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Things To Do in Chamonix

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The main draw for people coming to Chamonix in winter is, of course, skiing and snowboarding.

Find loads of top tips and local insights in our Chamonix Activities Guide.

Mont Blanc Seminar Venue, Chamonix

Cinema VOX

by Cinema VOX Chamonix

Located in
Chamonix

Chamonix's own Cinema VOX is situated right in the centre of town, slightly tucked back on the Place Balmat (main square in the centre). There are three recently refurbished screens equipped with digital 3D projectors show the latest French and International films, as well as a number of premieres and specialist mountain-sports films.

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An empty movie theater with red seats and a large screen

Cinebus Cinema

Located in
Les Houches

Les Houches cinema is located in the village centre just next to the Mairie. It has just one screen and the space can also be used for conferences and presentations.

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Indoor Climbing Wall

Located in
Les Houches

The Chamonix valley is home to one of the largest indoor climbing walls in France. The Mont Blanc Escalade is located in Les Houches and is open all year.

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Ice Skating Rink

Ice Skating Rink

Located in
Chamonix

This covered ice rink is based in the centre of town just behind the Place du Mont Blanc. During the winter season, it is the home of the Chamonix ice hockey team.

About activities in Chamonix

The main draw for people coming to Chamonix in winter is, of course, skiing and snowboarding. However, there’s other activities to do in Chamonix in the summer. 

Whether you're just looking for something to do when the lifts close or you simply don't ski, we promise you, you'll have no time to get bored here!

With five different parts of the valley to ski in, and a wealth of off-piste areas, the valley has something for every level of experience. There are around 150km of piste, 65 ski lifts, the pisted terrain ranges in altitude from 950m to 3,300m and not forgetting the world famous Vallée Blanche descent - a 20km long route that takes you from the Aiguille du Midi down 2,700m to town.

What to do in Chamonix?

Chamonix is an outdoor activities paradise. The Alpine town and its surrounding mountains offer hundreds of things to do for every ability and every age.

 Some activities are perfect for solo travellers while others are more suited to romantic couples. Families and groups will also find a wide range of things to do in Chamonix. 

From relaxing to full on adrenaline, from child friendly to adults only, from outdoor fun to bad weather indoor activities, there is something for everyone in Chamonix.

Activities Guest Card

The Chamonix guest card ('carte d'hôte') is valid throughout the year (for the duration of your stay) and entitles you to various discounts throughout the valley, such as reductions at all the sports and cultural facilities including the swimming pool, ice rink, museums and covered parking. 

If you do not receive one when you check into your accommodation, you can buy one from any of the tourist offices in the valley. You can find out more about the various advantages it offers from the tourist office website.

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