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Imprint: By James Fisher, Updated 25 May 2016

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This weekend is the first big weekend of events in Chamonix, Morzine and Avoriaz and there are openings in Tignes and Val d'Isere too.

The Chamonix Mont Blanc Marathon Weekend started on Friday with the all new 80km Ultra Mont Blanc a qualifier for the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc in August. As usual there will be races for all ages and abilities including the Marathon du Mont Blanc and the Cross du Mont Blanc. Runners and hikers will enjoy our Hiking and Walking in Chamonix page and might find some routes for their own adventures.

In the Portes du Soleil resorts of Morzine, Les Gets, Chatel and Morgins the Pass Portes du Soleil opens the mountain biking season. Chatel will be the centre for this years festival. There will be demos from the Scott freeride team and new trails for enduro and cross country riders as well as a test centre where riders can try out this years bikes and even have a go on electric bicycles.

The Tour de France starts this weekend to. Later this summer the Tour de France will come through Alpe d'Huez as the world's most watched sporting event celebrates it's 100th edition. British interest will not be as high as last year without the presence of Sir Bradley Wiggins but the Tour never produces anything less than excitement . Find The Best Cycling Routes in Chamonix and explore some of the most famous stretches of the Tour for yourself.

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Chamonix Video Report : 21st July 2012

Swatch Freeride World Tour by the North Face

The 2013 Chamonix Freeride World Tour is already getting us charged up for the winter season with this 2013 tour video teaser. The new world tour will be merging the Freesking World Tour and The North Face Masters of Snowboarding, and promises the world's top freeriders competing on world-class off-piste terrain in Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 10th June 2013

Chamonix Climbing Festival, Harleydays & Megavalanche

Our weekly video reports bring you the best from the Alps, whether it's cimbing in Chamonix, Glacier skiing in 2 Alpes or Mountain biking in the Portes du Soleil. Find the best events in the Alps each week here on SeeChamonix.com.

Chamonix Video Report: 15th October 2009

Between summer and winter 2009

Temperatures have been dropping sharply over the last few weeks and we are now getting close to a winter climate here in the Alps.

Chamonix Video Report: 18th October 2013

First snowboard descent 50 degrees Col Armand Charlet

This episode from Epic TV follows Julien Herry, Davide Capozzi and Luca Rolli first snowboard decent of the Couloir NE of Col Armand Charlet, a beautiful and steep couloir in the Mont Blanc Massif.

Chamonix Video Report: 21st March 2011

Aurelien Ducroz Wins Verbier Extreme and Freeride World Tour - Mon 21st Mar 2011

Chamonix Skier Aurelien Ducroz won the last leg of the Freeride World Tour in Verbier yesterday and was crowned World Champion.

Chamonix Video Report: 21st October 2013

Dan Milner defends Chamonix's MTB reputation with a look at what the Valley has to offer

Local photgrapher and mountain biker Dan Milner takes us on a ride along the Chamonix valley mountain bike trails.

Chamonix Video Report: 22nd October 2009

Metro Ski and Snowboard Show 2009

London's Metro Ski and Snowboard Show marks the start of the winter season and this year's extravaganza is no exception. You'll see the familiar faces of winters past and can make the most of the experts on hand to advise you on anything snow-related: from which chalet to choose; kids facilities in various resorts and of course... where to get the best snow!

Chamonix Video Report: 26th October 2009

Rock on Snowboard Tour 2010

The winter season had it's first public on-snow event this weekend.

Chamonix Video Report: 29th April 2010

The end of winter 2009/10 - Last report and a look back at the season that was... - Mon 26th April 2010

The lifts at the Grand Montets close next Sunday and with that the 2009/2010 winter season comes to a close here in Chamonix and we'll see out the end of the skiing in style with the Freeride Days at the Grand Montets.

Chamonix Video Report: 2nd February 2011

Jenny Jones talks about X-Games 15 in Tignes

Jenny talks about her silver medal at X-Games 15 in Aspen.

Chamonix Video Report: 30th January 2009

That was January...What's happening in February?

January 2009 has been a great month in the Alps. We've had skiing and snowboarding competitions in the shape of the Tignes Airwaves and a number of slightly more unusual events too.

Chamonix Video Report: 30th October 2013

The never ending season in Chamonix continues with an October session

Chamonix-based guide Nate Wallace gets his skis on in October, with Damien Deschamps and Sami Haapasalmi.

Chamonix Video Report: 3rd March 2011

Best trick ever?!?! - Brits training abroad learn some new skills

Brit skier James Webb landing a front flip into his skis. Thanks to Tim Ackroyd for the video.

Chamonix Video Report: 3rd November 2008

London Ski Show and 2 Alpes Glacier opening

Winter is coming. There is no denying it. Temperatures have dropped, days have become shorter and Christmas decorations are ALREADY in the supermarkets!

Chamonix Video: 21st October 2015

A Teaser for the new FIS Alpine Ski Racing Season

It won't be long until we can start watching some of our favourite ski racers and national champions hurtling down the mountain again. Forget Ski Sunday, here's where you can come and watch some of the action live in resort:

Chamonix Video: 27th October 2015

Overheard in French Ski Resorts

The viral video that everyone's talking about.. "You've got to schuss this bit Margaret; you've got to schuss it!"

Chamonix Video: 6th October 2015

Evergreen Endurance 2015

Take a look at some of the highlights of one of the toughest triahlons around.

2011 London Ski Show

What to look out for this year at the Ski Show

Winter starts this weekend in London with the annual Ski and Snowboard Show. This year the show is back in its old venue of Earl's Court and, as usual, there is plenty to do. To help you make the most of the show we went ahead and came up with a list of our top five attractions for this year.

50th Anniversary of The Tunnel du Mont Blanc

50 Years of The Mont Blanc Tunnel

Can you believe the Mont Blanc Tunnel is 50 years old?!

A brilliantly sunny week in Chamonix with more sun on the forecast

Conditions on piste and off piste have been great this week

Conditions this week have been unseasonably cold but the sun has stayed shining and will continue to do so into early next week.

A Dusty Mountain Bike Descent Down Le Tour

A Dusty Mountain Bike Descent Down Le Tour

Dusty Day by Peak Production - MTB in Le Tour

It's hot and that makes for dry, dusty mountain bike trails.. These guys have been pinning it on the trails at Le Tour.. take a look.

A gloriously sunny week in Chamonix

Cold temperatures have kept the snow in good condition

More sun due in the early part of this week, with really cold temperatures on Wednesday with snow showers overnight.

A little snow due on the Chamonix weekend forecast

Spring skiing all week in Chamonix

It's been a really warm week here in Chamonix with spring skiing conditions and patches of brown earth showing up in a lot more places.

A mixed week of weather ahead in Chamonix

Snow on the mountain & rain in town over the weekend

The weather is due to change from warm and sunny to a little cloudy with rain / snow over the weekend.

Almost a metre of fresh snow in the Chamonix Valley

Fresh snow has arrived in droves this week

We've had a couple of good dumps of snow this week which has drastically improved the skiing in the Chamonix Valley.

Another ski lift opens at Brevent today

Nice, warm weather & good conditions up on the mountain

Kirsteen's been up at Brevent today & a new drag lift has opened up in the beginner area.

Another sunny week in Chamonix with good conditions on piste

More sun on the way over the weekend

It's been sunny but cold this week, but this means that the snow has kept in good condition.

Around 1 metre fresh snow at Brevent & Flegere

More snow on next week's forecast too

Serious amounts of snow has fallen in the Chamonix Valley this week, with around 1 metre at Brevent and Flegere with even more at Grands Montets.

Avalanche Awareness Video: Stay Safe in The Alps This Winter

Avalanche Awareness & Safety with Thibaud Duchosal

Thibaud Duchosal has created this educational video with in partnership with the Ministry of Youth, Sports and Community Life, ANENA association and Les Arcs.

Avalanche on the Valley Blanche

Avalanche on the Valley Blanche

Skier triggers avalanche in the Petit Flambeau sector on the VB

After recent snowfall at altitude in the Chamonix Valley, it's no surprise that a few people were up making the most of conditions.

Avalanche Risk high across the Alps

Avalanche Risk high across the Alps

More snow + high winds = higher risk

We've had lots of snow across the alps in the last week, which is great news for anyone heading to Chamonix between now and the end of the season.

Best Wingsuit Flight of Marshall Miller's Life

Beautiful glacier views from the Aiguille du Midi down

Experience one of the best days of Marshall Miller's life as he wingsuits from the top of the Aiguille du Midi in Chamonix, in the French Alps.

Blue skies & spring snow in Chamonix

Warm weather & plenty of sunshine this week

We're having a very sunny week here in Chamonix and lots of the snow that arrived last week is melting fast.. however if you like spring snow and warm weather it's perfect!

Cham'Lines SE4 EP2

Aurélien Ducroz rides the Frigor Couloir in Chamonix

Back with a new episode of Cham'lines, Aurélien Ducroz, Romains Grosjean, Douds Charlet and Vivian Bruchet ski the Frigor Couloir in Chamonix.

Chamonix Freeride World Tour Special Report: 5th February 2016

Conditions have been great for the riders today

Charlie met up with some of the competitors at today's Freeride World Tour event up at Flegere.

Chamonix mountain rescue - Thu 16th Jun 2011

Mountain rescue open day this week in Cham

The weather has taken a turn for the worse recently and we have had quite a bit of rain and cloud here in Chamonix. Despite that we're still looking forward to the Mountain bike Championships, the Mountain rescue open day and the fete de la Musique.

Chamonix Pollution Rap Video

Video of the week.. Chamonix Pollution Rap!

Seven Twenty have made this brilliant video about the pollution in the Chamonix Valley.. don't forget to click the link when you see it!

Chamonix Snow Report : 10th January 2012

TDDSR: A day with Charlie Lyons And Zac Quintenhogg; preparing for the FWQ event

Charlie Lyons And Zak Quintenhogg get out finding some new lines and cliff-drops in preperation for the Freeride World Qualifiers.

Chamonix Snow Report : 11th February 2012

TDDSR: Indoor climbing in Chamonix

Location: Les Houches

As temperatures in Chamonix are still well below the zero mark the TDDSR crew find warmth in the indoor climbing wall in Les Houches - a great place to start a new hobby or keep in shape for the summer months.

Chamonix Snow Report : 14th February 2012

TDDSR: Brevent air bag session, time to try some new tricks

Location: Chamonix

TDDSR crew are back up on Brevent, this time it's to test out the latest feature. The Brevent air bag is free for all and is located just under the Parsa chairlift or next to the Altitude 2000 drag lift so go check it out.

Chamonix Snow Report : 15th December 2011

La Verte des Houches; Kandahar Chamonix World Cup Teaser

Location: Les Houches

The men's alpine skiing World Cup comes to Chamonix on the 4th of February for the downhill and the 5th of February for the Super Combined, on the infamous Verte piste in Les Houches.

Chamonix Snow Report : 15th December 2011

Welcome back, Marie is back and so is the snow

Marie makes a welcome return just in time to find it snowing in town. The snow depths are looking good and as of this weekend almost all of the Chamonix ski areas will be open.

Chamonix Snow Report : 16th January 2012

TDDSR: Parapenting from the Brevent

Location: Chamonix

The TDDSR crew give us a great view on Chamonix and let us in on the parapente (paragliding) experience - if you fancy a go get in touch with one of the local parapente schools here in Chamonix.

Chamonix Snow Report : 17th January 2012

TDDSR: Snowbombing Occupy Tour; a Day With The Urban Knights

The TDDSR spent the day with the friendly chaps from ‘The Urban Knights’ who are here in Chamonix for an event at Le Vert Hotel as part of the SnowBombing Occupy Tour.

Chamonix Snow Report : 19th February 2012

TDDSR: Talks World Heli Challenge, with pro-rider sisters Janina & Maria Kuzma

The World Heli Challenge is going global and here the TDDSR crew catch up with photographer Tony Harrington, who is in Chamonix filming for a documentary featuring the lovely Janina & Maria Kuzma.

Chamonix Snow Report : 19th January 2012

TDDSR: Freeride World Tour returns to Chamonix; great conditions expected

We have had glorious sunshine all week here in Chamonix and the skiing in Brevent, Flegere and the Grands Montets has been brilliant.

Chamonix Snow Report : 1st March 2012

TDDSR: Jib Job in Grands Montets, soft and sunny perfect for jibbing

With the warm spring-like conditions here in Chamonix the TDDSR crew head up to Grands Montets for a jib session, not just in the snowpark.

Chamonix Snow Report : 21st December 2011

A white Christmas in Chamonix, tt's going to be a great Christmas

We've had plenty of snow here in Chamonix and as the skies are forecast to clear soon it looks like the Christmas skiing is going to be great. Merry Christmas.

Chamonix Snow Report : 25th February 2012

TDDSR: Going local in Chamonix, takes a look at Chamonix market

Location: Chamonix

The TDDSR get impatient waiting for the next dump and head down to the Place du Mont Blanc to check what local produce is on offer at the Chamonix market.

Chamonix Snow Report : 28th December 2011

White New Year is on the cards, Great snow cover and more on the way in Chamonix

We have seen more snow in Chamonix in December than we had in the whole of last season and there is more forecast for the weekend. The cover at Brevent earlier in the week was excellent conditions on and off piste are set to improve as we move into 2012. Have a very happy New Year.

Chamonix Snow Report : 30th January 2012

TDDSR: Pas de Chevre Grands Montets into the Vallee Blanche; the infamous Pas De Chevre

The TDDSR crew get to tackle the infamous Pas de Chevre off of the Grands Montets top lift.

Chamonix Snow Report : 3rd January 2012

TDDSR: The Daily Dump Snow Reports are back Better late than never!

The guys form the Daily Dump Snow Report are back in Chamonix with their first video report up on Flegere. They may have missed the first few dumps of the season but they timed things pretty well by making it out on a bluebird of a day yesterday.

Chamonix Snow Report : 5th February 2012

TDDSR: Chamonix is tracked out or is it?

Some amazing conditions in Chamonix at the moment - the low temperatures are keeping the snow in great condition and yes there are still some fresh tracks to be had!

Chamonix Snow Report : 5th January 2012

TDDSR: It Keeps Dumping in Chamonix; staying in the trees

Bit of a snowy white out so the guys from the TDDSR look for some visibility in the trees of Grands Montets.

