Le Tour is a small, quaint little village at the far end of the Chamonix Valley in the Domaine de la Balme area. Take a stroll around the back streets to see some of the classically Alpine-style houses and the church dome. Look up to see the glaciers reaching down towards you, which are really impressive even in the height of summer.
Everything you need to know about a visit to this iconic glacier and railway
Mer de Glace and Montenvers cog railway
Chamonix
A small chairlift open in summer giving you incredible views over Les Bossons glacier
Les Bossons glacier
Chamonix
Musée des Cristaux has a collection of minerals and crystals collected in the valley
Espace Tairraz Crystal Museum
Chamonix
Chamonix nature and animal park with marmots, chamois and bouquetins
Parc de Merlet
Les Houches
Public library and exhibitions in central Chamonix with great kids section
Municipal library
Chamonix
A modern museum dedicated to the history of Chamonix located on its oldest street
Maison de la Memoire et du Patrimoine
Chamonix
Things to do in Chamonix
Le Tour is a quiet village away from the hustle and bustle of Chamonix centre, with just a few cafés, restaurants and places to stay. If you're looking for somewhere close to beginner slopes this could be the place for you.
In winter there are some beginner-friendly pistes as well as more advance back-country and cross-country skiing. In total there is over 40km of cross-country skiing routes. If you're into speed riding, or just want to watch, there's a speed riding zone close to one of the chairlifts.
In summer the area is a hot-spot for hikers and mountain bikers, the latter ride on dedicated trails so that there's no cross over with walkers, so everyone can enjoy the mountains at the same time. The many walking trails offer spectacular views of the Chamonix Valley and the surrounding mountains.
Outdoor hands-on photo instruction in the Chamonix Valley with photographer Teresa Kaufman
Teresa Kaufman Outdoor Photography Classes
Chamonix
Ascent of Mont Blanc via the Tacul and Maudit summits over three days
Mont Blanc traverse - three day
Chamonix
Discovery outings exclusively for women explorers in the Chamonix Valley
Teresa Kaufman Walks for Women
Chamonix
Enjoy the trip of a lifetime with these qualified tandem paragliding specialists - All year round
Tandem Paragliding
Chamonix
11-night classic walker's Haute Route trek from Chamonix to Zermatt
Classic Haute Route Trek
Experience a guided off-piste ski or snowboard adventure on the Vallée Blanche
Guided off-piste Vallée Blanche
Chamonix
Dining in Chamonix
There is a small cluster of mountain restaurants in Le Tour and a couple of cafés just by the bottom of the lift station, open in the winter and summer months.
Spectacular mountain escape with a lively spirit and family fun
La Folie Douce Hotel
Chamonix
12 July 20257 Nights
€2,995
Good quality, modern accommodation in the centre of Chamonix
Pointe Isabelle Hotel
Chamonix
12 July 20257 Nights
€2,248
Stylish chalet with hotel-style service for groups or couples
Le Whymper Hotel
Chamonix
Family-friendly apartments with spa facilities in the heart of Chamonix
La Ginabelle Premium Residence
Chamonix
12 July 20257 Nights
€1,458
Central, modern apartments situated in lovingly converted historic building
Le Genepy Aparthotel
Chamonix
Scandinavian simplicity opposite the train stop for easy access to the whole valley
La Chaumiere Mountain Lodge
Chamonix
Directions
Le Tour can be reached best by car, as the train only takes you as far as Montroc. It takes around 25 minutes to drive here from the centre of Chamonix.
