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Event Previews & Reviews from Chamonix

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FWT15: Men's Skier Bib Draw

On stage in the centre of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc the male skiers who are competing in tomorrow's event get presented to the crowd and given their bibs.

UTMB & The North Face Part Company

Trail Races & Triathlons in Chamonix 2016

The warm weather has brought the lycra warriors out of hibernation and summer race training has now begun in earnest. 

A large crowd of people are gathered at the start of a marathon

Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc 2016

In little under two weeks the first runners in the UTMB series of races will be heading off on a journey of 290km, as they embark on the Petite Trotte à Léon, the first of the UTMB races to take place.

people milling around the food table with art in the background

Art Opening of Exhibition by Local Artist Sylwia Pydych

With all the hype about the Freeride World Tour coming to town it was a real treat to head away from that and soak up a bit of art and culture at Le Vert Hotel.

Preview chat with 3 of tmorrow's Temmos Freeride Competitors

Chamonix Event Review: 31st January 2014

The FWQ** allows entrants the chance to score points towards the Freeride World Qualifier, which tomorrow sees around 92 people riding down a face to lookers left of the Cornu chair lift at Brevent (see map). The competitors are made up of 50 in men's skiing, 16 in women's skiing, 16 in men's snowboarding and 10 in women's snowboarding.

An image of a party at an apres ski bar in Chamonix Mont Blanc

What's On in Chamonix January 2017

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The Christmas festivities and New Year’s parties are now behind us and soon the school holidays will be over. 

La Folie Douce opens its doors in Chamonix

La Folie Douce opens its doors in Chamonix

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On December 21st La Folie Douce officially opened its doors to winter, becoming Chamonix's first ever legitimate ski-in apres venue.

What's on in Chamonix July 2019

July in Chamonix: What's on and weather

With summer here, there is a whole host of events this month in Chamonix.

What's on in Chamonix winter 2018/19

What's on in Chamonix winter 2018/19

With less than a month left before the ski lifts reopen and, whilst thoughts naturally turn to the snowy slopes, the start of the season also brings a wealth of “extra-curricular” entertainments to keep you feeling good during your stay.

What's on in Chamonix Christmas & New Year 2018

December in Chamonix: What's on and weather

The lifts are preparing to open and the Christmas holidays are on the horizon.

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The Swatch Freeride World Tour 2015, Chamonix Mont Blanc

With the cloud coming in thick on Friday afternoon it was starting to look like the athletes might not get much of a look at the face they were going to tackle! And when I woke up early on Saturday morning the low cloud in the valley did not look promising for competition day...

Loic Collomb-Patton Celebrates at the FWT15

The young freeride champion from La Clusaz, Loic Collomb-Patton, took first place on the first stop of the Swatch freeride World Tour 2015 in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc.

Where to celebrate New Year's Eve 2017 in Chamonix

Where to celebrate New Year's Eve 2017 in Chamonix

Chamonix knows how to party on any night of the year. Celebrate New Year's Eve with live music, cocktails, fireworks and fun!

a sign near a glacier in summer

CosmoJazz 2017 Programme Announced

CosmoJazz, the popular mountain top music festival, returns to the Chamonix Valley for its 8th edition this July. 

An image of triathletes at the Passy Triathlon in Chamonix Mont Blanc

What's On in Chamonix August 2017

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Summer is in full swing and there is plenty for everyone to enjoy this August in Chamonix.

Taco Tuesdays at Monkey 2019 review

Taco Tuesday at Monkey 2019 review

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"Why haven't we come here every Tuesday of the season?" my partner said when we finished our taco feast. "Fair point", I thought – not only was the food delicious but, with the three for two deal, they were also a bargain.

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What's On in Chamonix December 2016

Chamonix is starting to emerge from it’s interseason hibernation; bars are reopening, Christmas lights are being up and a buzz is returning to the streets in anticipation of winter.

A group of people watching a presentation about avalanche awareness

Chamonix Event Review: 15th January 2013

It's been a good six years since I learnt anything about avalanches, and that was on an introduction to winter moutaineering course in Scotland.. a little bit different to now where I'm snowboarding off piste on a regular basis here in Chamonix, so I thought it would be a good idea to brush up on some avalanche safety and the key things to look out for.

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