Chamonix Snow Report : 6th January 2012

Some clear spells amidst the snow storms, epic start to the New Year

We have had so much snow lately that the pisteurs have had to close quite a few of the high, exposed slopes. There is still some great skiing to be had on the more sheltered runs and earlier in the week there was some excellent snow at Flegere too.

Chamonix Snow Report : 8th December 2011

Chamonix Snow Report : 8th December 2011

A morning touring with White Dot Steve, four minutes, four turns

Thanks to Steve Walton from White Dot Skis for this video filmed yesterday.

Chamonix Snow Report : 8th February 2012

TDDSR: Freeskier Sam Smoothy gets lost in Chamonix

Location: Chamonix

Getting up early the the TDDSR crew head out for a day on the slopes with freeskier Sam Smoothy for a day in the Chamonix backcountry.

Chamonix Snow Report : 8th January 2012

TDDSR: In Les Houches & Flegere

It keeps snowing here in the Chamonix Valley so there are a huge number of possible lines to be had - here the TDDSR crew check out the forest in Les Houches and some powder fields in Flegere.

Chamonix Snow Report : 9th January 2012

TDDSR: Hits up Brevent, blue skies & first lifts

It was a perfect day here in Chamonix yesterday and one of many more to come, here the TDDSR crew set off to find some powder off the Brevent..

Chamonix Snow Report: 12th February 2016

Even more snow today & more over the weekend

There has been so much fresh snow already this week, we thought it would never end, but there's even more on the forecast for today & over the weekend!

Chamonix Snow Report: 15th February 2016

Improved weather in the week ahead

After a blustery, whiteout weekend it looks like we're going to have a few breaks in the weather this week.

Chamonix Snow Report: 15th January 2016

It's still snowing in Chamonix!

It's been a great week for powder in Chamonix, but high winds and high avalanche risk has kept a lot of the higher pistes and ski lifts closed.

Chamonix Snow Report: 19th February 2016

More snow coming our way today & Monday night

We've had around 15cm new snow at the beginning of this week turning sunny after that, and there's more snow due this week.

Chamonix Snow Report: 20th November 2015

The first video snow report of the 2015-16 season

Welcome to Charlie our new video snow reporter & her first snow report of the season! We'll be updating you every week, so check back with us for more updates very soon.

Chamonix Snow Report: 22nd February 2016

A little more snow on the forecast

We've had a little bit more snow this weekend, and Sunday was an absolute scorcher!

Chamonix Snow Report: 26th February 2016

A little more snow on the forecast for the week ahead

It's been an amazingly sunny day today in Chamonix, and with more fresh snow overnight the ski area has had another good top up.

Chamonix Snow Report: 29th November 2015

The opening weekend of some of Chamonix's lifts

Chamonix Snow Report: 5th February 2016

A great end to the week with 2 nights of fresh snow

We've had two good dumps of snow to end the week on here in Chamonix and conditions are looking much better on the hill. More snow is also due on Sunday.

Chamonix Snow Report: 8th February 2016

It's going to be an amazing week for fresh snow!

A warm end to the week last week meant some tricky conditions on the mountain, but the good news is there's more snow headed our way (and tonnes of it) this week!

Chamonix Snow Report: 8th January 2016

Chamonix Summer Activities

It feels like summer started early here in Chamonix and as the town prepares for the busy months that will bring in coach loads of tourists, climbers, bikers and marathon runners we thought we'd have a look at some of the many activities available in the Chamonix Valley.

Chamonix Video Report : 10th Aug 2011

Endlessflow go Kayaking in Chamonix

The river Arve that runs through Chamonix is not the most popular spot for kayaking but as Simon Eriksson, John Vincent, Henrik Balkander and Bjarne Sahlen show us there is a lot of potential here. Thanks to endlessflow.net for this video.

Chamonix Video Report : 11th April 2012

Snow falls all the way to Cham town and there is more on the way

Snow fell this week in Chamonix, all the way down to town. It might not last for long on the lower slopes but on the higher ground the pistes and even the off piste has been topped up nicely.

Chamonix Video Report : 12th Aug 2011

Paragliding and Fetes des Guides 2011, Chamonix

The sun has returned to Chamonix Mont Blanc and what better way of celebrating than taking to the skies?There are a number of Paragliding / Parapente schools in Chamonix and any of them will treat you to something pretty special.Ahead we also have Les Fete des Guides which is an annual celebration that culminates on Monday with a light show at the climbing wall at Les Gaillands.

Chamonix Video Report : 12th February 2013

The sun is coming back!!

The sun is finally going to return tomorrow and with it should come some of the best skiing conditions of the season. It was really cold over the weekend and even today there was a chilly wind. This should mean that the snow stays fresh for the next few days and we will be able to enjoy all the powder in beautiful sunshine.

Chamonix Video Report : 12th March 2012

JP Auclair & Andreas Fransson in the Mont Blanc Massif

Crampons and ice axes are part of the daily packing list as we get to follow Oakley riders JP Auclair & Andreas Fransson around some of Chamonix's peaks.

Chamonix Video Report : 13th June 2012

Chamonix Skatepark gets filmed from above

Chamonix local Guillaume Bocquet has been popping up on Youtube for his unique aerial Chamonix videos. Guillaume built his first drone at the age of 12 and since then he has developed new drones with lightweight HD cameras built-in. At present his 'multicopter' is just a side project for the carpenter from Les Houches, but we are sure as his work develops he will soon be in the spotlight. Update: Guillaume has launched his unique filming services via Topview Shoot

Chamonix Video Report : 14th March 2012

Soft conditions and good snow cover, very sunny weather and no queues

Now that the school holidays are over the slopes are a lot quieter and the queues for the lifts have died down.

Chamonix Video Report : 15th February 2012

Grands Montets snow park check

Chamriders catch up with the offical shapers for the Grands Montets snowpark and as you will see the park is in perfect condition. This year you can swipe yourself in a the top of the park and get filmed on your way down - once at the bottom you can watch yourself on the big screen and then send a clip to you phone.

Chamonix Video Report : 15th February 2012

Record snow depths for the holidays

We have been enjoying great pistes all week in Chamonix and the sun has been out nearly every day.

Chamonix Video Report : 15th January 2013

Great snow last weekend and Freeride World Tour this weekend

After a beautiful weekend of clear skies and perfect powder we have had a return to winter here in Chamonix with clouds, snowfall and cold temperatures.

Chamonix Video Report : 17th April 2012

Volkl Ski Team in town; Chamonix freeride, freestyle & night ski sessions

Every year the Völkl ski team gather up all their pro-riders and go on a special shoot - this year Völkl chose Chamonix. Watching this video you can see why they chose Chamonix : great freeride terrain with stunning backdrops, great snow depths, church-ruins for night ski sessions...

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Chamonix Video Report : 17th February 2012

Montagne TV & Quechua presents: The Eyes of Chamonix

Montagne TV & Quechua talk to some of the best mountain photographers around :  Pascal Tournaire, René Robert and Monica Dalmass who were all involved in shooting for the Hiking the Moon project.

Chamonix Video Report : 17th January 2013

Dog Blog Episode 1 - Leuka The Wonder Dog

When it comes to our favourite things in life, dogs and snow are right up there with other legendary smile makers such as Cadbury's Creme Eggs, Prosecco and free donuts. Fluffy friends and fluffy flakes individually make us smile but bring them together and you have a potent combination for wintery fun - hence our very first Dog Blog!

Chamonix Video Report : 18th April 2012

Super Frenchie drops off the Grands Montets

Matthias Giraud also known as "Super Frenchie" takes a trip up the Grands Montets for a special Chamonix ski base jump. Matthias is a pro skier and a base jumper, born in the Chamonix Valley he has travelled the world skiing and jumping off some of the most vertical slopes - you can find out more about Matthias Giraud here: matthiasgiraud.com

Chamonix Video Report : 18th April 2012

Fresh snow for the end of the season; late snow falls mean late closures

We have had snow falling above 1600m all week and there is more to come!! This has reduced the visibility on the slopes but has made the skiing unusually good. So good, infact, that Flegere is going to remain open for an additional week.

Chamonix Video Report : 19th Aug 2011

Golf this week, Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc next week

As the weather has improved dramatically we've been out enjoying some of the great activities Chamonix has to offer. Although people don't often think of Cham as a golfing destination it does have a beautiful 18 hole course in Les Praz with one of the best backdrops you'll find on any fairway in the world.Hopefully this good weather will continue as the last big event of the summer is just around the corner; The North Face Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc.

Chamonix Video Report : 1st February 2012

A great start to the month in Chamonix, wonderful conditions in all the ski areas

Location: Les Houches

The sun broke through today after nearly a week of cloudy skies and intermittent snow fall. With all the snow that came down over the last seven days the pistes and powder are great and with the sun making a welcome return we have some excellent skiing ahead of us as well as one of the biggest competitions of the winter in Les Houches this weekend; The Kandahar.

Chamonix Video Report : 1st September 2011

The valley quietens down as September starts

Location: Chamonix

Well August has finally come to end here in Chamonix and all the big events of the summer are over. There is still plenty to do in the Mont Blanc region though and in many ways September is better than August as it's much quieter.

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Chamonix Video Report : 20th July 2012

EpicTV Weekly : Chamonix Wingsuit Special

Local HD adventure sports movie channel Epic TV pull in wingsuit pilots Jokke Sommer and Espen Fadnes to talk about wingsuiting from Chamonix’s Brevent lift station - which was opened for the first time just a few weeks ago.

Chamonix Video Report : 21st March 2012

JP Auclair & Fransson in the Mont Blanc Massif Episode 2

JP Auclair & Andreas Fransson are back with another episode of their Chamonix backcountry adventures with Oakley. Steep icey faces on the way up whilst discussing favourite pizza choices and long powder couloirs on the way down on the Les Courtes above the Argentiere glacier.

Chamonix Video Report : 21st March 2012

Good condition throughout the valley

We have had great skiing here in Chamonix thanks to the drop in temperature and the fresh snow that fell on Sunday and Monday.

Chamonix Video Report : 22nd February 2012

Sunshine, freestyle and cross country

Location: Chamonix

We have had beautiful weather this week in Chamonix and although the conditions on piste are pretty much perfect the slopes haven't been too busy.

Chamonix Video Report : 22nd January 2012

Freeride Would Tour powder fest; riders spot their lines in one metre of powder

Yesterday was the Freeride World Tour Juniors event which managed to go ahead despite the tough weather conditions, although by the time the event had finished less than two-thrids of the riders managed a line which consequently vetoed this event from overall rankings.

Chamonix Video Report : 22nd January 2013

Freeride World Tour Courmayeur Special

The Freeride World Tour was on in Courmayeur today and we caught up with some of the riders including Xavier de La Rue, Ralph Backstrom and Aurelien Ducroz. All the riders are excited about the Freeride World Tour stop in Chamonix this weekend and we can't wait either!!

Chamonix Video Report : 22nd June 2012

Final farewell to Stéphane Brosse

Seb Montaz has posted a farewell message to his friend Stephane Brosse who lost his life in a tragic accident on the 17th June 2012, when a snow cornice collpased under his weight on the aiguille d'Argentière.

Chamonix Video Report : 22nd November 2012

When the Aiguille du Midi lift is shut, it's up the Voie Mallory

One hardy Chamonix crew couldn't resist getting in some steep & deep turns in off the Aiguiile du Midi following last weeks snowfall.

Chamonix Video Report : 23rd March 2012

Chamonix Girls Zone Ride Session & Party, Nikita & DC put on the 2nd Chamonix Girls Zone

The Chamonix Girls Zone is back for its second year and here the DailyDumpSnowReport cover all the kickers, air-bags, stacks and laughs.

Chamonix Video Report : 24th January 2013

The Chamonix Locals Preview the Freeride World Tour

The Swatch Freeride World Tour by The North Face has arrived here in Chamonix and Freeride World Tour TV have created this great little package with some of the Chamonix riders - Aurelien Ducroz, Jonathan Charlet and Leo Slemett.

Chamonix Video Report : 24th March 2012

Chamonix local wins Freeride World Tour

The Freeride World Tour has come to end for this season and with the huge amounts of snow and sunshine this winter, it has been an epic tour.

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Chamonix Video Report : 25th August 2011

North Face Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc 2011, Chamonix

The week of races has begun and runners are already on course. The main race takes place this weekend so beforre they set off have a look at what lies ahead and a few of the athletes to watch out for.

Chamonix Video Report : 25th January 2013

Pro Snowboarder Ralph Backstrom Previews the Freeride World Tour in Chamonix

There's just hours to go until The Swatch Freeride World Tour by The North Face gets underway here in Chamonix. We met up with pro rider Ralph Backstrom from the USA in the Hotel Alpina last night for a chat about all things freeride - from who to watch in this weekend's competition to life as a pro snowboarder, and the legendary two A's - Alaska and Antarctica.

Chamonix Video Report : 26th April 2012

Great late season snow at Le Grand Montets, most areas shut now despite amazing snow cover

The remarkable late season snow we have been enjoying keeps falling and there is plenty of great snow at Le Grand Montets even if the visibility isn't always great. As the winter season winds to a close there will be parties all over town and up on the hill. For more information on those visit our "What's on Calendar".

Chamonix Video Report : 26th January 2012

An exciting week in Chamonix; blue skies, freeriding and downhill

Location: Argentiere

After a week of patchy clouds the sun came out on Thursday and we had perfect conditions with fresh snow and sunshine.

Chamonix Video Report : 26th July 2012

New Chamonix Wingsuit spot - Petit Drus, Massif du Mont Blanc

It seems that the Chamonix ban on wingsuit jumps on the Brevent and the Aiguille du Midi hasn't stopped the growth of the extreme sport in the Chamonix valley as already two wingsuit videos have been released of jumps off the Petit Drus. The first video (shown here) is of Russion wingsuiter Valery Rozov, know for his jump off the Grand Pilier d’Angle at 4243m, who made the jump from the Dru over a year ago. Another video shows Géraldine Fasnacht and Julien Mayer jumping from the same spot on the Dru - Géraldine is a World Freeride snowboard champ and professional base jumper.

Chamonix Video Report : 27th January 2012

TDDSR: Australia Day in Chamonix, kicker comp to celebrate

The TDDSR crew put on their fake accents in this episode of the Daily Dump Snow Report in support of Australia Day here in Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report : 27th July 2012

EpicTV Weekly : Chamonix Wingsuit Debate

In this video Epic TV discuss the controversial decision from Chamonix town hall to ban wingsuit jumps from the Brevent and the Aiguille du Midi subsequent to the death of Norwegian wingsuiter Jon Inge Hovda. The video interview calls on views from two Chamonix locals; wingsuit pilot Roch Malnuit and paraglider pilot Sean Potts (from Fly Chamonix). Both Roch and Sean agree that wingsuit flying has it's place in Chamonix and the wingsuit ban is justifiable decision from the Chamonix mayor.

