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Event Previews & Reviews from Chamonix

Read reviews of the best Chamonix events

Telemark World Cup

The 2013 Telemark World Cup featured over 100 telemark skiers from 14 different countries, the cup consisted of a 'Classic Sprint' on the Planards piste followed by a 'Classic Slalom' over in Les Houches.

the commentator at the Chamonix FWQ freeride competition

Chamonix Event Review: 4th February 2014

Saturday 1st February saw 93 competitors (1 more than we'd expected) compete in the Temmos / Evolution 2 Freeride Qualifier in the Clocher Clochtons area of Brevent.

A singer playing the guitar at an apres ski bar in Chamonix

What's On in Chamonix February 2017

February might be the shortest month, but it manages to pack a lot into those 28 days! Here’s what’s happening in Chamonix over the next four weeks.

Sascha Hamm Commentates his 2nd Place Run on the FWT15

Flying between London and Chamonix this freeride athlete is a popular character and a well known face around town.

The word cosmo that is on a rock

What's on in Chamonix in July & August

Summer has been steaming hot making it less appealing to be too active….. for me anyway. Fortunately there are many other excuses to head up the mountain.

marathon du mont blanc 2016

Mont Blanc Marathon weekend 2016

This weekend saw thousands of trail runners take part in the Marathon du Mont Blanc - a series of different length races around the Chamonix valley.

Monkey's Brunch Phonics 2019 review

Monkey's Brunch Phonics 2019 review

Location
Chamonix

It was a very snowy Sunday morning and, after a long Saturday on the slopes, we were in dire need of some substantial nourishment to replenish our energy and prepare us for an afternoon of riding powder. So we decided to head to Monkey Bar & Restaurant and try out their new Brunch Phonics concept.

James Woods Road to Sochi with Freestyle Team GB

Meet one of Britian's best Freestyle medal chances at the Sochi Olympics; James Woods.

La Folie Douce opens its doors in Chamonix

La Folie Douce opens its doors in Chamonix

Location
Chamonix

On December 21st La Folie Douce officially opened its doors to winter, becoming Chamonix's first ever legitimate ski-in apres venue.

Freeride World Tour Video, Chamonix 2010

Location
Chamonix

James Stentiford is the first Brit ever to be invited on the Freeride World Tour, which starts on Saturday in Chamonix.

Chamonix Event Review: 17th June 2014

Chamonix Event Review: 17th June 2014

At the weekend, the 66th Critérium du Dauphiné arrived near enough to Chamonix to make a day of it, so we cycled about 30km over to Finhaut-Emosson to see the riders come in.

Taco Tuesdays at Monkey 2019 review

Taco Tuesday at Monkey 2019 review

Location
Chamonix

"Why haven't we come here every Tuesday of the season?" my partner said when we finished our taco feast. "Fair point", I thought – not only was the food delicious but, with the three for two deal, they were also a bargain.

2 girls in red hats & capes, Traditional Aosta costume

The Piolets d'Or 2015

Location
Chamonix

Climbing has always been a sport that has venerated its pioneers, ambassadors and overachievers, and the 23rd Piolets d'Or celebrations in Chamonix and Courmayeur have done it in style.

Dom Harington Road to Sochi with Freestyle Team GB

Dom Harington is a Halfpipe Snowboarder from Leeds who has missed the last two Olympics due to injuries after winning the Europa Cup Halfpipe. Sochi is probably his last chance to be part of the Olympics and he's giving it everything he has.

Black Weekend

A backstage view of the different parties, ski days and magic moments from the 2013 Black Weekend - an event that draws music lovers and skiers from around the globe for three days of madness in Chamonix. Check out the video to see what it's all about...

a ski racer in action

Ski racing world cup end of Season roundup 2017

February was dominated by the Alpine Skiing World Championships, held every second year, which kicked off in St Moritz on 6th February. Over 13 days, 589 athletes from 76 countries competed in eleven competitions in front of 165,000 spectators.

Happy chilly times at The Relentless Freeze Festival

Chamonix Event Review: 9th November 2012

The Relentless Freeze Festival did exactly what it said on the tin and those not wearing their ski jackets could be found with teeth chattering, huddled around the vin chaud stand wrapping themselves in a fruity alcoholic blanket.