Les Bossons

There will be a number of parties and events happening this Halloween at some of the best venues in town and neighbouring villages.

This small two person chairlift is only open for a short time in summer, but it's great if you want to take a close up look at the bottom of the Glacier des Bossons.

Discover the minerals from the Mont Blanc Valley, famous throughout the world, and learn more about the art of mountaineering.

The museum is currently closed for renovations

No trip to Chamonix should be complete without a visit to the legendary Mer de Glace, the longest and arguably the most impressive glacier in the Chamonix valley. It is also the largest glacier in France.

Parc de Merlet is a great place to spot some local animals in their natural environment. A nature reserve, rather than a zoo, the park is perched on a large plateau high above Les Houches.

The main central library for Chamonix which houses the occasional exhibition and lectures.

At an altitude of 2000m facing the Mont-Blanc massif, welcome to their restaurant, La Bergerie de Planpraz.

A lovely restaurant located in the Chamonix valley, the Refuge de la Flégère is a true haven for culinary delights in the heart of the mountains.

This elegant restaurant is situated in La Folie Douce Hotel.

This tastefully refurbished restaurant and bar are right in the heart of Chamonix on the popular Avenue Michel Croz, close to the train station.

Bighorn Bistro in Chamonix Sud is known for its homemade American-style comfort food, from stacked burgers to freshly baked desserts. You can pair your meal with a craft beer or one of their creative cocktails. With friendly service and a laid-back atmosphere, it’s a favourite with both locals and visitors.

Great quality ingredients lovingly prepared.

Stories is a local craft beer bar and taco restaurant in Chamonix. Enjoy a slice of Mexico in France.

What could be better than relaxing in the sun on a south-facing terrace facing Mont Blanc?

La Folie Douce Hotels first opened in 1981 and quickly became THE place to be for après-ski on the slopes, thanks to their unique combination of live music, DJs, dancers and performers.

L'Amnesia (formally Le Garage) is ideally located near to the Aiguille du midi cable car in Cham'Sud and is a legendary Chamonix nightclub and melting pot for all the late night (and sometimes all-night) party-goers!

Bighorn Bistro in Chamonix Sud is known for its homemade American-style comfort food, from stacked burgers to freshly baked desserts. You can pair your meal with a craft beer or one of their creative cocktails. With friendly service and a laid-back atmosphere, it’s a favourite with both locals and visitors.

Situated in La Folie Douce Hotel, The Janssen is the ideal place to marvel at the ever-changing light that dresses Mont Blanc.

'The best photo class you will ever take', is Teresa's bold strapline for her unique photo walk classes, which take place in the incredible outdoors of the Chamonix Valley and offer an opportunity to photograph the major mountains and viewpoints.

Realise man's oldest dream and discover the simple pleasure of a tandem paragliding-flight. The best way to discover Chamonix Valley and Mont-Blanc massif

This company's sole activity is tandem paragliding, so they are 100 % focused on you and your flight. Their fully qualified pilots have vast experience and have done 1,000s of flight in the Chamonix Valley.

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.

Off-piste snowshoe outings where you can discover the charm and serenity of the Chamonix Valley on foot.

Depending how keen you are there are many classic cols within a few hour’s drive. At the other side of Megeve, Flumet is a good start point for the Col de Aravis or the Col des Saises. Further on is Beaufort for Cormet de Roseland (but this would make for a long day).

This short but challenging ride can be done in half a day, including getting from Chamonix to the start point and back. It is a 15km climb with 855m of ascent that passes by farmhouses and old chalets, through a couple of quiet little villages and amongst dense pine forest to emerge on a sunny plateau with stunning views of the valley below.

This is a fairly short, easy run that can be done in about an hour. It’s about 25km there and back, the climb averaging just 3% or so. 

If you have a big supermarket shop to do in Sallanches then this is a good way to slip in a nice training ride but it does need a co-operative partner to drive the car back... unless you cycle down there to start with!

This ride is 62km there and back with a demanding climb from Finhaut up to the top of the Emosson dam (averaging 8.5% with a couple of sections over 10%).

This ride is about 60km there and back with a less demanding climb than Emosson from Le Chatelard up to Col de Forclaz (average gradient 5.8% and never steeper than 8%).

Leaving the village of Les Bossons this walk takes you through the forest to a viewing area situated a stone's throw away from the impressive Glacier des Bossons.

This short hike starts at a lake and ends at an animal park, with plenty to see along the way.

Cascade du Dard is a dramatic waterfall tucked away in the forest beneath the Aiguille du Midi.

A shaded classic trail.