Chamonix Video Report : 27th March 2012

ESF Argentiere take us on a journey arounfd Chamonix

Location: Argentiere

A sublime series of aerial shots of the Chamonix valley and the Grands Montets ski area, brought to you by the ESF Argentiere ski school.

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Chamonix Video Report : 28th June 2012

Inaugural Chamonix Arc'teryx Alpine Arc'ademy event video

The inaugural Alpine ARC'ademy event in Chamonix happened over 3 days at the start of June. The unique mountaineering educational weekender took place up at the Aiguille du Midi, here in Chamonix. The event was presented as a weekend of mountaineering education, experience and inspiration for beginners and skilled mountaineers but proved to be just as much a celebration of mountaineering.

Chamonix Video Report : 28th March 2012

Winter Sessions in Spring snow, live music and sunshine all this week

We have been enjoying the beautiful sunshine here in Chamonix and the spring skiing. Although the lower slopes do get quite slushy and in places the snow is getting a little thin most of the ski areas still have good cover and the snow in the high north facing slopes of the Grand Montets is still great.

Chamonix Video Report : 29th December 2012

The Daily Dump Snow Report is back

The Daily Dump Snow Report crew are back in Chamonix and with it comes their first video report. No need for words here, the shots of the powder in Flegere say it all!

Chamonix Video Report : 29th February 2012

Spring arrives a little early in Chamonix

We have seen a dramatic change in the weather with very warm sunny days and high Spring like temperatures. This has melted the snow in the afternoon and caused conditions on the pistes to be quite slow and sticky but it does make long lunches in the sun an attractive option.

Chamonix Video Report : 29th March 2012

Chamonix Parc Couttet gets a visit from Ally Watson

Location: Chamonix

The Parc Couttet in Chamonix has had a lonely few years in the recent history of Chamonix since the property and grounds were purchased by the local town council in 1990. At the back of the park grounds stands the fabulous Villa de la Tournette, built by Joseph Couttet (Chamonix alpinist and mayor circa 1905).

Chamonix Video Report : 2nd August 2012

Look back at the Chamonix Marathon 2012

This video from the Chamonix Club des sports, although in French, gives us a superb view of the epic runners event here in Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report : 2nd January 2012

Andreas Fransson's Tempting Fear

This special Salomon Freeski TV episode follows the Swedish ski-mountaineer, Andreas Fransson, who makes an astonishing comeback after breaking his neck in an avalanche on the Aiguille Verte in Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report : 30th April 2012

April saw 30-40cm of fresh snow every couple days and up to 100cm up top

In case you missed it or want to relive the memories of the epic conditions over the past month in Chamonix the Doglotion Chamonix diaries have put together an nice edit of some superb off-piste skiing up on the Aiguille du Midi, Couloir des Cosmique and the Glacier Ronde.

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Chamonix Video Report : 30th May 2012

Kilian Jornet trailer for Summits Of My Life

This trailer arrived from great heights into our hands, the short video gives a glimpse into ultra athlete Kilian Jornet current project 'Summit of My Life'. The idea for Summit of My Life was born right here in Chamonix, Mont Blanc when Kilian set out on two world firsts, first traversing the Mont Blanc massif from East to West on skis,and then from South to North arriving in Chamonix through a mixture of climbing and running.

Chamonix Video Report : 3rd July 2012

Wingsuit flight from Brevent, Chamonix

Vincent Descols, aka Le Blond, takes us on an epic journey as he he launches himself off the Brevent and flies down lines at speed with his wingusit here in Chamonix. These are some of the most impressive wingsuit lines we've seen and are without doubt reserved for the professionals - there are some very close moments indeed! Proximity fliers, like Vincent Descols, generally fly at a steep trajectory which gives the option to flatten out at any time to give themselves a bit more height when too close.

Chamonix Video Report : 3rd May 2012

Winter Sessions Highlights, all the best bits

Already a month has gone by since the legendary Winter Sessions Weekender here in Chamonix, but the guys from Winter Sessions have since had the time to put all the best bits into this short video featuring the freestyle ski & snowboard competition, an air show from local wingsuit base jumpers and not to mention lots of partying!

Chamonix Video Report : 3rd May 2012

The end of the winter 2011/12 report; thanks for watching!

Location: Argentiere

This is the last video report of the season, and what a season it's been!! Record levels of snow and more powder days than I can remember seeing in one winter. There's still snow left but the lifts will close this weekend after the annual Freeride Days party which this year has a fancy dress theme. Thanks for watching the winter reports, we'll be back in the summer for running, cycling, climbing and much more.

Chamonix Video Report : 4th April 2012

Easter in Grands Montets, best snow higher up

The weather has not been great this week in Chamonix but hopefully the temperatures will drop this weekend and we may even get some fresh snow in time for Easter.

Chamonix Video Report : 4th January 2013

Pro Freeskier Leo Slemett's December Highlights

Check out this great little video of Chamonix's own Leo Slemett out on the mountain in December 2012.

Chamonix Video Report : 7th January 2013

Freeskier Leo Slemett lines up for the 2013 Freeride World Tour in Revelstoke this week

What's it like to compete in your first Swatch Freeride World Tour by The North Face? In Episode 2 of the Between the Lines video series, 19 year old pro freeskier Leo Slemett talks us through how he's feeling ahead of the biggest week of his life!

Chamonix Video Report : 7th March 2012

Chamonix Video Report : 7th March 2012

Hotdogging in Chamonix; History of Freeride from The Perfect Moment

With the Black Weekend coming to Chamonix this weekend, the daytime events kick off with a 'hotdogging' day on the Grands Montets.

Chamonix Video Report : 7th March 2012

A welcome dip in temperatures after some Spring-like weather

The weather has been a little changeable this week with some clouds blowing in bringing some fresh snow. Mostly though the skies have been clear and we have been able to enjoy the skiing both and and off piste.

Chamonix Video Report : 8th February 2012

Great skiing on near empty pistes, the calm before the storm

In the week before the busy period of the season starts the pistes have been empty and in excellent condition. Over in La Tour we've had some great skiing and with more cold weather and clear skies on the way it looks like we have more on the horizon.

Chamonix Video Report : 8th February 2013

Huge amounts of snow, we're just waiting for the sun

We have had almost uninterrupted snow fall since last weekend and that has given us huge snow depths and deep, deep powder.

Chamonix Video Report : 8th March 2012

Chamonix Video Report : 8th March 2012

Unstoppable Pierre Poncet; History of Freeride #2 from The Perfect Moment

Carrying on from yesterday's hotdogging video from the Perfect Moment, here the history of freeride series continue with a look at the unstoppable Pierre Poncet and freeriding cameraman Dick Barrymore up on the Grands Montets.

Chamonix Video Report : 9th January 2013

New reporter and new snow to follow

Meet Sofia Soffinoff - the newest member of the Chamonet team. This week she's been skiing on the Grand Montets, up the Aiguille du Midi and climbing in Les Houches. If you think you can keep up then log on each week to see her video reports and find out what she's been up to in and around the Chamonix valley.

Chamonix Video Report : 9th March 2012

Chamonix Video Report : 9th March 2012

Monoskis & Plastic Wings; History of Freeride #3 from The Perfect Moment

Taking Chamonix by snowstorm in the 70's were freeride entrepreneurs such as Perfect Moment founder, Thierry Donard.

Chamonix Video Report: 7th July 2011

Climbing Championships, rafting and summer luge

The World Climbing Championships 2011 come to Chamonix next week and the walls have already gone up in the centre of town.

Chamonix Video Report: 10th December 2008

First report of the winter and best start to the season ever!

Trig is back!

Chamonix Video Report: 10th January 2011

Seb Montaz reports from Courmayeur

Chamonix Snow Report 6 from sébastien montaz-rosset on Vimeo.

Chamonix Video Report: 10th July 2008

World Climbing Championships and Beer Festival!

The sun is still shining but thunderstorms on Friday do threaten what could be a great weekend. The 10th Rock Climbing World Championships are taking place in Chamonix this weekend with climbers from all over the world coming to town to challenge the laws of physics and show that gravity is a guideline rather than a rule.

Chamonix Video Report: 10th July 2010

Climbing Championships and Outdoor Games

It's a big week in Chamonix. The World Climbing Championships start this Sunday and the finals will be held on Tuesday. Then as soon as they finish the Nissan Outdoor Games makes it's first summer appearance in Chamonix.With a heat wave forecast lets just hope it isn't too hot for all the athletes!!

Chamonix Video Report: 10th March 2010

Clear skies and cold temperatures make a welcome return

Freezing temperatures and clear blue skies characterised the last week. Temperatures are set to stay low this week, with light winds and a light fall of snow expected over the ex 7 days.

Chamonix Video Report: 10th March 2011

Flying over Chamonix, Marie takes to the air

It feels like we are moving into Spring here in Chamonix with warm sunny weather. Despite all the sunshine and a lack of new snow the pistes are in very goodshape and the skiing in Brevent, where I was this week, was pretty good. I've also been flying recently which is a great activity and something I'd reccomend to anyone who wants to try something a little different.

Chamonix Video Report: 10th October 2008

Autumn sunshine

Although we are moving further into autumn this weekend’s weather couldn’t be more different from last Fridays snow storm. The forecast is for the sun to continue on through the weekend and into next week which will make for a very pleasant few days off work.

Chamonix Video Report: 11th April 2011

We're in Chamonix and we're drinking - a day in the life of a pro-snowboarder

Iikka Backstrom and Devun Walsh’s latest web show Polar Opposites comes to Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 11th February 2010

Mixed weather but plenty to look forward to

We have had a real mixture of weather this week with clear skies turning into white out conditions.Temperatures have been consistently low and the snow has been good all over.Plenty to look forward to over the coming weeks with the Olympics and X-Games just around the corner.All Valentines card to - Tom Jarman Skinets.com 34 Point Pelissier Les Houches France.

Chamonix Video Report: 11th January 2011

Seb Montaz reports from Brevent

Chamonix Snow Report 7 from sébastien montaz-rosset on Vimeo.

Chamonix Video Report: 11th July 2008

Grottos and golf balls

After a cold and VERY wet couple of days for the World Climbing Championships last weekend, the snow line crept almost back down to the mid-stations at 2000m! Thankfully the sunshine and warm temperatures have returned and look set to remain with us for the next few days.

Chamonix Video Report: 11th June 2009

Good times...despite the weather!

This week, Tom's report comes from the Petit Balcon Sud trail, high above Argentiere. Looks like there is some great stuff going on in spite of Mother Nature's best efforts!

Chamonix Video Report: 12th April 2008

Restaurant at the foot of the Pendant lift, Courmayeur.

Despite the recent rain, which has altered conditions on lower slopes, there is a massive amount of good snow around. Jonathan is celebrating having skied 30 powder days this season with an Italian mixed grill.

Chamonix Video Report: 12th April 2009

Easter Sunday

Trig is up at La Tour making the most of the Spring snow which, along with La Grand Montets,has the best snow in the chamonix valley.

Chamonix Video Report: 12th April 2011

Speed flyer grinds Aiguille du Midi cable; not something we'd recommend but cool none the less

Antoine Montant pulls off a first: speed riding along the cables of Chamonix's old cable car. Antoine won best speedflyer three years in a row, is he now starting a new park style of speed flying?

Chamonix Video Report: 12th January 2012

Superb conditions in Chamonix, one of the best week's skiing in memory

Location: Chamonix

It has been a great week here in Chamonix. the skies cleared on Monday and we have had beautiful weather with blue skies and lots of sunshine. The pistes are in incredible condition and the skiing is as good as it has ever been. There is great skiing in the off piste although you will have to walk a bit to find fresh snow as most of the powder has been skied. If you want to try skiing at a lower altitude then the cross country trails are open and well groomed and this week there is a Nordic skiing event in town.

Chamonix Video Report: 12th June 2008

Bouldering in Chamonix (Le Praz)

The sun has come out!! The skies have cleared around Chamonix and the sun is shining high and with that comes a raise in temperatures.

Chamonix Video Report: 12th May 2011

What's in store this summer in chamonix

The summer has started early in Chamonix with the first half of May being blessed with warm, sunny weather.

Chamonix Video Report: 12th September 2008

Ice Hockey Season

This weeks report comes from inside the Chamonix ice rink where local hockey team the Chamonix Chamois are getting some late night practice on the ice.

Chamonix Video Report: 13th April 2007

Tete de Balme

Jonathan reports from the Tete de Balme at Le Tour. Snow conditions are still decent, although other parts of the valley are starting to degrade.

Chamonix Video Report: 13th August 2009

Les Gaillands

This weekend sees the Fete des Guides taking place in Chamonix, so Tom took at trip down to the Les Gaillands venue to watch the final preparations coming together. And as always, he's got the lowdown on valley trail conditions.

Chamonix Video Report: 13th August 2010

Fete des Guides this weekend and plenty of biking in Chamonix- Fri 13th August 2010

August is in full swing and although the weather is not as sunny as it might be we have still got plenty going on here in Chamonix to keep us entertained.

Chamonix Video Report: 13th February 2009

Brevent Inversion

Trig is enjoying an unforecast beautiful day in Brevent with wonderful snow and plenty of fresh powder still to be had.

Chamonix Video Report: 13th January 2007

A Slow Snow Start

Chamonix Video Report: 13th January 2007

Montenvers Railway Station

Jonathan has just had his first ski of the season and reports from his return point of the Montenvers Railway Station. Snow conditions are disappointing and unseasonably warm weather is not helping.Jonathan gives his top tips on how to make the most of the less-than-perfect conditions and declares that there is still plenty of fun to be had if you know where to look!

Chamonix Video Report: 13th January 2011

Freeride World Tour and new snow, good luck Stenti!!

We've had some great snow since Sunday and although the clouds have moved in from time to time the snow has remained good.We're looking forward to the Freeride World Tour and keeping our eye on Brit snowboarder James Stentiford.

Chamonix Video Report: 13th July 2011

David Rosenbarger and Seth Morrison in Chamonix

Now that the sun has decided to hide behind the clouds a few non-summer thoughts came to mind, thanks to Bjarne Sahlen for this one..

