The Chamonix Valley consists of seven separate lift areas that cater for a whole host of sports: mountaineering, climbing, hiking, mountain biking, paragliding, and for anyone simply wishing to enjoy the beautiful views of the mountains.
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Summer lift pass prices in Chamonix
For walkers, hikers and runners, the Mont Blanc Multipass is the ideal option for summer lift access.
How much are summer lift passes in Chamonix?
The Mont-Blanc Multipass can be bought from any of the lift stations and is valid in the following areas: Brévent-Flegere, Les Houches, Grands Montets, Le Tour (Balme)-Vallorcine, Aiguille du Midi (except Panoramic Mont-Blanc and Helbronner-Skyway Monte Bianco), Montenvers-Mer de Glace train, Tramway du Mont-Blanc and Les Bossons glacier chairlift. It also includes the neighbouring resorts of St Gervais and Megeve. These passes are on offer from 12th May 2020 to 30th November 2020.
The Mont Blanc MultiPass offers lots of additional bonuses: discounted €5 tickets at Cinema Vox, special rates on the Petit Train (tourist train) in the centre of Chamonix, -50% off lifts in Courmayeur (Italy) including access to high altitude swimming pool in Plan Chécrouit (excluding the Skyway Monte Bianco) and free access to the Chamonix Valley bus services.
Consecutive days summer passes in Chamonix - Mont Blanc MultiPass
Mont Blanc MultiPass passes are available from 1 to 21 consecutive days. Passes up to 9 days are available to be purchased online while passes from 10 to 21 days require a photo and must be bought at the lift pass offices.
| Mont Blanc MultiPass Pass Prices 2020 in Chamonix | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Per person (€) |
Adult 15-64 yrs |
Child / Senior 5-14 yrs / 65-79 yrs |
Veteran 80+ yrs |
| 1 Day | 68 | 57.80 | 34 |
| 2 Days | 83 | 70.60 | 41.50 |
| 3 Days | 95 | 80.80 | 47.50 |
| 4 Days | 107 | 37 | 53.50 |
| 5 Days | 119 | 101.20 | 59.50 |
| 6 Days | 131 | 111.40 | 65.50 |
€3 hands-free pass 3€ not included (non-refundable although you can recharge the card on subsequent use). Prices shown are a guide only, to be confirmed at the time of booking; further terms & conditions may apply. Prices may be subject to changes in VAT.
Non-consecutive days passes in Chamonix - Mont Blanc MultiPass
The Mont Blanc MultiPass can also be purchased for 2 to 6 non-consecutive days, as well as for 10 and 15 non-consecutive days to be used from 12th May 2020 to 30th November 2020. Passes for 2 and 3 non-consecutive days available to be purchased online while passes for 4, 5, 6, 10 and 20 non-consecutive days require a photo and must be bought at the lift pass offices.
| Non-Consecutive Days Mont Blanc MultiPass Pass Prices 2020 in Chamonix | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Per person (€) |
Adult 15-64 yrs |
Child / Senior 5-14 yrs / 65-79 yrs |
Veteran 80+ yrs |
| 2 Days * | 95 | 80.80 | 47.50 |
| 3 Days* | 107 | 91 | 53.50 |
| 4 Days** | 119 | 101.20 | 59.50 |
| 5 Days** | 131 | 11.40 | 65.50 |
| 6 Days** | 143 | 121.60 | 71.50 |
| 10 Days*** | 220 | 187 | 110 |
| 15 Days*** | 270 | 229.50 | 135 |
* Must be used over a period of 7 consecutive days
** Must be used over a period of 15 consecutive days
*** Must be used up to 30th November 2020
€3 hands-free pass 3€ not included (non-refundable although you can recharge the card on subsequent use). Prices shown are a guide only, to be confirmed at the time of booking; further terms & conditions may apply. Prices may be subject to changes in VAT.
Deals & discounted lift passes in Chamonix
Early-bird discount
Purchase your 6 to 9-day passes at (consecutive days) online at least 3 days in advance and get 20% off the normal rate.
Early and late season discounts
Get 20% off all Mont Blanc MultiPasses for 6th May-12th June and 14th-20th September 2020 when purchasing them online at least 3 days in advance.
