Information about Chamonix France

Where is Chamonix?
Chamonix is in South-Eastern France.




How to reach Chamonix from Geneva?
One can reach Chamonix by all means – Air (helicopter), Rail (Train), and Bus/Private Taxicabs. Low cost airport shuttles are available from Geneva to Chamonix, which are better than air or rail transportation.

What is the distance from Geneva (Switzerland) to Chamonix (France)?
50.6 mi.

What are the nearest airports to Chamonix France?
Geneva Airport (Switzerland) is the nearest. Others include, Chambéry Airport, Saint-Exupéry International Airport and Grenoble Saint-Geoirs Airport.

What is the best time to visit Chamonix?
July - September.

What are things to do in Chamonix France?
A few things of interest in Chamonix (including, but not limited to these):

• Mont Blanc
• Mont Blanc Massif
• Aiguille du Dru
• Aiguille du Midi
• Aiguilles Rouges
• Dent du Géant
• Glacier des Bossons
• Grandes Jorasses
• Haute Route
• Lac Blanc
• Mer de Glace
• Mont Blanc Tramway
• Mont Maudit
• Montenvers Railway
• Vallée Blanche Aerial Tramway

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Geneva to Chamonix route map

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Summer and winter activities in Chamonix

Things to do in Chamonix in winter:

• Cross-country skiing, to explore landscapes and wildlife
• Ski touring, with the help of a local guide
• Snowboarding, to slide down the snow-covered slope
• Snowshoeing, for people that love to walk over the snow
• Sledging/sledding and tobogganing

Summer activities, in Chamonix:

• Hiking
• Mountain biking
• White water rafting
• Kayaking
• Canoeing
• Canyoning
• Paragliding

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Mountain elevation

A list of mountains, by elevation:

• Mont Blanc: 4,810 m
• Aiguille du Midi: 3,842 m
• Mont Maudit: 4,465 m
• Grandes Jorasses: 4,208 m
• Aiguille du Dru: 3,754 m
• Dent du Géant: 4,013 m
• Le Brévent: 2,525 m
• Mont Blanc du Tacul: 4,248 m
• Aiguille Verte: 4,122 m
• Aiguille du Tour: 3,540 m
• Pointe Helbronner: 3,462 m
• Grand Capucin: 3,838 m
• Aiguille Noire de Peuterey: 3,773 m
• Lac Cornu: 2,276 m
• Mont Dolent: 3,820 m

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To Aiguille du Midi, in few minutes

Aiguille du Midi (12,605 feet / 3842 metres): “Needle of the South” or “Needle of Southern France”.

A few things to consider:

• Do not miss the ride on tramway/cable car to the highest vertical ascent. Though not recommended for people with heart problems, agoraphobia (fear of open spaces) or severe mountain/altitude sickness.
• During the peak season, get tramway tickets well in advance.
• The weather changes moods. Therefore, check the snow report or weather forecast, before planning out the journey.
• Pack digital or video cameras with UV filters, and binoculars for the panoramic view at the top of Aiguille du Midi. Keep extra camera batteries, ready.
• People with sun-sensitive skins should not forget to use UV protection creams.

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