Chamonix Video Report: 13th March 2007

Grands Montets

Despite the no-show of the promised dump there is plenty of good skiing to be done. Jonathan reports from the new snowpark, which is looking pretty good. The Boss des Bosses is the up-coming not to be missed event.

Chamonix Video Report: 13th March 2007

Trig is back on the slopes with all the latest news from Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 13th November 2008

New lifts, new snow

Although the weather in town this week has been pretty dismal every time the rain stops and the clouds clear there is a new dusting of snow on the peaks which is causing great excitement in town.

Chamonix Video Report: 13th September 2009

Statue of Jesus Christ

Tom's at the statue of Jesus high opposite Les Houches this week; catch him to find out what's happening in the valley right now.

Chamonix Video Report: 14th April 2011

Closures in the Mont Blanc Ski Area; the winter starts to wind down in Chamonix

Flegere, Les Houches and La Tour are now closed here in Chamonix due to a lack of snow but the Brevent and Grand Montets ski areas are still open for skiers and snowboarders.The best snow is up at Les Grand Montets but it is not possible to ski down to the car park so the lifts can become quite congested.

Chamonix Video Report: 14th August 2008

Montenvers & the Mer de Glace

This week's report comes from the Mer de Glace (Sea of Ice), France's largest glacier and one of the biggest tourist attractions in Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 14th February 2011

From Moguls to Mountaineering with Glen Plake

Glen Plake, from moguls to ski mountaineering. from sébastien montaz-rosset on Vimeo.

Chamonix Video Report: 14th January 2010

Clear Blue Skis and Powder are the story of the week

Snowfall last Saturday and clear, blue skies Sunday, Monday and Tuesday made for amazing skiing conditions this week, probably the best so far this season.

Chamonix Video Report: 14th July 2009

**Bonus Report** World Climbing Championships 09

This weekend, climbers from all over the world flocked to Chamonix to take part in the World Climbing Championships. Get the full coverage from the Difficulty and Speed parts of the event in Tom's report right here.

Chamonix Video Report: 14th March 2008

Helbronner

Jonathan is coming from a very windy Pointe Helbronner at 3462 meters, so apologies for the brief loss of sound quality. There have been some good dumps of snow which have led to excellent off-piste conditions, some of which you can see.

Chamonix Video Report: 14th March 2013

New Snow, St Paddy's Day, oh yeah!!

Sofia has been hiking into couloirs and making the most of the snow higher up. Looking forward to St Paddy's day this weekend and some new snow.

Chamonix Video Report: 15th April 2010

Busy weekend at Grand Montets

The forecasters have really struggled this week and none of the expected snow arrived. However we have been enjoying cold temperatures and some great piste conditions.The big event this weekend is the Winter Session Weekender Party and the Monoski test day, footage of which comes courtesy of www.monoski.free.fr.Hopefully you'll be able to join us for at least one of these events.

Chamonix Video Report: 15th January 2009

Brevent

Today Trig is up at Brevent and although the snow is good it's not new so there is no running down into town. The new lift is pulling it's weight and moving people up and down without queues.

Chamonix Video Report: 15th March 2011

Radical freeski mountaineering

Not sure if we can call this skiing but Seb Montaz goes in search of some fresh tracks on the west face of the Charlet-Straton, Aiguille d'Argentière.

Chamonix Video Report: 16th December 2009

Opening of Winter Season 2010

Hi, I'm Tom and each week I'll be bringing you a video snow report from Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 16th February 2011

A little snow fall

Not quite a dump but Lachlan heads up the hill with Jono Verity to see how much snow has fallen.

Chamonix Video Report: 16th February 2011

Clouds move in and bring some new snow, good pistes for the holidays

Even though the holidays are in full swing the pistes are not as busy as you might think and with a smattering of new snow they are in better condition than they were.

Chamonix Video Report: 16th January 2011

I'm Talented - Remy : Serial Skier

I've Got Talent: Remy - Serial Skier from sébastien montaz-rosset on Vimeo.

Chamonix Video Report: 16th July 2009

Argentiere Viewpoint

This week, Tom brings you his report from the banks of the Argentiere glacier, high above Lognan in the Grands Montets area.

Chamonix Video Report: 16th July 2010

Nissan Outdoor Games 2010 Videos

The 2010 Summer Nissan Outdoor Games videos from Chamonix

Chamonix Video Report: 16th July 2010

Going climbing in Chamonix after the pros show us how

After watching the World Climbing Championships and the Nissan Outdoor Games I was inspired to go climbing.

Chamonix Video Report: 17th April 2009

Lavancher Bowl Grands Montets

It's goodbye from Trig for this year. Though fear not, James our summer reporter will be delivering the end of season roundup from Freeride Days, Chamonix's closing party.

Chamonix Video Report: 17th December 2013

Chamonix wingsuit pilot thinks he's a skier

In this video from EpicTV, wingsuit pilot Brian Drake jumps off the Brevent exit and comes very close to touching the snow down the ENSA couloir.

Chamonix Video Report: 17th February 2007

Le Prarion

Recent heavy snowfall has improved the snow cover and provided plenty of good off-piste. Jonathan reports from Les Houches, one of the best places to head when weather in the rest of the valley is closing in. Jonathan has also popped through the tunnel to check out conditions in Courmeyeur and was very impressed.

Chamonix Video Report: 17th February 2008

More snow on the slopes

Half term has hit town, but Jonathan has a top tip for avoiding the queues. He's up at le Tour and the on piste conditions are pretty excellent, although since it hasn't snowed for a while it's not all perfect off-piste.

Chamonix Video Report: 17th February 2011

Seb Montaz reports from the Italian side of Mont Blanc

Conditions de neige / Snow Report: Courmayeur, 16 fevrier 11 from sébastien montaz-rosset on Vimeo.

Chamonix Video Report: 17th January 2008

Le Tour

Jonathan is at a very windy Le Tour enjoying the copious amounts of fresh snow. Conditions generally are excellent. He also talks about the benefits of unlimited use of the Courmayeur lift system through the Mont Blanc Tunnel, available to those skiing in Chamonix this winter.

Chamonix Video Report: 17th March 2009

Saint Gervais

Trig is in Saint Gervais, part of the Megeve network all available to ski from Chamonix if you buy the 'Ski Pass Mont Blanc' - not to be confused with the similarly named 'Mont Blanc Unlimited'.

Chamonix Video Report: 17th March 2011

Changeable conditions in Chamonix this week

We have had low clouds and flat light and clear skies and sunshine in Chamonix this week.Hope fully the next few days will bring us some snow and some lower temperatures.

Chamonix Video Report: 17th October 2008

The new winter is coming!!!

Although there is not much new happening in Chamonix this coming week is full of pre-winter celebrations.

Chamonix Video Report: 17th September 2009

Planpraz

Tom's report for this week comes from Planpraz, which en route to Brevent is one of the last lifts that is still open in the valley. Chamonix has a busy activity and events schedule planned for this summer, so stay tuned to Tom each Thursday and he'll keep you up to date with what's been going on.

Chamonix Video Report: 18th April 2008

Skiing on the Flegere

Jonathan is at Flegere, enjoying the spring snow conditions and a sunny day, after the excellent snow but often cloudy conditions of the last week.

Chamonix Video Report: 18th April 2012

The end of an epic winter, here's hoping fro a great summer

This is the last video report from Chamonix for this winter but we will be back with event coverage this summer from the Marathon du Mont Blanc, the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc and the World Climbing Championships.

Chamonix Video Report: 18th December 2008

More snow and it all opens this weekend!

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Chamonix Video Report: 18th June 2008

Fête de la Musique, Golf and Sunshine!!

It is going to be a busy week in Chamonix and with the sun shining and the skies clearing a very enjoyable one too.

Chamonix Video Report: 18th June 2009

Cooling-off up high

This week, our Chamonix reporter Tom is up at the summit of Brevent.

Chamonix Video Report: 18th September 2008

Facelift for the Aiguille du Midi cable car

This weeks report comes from the base of the Aiguille du Midi and finds Chamonix in fairly Autumnal conditions. The temperature has cooled and while mid day is still very mild the mornings are quite chilly.

Chamonix Video Report: 19th February 2010

Chamonix February Half-term week 2010

Sadly, no fresh snow this week but beautiful weather over the weekend and into Monday/Tuesday made for a stunning start to half term.

Chamonix Video Report: 19th February 2011

Searching for powder in Chamonix; and Lachlan finds it

The boys from The Daily Dump Snow Report go looking for powder...AND FIND SOME!!See? It's not as bad as people think.

Chamonix Video Report: 19th March 2008

Boss de Bosses

Jon reports from the site of the 19th "Boss de Bosses" competition. Teams from Val d'Isere, Chamonix, Verbier, Zermatt, Courchevel and Meribel compete to find out which resort rules the bumps.

Chamonix Video Report: 19th March 2010

Chamonix wins Boss des Bosses

The 21st annual 'Boss De Bosses' was once again blessed with beautiful weather.

Chamonix Video Report: 19th March 2015

The Monster Ski 2015 for the MS Trust

This is an awesome little edit of the guys and girls who took part in the 2015 Monster Ski in aid of the MS Trust.

Chamonix Video Report: 1st February 2008

Les Grands Montets

Jonathan is up the Grands Montets at the Whiteburn Phat Challenge ski-cross event, with a summary of the snow conditions which are still good - but he is looking forward to the new snow which is forecast.

Chamonix Video Report: 1st July 2011

2011 Marathon Du Mont Blanc highlights

The Marathon du Mont Blanc took place in Chamonix last weekend and thankfully the skies cleared in time for all the runners.

Chamonix Video Report: 20th August 2009

Cretet Spring, Rte des Pecles

The hot weather has become outrageous, with weather reports using adjectives like 'scorching' and the temperatures soaring accordingly. Cool off with Tom in this week's installment of the Trail Report.

Chamonix Video Report: 20th August 2010

Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc in Chamonix next Friday

The last big event of the summer is just around the corner and Killian, Marco, Darwa and Lizzie are all going to be back to take on the 2010 Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc.

Chamonix Video Report: 20th December 2013

Merry Christmas from a snowy Chamonix

Just a little something to get you into the festive mood, as the snow falls in Chamonix a few of us got together with Seven Twenty Productions to wish you a very merry Christmas...

Chamonix Video Report: 20th February 2013

Fresh powder and torch-lit descents

We have had superb conditions since the sun came out last weekend. Even though it is the busy family holiday season we managed to escape the crowds and found huge, empty powder fields of un-tracked snow above Le Tour and enjoyed one of the best days of the season so far.

Chamonix Video Report: 20th July 2011

Speed Riding in July, Chamonix

We stumbled across this one and couldn't resist putting it up - Maël Brasey perfoms a very brave descent from the top of Grands Montets, starts on snow and finishes on a dirt track! Speed Riding Chamonix 3 juillet 2011 GoPro HD 960

Chamonix Video Report: 20th March 2007

Snowing hard and no signs of stopping!

The freezing level has dropped and the snow is coming in, transforming Chamonix into a winter wonderland!The Boss des Bosses competition at the Grands Montets may suffer a little from the weather but clear patches are forecast so fingers crossed for Wednesday!

Chamonix Video Report: 20th November 2008

More snow on the way!!

This week has been very sunny in Chamonix but the temperatures are definitely dropping and there have been quite heavy freezes recently over night. Hopefully this drop in temperature means that when the skies do cloud over this weekend there will be snow fall.

Chamonix Video Report: 21st April 2011

Last Chamonix video report of the winter 2010/11

This will be the last video snow report of the winter but we'll be back in the summer with trail reports and coverage of the big events like the North Face Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc, the Chamonix Marathon and the World Climbing Championships.

Chamonix Video Report: 21st August 2008

Music, Crayfish and BMX

It looks like it’s going to be another big weekend in Chamonix. All the usual events will be on; Curry night at MBC, wine tasting at Cha Cha Cha and the Sunday barbeque at Le Vert, but on top of that there are a variety of new ones!

Chamonix Video Report: 21st January 2010

Another great week skiing in Chamonix

Another great week skiing in Chamonix. Heavier than predicted snowfall last weekend and clear blue skies Monday and Tuesday made for perfect conditions.

Chamonix Video Report: 21st January 2011

Clear, cold weather ahead in Chamonix

I've been skiing in Flegere, Brevent and Les Grand Montets this week and conditions were better than expected. The queues were almost non-existent and the pistes were in good condition.

Chamonix Video Report: 22nd February 2009

Powder Hounds

Trig is late this week but comes with news of the new Aguille du Midi Station, James Bond's parents demise and shots of some powder hounds.

Chamonix Video Report: 22nd January 2009

A snowy balcony

Jon comes to you from his balcony this week - but look at how much snow has fallen in town this week! And there's even more on the way :O)

Chamonix Video Report: 22nd July 2010

New Reporter down at the tennis club, meet Kippy!

After all the excitement of the Nissan Outdoor Games and the Climbing Championships town feels a lot quieter and, with heavy clouds moving in, quite a bit cooler too.Our new reporter Chris is down at the tennis club today. For more about tennis and other activities in Chamonix have a look at our

Chamonix Video Report: 22nd March 2009

Paradis des Praz

If you go down to the woods today, you'll meet our reporter Trig...

Chamonix Video Report: 22nd May 2008

Summer's here!

Welcome to the weekly summer reports! Winter is now over and James has moved to Chamonix from Val d'Isere. Each week he'll be out and about trying different sports and activities in the area, he'll also bring you all the latest news and weather reports as well as a look at up coming events. So if you want to stay up to date with what's going on in Chamonix then log on each week.

Chamonix Video Report: 23rd December 2008

Flegere

Trig finally hits the slopes of Chamonix after a couple of weeks in Italy. Although the temperature have risen, and then fallen over the nights, the pistes are looking nice. Firm, but nice.

Chamonix Video Report: 23rd February 2011

The lovely ladies from Roxy, riding powder with the Roxy Girls

The Daily Dump goes riding with the super-enthusiastc Roxy girls.

Chamonix Video Report: 23rd January 2015

Remember the Freeride World Tour 2014??

Well get ready to enjoy the FWT 2015 this weekend...

Chamonix Video Report: 23rd July 2009

The Merlet

Tom is up in the mountains again; this week he's in the woods below the Merlet animal park, on the hiking and biking trail down to Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 24th April 2010

Only a few lifts open after this weekend, the season comes to a close

It's almost the end of the ski season here in Chamonix and despite the fact that the lifts are starting to shut down there is still plenty of good snow left up at the Grand Montets, where the lifts will remain open 'till May 9th.The end of season parties are starting to kick off and we enjoyed the Winter Sessions Weekender last weekend and are looking forward to the Fete de Brevent and the Freeride Days.

