Les Houches

A festive fair in the traditional village of Servoz.

Take a look at the 2025 to 2026 schedule of 'spectacles', from the classical theatre of Shakespeare to hip hop dance shows.

Chamonix will become a winter wonderland with an authentic Christmas craft market.

The snow is here and the Christmas lights in Chamonix are on, and there's plenty to do in the week before Christmas day.

Depending on when you see them will depend on what festive entertainment you will enjoy. 

The local Chamonix ice hockey team, the Pionniers, play in France's Ligue Magnus, the first division. See them battle against other national teams at Chamonix's ice rink.

Situated in a house dating back to the 1750's, this museum showcases mountain lifestyles from the reconstruction of three pieces of traditional housing and objects from everyday life.

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.

Les Houches sits at the bottom end of the Chamonix Valley and is a popular place for hikers, mountaineers and mountain bikers in the summer months.

The Rocky Pop Restaurant in Les Houches, part of the vibrant Rocky Pop Hotel opened in December 2016, reflects the brand’s playful ethos of “joy and togetherness.” The food offering matches the lively atmosphere, with a fun, diverse menu designed to please all ages and tastes. Expect crowd-pleasing dishes, colourful presentations, and relaxed dining that encourages sharing and socialising. It’s a welcoming spot where families, groups, and friends can enjoy tasty, unfussy meals in a cheerful setting.

Quirkily decorated, as the name suggests, this restaurant has different rooms for different moods. Grab a quick coffee and a snack at the breakfast bar, enjoy a casual meal in the retro formica kitchen area, or sit and take your time over dinner at one of the large tables in the dining room. They also have a large sunny terrace where they serve up a nice BBQ in the summer and a kids play area.

This restaurant is located right in front of the Bellevue cable car in Les Houches.

This restaurant serves tasty, good value Indian cuisine for lunch, dinner and to takeaway.

Brilliantly located in the heart of the Les Houches Prarion ski area.

An authentic Alpine farmhouse with a charming ambience and great food. Located right in the middle of Les Houches ski resort, this chalet serves delicious home-cooked local produce.

Rocky Pop in Les Houches is a vibrant, family-friendly destination that brings fun, flavour, and energy to the heart of the Alps. Combining relaxed casual dining with a lively, upbeat atmosphere, it’s the ideal place to unwind after a day on the slopes or simply enjoy a laid-back meal with friends and family. The menu features crowd-pleasing dishes, playful touches, and generous portions, creating a welcoming experience for guests of all ages throughout the year.

Quirkily decorated, as the name suggests, this restaurant has different rooms for different moods. Grab a quick coffee and a snack at the breakfast bar, enjoy a casual meal in the retro formica kitchen area, or sit and take your time over dinner at one of the large tables in the dining room. They also have a large sunny terrace where they serve up a nice BBQ in the summer and a kids play area.

An opportunity to get in the picture with Teresa Kaufman as your personal photographer, guide and story teller. This is the perfect activity accessible to everyone; children, adults, grandparents - easy walking, incredible scenery, a moment to share. Non-skiers will love it in the winter. An activity to experience with loved ones or to give as a gift.

Situated in a house dating back to the 1750's, this museum showcases mountain lifestyles from the reconstruction of three pieces of traditional housing and objects from everyday life.

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.

This horse riding centre is situated in just up the hill from the train station in Les Houches. The centre is open all year round and has both an indoor and outdoor arena.

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.

Zip wires, rope bridges and tree top courses in the woods in Les Houches.

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.

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 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. 

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%).

But once you've made the climb, you will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the Chamonix Valley. 

For those keen to discover the majestic beauty of the Mont Blanc, but perhaps a little too scared of heights to contemplate a full ascension of Western Europe’s highest peak, then the Tour du Mont Blanc is for you.

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.

This hike is a pleasant stroll through the bucolic high alpine meadows of Les Houches, making life easy by using the lift system at either end.

This hike is more of a gentle stroll to a picturesque alpine meadow full of flowers and rustic wooden chalets.

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.

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!

Chalet Grand Cru is a ten person chalet located in the heart of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc; this great value property features incredible views of Mont-Blanc and is only a few minutes walk from the shops, bars and restaurants in the centre of the town.

An ideal place for a family and/or friends getaway holiday in the middle of the mountains.

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

Tucked away in a quiet part of the Chamonix Valley, this peaceful chalet is surrounded by open space, offering a real sense of tranquillity and connection to nature. There's plenty of room to relax outdoors, along with ample free parking and a covered garage for added convenience.

Lovely spacious property 2 minutes from the slopes in Les Houches. Made for big family gatherings with two separate chalets that sleeps 16 guests in comfort.

This rental property would suit a small group of professionals or a small family with a nanny, or with visiting friends and family members, looking for a longer-term rental for the winter season in the Chamonix Valley.

A three-bedroom, family-orientated apartment on the outskirts of Chamonix town centre with views of Mont Blanc and a private garage.

Located at the heart of Chamonix, the “La Ginabelle” residence proposes spacious apartments with an excellent standard of facilities and services. Ideally located for easy access to the finest tourist sites: the little Montenvers train will take you to the “Mer de Glace” while the “Aiguille du Midi” cable car will carry you up to magnificent summits.

Huge private chalet in Argentiere - part of their Extravagant Collection.

Chalet Les Tissourds is a beautifully restored Maison de Pays, offering a luxurious self-catered chalet experience in a class of its own. Built in 1924, it is ideally located just a five- to ten-minute stroll from the centre of Chamonix and close to excellent restaurants. Situated on a quiet road, the chalet boasts stunning views of Mont Blanc, the Glacier des Bossons, and across the valley to Brévent.

Smart, modern apartment situated in a historic 1903 building which has been lovingly converted in the heart of Chamonix, close to all amenities and within walking distance to the Brevent cable car with views of Mont-Blanc.

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.

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.

Stay in the heart of Chamonix-Sud at Le Chamois Blanc, a charming residence close to shops, the train station and cable car.

This mountain lodge enjoys a prime location just metres from the ski bus stop and local train station, with the town centre only a short walk away. Recently refurbished, it now features a smart, modern interior.

La Ginabelle offers cosy, alpine-style apartments, just steps from shops, restaurants and mountain adventures. 

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

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

A development of 12 apartments just 250 metres from the Les Houches town square. The apartments will be finished off to the highest quality and will have large balconies or terraces to make the most of the wonderful mountain views.

Sumptuous penthouse of more than 200m2, 5 ensuite bedrooms, 70m2 living room with fireplace, several balconies and terraces, 1 sauna, and plenty of storage space, located on the entire top floor of the prestigious Le SOLELYÂ residence, just 30 meters from the ski slopes of Les Houches, Le Prarion.

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. 

Property of exception in a commanding yet private position overlooking the surrounding summits of the Mont Blanc and Fiz mountain range

Rare opportunity for a secluded property with lots of land, yet still close to ski lifts, transport and amenities

A spacious chalet in Les Chavants, Les Houches