Family lift pass discounts
Get 20% off when purchasing passes for the whole family online, at least 3 days in advance. Family pass discounts apply for a minimum of 4 identical passes bought for the same time period. Families must be comprised of at least 4 people, with 2 children aged 5 to 14 years and 2 adults who could be parents or grandparents. Other children go free, limited to 3 free passes, so a maximum of 5 children. All members of the family must buy passes in one purchase for the same duration to be eligible for the family rate. You must be able to prove that you are a family and bring a passport or another form of identification to prove your age. These family discounts are available for 1 to 15 consecutive days or 2, 4, 5, 6, 10 and 20 non-consecutive days.
Consecutive days passes for up to 9 days and non-consecutive days passes for 2 and 3 days are available to be purchased online while other require a photo and must be bought at the lift pass offices.
| Mont Blanc MultiPass Family Prices 2020 in Chamonix | ||
|---|---|---|
| Per person (€) |
Type | Family |
| 1 Day | Consecutive Days | 210.80 |
| 2 Days | Consecutive Days | 257.40 |
| Non-Consecutive Days | 294.60 | |
| 3 Days | Consecutive Days | 294.60 |
| Non-Consecutive Days | 331.80 | |
| 4 Days | Consecutive Days | 331.80 |
| Non-Consecutive Days | 369 | |
| 5 Days | Consecutive Days | 369 |
| Non-Consecutive Days | 406.20 | |
| 6 Days | Consecutive Days | 406.20 |
| Non-Consecutive Days | 443.40 | |
| 10 Days | Consecutive Days | 555 |
| Non-Consecutive Days | 682 | |
| 20 Days | Non-Consecutive Days | 837 |
Lift Pass + Golf deal
From 6th to 31st July and from 1st September to 31st October 2020, get special discounts on lift passes plus green fee when purchasing online at least 3 days in advance.
Free lift passes in Chamonix
Who can use the lifts for free in Chamonix?
Yes, you heard it right, you can use the lifts for free in Chamonix in the summer! There are free lift passes available to young children.
Everyone aged under 5
Children aged under 5 years old can use the lifts for free. Proof of age required at the moment of purchase. A €3 fee will be charged for the hands-free card. These passes are only available at the lift pass offices in resort.
Mountain bike lift passes in Chamonix
The Chamonix valley has plenty of high peaks, steep faces and wooded trails, making it ideal for downhill and cross-country or enduro mountain-biking.
How much are mountain bike lift passes in Chamonix?
Mountain bike passes in Chamonix are call "Le Pass'Sports VTT". You can buy a 1-day VTT pass for either Les Houches, Le Tour/Balme or both – catch the bike bus or the train, or ride between each area. Please note: Mountain bikes are not permitted on the Montenvers train or the Aiguille du Midi cable car. Passes are available from the lift pass offices only.
| Mountain Bike Lift Pass Prices 2020 in Chamonix | ||
|---|---|---|
| Per person (€) |
Multi-Site | 1 Site |
| Adult 1 Day | 34.50 | 24 |
Prices shown are a guide only, to be confirmed at the time of booking; further terms & conditions may apply. Prices may be subject to changes in VAT.
Single lift passes in Chamonix
The Chamonix Valley is divided into several different mountain areas, and there are pedestrian lift passes available for each of these, as there are for the most famous sights in the area: the Aiguille du Midi and the Montenvers-Mer de Glace train. Family passes are also available for 2 adults (parents or grandparents) and two children (aged 5-14 years old). Other children go free but limited to 3 free passes (maximum 5 children). There are also mountaineering tickets on offer, ask at the lift pass offices.
Aiguille du Midi lift pass prices
| Aiguille du Midi Lift Pass Prices 2020 (€) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Route | Single | Return |
| Chamonix → Aiguille du Midi | Adult: 50.50 Child: 42.90 |
Adult: 65 Child: 55.30 Family: 201.60 |
| Chamonix → Plan de l’Aiguille | Adult: 18 Child: 15.30 |
Adult: 34 Child: 28.90 Family: 105.40 |
| Plan de l'Aiguille → Aiguille du Midi | Adult: 32.50 Child: 27.60 |
Adult: 31 Child: 26.40 |
| Chamonix → Aiguille du Midi → Helbronner | Adult: 81 Child: 69 |
Adult: 97 Child: 82.50 Family: 300.80 |
Montenvers-Mer de Glace train & lift pass prices
The Chamonix to Montenvers pass includes access to the gondola and the ice cave.