Chamonix Video Report: 24th February 2011

Snow falling in Chamonix town; better snow, bigger queues

The half term holidays have finally arrived and with them the large crowds. This has meant that there are some queues for the lifts here in Chamonix but on the whole it's not too bad.With fresh snow arriving at the beginning of the week and more forecast for the end of the week things are looking up on the snow front.

Chamonix Video Report: 24th January 2007

Rain and more rain

Rain has drenched even the higher pistes and made conditions hard and icy. There are large green patches showing through lower down and the recent World Cup event has had to be cancelled.However, Jonathan is hopeful for a change of pace as snow is forecast and already appears to be on its way. Keep on checking his reports for top tips on where to head when the snow arrives.

Chamonix Video Report: 25th February 2007

The Calm after the Storm

The end of the French school holidays sees reduced lift queues and emptier pistes. The Vallorcine area has been particularly quiet with some nice snow. Jonathan has his fingers crossed for more snow as lower areas are starting to look a bit patchy. Heavy cloud and snowy weather forecasts look promising.

Chamonix Video Report: 25th February 2011

Absinthe Films check out the Italian side of Mont Blanc

Just through the Mont Blanc tunnel, 20 mins drive from Chamonix lies Courmayeur; a resort free from queues but packed with mountain restaurants serving incredible Italian food and coarse coffees. But that's not all. There's powder and lot's of it. Flipside Episode 9: gives you a look at what went down on last years trip to Courmayeur with Fredi Kalbermatten, Dan Brisse, Jules Reymond and Sylvain Bourbousson - filming for NowHere.

Chamonix Video Report: 25th February 2011

James Stentiford coaches the UK DC team

Team manager James Stentiford schools the young DC team riders on the art of riding backcountry kickers in Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 25th January 2008

Kandahar Course Les Houches

Jonathan talks about the World Cup Downhill and Super Combined, which will be held in the Chamonix Valley this weekend. Course officials have declared the Verte des Houches to be in near perfect condition for racing and snow in the rest of the valley is great as well.

Chamonix Video Report: 25th July 2008

Sultry weather and tennis

This weeks report comes from the Chamonix tennis club as Sunday sees the start of the Chamonix tennis open.

Chamonix Video Report: 25th June 2009

The Bossons Glacier

Tom's Thursday report comes from the bottom of the Bossons glacier this week, in an idyllic spot not far from the Mont Blanc Tunnel.

Chamonix Video Report: 25th March 2009

Vallorcine and Col des Montets

Chamonix Video Report: 25th March 2010

New snow and Cuban hip hop

Although last weekend rain fell heavily in Chamonix since then we have had clear, blue skies.

Chamonix Video Report: 25th March 2011

Skiing in Les Houches and Le Brevent; good cross-country and piste skiing in Les Houches

This week I have skied in Les Houches and Le Brevent/ Flegere areas.The snow in Les Houches was in good condition considering how low the area is and the pistes were quiet.The Cross country skiing in Les Houches is still excellent and the area offers great views of the Chamonix valley and Mont Blanc.

Chamonix Video Report: 26th April 2007

Argentiere Glacier

Jonathan reports from the stunning location of the Argentiere glacier. There are still a few lifts open at the Grands Montets and Flegere and very few tourists left, so he\'s been enjoying having the mountains to himself!Increased sunshine has made a few places a bit slushy but the Aiguille du Midi and the Grands Montets still have some decent skiing to offer.Jonathan is looking forward to the end of season Freeride day coming up soon at the Grands Montets.

Chamonix Video Report: 26th February 2010

Mixed weather

It's been very mixed this week in Cham and the forecast is for more changeable weather into next week.Up high the snow is good and there is still plenty more to come.

Chamonix Video Report: 26th June 2008

Les Planards Leisure & Adventure Park

The weather is still hot and sunny and there is still loads going on in Cham. This weekend runners from all over the world will compete in the Marathon du Mont Blanc, a gruelling marathon through the woods and mountains of Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 27th April 2008

Last Day of the Season for Le Tour 2007/08

Jonathan is up at Le Tour, where it is the final day of the season; although up at the Grands Montets the lifts will still be running until the 11th of May. The conditions have been great, with some excellent spring snow to finish on.

Chamonix Video Report: 27th August 2009

Plan de l'Aiguille

This week, Tom's up at Plan de l'Aiguille, the midstation on the way up to the Aiguille du Midi. Tune in and get the latest on weather and trail conditions.Chamonix has a busy activity and events schedule planned for this summer, so stay tuned to Tom each Thursday and he'll keep you up to date with what's been going on.

Chamonix Video Report: 27th January 2011

Freeride and Downhill in Chamonix

The 2010 Summer Nissan Outdoor Games videos from Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 27th November 2008

Lifts opening in Chamonix!!

Chamonix Video Report: 28th August 2008

Mont Blanc Ultra Trail and Rock'n'Ride

August is almost over and the busiest period of the summer is coming to a close but the month is going out in style. This weekend is one of the biggest in the Chamonix summer calendar as the North Face Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc takes place over Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Chamonix Video Report: 28th February 2008

Courmayeur

Jonathan is in Courmayeur in Italy, unlimited use of which is now included in the Chamonix lift pass for the first time. He discusses the benefits and practicalities of this, as well as the general conditions.

Chamonix Video Report: 28th February 2013

Great tours in Flegere with powder still to be found

We have had great weather this week in Chamonix and the forecast is for more sunshine this weekend. Even though we haven't had any fresh snow lately we still found some powder on a recent tour in Flegere.

Chamonix Video Report: 28th January 2007

Powder Days!

Jonathan has been enjoying the recent run of powder days and gives a run-down of the best places to head for some great days out.Coming up are the Helly Hanson and Evolution 2 freeride competitions at Flegere - all are welcome either to compete or spectate!

Chamonix Video Report: 28th January 2010

The Nissan Freeride World Cup, Kandahar and World Juneior Ski Championships all this week

Snowfall and really bad visibility meant that I came back down into town to film this weeks snow report.

Chamonix Video Report: 28th January 2011

Skiing the Chardonnet

Video Guide: skiing the Chardonnet 3824 m from sébastien montaz-rosset on Vimeo.

Chamonix Video Report: 28th March 2007

Chambre Neuf

Jonathan reports from outside popular Chamonix après-bar Chambre Neuf. Snow conditions have been great and Jonathan has been ski touring and enjoying the excellent off-piste conditions. With more snow flurries forecast to top up the powder he is looking forward to a white Easter!

Chamonix Video Report: 28th March 2007

Jon gets back onto the hill with all the news from Cham.

Chamonix Video Report: 28th March 2013

Snow falls and fresh pow when the sun comes out

It has been a week of mixed weather here in Chamonix but when the clouds cleared and the sun came out the skiing was great. Hopefully we'll see more powder days in the sun over Easter.

Chamonix Video Report: 29th June 2009

**Bonus Report** Mont Blanc Marathon

This weekend runners from all over the world filled the streets and mountain trails of Chamonix for the Mont Blanc Marathon weekend. The main events of the two day festival were the Cross du Mont Blanc and the Marathon.

Chamonix Video Report: 29th March 2011

30cm at the top of Grand Montets, fresh snow falling higher up

Chamonix Video Report: 29th May 2008

Indoor climbing in Les Houches

Bad weather has driven James inside this week. Fear not though as it has taken him to one of France's largest indoor rock climbing centres in Les Houches.

Chamonix Video Report: 2nd April 2010

New snow but no sun....yet

We've had an amazing week of fresh spring snow here in Chamonix with more snow falling heavily today and even more forecast for Saturday.Happy Easter to everyone. Big thanks to Wade Dunstan for the phenomenal riding footage at Le Tour today.The next big event to take place in Chamonix will be the Winter Sessions Weekender on 16/17 and 19th April.

Chamonix Video Report: 2nd February 2011

Skiing down the cable in Chamonix, this guy has some pretty good balance

If you are a little worried about the snow conditions here in Chamonix why not take to the skies? Or the cable car lines?

Chamonix Video Report: 2nd February 2011

Still the same according to the Daily Dump, no change according to Laughlin and Co.

The boys from Daily Dump Snow Reports have a look at the forecast.

Chamonix Video Report: 2nd July 2009

Climbing La Joux

July is shaping up to be Climbing Month, with the World Climbing Championships just around the corner.

Chamonix Video Report: 2nd October 2008

It's gonna SNOW!!!!

I’m in a field on my own this week to show you just how quiet autumn is. If wide open spaces are your thing then Chamonix in the autumn is for you.

Chamonix Video Report: 30th April 2007

Grand Montets Freeride Day

Jonathan sees the season out at the annual Freeride day at the Grands Montets. Watch the action in the background for some quality jumps and some not-so-great landings!

Chamonix Video Report: 30th August 2009

***SPECIAL REPORT*** Ultra Trail 2009

Tom's been chasing Kilian Jornet and the Mont Blanc Ultra Trail race all weekend; here's his report from the trenches of the world's most difficult foot race.

Chamonix Video Report: 30th August 2010

Brits win 2010 Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc in Chamonix

After terrible weather, cancellation and heartbreak the 2010 UTMB was won by Brits Jez Bragg and Lizzie Hawker.

Chamonix Video Report: 30th July 2009

Chalet de la Floria

With the rising temperatures of the Chamonix valley floor, Tom's headed up to Chalet de la Floria for this week's report. Get the latest on the weather and trailside pick-your-own in his full report here.Chamonix has a busy activity and events schedule planned for this summer, so stay tuned to Tom each Thursday and he'll keep you up to date with what's been going on.

Chamonix Video Report: 30th July 2010

Excellent weather for golf, conveniently

I'm back for my second report of the summer and as the weather has turned quite Scottish with plenty of low cloud and rain I thought it'd be a good idea to explore one of Scotland's favourite past times; Golf.

Chamonix Video Report: 31st December 2009

New Years Eve 2009

On Christmas Eve Father Christmas arrived to fireworks in the Tourist Office square and the town is still buzzing with festive cheer.

Chamonix Video Report: 31st January 2011

DC Park opens in Les Houches; Cham's best park opens up for 2010/11

Most people who went to Les Houches this weekend did so to see the downhill skiers on Le Vert run but for freestyler's there was only one draw; the opening of the DC Park!

Chamonix Video Report: 31st July 2008

Gaillands Climbing Wall

This week’s report finds James down at the Gaillands climbing wall just outside the centre of town. The wall has 27 marked routes on the main face as well as numerous climbs in the woods behind. The routes are all bolted so they are perfect for those who want to lead and some are even suitable for top roping.

Chamonix Video Report: 31st March 2011

Mixed Weather in Chamonix; the best skiing is up at Les Grand Montets

We have had some very mixed weather this week in Chamonix with good skiing up at the Grand Montets earlier in the week where the pistes were firm and fast.It looks like we have more mixed weather ahead of us with clouds and rain forecast for a couple of days before the sun comes out this weekend.

Chamonix Video Report: 31st October 2008

Snow Snow Snow!!!!

This week’s report comes after a full day of snow fall!! There was a significant dump yesterday and the snow fell all the way down into town transforming Chamonix into a winter wonderland.

Chamonix Video Report: 3rd February 2011

Looking good for the downhill

We have had more of the same this week; clear skies and cold temperatures. Although the off piste is suffering due to a lack of snow there is still plenty of good skiing on piste.

Chamonix Video Report: 3rd June 2011

Tennis in Chamonix during the French open

We have had a real mix of weather recently with hot sunny weather through May and then rain and even some snow since the beginning of June.

Chamonix Video Report: 3rd November 2013

Aiguille du Midi Wingsuit Flight

Fianlly, six months after we saw a snippet of this infamous Aiguille du Midi wingsuit flight, here is the full video.

Chamonix Video Report: 3rd September 2009

The Mont Blanc Express

Choo choo! This Thursday, Tom's aboard the Chamonix Valley rail network, on the Mont Blanc Express.

Chamonix Video Report: 4th April 2008

Panoramique Lift

Jonathan is floating above the Vallée Blanche in the Panoramique lift, which has opened early this year. The conditions in the Valley are great after several small snow falls in the last week. There are now six meters of snow at the top of Grands Montets.

Chamonix Video Report: 4th February 2010

Epic conditions for the Chamonix leg of the Nissan Freeride World Tour

Epic conditions for the Chamonix leg of the Freeride World Tour which was won by local, Candide Toevex with a fluid, explosive, crowd-pleasing run.

Chamonix Video Report: 4th February 2011

1000 vertical metres, but none of it fresh; big, hard decents

The boys from the Daily Dump have a look at the front face of the Grand Montets.

Chamonix Video Report: 4th January 2007

In a Dump

Chamonix Video Report: 4th January 2007

Les Houches

Jonathan is reporting from Les Houches with snow falling in abundance! Lifts are opening up across the valley and after a poor start things are looking up!

Chamonix Video Report: 4th June 2009

Summer's here! Hello from Tom in Le Lavancher

Many of you will already be familiar with Tom Wilson North from our written snow and activity reports over the last 12 months. Well now you can meet him in person - well almost!

Chamonix Video Report: 4th March 2010

Lots on as the French holidays come to and end

Temperatures are dropping again, and with the freezing level back down to 500m this weekend we're expecting snow in town this week. The Winter X Games take place in Tignes next week and A-Skillz is playing at LeVert on Friday night so it should be an exciting seven days. Thanks to Rob Lamy for the footage of the Flegere powder.

Chamonix Video Report: 5th December 2008

Bye!

Chamonix Video Report: 5th February 2007

Le Tour

Jonathan is finding good conditions at Le Tour, with the odd icy patch to dodge. Some pistes have closed due to poor cover but a combination of light snow and cannon blasting has left most slopes in a respectable state. With more snow forecast things are looking up and Jonathan has an insider tip on how to beat the queues!

Chamonix Video Report: 5th February 2009

Les Houches

Trig is down in Les Houches enjoying the cover offered by the trees and the shelter from the Foehn wind.

Chamonix Video Report: 5th June 2008

Art, dance and wine. Who needs sunshine?

Although the skies have yet to clear and the clouds are still low James heads out on his bike through the woods around Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 5th September 2008

Umpa bands and MTB

Although the busiest month of the summer season is now behind us and town is quieting down there is still plenty going on in Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 6th April 2007

Chamonix Video Report: 6th August 2009

Cascade du Dard

Today's report sees Tom at the Cascade du Dard, the large waterfall just beneath the Mont Blanc Tunnel entrance.Chamonix has a busy activity and events schedule planned for this summer, so stay tuned to Tom each Thursday and he'll keep you up to date with what's been going on.

