La Flégère, Chamonix - Le Praz
In summer the cable car at Flégère and the Index chairlift operate, taking you up to an altitude of 1,894m and then on to 2,396m at the top of the Index.
Chalet Floria walk
Easy walk to a beautiful mountain refuge decorated with over 4,000 flowering plants
A short hike suitable for families with children of walking age.
Chalet Floria is one of the best places to get an aerial view of the valley. The curved terrace juts out over the mountains and on a clear day you can see for miles.
The chalet is named for the hundreds of flowers that cover its walls, spilling out from window boxes and plant pots.
What to bring
IGN3630 map is recommended.
What to see
Sights in Chamonix
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Municipal library
The main central library for Chamonix which houses the occasional exhibition and lectures.
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Maison de la Memoire et du Patrimoine, Chamonix- Centre
This museum houses exhibits of Chamonix's past.
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Espace Tairraz Crystal Museum
Discover the minerals from the Mont Blanc Valley, famous throughout the world, and learn more about the art of mountaineering.
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Alpine Museum
The museum is currently closed for renovations
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Mer de Glace and Montenvers cog railway
No trip to Chamonix should be complete without a visit to the legendary Mer de Glace, the longest and arguably the most impressive glacier in the Chamonix valley. It is also the largest glacier in France.
Where to lunch
Chalet de la Floria serves snacks and lunches such as homemade omelettes, quiche, tarts and salads. They serve hot and cold soft drinks, wine and beer.
Restaurants in Chamonix
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L'Adret de la Flégère Restaurant
Their restaurant located in the Flégère ski area has been completely renovated for this winter.
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Pointe Isabelle Bar and Bistro Restaurant
This tastefully refurbished restaurant and bar are right in the heart of Chamonix on the popular Avenue Michel Croz, close to the train station.
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Bighorn Bistro Restaurant
Bighorn Bistro in Chamonix Sud is known for its homemade American-style comfort food, from stacked burgers to freshly baked desserts. You can pair your meal with a craft beer or one of their creative cocktails. With friendly service and a laid-back atmosphere, it’s a favourite with both locals and visitors.
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Stories & Beer
Stories is a local craft beer bar and taco restaurant in Chamonix. Enjoy a slice of Mexico in France.
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Big Mountain Basecamp Restaurant & Bar
Whether you’re hungry or thirsty after a day on the mountain, Big Mountain Bar has you sorted. Settle into the relaxed bar area or soak up the sunshine from the terrace.
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La Petite Cuisine Restaurant
Situated in La Folie Douce Hotel, enjoy a delicious meal after a morning on the slopes with family or friends.
What to do
Things To Do in Chamonix
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3-Day Mont Blanc Traverse by Tacul & Maudit Summits
Mont Blanc, the highest peak in Europe, is without a doubt the most breathtaking and beautiful mountain in the world, and every year many mountaineers ascend this famous peak.
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Teresa Kaufman Outdoor Photography Classes
'The best photo class you will ever take', is Teresa's bold strapline for her unique photo walk classes, which take place in the incredible outdoors of the Chamonix Valley and offer an opportunity to photograph the major mountains and viewpoints.
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Tandem Paragliding
This company's sole activity is tandem paragliding, so they are 100 % focused on you and your flight. Their fully qualified pilots have vast experience and have done 1,000s of flight in the Chamonix Valley.
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Cinema VOX
Chamonix's own Cinema VOX is situated right in the centre of town, slightly tucked back on the Place Balmat (main square in the centre). There are three recently refurbished screens equipped with digital 3D projectors show the latest French and International films, as well as a number of premieres and specialist mountain-sports films.
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5-Day Mont Blanc Training Course & Ascent
This two to three training course is followed by a three-day ascent and is for people with a high level of fitness. An unforgettable experience, to reach the summit will test the skills you have learnt along the way.
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Teresa Kaufman Chamonix Photoshoots
The Chamonix-based photographer Teresa Kaufman proposes naturally-lit photoshoots to capture and illustrate quality memories in outstanding surroundings.
Directions
You can reach Chalet Le Floria in a number of ways.
From Chamonix Town, Route 1
Head north through the town centre and along Rue Joseph Vallot until you come to Rue Mummery on your left. Walk up the road and turn right at the mini-roundabout onto Route des Nants. Continue past some lovely old houses and little stone cottages for about 300 metres until you see a path on your left called Chemin de la Floriaz, follow this into the forest and keep following signs for Chalet de la Floria.
From Chamonix Town, Route 2
Walk up the hill behind the tourist office on Rue de la Mollard up to the Brevent-Planpraz lift station. Turn right and go around the lift building, turning left into a field. A narrow path goes diagonally up and left to meet a stony 4x4 track, where you turn right and follow signs for Chalet de la Floria.
From Les Praz
On the western side of Les Praz, past the bridge over the Arve and near the old sawmill, you will find a footpath disappearing into the forest just to the side of the vets office. Follow this (leaving the Promenade du Vorgeat on your right) and you will come to a path junction at 1,195m.
Cross the Petit Balcon Sud and take the wide steep path bearing right which will lead you up to the chalet. Once there, you can enjoy a drink on their stunning panoramic terrace with unbroken views of the Mont Blanc chain. It's also possible to eat your picnic here if you buy a drink.