| Montenvers-Mer de Glace Train & Lift Pass Prices 2020 (€) | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Route | Adult 15-64 yrs |
Child / Senior 5-14 yrs / 65+ yrs |
Family |
| Chamonix → Montenvers | 34 | 28.90 | 105.40 |
| Montenvers → Chamonix | 28.50 | 24.20 | - |
| Cable Car + Ice Cave | 20 | 17 | - |
Tramway du Mont Blanc prices
| Tramway du Mont Blanc Pass Prices 2020 (€) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Route | Single | Return |
| Le Fayet → Col de Voza/Bellevue | Adult: 22 Child: 18.70 |
Adult: 33.50 Child: 28.50 Family: 103.90 |
| Col de Voza/Bellevue → Nid d'Aigle | Adult: 20 Child: 17 |
Adult: 25.50 Child: 21.70 |
| Le Fayet → Nid d'Aigle | Adult: 31 Child: 26.40 |
Adult: 38.50 Child: 32.70 Family: 119.30 |
Brévent Summer lift pass prices
| Brévent Summer Lift Pass Prices 2020 (€) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Route | Single | Return |
| Chamonix → Brevent | Adult: 25 Child: 21.30 |
Adult: 34 Child: 28.90 Family: 105.40 |
| Chamonix → Planpraz | Adult: 15 Child: 12.80 |
Adult: 19 Child: 16.20 Family: 59 |
| Planpraz → Brevent | Adult: 10 Child: 8.50 |
Adult: 15 Child: 12.70 |
Flégère Summer lift pass prices
| Flégère Summer Lift Pass Prices 2020 (€) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Route | Single | Return |
| Les Praz → Index | Adult: 25 Child: 21.30 |
Adult: 30 Child: 25.50 Family: 93 |
| Les Praz → Flégère | Adult: 15 Child: 12.80 |
Adult: 19 Child: 16.20 Family: 59 |
| Flegere → Index | Adult: 10 Child: 8.50 |
Adult: 11 Child: 9.30 |
Grands Montets Summer lift pass prices
| Grands Montets Summer Lift Pass Prices 2020 (€) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Route | Single | Return |
| Argentiere → Plan Joran | Adult: 15 Child: 12.80 |
Adult: 19 Child: 16.20 Family: 59 |
Balme (Le Tour-Vallorcine) Summer lift pass prices
| Le Tour-Vallorcine Summer Lift Pass Prices 2020 (€) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Route | Single | Return |
| Le Tour → Col de Balme | Adult: 25 Child: 21.30 |
Adult: 30 Child: 25.50 Family: 93 |
| Charamillon → Col de Balme | Adult: 10 Child: 8.50 |
Adult: 11 Child: 9.30 |
| Le Tour → Charamillon → Vallorcine | Adult: 15 Child: 12.80 |
Adult: 19 Child: 16.20 Family: 59 |
Les Houches Summer lift pass prices
| Les Houches Summer Lift Pass Prices 2020 (€) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Route | Single | Return |
| Bellevue & Prarion | Adult: 15 Child: 12.80 |
Adult: 19 Child: 16.20 Family: 59 |
Les Bossons lift pass prices
| Les Bossons Lift Pass Prices 2020 (€) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per person | Adult 15-64 yrs |
Child 5-14 yrs |
Senior +65 yrs |
Family 2 Adults + 2 Children |
| Single | 10 | 7.80 | 8.10 | 35.20 |
| Return | 13.40 | 10 | 10.30 | 46.60 |
All prices shown are a guide only, to be confirmed at the time of booking; further terms & conditions may apply. Prices may be subject to changes in VAT.
Paragliding lift passes in Chamonix
The Chamonix Valley is a paraglider's paradise. On a sunny day you can spot dozens of paragliders leisurely flying above the peaks and glaciers.
How much are paragliding lift passes in Chamonix?
There is a specific summer pass for paragliders, the "Parapente Pass". You can buy a one day Parapente Pass for either Aiguille du Midi, Grands Montets, Brévent-Flégère, Les Houches or all of them combined for €34.50.
Paragliding passes can only be purchased at lift pass offices in resort. Bear in mind that parapenting from the Aiguille du Midi is forbidden in July and August.
Where to buy lift passes in Chamonix
Lift passes are available from the base of each lift station and the Montenvers railway cash desk. You can also buy the Mont Blanc Multipass lift passes online. Don't forget that your lift pass also provides you with free access to the bus services that run throughout the Chamonix Valley so you can leave your car at home!
More inspiration...
Read more about the summer lift system in Chamonix and find out more about the variety of summer activities you can do on your visit. Or, if you're coming in the winter, take a look at our Ski Pass Prices guide for summer lift pass price comparisons.