Chamonix Video Report: 6th January 2009

Tete de Balme chairlift Le Tour

Today Jon reports from the Tete de Balme chairlift at Le Tour. Conditions on-piste are still nice considering the lack of recent snow, off-piste is not faring so well but fingers are crossed for more snow soon.

Chamonix Video Report: 6th January 2016, Les Grands Montets

Changes to the top of the pistes from the top of Grands Montets

Changes have needed to be made to the access to the piste leading towards the Argentiere glacier from the top cable car at Grands Montets, thanks to two large crevasses in the normal route down.

Chamonix Video Report: 6th March 2009

Le Tour

Chamonix Video Report: 6th May 2008

Freeride Days at the Grands Montets

Chamonix Video Report: 6th May 2009

Final report, it's the Freeride days

It's the final report of the season, but what a season it has been and it's going out out with a bang!

Chamonix Video Report: 7th April 2007

Tete de Balme chairlift

Jonathan reports from Le Tour and is making the most of the varied terrain and sunny weather. Conditions on other ski areas is good in the mornings but softening up in the afternoons.

Chamonix Video Report: 7th August 2008

Chamonix Town Centre

This week's report comes from the centre of Chamonix town. Chamonix has a wide variety of shops which cater for almost all tastes and styles.

Chamonix Video Report: 7th December 2015

Kandahar DH Ski Race Teaser

The Kandahar downhill ski races are back on in February 2016 after a few years of absence.

Chamonix Video Report: 7th February 2011

Sunny in the DC Park, Les Houches

5th Feb 2011 from The Daily Dump Snow Report on Vimeo.

Chamonix Video Report: 7th January 2010

The first week of 2010 sees great snow conditions and clear skies

It’s been an amazing week skiing. Heavy snowfall on Sunday night and more on Monday meant that there was at least a foot of fresh powder in town and more up the hill. Tuesday dawned bright and blue and I had the best day’s skiing of my life. With more snow forecast tomorrow and Saturday, low temperatures, light winds and less people, conditions only look set to improve.

Chamonix Video Report: 7th January 2011

I've got talent - Ludovic Genes

Talented: Ludo, serial telemarker from sébastien montaz-rosset on Vimeo.

Chamonix Video Report: 7th January 2011

Snow up high in Chamonix; not much new snow

We have had a little new snow recently but only on the highest peaks. Hopefully we'll have more snow soon for the Kandahar Downhill in Les Houches and the Freeride World Tour. Additional footage courtesy of Freeride World tour

Chamonix Video Report: 7th March 2007

Lavancher Bowl

Jonathan reports from the Lavancher Bowl, a popular off-piste area of the Grands Montets. Recent snow dumps have let behind deep powder and, unfortunately, an increased avalanche risk. Jonathan throws out a few facts and figures on this season's snowfall.More snow is forecast and the valley is looking forward to a great week!

Chamonix Video Report: 7th September 2010

Final Report of the 2010 Summer from Chamonix

Although bad weather affected some of the events this summer on the whole it has been a good few months in Chamonix.

Chamonix Video Report: 8th April 2011

Les Houches has closed but there's good skiing elsewhere, closures lower down the valley

The snow is disappearing fast in Chamonix and as a result Les Houches has been forced to close early but there are still some good runs in Grand Montets and Brevent.

Chamonix Video Report: 8th April 2011

Polish DC team visits Les Houches Area 43 park

As Les Houches closes all but its last piste we wanted to post this video in memory of a great season at the DC Area 43 park in Les Houches.

Chamonix Video Report: 8th February 2008

L'Aiguille de Midi

Jonathan is at the start of the Aiguille de Midi lift, the highest cable car in Europe. He talks about the recent snowfall, but how in spite of this there are a lot of open crevasses on the Vallee Blanche. Conditions are excellent throughout the Valley, however.

Chamonix Video Report: 8th February 2011

Speed Riding in Grand Montets; flying with the Daily Dump boys

The boys fromThe Daily Dump Snow Reportshave been speed riding in Grand Montets.Although there's still no snow forecast if you can fly over the ground it's not such an issue.

Chamonix Video Report: 8th March 2011

Hear the drummer get wicked, fancy stick work in the mountains

Not exactly a snow report but when we saw this young fella giving it his all with Chamonix as the back-drop we couldn't resist posting this online!Vincent Girault is a french musician and a drummer for The Electronic Conspiracy and has even appeared with Sophie Ellis Bextor.

Chamonix Video Report: 8th March 2011

The Perfect Moment Team in Chamonix

The 'Freeride State of Mind' team skiing on the Grands Montets, Chamonix. Riders: Mike Lamy, Karsten Gefle and Michael Devor

Chamonix Video Report: 8th November 2013

Douds Charlet, Vivian Bruchez & Kilian Jornet are back in the latest Seb Montaz montage

Just another boring Chamonix ski film with the local crew Douds Charlet, Vivian Bruchez & Kilian Jornet

Chamonix Video Report: 9th April 2010

Blue skies return and there's still plenty of snow

Although the season is coming to a close this week we have enjoyed all that the mountains have to offer with great snow on and off piste, clear skies and a day down in the new park in Les Houches.

Chamonix Video Report: 9th April 2013

More snow. Really, it was dumping today!

Location: Chamonix

The weather in Chamonix has been all over the place, today alone we had sun, rain, snow, more rain and more sun. Hopefully it will settle for this weekend's party in Le Tour.

Chamonix Video Report: 9th February 2011

Warm, sunny weather in Chamonix, best skiing at the top of the valley

We haven't had any fresh new snow this week but the temperatures have risen and some of the south facing slopes have become quite soft. There is still plenty of good skiing in Le Tour and Le Grand Montets, which is where I went this week. Conditions over in Brevent and Flegere asre also still pretty good but the South facing runs in Flegere are definitely better in the morning before they get too soft.

Chamonix Video Report: 9th January 2008

Grands Montets Terrace

It's early season and the skiing conditions in the valley are great. Though not today up at Grands Montets, where it's pretty much a white out.

Chamonix Video Report: 9th July 2009

Chamonix Town

Catch up with Tom in Chamonix town centre; it's the 9th of July, town is packed and the sales are in full swing. A perfect excuse to escape into the mountains and get away from it all!Chamonix has a busy activity and events schedule planned for this summer, so stay tuned to Tom each Thursday and he'll keep you up to date with what's been going on.

Chamonix Video Report: August 5th 2011

Hiking to Lac Blanc and Lac Noir, popular hiking routes above Chamonix

As the weather cleared up this week I took advantage of the sunshine and went hiking to Lac Blanc, Lac Noir and Lac Cornu. You can reach all of these spots from the Flegere cable car and the walks are well worth the effort with stunning views all along the routes.

Chamonix Video Report: January 7th 2011

What's to come in the Freeride World Tour

The Freeride World Tour is a hugely entertaining ski and snowboard event which brings in the cream of today's free-riders to tackle some of the steepest lines in some great locations.Starting the tour in the mecca of freeriding; Chamonix Mont-Blanc on the 22nd of January - check out this teaser to get you in the mood for some freeride action.

Chamonix Video Report: May 5th 2011

Lac Vert downhill, downhill riding from the Chamonix Collective

The Chamonix Collective latest mountain bike adventure, this time taking the downhill track from the Lac Vert above Servoz.

Chamonix Video Report:r March 3rd 2011

Off piste and cross country are back in Chamonix; skiing in La Tour and Cham itself

We've had a mixture of weather since the end of last week but the skies are now clear and we have plenty of fresh snow on the pistes and in the off piste.I spent the week up in La tour and cross country skiing down in town.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 11th December 2015

More snow due next week in Chamonix

Conditions on the mountain have been good this week with lots of sunshine.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 11th January 2016

It's been a wet weekend but more snow is on the way

Delayed openings on some of the lifts and pistes are to be expected this week as more snow falls on the higher slopes.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 13th March 2015

A sunny week, with a teeny bit of snow on the forecast for next week

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 14th December 2015

More pistes opened up this weekend in Chamonix

More of the Chamonix Ski area opened this weekend, with good conditions on piste for those that were open. See live lift and piste status here. Off piste is still a no-go until we get more snow, and there could be a little bit more on the forecast at the end of this week.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 18th December 2015

Sunshine forecast & the bars of Chamonix host their opening parties

Get ready for a jam packed weekend of skiing, snowboarding and some serious partying!

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 18th January 2016

The sun is making a re-appearance

It's going to be a cold week here in Chamonix, and we've seen the return of the sun at last!

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 1st February 2016

A wet and windy weekend but more fresh snow

Although it was raining in heavily in town all day yesterday, there's been a lot more fresh snow at altitude in the valley.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 1st January 2016

More snow heading our way

The week ended with bright sunshine & a promise of lots more snow coming this way over the weekend.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 21st December 2015

Christmas week in Chamonix

With a few more lifts and pistes opening up this weekend there was a little more to ski, but we're still in need of a top up of snow. Conditions at the top of Flegere were probably the best we found this weekend. Rumours are that Les Houches may close in a few days due to lack of snow but we'll keep you posted on that news.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 22nd January 2016

A beautiful week in the valley

More snow at the start of the week followed by blue skies and sunshine has made for some great skiing and snowboarding.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 25th December 2015

Christmas week in Chamonix

Sun, sun and more sun on the forecast.. but lots of extra events are going on in the valley.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 25th January 2016

A warm & sunny week ahead for Chamonix

Conditions are great with blue skies and good snow on-piste. But warnings are still to be careful off-piste and on higher slopes. Hiring a mountain guide is advisable if you are considering exploring further afield.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 28th December 2015

There may be snow at the end of this week..

No new snow but he pisteurs are working really hard to keep conditions good for skiing. There may be a bit of snow coming at the end of this week - take a look at the forecasts.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 29th January 2016

A bright, warm week this week

It's been a warm sunny week here in Chamonix, with fresh snow returning this weekend over 2000m.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 4th December 2015

Grands Montets & Les Houches ski areas partially open again for the weekend

It's Friday & some of the lifts in Grands Montets & Les Houches are opening again this weekend. Grands Montets will then stay open continuously for the season.

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 4th January 2016

The return of the snow!

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 6th March 2015

Take a look at how conditions have been this week in the Chamonix Valley

Welcome to a new series of weekly round ups of conditions on & off piste in Chamonix. This week it's been a bit of a mixed bag..

Chamonix Video Snow Report: 7th December 2015

This weekend saw a little bit of fresh snow up at GM

Sunny conditions this weekend, with a little dusting of around 5cm on the pistes up at Grands Montets, which is now open for the rest of the season.

Chamonix Video: 10th February 2015

Cham'Lines Season 2 Episode 2 - Couloir du Chapeau

Aurelien Ducroz is back with another espisode of Cham'Lines, this time tackling the Couloir du Chapeau at Grands Montets.. take a look..

Chamonix Video: 10th March 2015

Cham'Lines S02 Ep04 | Couloir Sud des Becs Rouges

How steep? Really flippin steep.. sit back and watch how the Cham Lines guys do their thing!

Chamonix Video: 11th December 2014

World's first wing suit high five from the Brevent

These guys get sooooooooooo low to the ground it's scary.

Chamonix Video: 11th July 2014

Watch the Climbing World Cup Speed Finals LIVE!

Enjoy the mens & womens speed climbing finals live from Chamonix at 21:05

Chamonix Video: 11th June 2014

Ed gets out & explores some of the Chamonix MTB singletrack

Ed & Marion are leaving Chamonix soon for a biking adventure across Europe, but before they leave, Ed's sent us this nice little edit of him mountain biking in Chamonix.. score points by telling us where you think the trails are..

Chamonix Video: 11th March 2015

Girls Zone 2015

Take a look at some of the action from this years Chamonix Girls Zone

Chamonix Video: 11th September 2014

Wingsuit versus highline at Brevent..

This just made me jump out of my seat.. watch these wingsuit pilots and how close they get to the highliners.. oh and the cheeky parapenter right at the end.. These guys look like they were have so much fun!! :-)

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Chamonix Video: 12th December 2014

A teaser for this seasons Freeride World Tour

Coming to Chamonix on the 24th January 2015.. Sign up for event alerts through the FWT website.

Chamonix Video: 12th February 2015

Ski touring / ski mountaineering in the Col des Pèlerins Couloir

This week's video pick is from TV Mountain who have been up the Col des Pèlerins, Couloir Sud Ouest.. earning those turns!

Chamonix Video: 12th July 2014

Watch the Climbing World Cup Lead Finals LIVE!

Watch the Climbing World Cup Lead Finals for men & women live from Chamonix at 21:45.

Chamonix Video: 12th July 2014

Watch the Climbing World Cup Lead Semi-Finals LIVE!

Soak up all the action of the Lead Climbing World Cup semi-finals live from Chamonix at 09:45!

Chamonix Video: 13th May 2014

What's new at the Aiguille du Midi

Since you last visited Chamonix there have been a few changes to the displays and what's going on way up above us at the Aiguille du Midi. The 'Espace Vertical' exhibition, the 'Espace Mont Blanc' where you can get a better view of climbers in action, some redevelopment to the interior spaces and not forgetting the Step into the Void... Take a look..

Chamonix Video: 13th October 2014

Arnaud Longobardi has got some serious skills in the air..

Have you ever seen a parapenter reach out and touch the Brevent cable car then dipping his feet in the lake at Chamonix sport centre? No neither had we until we came across Arnaud Longobardi's "Swoopy Summer".. take a look...

Chamonix Video: 14th August 2014

The Road to the UTMB by The North Face

The North Face Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB for short) is renowned for being one of the toughest, longest and biggest tests of endurance running around. It circumnavigates the Mont Blanc massive, which is a whopping 166 kilometres long. The North Face have just released this series of videos that highlighting the journey of some of this years athletes.. See the course here.

Chamonix Video: 14th May 2014

What's New at the Montenvers Mer de Glace

Here's another look at what's new at one of Chamonix's best loved tourist attractions, the Montenvers Mer de Glace. Did you know there is a new Glaciorium exhibit, The Temple of Nature exhibit about the culture and history of Montenvers and of course nothing's new about the view but it's so special it's always worth a visit...