Starting and finishing at the animal park in Merlet this full day walk takes in the summit of the Aiguillette des Houches, Refuge Bellachat and offers a magnificent panorama of the Mont Blanc Massif.

The walking route up to the old La Para mid station of Les Glaciers cable car via La Cascade du Dard Refuge is a popular forest route with stunning valley views towards Les Houches through breaks in the tree line.

An exhillerating mountain water experience travelling down rivers or streams within a canyon by a variety of means including walking, scrambling, climbing, abseiling and swimming.

Experience the perfect way to see areas of the valley that are otherwise inaccessible with Evolution 2. Are you looking for the ride of your life? Because these beautiful alpine rivers will turn into exhilarating playgrounds for fun!

Experience the most aquatic all out activities with Evolution 2. Are you looking for the ride of your life? Because these beautiful alpine rivers will turn into exhilarating playgrounds for fun!

Enjoy rafting, hrdrospeeding and more in the summer time with Yellow rafting.

Cosy, newly renovated two bedroom chalet close to Grands Montets

Welcome to this comfortable, fully equipped chalet in Chamonix, offering stunning mountain views.

Gorgeous ski-in/ski-out 4 bedroom chalet on the slopes in Les Houches

A fantastic four-bedroom modern ski chalet sleeping 10 people next to La Flegère ski lift. Maison des Praz is a great place to explore Chamonix valley in summer or winter.

Stephens' Mazot is a cosy wooden retreat, a charming small chalet set in a peaceful garden, yet just a short stroll from the centre of Chamonix.

You will feel like you’re holidaying in your second home when you book this chalet located right next door to the hotel.

A wonderfully-positioned, three-bedroom ski-in apartment located between the bottom of the famous 'Coupe du Monde' ski run and the Prarion ski lift. This accommodation is ideal for those seeking easy, hassle-free, ski-in access to the slopes.

Chalet ideally located near Chamonix in a peaceful area, offering beautiful mountain views. The chalet includes free parking right outside and a spacious terrace where you can relax and enjoy the scenery in tranquillity.

Nestled in the picturesque town of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, our charming apartment offers a perfect home-away-from-home for families seeking a relaxing mountain getaway. With its comfortable accommodations and array of amenities, this property is the ideal base to explore the stunning natural beauty of the French Alps.

This charming, small self-catered chalet is the perfect getaway for a couple or small family. Situated in the village of Les Tines, between Chamonix and Argentière, it offers an ideal location for those who want to ski at both Les Grands Montets and Flegère in winter, while in summer it serves as a great starting point for numerous country walks.

The Residence La Riviere with its wooden facades is located in the district of Chamonix Sud, 300 m from the Aiguille du Midi cable car and 5 minutes from the resort centre.

Holiday rentals in Chamonix

Peaceful apartment residence just a short walk from the train station and cable car.

Ideally located, the hotel has 45 spacious, well appointed bedrooms with great views of Mont Blanc and the Aiguilles Rouges mountains.

Completely renovated in Scandinavian style, Le Faucigny is a charming small hotel in the town centre. Whether you're with family or friends or enjoying a romantic getaway, the hotel provides the ideal setting for a pleasant stay in the legendary Mont-Blanc valley.

This hotel offers stunning alpine views, a vibrant atmosphere, and thoughtful amenities for families. Enjoy spacious rooms, an outdoor heated pool, yoga, spa treatments, and activities for all ages right at the foot of the ski slopes.

Hotel Lyret blends Alpine charm with modern creativity, offering a unique stay where art and hospitality come together.

In the heart of Chamonix, close to all amenities and within walking distance to the Brevent cable car with views of Mont-Blanc.

Coral B is an impressively large, 3-bedroom apartment to the south-west of Chamonix centre, that will be renovated to a high standard. With admirable ceiling heights (3.5 metres) and sizeable windows, the apartment will be full of light and volume. There is a good-sized, south-facing terrace to make the most of the wonderful Mont Blanc views as well as a balcony on the other side of the building with views of Brévent.

Great family home with lovely sunny terrace and garden, ideal for primary residents or weekend getaways from the hustle and bustle of Geneva.

A good-sized 7-bedroom chalet situated just outside Chamonix in Les Bossons. On 3 levels, is run as a Bnb by the current owners and has been very well maintained. 

Fantastic opportunity to design and create your unique living space in the heart of the Chamonix valley

An exceptional chalet of over 300 m², nestling in the heart of the Bossons district of Chamonix. Completely redesigned using the finest materials, this former ironworks offers a unique living environment combining charm, elegance and absolute comfort.