The extensive Chamonix lift network is open both summer and winter.
Known as one of the most extreme mountain destinations in the world, as soon as the lifts open the season is on, whether it be summer or winter. The lift system here gives access to 10 different areas, more than 1,000km of slopes, and unlimited possibilities for endless fun set against the most stunning of backdrops.
| Ski Season Dates in Chamonix 2022/23 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lift Area | Opening | Closing |
| Chamonix Mont-Blanc | 18th December 2021 | 18th April 2022 |
Winter Ski Season Dates in Chamonix
When can you ski in Chamonix?
Weather/snow conditions permitting, you can usually ski in Chamonix from December-April using the lift system. Naturally, the season can be extended, typically with weekend openings in November or by ski-touring/hiking yourself up!
Season start and end dates may vary slightly as they are dependent on snow conditions. There may be a reduced ski area in operation if snow cover is insufficient or due to early/late season ramp up/down.
| Ski Season Dates in Chamonix 2022/23 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lift Area | Opening | Closing |
| Grands Montets | 20th November 2021 | 1st May 2022 Timetable |
| Le Tour & Vallorcine | 18th December 2021 | 18th April 2022 Timetable |
| Brévent | 18th December 2021 | 18th April 2022 Timetable |
| Flégère | 11th December 2021 | 18th April 2022 Timetable |
| Les Houches | 20th November 2021 | 10th April 2022 Timetable |
| Beginner Ski Area Dates in Chamonix 2022/23 | ||
| Lift Area | Opening | Closing |
| Les Planards | Luge: TBA Ski area: 18th December 2021 |
late March 2022 Timetable |
| Le Savoy | 18th December 2021 | mid April 2022 |
| La Vormaine | 18th December 2021 | mid April 2022 |
| Les Chosalets | 18th December 2021 | mid March 2022 |
| Le Tourchet | 18th December 2021 | end March 2022 |
| La Poya | 18th December 2021 | end March 2022 |
| Sights & Attractions Winter Dates in Chamonix 2022/23 | ||
| Lift Area | Opening | Closing |
| Aiguille du Midi | 11th December 2021 | 31st May 2022 Timetable |
| Step into the Void | 11th December 2021 | 31st May 2022 Timetable |
| Montenvers Train & Mer de Glace / Ice Cave |
4th December 2021 Télécabine & ice cave closed until 18th Dec. 2021 |
30th April 2022 Timetable |
| Tramway du Mont Blanc |
4th December 2021 | 30 April 2022 Timetable |
| Panoramic Mont-Blanc |
late May 2022 | late September 2022 |
| Les Bossons | Closed in winter | Closed in winter |
Take a look at this year's Ski Lift Pass Prices, and for the very latest info keep an eye on Live Lift Status and discover Maps to find your way around the pistes. Plus you can read more about the Ski Lift System in Chamonix and the variety of winter activities you can do on your visit.
Summer Season Dates in Chamonix
When are the lifts open in Chamonix?
During the summer months the lift system is more restricted than in winter, but still offers fantastic mountain access to hikers, bikers and selfie-takers!
| Sights & Attractions Summer Dates in Chamonix 2022 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lift Area | Opening | Closing |
| Aiguille du Midi / Step into the Void |
Weekends from late May 2022 then every day from mid June 2022 |
Annual maintenance All November -> early December 2022 Timetable |
| Panoramic Mont Blanc |
mid July 2022 | TBC Timetable |
| Tramway du Mont Blanc |
mid June 2022 | mid September 2022 Timetable |
| Montenvers Train & Mer de Glace / Ice Cave |
Weekends from late May 2022 then every day from early July 2022 |
Annual maintenance early-mid October 2022 Timetable |
| Chatelard Funicular | early June 2022 | late October 2022 Timetable |
| Lift Dates in Chamonix Summer 2022 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Lift Area | Opening | Closing |
| Grands Montets | early July 2022 | early September 2022 Timetable |
| Le Tour | Weekends from mid June then every day from early July |
end September 2022 Timetable |
| Vallorcine | end June 2022 then every day from 4th July |
end August 2022 Timetable |
| Brévent | early June 2022 then every day from mid June |
mid September 2022 Timetable |
| Flégère | Weekends from mid June then every day from 4th July |
mid September 2022 Flégère also open 17th October - 1st November 2022 Timetable |
| Les Houches - Bellevue Les Houches - Prarion |
late June 2022 mid June 2022 |
mid September 2022 mid September 2022 Timetable |
| Glacier des Bossons | mid June 2022 | mid September 2022 Timetable |
Please note: all dates and times are subject to change due to adverse weather conditions and events. You can keep an eye on the live lift status and visit our maps page to find your way around.
For more information, check out this year's summer lift pass prices, read about the summer lift system in Chamonix, and the many summer activities you can fill your visit with.