Chamonix Video: 14th November 2014

Check out the work that's taking place up at the Aiguille du Midi

There's a lot of work going on up at the Aiguille du Midi at the moment; building the 'Pipe' or 'Tube' that circumnavigates the top of the station, and two new lifts being installed in the very top of the attraction. Take a look..

Chamonix Video: 15th January 2015

The return of Cham Lines with Aurélien Ducroz

Aurélien Ducroz is back with a new episode of Cham Lines, and this time he's in the Couloir Sud du Chardonnet with Douds Charlet, Seb Michaid and Stéphane Dan. Enjoy!

Chamonix Video: 16th April 2014

The 8th and final episode from the Glacier Rond

*Sob.. it's the 8th and final episode of Cham'Lines from Aurélien Ducroz, who broke his leg in late winter.. This episode sees him, Leo Slemett & Henry Christophe heading towards the Glacier Rond.. Enjoy!

Chamonix Video: 16th January 2015

Just and average day on the mountain for Candide Thovex then.. WOW! You're going to be blow away by this...

Chamonix Video: 16th June 2014

This is Wingsuit, Chamonix - Brevent 2525m

Next up in the 'This is Wingsuit' series from Seven Twenty Productions is this wild wingsuit jump from the Brevent.

Chamonix Video: 16th May 2014

Seb Montaz-Rosset is back with a new series commissioned by Nivea!

Episode 1 in a mini series commissioned by Nivea for Men called 'Worst time for an Itch', sees Seb Montaz-Rosset filming twin brothers climbing the arete des Cosmiques.. Check back tomorrow for episode 2.

Chamonix Video: 16th September 2014

Downhill Mountain Biking at Le Tour

You've only got until 21st September to ride these trails at Le Tour with lift access. We had to share this video purely because the music made us giggle.. think you can make a better MTB video? Send them to us using the message box below :-)

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Chamonix Video: 17th December 2014

Find A Way Episode 4 - The Chamonix Experience by Bjarne Salen

Another amazing film from local film maker Bjarne Salen. Sit back & enjoy..

Chamonix Video: 17th March 2014

Readers rides from We Love Mountains

This is We Love Mountains winter 2014 snowboarding video from Chamonix, it was shot mainly on a Go Pro from January through to March, where they had some epic powder days through this period.

Chamonix Video: 17th May 2014

Episode 2 of Seb Montaz-Rosset's 'Worst time for an itch'

This time Seb films highline walker Tancrède Melet in the Vallee Blanche, doing a crevasse highline. 'It's all in the balance' is the title of the film and you'll see why.. crazy! Come back tomorrow for Episode 3.

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Chamonix Video: 17th September 2014

Meet one of the main men behind Black Crows Skis - Bruno Compagnet

Black Crows skis was started by French duo Bruno Compagnet and Camille Jaccoux. Here you get to meet Bruno, and have a little peek into what his life is like, how he started out, and how at 46 he's still ripping it up in the mountains, with face-shots a-plenty! enjoy... :-)

Chamonix Video: 18th April 2014

Bob and his buddies have had a great time in Chamonix this winter

Bob's been having a great season in Chamonix this winter. Take a look a this great little edit of him & his buddies exploring the Chamonix ski area. If you got any videos you want to share with us send them in via the usual social media channels.

Chamonix Video: 18th June 2014

A review of the third Arc'Teryx Academy last weekend

Numbers of participants at this years Arc'teryx Arc'Academy were in the 300's this year, with all kinds of Alpine and climbing clinics being taught by some of the world best climbers and local guides. Take a look at some of the courses that took place & keep an eye on the Arc'teryx website to sign up for next year..

Chamonix Video: 18th May 2014

Episode 3 of Seb Montaz-Rosset's 'Worst time for an itch'

Episode 3 'Kingdom of the Vertical' sees steep skier Vivian Bruchet tackling some ridiculously gnarly routes and 'dry skiing' on the North face of the Auiguille du Midi.. bonkers

Chamonix Video: 19th February 2014

Cham Lines with Ducroz, & Fanfan: Couloir Vallençant

The Cham Lines videos from Aurelien Ducroz continue with this fourth episode, where Ducroz teams up with Fanfan to take on the Couloir Vallençant, which is a on the otherside of the col du Passon - accessed from the top Grands Montets lift.

Chamonix Video: 19th November 2014

Trailer for the film "Piege-Blanc" which airs tonight on France 2

The film Piege-Blanc (White Trap) airs tonight at 20:50 on France 2. It was shot last winter in Chamonix and features a wedding at the top of the Brevent cable car, which quickly turns into a disaster as an earthquake hits.. watch the lift station disintegrate in the trailer..

Chamonix Video: 19th November 2015

Cham'Lines is back with season 2 & a trip up Mont Blanc

If you've not been following this series already, add it to your favourites. This time Aurélien Ducroz is back with Adrien Corier, Jeremy Provost, Babs Charlet, Steph Viallet and Giulia Monego as they tackle Mont Blanc.

Chamonix Video: 1st July 2014

Wingsuit flight from the Grandes Jorasses in Chamonix

If you look up the Mer de Glace from Montenvers station, you'll see the Grandes Jorasses towering over the glaciers at the far end (see the view from our webcam). On 26th June Pierre Fivel & François Gouy climbed up and launched off for a wingsuit flight down over the Mer de Glace..

Chamonix Video: 20th February 2015

Another inspiring line from local rider Aurelien Ducroz

Cham Lines drops another beauty with this video from the couloir nord des Cornes de Loriaz.

Chamonix Video: 21st Ocotber 2014

Time for a little Apero??

Grab yourself a cocktail, or a large glass of wine and sit back, relax and be entertained...

Chamonix Video: 22nd January 2014

Cham Lines with Ducroz, Slemet & Bidault: Couloir des Poubelles

New from Chamonix is the Cham Lines videos from Aurelien Ducroz, in this first episode Ducroz teams up with Léo Slemet and Medhi Bidault to take on the Couloir des Poubelles, which is the fenced-off couloir off the top of the Bochard gondola on the Grands Montets.

Chamonix Video: 22nd January 2015

A short film produced by Julbo following Glen Plake around Chamonix

We spotted this in Backcountry magazine, and it's definitely worth a watch..

Chamonix Video: 22nd October 2014

Chamonix - extreme sports Capital of the World!

Climbing, skiing, running, wingsuiting....

Chamonix Video: 22nd September 2014

4 tonnes of rubbish taken off the Mer de Glace in this years clean up

Every year a team heads onto the Mer de Glace to clean up the detritus that the glacier has emitted, and that people have left behind. This years clean up recovered 4 tonnes of debris, and was undertaken with help from the Club Alpin Francais, the mayor of Chamonix, the UCPA, Mountain Rdiers Association and Lafuma, who ran a competition so that 5 members of the public could take part in the operation. (Video in French only).

Chamonix Video: 23rd December 2014

Christmas wishes from the Club des Sports de Chamonix!

What better way to say Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year for 2015 than to remind us of the shear beauty of the Chamonix Valley!

Chamonix Video: 24th June 2014

Mountaineering, trail running and climbing in Chamonix

Not only are we partial to listening to a bit of Moby on a warm summers day, but this little edit from Oriol Mestre seems to sum up what a lot of people come to Chamonix for.. If you've got a video you want to share with us, get in touch!

Chamonix Video: 24th March 2014

Down the Vallée Blanche on mountain bikes

This may not be a first, but the descent of the Vallee Blanche on mountain bikes is so rare it's epic!

Chamonix Video: 24th October 2014

Speed rider high-fives cable car passengers!

Crazy tricks off the Brevent hill with this speed rider...

Chamonix Video: 25th August 2014

The start of this years PTL Race in Chamonix

The Petit Trot de Lyon is not a 'little trot' at all, it's a whopping 300km and crosses the 3 countries surrounding the Mont Blanc massif. Runners set off in pretty good conditions yesterday but have since been diverted slightly die to high winds and lots of rain.. see them setting off from the centre of Chamonix last night. The first to finish are expected back on Saturday morning at around 07:00!

Chamonix Video: 25th March 2014

Cham Lines with Ducroz & Slemet: Couloir du Signal

The latest Cham Lines video from Aurelien Ducroz, in episode 6 Aurelien teams up with his Chamonix pal freerider Leo Slemett to take on the Couloir du Signal, which features 1200 metres of descent through the trees...

Chamonix Video: 26th March 2014

Unfiltered Skiing‬ with Andreas Fransson, Jacob Wester, Tof Henry & Glen Plake

Chamonix based freeskier Andreas Fransson hooked up with fellow Swedish freeskier Jacob Wester to ski some fun lines in and around Chamonix. Here's what they got up to...

Chamonix Video: 26th September 2014

Solo Ascent of Aiguille de la République & First Wingsuit Jump

Location: Chamonix

As if it's not hard enough to wingsuit off a small ledge over 3000 metres above the ground, why not do it after a solo climb!? Another beautiful video from the Flying Frenchies showing this first wingsuit from the Aiguille de la Republique...

Chamonix Video: 27th August 2014

Lift Watch Part 7.. pylon removal by helicopter

#LiftWatch part 7 is brought to you by Seven Twenty Productions who have mostly been watching pylons being removed by helicopter and engineers getting dangerously close to all the action..

Chamonix Video: 27th January 2014

Chamonix Freeride World Tour 2014

The 2014 Freeride World Tour arrived in Chamonix last week and after some fresh snow and a break in the clouds the action hit the Aguille Pourrie face up on Flegere on Saturday. If you missed the action here is a round-up of the best bits.

Chamonix Video: 29th January 2014

Dakine Junior Freeride Tour

This is the future, the Dakine Junior Freeride Tour, follows in the footsteps of the Freeride Wold Tour and so do the riders..

Chamonix Video: 29th May 2014

See Chamonix from a totally different perspective..

The guys & girls at Epic TV love their gadgets.. and flying around Chamonix with a gyro-copter looks like a whole heap of fun! Take a look at Chamonix from a whole different perspective..

Chamonix Video: 29th October 2014

Speed riding over the Glacier des Bossons

Ever wondered what the Glacier des Bossons looks like up close & personal? Take a look at this.. Rider: Romain Montimart

Chamonix Video: 2nd July 2014

Best Bits of this year's Mont Blanc Marathon

If you haven't seen this yet it highlights some of the best bits of the Mont Blanc marathon which takes place in Chamonix every summer. Trail running in Chamonix is notorioulsy wild, albeit surrounded by the stunning scenery of the Mont Blanc Massif. Take a look at the results here, and enjoy the video :-)

Chamonix Video: 30th December 2013

Chamonix Freeride World Tour Teaser

Just a little video teaser from the Freeride World Tour to get you in the mood for the upcoming Chamonix stage on the 25th of January.

Chamonix Video: 30th September 2014

See the start of the Petit Trail des Aiguilles Rouges from this weekend

Last weekend saw the annual TAR (Trail des Aiguilles Rouges) and the Petit TAR set off. Take a look at this video from TopView Shoot of the juniors setting off on the Petit TAR in Servoz..

Chamonix Video: 31st December 2014

A sneaky peak at the new FATMAP in action

Take a look at how FATMAP is coming along.. to be released very soon! Read more about it in our recent news article.

Chamonix Video: 31st March 2014

Chamonix in motion, hyperlapses and timelapses

This stunning timelapse video from Julien Fontanel captures Chamonix in a number of different lights and angles, words don't do this edit justice so just sit back, hit full-screen and enjoy...

Chamonix Video: 3rd April 2014

Readers rides from We Love Mountains, part two...

This is part two of We Love Mountains winter 2014 snowboarding video from Chamonix, it was shot mainly on a Go Pro from January through to March, where they had some epic powder days through this period.

Chamonix Video: 3rd June 2014

Parapenting in Chamonix with an accidental landing..

Thank goodness this guy was wearing his body armour, I just feel sorry for the pedestrians who had to duck out of the way at the end!!

Chamonix Video: 4th February 2015

Take a look at our favourite Chamonix video for this week..

If you want to share your videos or photos with us of your time in Chamonix get social - here's how!

Chamonix Video: 4th September 2014, Chamonix - Main Town

This week's #TBT or Throw Back Thursday comes from the early 70's when Chamonix used to host the "Ronde Hivernale Automobile", in what is now the Grepon car park. It's basically a classic car race on snow & ice, so there's lots of side ways car action, interesting 70's hair do's and clothing. The race still goes on to this day although not in Chamonix, and next years it's being held in Serre Chevalier.

Chamonix Video: 5th August 2014

Celebrating almost 90 years of the Compagnie des Guides in Chamonix

This is the first web episode of director Gilles Chappaz's much anticipated film about the Compagnie des Guides of Chamonix. The clip shows some spectacular scenery and is being shown as a preview to public screenings of the film at Cinema Vox on 11th August in Chamonix and on 13th August in Les Houches. Both screenings will start from 21:00.

Chamonix Video: 5th February 2014

Cham Lines with Ducroz, Slemet & Henry: Couloir de L'ENSA

New from Chamonix is the Cham Lines videos from Aurelien Ducroz, in this third episode Ducroz teams up with Léo Slemet and Christophe Henry to take on the Couloir de L'ENSA, which is a steep, 40+ degree, line off the top of the Brevent.

Chamonix Video: 5th November 2015, Chamonix - Le Brevent

A world first - wingsuit pilot versus Eagle

Swiss Wingsuit champion Géraldine Fasnacht made a world first jump off Brevent yesterday, accompanied by an eagle.

Chamonix Video: 6th June 2014

This is Wingsuit, Chamonix - Aiguille du Midi 3842m

Taking the quick way down from the Aiguille du Midi.. ! This is the first in a series from Seven Twenty Productions this summer, keep tuned in for more...

Chamonix Video: 6th March 2014

Cham Lines with Ducroz & Douds: Couloir au Glacier d'Argentière

The Cham Lines videos from Aurelien Ducroz continue with this fifth episode, where Ducroz teams up with Douds to take on the Couloir au Glacier d'Argentière, which Ducroz claims is a very rarely skied line on Glacier d'Argentière.

Chamonix Video: 7th February 2015

Paragliding or Parapenting with Fly Chamonix

Jemima takes to the skies in her first ever paragliding experience in the very capable hands of Sean from Fly Chamonix. Read up on her full experience on our Activity reports page.

Chamonix Video: 7th January 2014

Roch Malnuit steps into the void above Chamonix

With the recent opening of the long-awaited Chamonix Step Into the Void Skywalk, local extreme wingsuiter wanted to step into the void in his own way. With a new wingsuit, watch Roch rappel into position before launching into the void above Chamonix...

