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Even on the drive to Chamonix Mont Blanc, you can’t help but be impressed due to the beautiful scenery.

When Chamonix Mont-Blanc was built almost 100 years ago, it was placed at the foot of Mont Blanc to accentuate its beauty. There’s loads of olde world charm, and a diverse range of people and places to explore – what more could you need in a vacation resort.

The mountains that stand above this town are the most beautiful around and provide for an unbelievable nightlife. The to and from the mountains from the town isn’t so fun, but Chamonix Mont-Blanc is intended to be its own town, and not just another Alpine resort – so you can forgive this little inconvenience.

However, for the powderhounds the main draw of Chamonix is the infamous Grands Montets. All in all there are 155 km of runs. The longest running downhill slope is nearly 7km by itself.

Obviously, Chamonix is particularly talked-about for it’s unrivalled off piste skiing. Obviously, Chamonix is most talked-about for it’s unrivalled off piste skiing. There is so much off piste and backcountry terrain in Chamonix Mont Blanc that you can hardly do it justice. The Grands Montets is a good start. The drop is around 2000m and you don’t even need to hike. From the Aiguille de Midi the infamous Vallee Blanche is a 22km descent. The run isn’t exceedingly complicated but you do beed a guide.

Because Chamonix Mont-Blanc has a superabundance of people who live there 12 months of the year, there are loads of good bars, pubs, and clubs to check out. It will take you about 5 minutes to walk from the center of town to the MBC which is known for its homemade beer and 12 months of the year clientele. Real late nighters end up in the Garage in Chamonix Mont Blanc Sud.

You won’t find all the tourist trappings you typically find in ski resorts with Chamonix Mont Blanc.

Chamonix Mont Blanc provides a bit more variety. Chamonix Mont-Blanc is perfect for those of you who want to ski off the beaten path.

Advantages

1. A great amount of exceptionally formidable terrain, especially off piste
2. Fantastic views
3. A superabundance of mountains to explore
4. A traditional alpine town

-ves

1. Not all the areas cater for mixed groups
2. Few good mountain restaurants
3. Cham can get q uite busy