Chamonix Winter Resorts

Situated in the region of Haute-Savoie, France, Chamonix is a beautiful town at the foot of Montblanc peak, has become recently one of the best winter resorts in Europe. It’s also known that this resort is the oldest in France, the first Winter Olympics were held here in 1924. Numerous tourists are attracted by 76 nice ski runs and extensive facilities that Chamonix shares. This amazing resort is visited all year long, though it’s a world wide known winter resort it remains busy in summer as well. The best time to visit Chamonix is from November to April, the best conditions are considered to be in early March and the best prices are offered from mid-December and till the end of April.
The attractions Chamonix is offering are very varied and interesting, but 3 of them merit special attention. The first one is an amazing trip to “Mer de Glace” or “The Frozen Sea”. This attraction involves first a trip to Montenvers in a small train that is about 100 years old, and after that on a cable-car to Mer de Glace. The second impressive attraction is a trip from France to Italy that is divided in several stages. The last excursion that must be included in every tourist’s must do list is a gondola ride to the top of Montblanc (4785 m). The views are absolutely breathtaking here and the memories will remain for an entire life.
Although there are such beautiful places to visit in Chamonix and the landscapes are absolutely gorgeous, the main attraction remains the skiing and snowboarding runs. The longest one is known to have about 21 km in length. For those who search a place to spend the winter holidays enjoying winter sports this is the perfect travel spot. Tourists can also enjoy such fun activities like dog sledding, tobogganing, skijoering and ice climbing.
In these village visitors can find about 14 nice restaurants and eateries. The most popular among tourist are considered to be “Chez Valerio”, where Italian cuisine is served; “Chaudron” with traditional specialties and “Sarpe” where a relaxing mountain ambience can be sensed. Shopping lovers can spend some time visiting such places like “Lili’s House”, “Otovalo”, “Helly Hansen” and “L’Univers du BonBon”.

Chamonix Hotels

Chamonix hotels are diversified and are ready to please all kind of tourists. There are dozens of hotels and guesthouses in this lovely town. Among middle classed hotels in Chamonix the best choices are “Hotel Prieure Chamonix-Mont-Blanc”, “Mercure Chamonix Les Bossons Hotel ”, “Hotel La Vallee Blanche” and “Hotel Croix Blanche”. The most popular luxurious places to book in from Chamonix hotels are considered to be “Mont Blanc Hotel”, “Residence Les Ecrins De Soulane”, “Les Balcons Du Savoy Hotels” and “Best Western Premier Le Morgane Hotel”. The features here are amazing and the relaxing atmosphere, friendly staffs and reasonable prices will fulfill your unforgettable vacation in Chamonix.