Chamonix Video: 7th June 2014

The new look Mer de Glace Ice Cave

Location: Chamonix

After 4 months of work, the Mer de Glace Ice cave has been re-born! It's open now until 28th September if you want to go and take a look.. don't forget there's a lot of steps to get you down there and back up again..

Chamonix Video: 7th May 2014

How hard is it to photograph wingsuiters? Very hard..

Not only is this photographer trying to capture wingsuit flyers speeding past him at 200kmph, but the gully he's in get avalanched too.. so yeah it's really hard to try & get the shots he wants! Take a look..

Chamonix Video: 7th October 2014

Take a look at a good all round view of what Chamonix has to offer

This is probably the best video we've seen so far this year showcasing everything Chamonix has to offer.. enjoy!

Chamonix Video: 8th January 2014

Cham Lines with Ducroz, Doud's & Vivian: Couloir les Détélards

New from Chamonix is the Cham Lines videos from Aurelien Ducroz, in this first episode Ducroz teams up with Doud's Charlet and Vivian Bruchez to take on the Couloir les Détélards on the south face of the Col du Passon in Argentiere.

Chamonix Video: 8th January 2015

Throw back Thursday at the Aiguille du Midi

Take a look at some historical footage of the Aiguille du Midi from Compagnie du Mont Blanc. It's 12 minutes long but well worth a look back in time at some of the construction work, the old cable car cabins and fashions of the day!

Chamonix Video: 8th May 2014

The Pleasure Dome Episode 3 with Seth Morrison & Tof Henry

Winter might be officially over for most of us, but these guys are still finding some great steep skiing runs around the Aiguille du Midi.. check it out

Climbing the Migot Spur in June 2014

A trip up the Migot Spur with our two High Mountain Reporters

They'll be back for more exploits this year so make sure you stay tuned to hear about the fun times, the high & lows and the conditions in the high mountains.

Cold conditions keep the pistes in shape this weekend

Flegere & Grands Montets now open daily

There's a good base of around 100cm of snow up at Grands Montets and around 30cm at Flegere, plenty to keep some of both ski areas open every day from now on.

Cold mornings making way for mild afternoons in Chamonix

Good snow depths thanks to last week's snowfall

The sun might be making a bit of a return over the next few days as the snow clouds start to move on.

Construction Continues at The Aiguille du Midi

Work to construct the 'Tube' at the top of the Aiguille du Midi

Working at altitude is tough, and flying in huge pieces of steel to the top of the Aiguille du Midi looks especially tricky!

Cosmo Jazz and Mountain biking

The weather in Chamonix, Mont Blanc looks like it's going to clear so hopefully walkers and bikers will be able to get out and enjoy the Mountain bike trails and hiking routes in the area soon.

Cosmo Jazz Festival starts next week

Summer has been put on hold here in Chamonix and unwelcome Autumnal weather has made a return but there is still plenty to do in the valley.

Could we see fresh snow this Saturday in Chamonix?

Snow in Italy today & possibly snow due in Chamonix at the weekend

It's not a heck of a lot of snow but the Courmayeur forecasts are saying there has been around 4cm of fresh snow this morning, with a dusting of snow predicted on Saturday's Chamonix forecast..

Dan Milner Trail Ninja Shooting in Cham

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Dan Milner Trail Ninja Shooting in Cham

Some great footage shot at Grand Montets this summer

Dan Milner, photographer and resident Chamonix Valley Trail Ninja talks to MPORA about photography & how he gets those special shots.

Daredevil Stunts at Brevent Cable Car

Speed flyer lands in moving cable car at Brevent

If you thought what you did was extreme then think again...this guy wins all the awards!

Donukin' Donuts film Chamonix wingsuit advert

An interesting way to sell donuts..

What do you do when you want to promote the fastest pick up of Dunkin donuts?

Expect snow to the valley floor on Sunday!

Around 14cm of snow is expected at 2000 metres

Good news with more snow on the way this weekend - around 14cm at 2000m on Saturday and snow to the valley floor on Sunday.

Family fun at Flegere

Enjoying the pistes & children's fun zone

Kirsteen's been enjoying the family entertainment up at Flegere this Christmas weekend.

Freeride World Tour 2017 teaser

Only 6 weeks to go until this year's competition

Location: Chamonix

The countdown is on for this year's Freeride World Tour, which brings the best and most talented freeride skiers and snowboarders to Chamonix each year.

Freeride World Tour Awards & After Party 2016

The results are in and the party got started..

The Chamonix leg of the Freeride World Tour is over for another year and it was packed with thrills and spills throughout.

French Downhill Pro's Riding The Les Houches Trails

Les Houches down hill mountain bike trail at high speed

Take a look at how it should be done..! The Downhill MTB Trail 'Alpage Respect' in Les Houches, ridden by Romain Paulhan & Benji Verrier.

Fresh snow at the weekend & more sun in the week ahead

Sunshine & spring conditions until next weekend

We had a maximum of around 30cm at the top of Grands Montets this weekend, but with all the sunshine conditions are still very spring like.

Fresh snow at the weekend has improved conditions on piste

A sunny start to the week with a little more snow on Wednesday

It's been a warm weekend, but thankfully some fresh snow has arrived to top up the higher pistes.

Fresh snow on the forecast for Chamonix

Snow clouds return to Chamonix this weekend

There has been some snow at altitude this week up at Grands Montets, with around 20cm arriving in the last few days. The warmer weather and foehn winds have seen off a fair amount of it already though.

Fresh snow over the weekend in Chamonix

A little more snow over the weekend

We've had a little more fresh snow in the last few days, but nothing to constitute a major dump, however some snow is better than no snow at all!

Glacial Lines - Wingsuit Jump, Aiguille du Midi

Winguist over the Glacier des Bossons

Flying through the Bossons Glacier in Chamonix, France. For more Awesome Base Jumping, Wingsuiting & Speedflying Videos CLICK here

Glen Plake Back in the Mountains after Mt Manaslu Avalanche

Legendary Freeskier and wife Kimberly on the Arete des Cosmiques

One week on after surviving the devastating avalanche on Mt Manaslu in Nepal that killed his two friends, Glen Plake was back in Chamonix and back in the mountains with his wife Kimberly. This great video of the couple climbing the Arete des Cosmiques was filmed by filmmaker, freeskier, and climber Nate Wallace.

Good conditions at Grands Montets & Planards this week

More of the ski area opening up this weekend

Could we be getting some fresh snow next week? Take a look at the forecasts for more information.

Good skiing at Grands Montets with more snow on the forecast

A good dump of snow expected next Tuesday

Conditions up at Grands Montets are better than some of the other parts of the ski area thanks to its higher elevation and north facing aspect which holds the snow better.

Grand Envers Valley Blanche 11th January 2017

Drone footage of one of the tricker descents on the Vallee Blanche

Grand Envers today with Jesper Petersson and Jole Evans for my first day of the season. Powder and sunshine, can't complain.

Heavy snow predicted Thursday & Friday this week

Exploring the ski du fond trails before the snow comes

Good news, there's lots of snow on the forecast this week in Chamonix so make the most of the extra-curricular activities before it arrives.

High Mountain Video Report : 18th January 2013

Take Care in the Powder

For a weekly round up of the climbing and off piste skiing conditions in and around Chamonix, check out these great High Mountain Video Reports in association with Seven Twenty Productions and local expedition company Mountain World Limited.

High Mountain Video Report : 1st February 2013

Highs and Lows

For a weekly round up of the off piste skiing and climbing conditions in and around Chamonix, check out these great High Mountain Video Reports in association with Seven Twenty Productions and local expedition company Mountain World Limited.

High Mountain Video Report : 25th January 2013

Unsettled Conditions in Chamonix

High Mountain Video Report: 12th April 2013

Time to start rock climbing?

For a regular round up of the off piste skiing and climbing conditions in and around Chamonix, check out these great High Mountain Video Reports in association with Seven Twenty Productions and local expedition company Mountain World Limited.

High Mountain Video Report: 18th April 2013

Coffee Time in the Valley

High Mountain Video Report: 18th February 2013

Adapting to the Unpredictable

High Mountain Video Report: 6th March 2013

Spring in the Valley

High Speed Action From Morzine

Check out this high octane speed riding compilation filmed in Morzine & Chamonix, sent to us by Jan Thinoks.. if you're not impressed by this there's something wring with you! :-p

How to put on snow chains & Driving in the Alps

Some useful tips if you're bringing your own car here in winter

Ice Call - Sam Favret skis the Mer de Glace

A totally new perspective on the infamous glacier

Location: Chamonix

Freeride skier Sam Favret has been getting creative on the Mer de Glace in Chamonix..

Incredible 180km/ph Wingsuit Flight from Brevent

Fantastic footage of wingsuit flyers in Chamonix

Daredevil wingsuit flyer Graham Dickinson and his fearless companion The Great Dario reached speeds of up to 180 km per hour during this crazy flight from Brevent in Chamonix.

Kilian Jornet, Ueli Steck, Candide Thovex climb Mont Blanc for Google Street View

Explore Mont Blanc with Kilian Jornet, Ueli Steck, Candide Thovex & Google Maps

Candide Thovex, Kilian Jornet & Ueli Steck join up with Google for another project, this time mapping Mont Blanc in 360 degrees..

La Via des Evettes via ferrata

La Via des Evettes via ferrata

Via ferrata and Via Corda routes at Flégère

This via ferrata route is split into two sections which you reach on foot in around 20 minutes from the top of the Flégère cable car.

Last day of the Chamonix winter season 2016

Plenty of snow and lots of fun up at Grands Montets

A great last day to an amazing winter season here in Chamonix.

Last video report of the summer, Chamonix : September 9th 2011

Goodbye from Marie for this summer

The lifts are starting to close down in Chamonix and Marie has all the closing times. As the summer is coming to an end this will be the last video report of the summer 2011 so we thought we'd have a look back at some of our favourite moments from the last three months.

London Freeze 2011 Video Report : 5th November 2011

A chat with James 'Woodsy' Woods - Britain's top freeskier

At the 2011 London Freeze at Battersea Power Station we spoke to Britain's top freeskier James Woods about the event, X-Games and the 2014 Olympics in Sochi Russia.

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Looking back at the 2011 Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc

The results of this years race

The 2011 North Face Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc produced a few more surprises than in previous years.

Lots more of the Chamonix ski area opened this week

Looking great in Les Houches this morning

It's been super chilly here in Chamonix this week but thankfully lots more of the ski area has opened up.

Lots of snow heading to Chamonix in the few days

Brace yourselves for the biggest dump of the season

The forecasts are looking good for around 1 metre of snow hitting Chamonix over the next few days.

Lots of things to do in Chamonix this weekend

Activities for the whole family over the last weekend of 2016

Kirsteen reports from Lac des Gaillands where the Accro Park has been opened and people are taking advantage of the sunny weather to go rock climbing.

Low visibility & high winds, a snow storm is brewing

Lots more snow this week

Conditions have been mixed again this week, with lots of fresh snow and high winds & we're bracing ourselves for more of the same this weekend.

Making the most of a fresh dump of snow this week

The season's not over yet as we've had fresh snow this week

Conditions have been very varied again this week, but we've had some fresh snow which has put the smiles back on everyone's faces.

Meet Marion Poitevin: Alpinist, Skier and Mountain Fanatic

Meet the only women EVER to have been in the elite alpine section of the French Army

A to B - Journeys: The WoMoCo (Women's Mountain Collective) catch up with alpinist Marion Poitevin.

Mixed weather continues this weekend in Chamonix

A little more snow due over 3000m on Sunday

The mixed forecast is set to continue this weekend, with clouds bringing a little more fresh snow over 3000 metres by Sunday / Monday.

More Rock Fall in the Dangerous Couloir du Gouter

Recent rock fall in the Couloir du Gouter

If you're in any doubt as to why the authorities have closed the Gouter Route and the Refuge, take a look at this video that was published today, showing the friable nature of the rock and numerous rock falls..

More snow due for Easter weekend in Chamonix

Find the latest snow conditions & events in Chamonix

Joel, one of our high mountain reporters has been exploring the Aiguille d'Argentiere this week and practising his French.. ahem.

More snow on the forecast this week

20 cm heading our way just before the weekend

It's been a mild and sunny week so far, but a cold front is heading our way towards the weekend.

More snow on the forecasts this week in Chamonix

Lower slopes are losing condition but up high snow cover is still good

Spring conditions and warm weather means that some areas like Les Houches are starting to feel the heat, with lower slopes losing a lot of snow.

Mountain Biking on the Trails

Follow the trails around Chamonix with a bunch of guys giving a helmet-cam perspective on some of the routes to be found.

Over 60cms of fresh snow up high, queues grow at Grands Montets

Lots of fresh snow last week & lots more on this weeks forecast

There was some great weather at the end of last week and the good news is there's more snow on the forecast this week.

Path To The Podium - Chamonix-Mont-Blanc - Swatch Freeride World Tour 2016

Freeride World Tour compeition progress so far

Learn everything you need to know about all the riders on their journey to be crowned world champion in Verbier!

Readers Rides : 3rd June 2013

A first look at part of the new mountain bike trail in Les Houches

Andy from Bluebird Chalets made this little edit of part of the new Mountain bike trail under construction in Les Houches. It starts from near where the Kandahar chair lift crosses over the green run coming down from the Prarion gondola.

Regner brothers - The interview

Swedish Freeriders Carl & Olle Regnér open up about their season

Olle & Carl Regnér, the Swedish freeride skiing brothers, have used Chamonix as a base this season as they compete in various competitions across the Alps.

Sebastian Alvarez

A super fast flight down the river channels near the Mont Blanc tunnel

In 2015 our friend Trent Conroy discovered this beautifull line and invited Sebastian to fly it.

Waking Dream - Official Trailer

Chamonix steeps with Sam Favret & Julien Herry

Set to premiere at the High Five festival in Annecy this coming Sunday, "Waking Dream" looks like it going to be edge of the seat stuff.

What to Expect From The Freeride World Tour in 2015

Freeride World Tour 2015...bring it on!

With all this snow in Chamonix we are starting to think more and more about the winter and al the excitement it brings.

Xavier De Le Rue in Chamonix's Angelique Couloir

Xavier De Le Rue in Chamonix's Angelique Couloir

Steep skiing in the Argentiere basin

Xavier De Le Rue was in Chamonix recently having a bit of an epic day out n the 50° Angelique Couloir with Sam Smoothy, two guide friends and, of course, Beanie.