Haute-Savoie, FranceAbout
Chamonix sits in the shadow of Mont Blanc, Europe's highest peak. It is less a ski resort and more a world-class mountain town that happens to have extraordinary skiing. The Vallée Blanche — a 20km off-piste glacier run — is one of the greatest skiing experiences on earth.
The Mountain
Vallée Blanche for the epic glacier descent, Les Grands Montets for steep off-piste, Brévent for the Mont Blanc views.
Ideal conditions:Fresh snow, clear skies for the Vallée Blanche, cold temperatures to keep the powder dry
Local Tips
1
The Vallée Blanche requires a guide — do not attempt it without one. It is a glacier with crevasses.
2
Chamonix town is beautiful — spend time in the streets, the food and wine scene is excellent.
3
The ski areas are spread around the valley — a bus pass is included with your lift ticket.
4
January-February is best for snow but can have bad weather — March has more stable conditions and spring sun.
5
Book the Aiguille du Midi cable car in advance — it sells out, especially on clear days.
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The MBC (Mont Blanc Brewing Company) is the best après ski spot in town.
Weekend Strike
Cham Weekend
Friday
Fly into Geneva (GVA). 1hr transfer to Chamonix. Check into a hotel in town. Fondue and vin chaud in one of the historic chalets.
Saturday
Aiguille du Midi cable car at 8am — the views of Mont Blanc are staggering. Ski Les Grands Montets. Après ski at MBC (Mont Blanc Brewing Company).
Sunday
Vallée Blanche if conditions allow — book a guide in advance. Drive back to Geneva, fly home.
Full Week Strike
Mont Blanc Week
Day 1
Arrive Geneva, transfer to Chamonix, get settled.
Day 2
Les Grands Montets — the steepest and most challenging skiing in the valley.
Day 3
Brévent and Flégère — incredible views across to Mont Blanc.
Day 4
Vallée Blanche with a guide — the most famous off-piste run in the world.
Day 5
Day trip to Verbier — 1.5hr drive, completely different vibe, great terrain.
Day 6
Le Tour and Balme — gentler terrain, beautiful scenery, great for a powder day.
Day 7
Final morning, transfer to Geneva, fly home.
Live Conditions
4.1"
10.5cm
7 Day Forecast Snowfall
0"
0cm
Snow Depth
51°F
11°C
Low Temp
0%
Chance of Snow
5mph
Wind Speed
7,986ft
2434m
Freeze Level
Mist
3 Day Forecast
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Mist
0.0" snow
51°F
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Best Months
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Trip Cost Estimate
Return flights from NYC~$650
Accommodation/night~$120
5 day trip total est.~$1250