A thriving and stunning alpine town in the foot of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain peak in the Alps, the picturesque Charmonix boasts of almost all modern amenities, thrilling outdoor activities such as skiing, biking and mountaineering. This is like one of those few places that was destined to be a holiday spot, and who serves its purpose very well.
Aiguille du Midi Cable Car
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- City: Chamonix
One of the highest cable cars in the world, apart from a few in South America. In fact the Aiguille Du Midi starts at 1035 m and finishes at a staggering 3810m!...
Bellevue Cable Car
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- City: Chamonix
In Les Houches you can take the Bellevue cable car (Telepherique de Bellevue) for another view of the Chamonix valley, with Mont Blanc to one side and the Brevent to the other. A short walk will allow...
Brevent Cable Car
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- City: Chamonix
Brevent Cable Caron the other side of the valley provides the best views of the Mont-Blanc massif. A round trip adult pedestrian (not skier) ticket is about €18. The other option is to take the c...
Le Tour cable car
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- City: Chamonix
You can take the Le Tour cable car to the Franco-Swiss border on the mountains and also for a hike to the Le Tour glacier. If you consider taking more than one cable car trips for sightseeing or skiin...
Mer de Glace (Ice Sea)
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- City: Chamonix
Mer de Glace (Ice Sea) is one of the biggest glaciers in continental Europe, accessible by the Montenvers rack railway. From the Montenvers Station one has grea...
Montblanc Tramway
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- City: Chamonix
Another option is to take the Montblanc Tramway from St. Gervais Le Fayet that goes upto Nid d'aigle. It stops at Bellevue on the way. There are beautiful views over the valley from Nid d'Aigle also. ...