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Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Ski Resort Review

Wertu ski expert
May 1, 2024

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, the cradle of alpine skiing, offers a thrilling blend of steep, challenging slopes, off-piste powder adventures, and awe-inspiring views of the Mont Blanc massif.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc overview

Stats

2.7
/5
Rating
1035
m
Resort height
3842
m
Summit

KM of slopes

15
Beginners
17
Intermediates
15
Experts
32
Total

Best for

Fun
Poor
Poor
Boarders
Off-piestes
Poor
Fun
Couples
Poor

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for beginners

Beginners rating -
15
Perfect
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a paradise for beginner skiers, with its gentle slopes like the Savoy and Planards areas, perfect for mastering the basics. The resort also offers ski schools and beginner-friendly lifts such as the La Vormaine button lift, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable learning experience.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for intermediates

Intermediates rating -
Poor
Perfect
The resort offers a variety of blue and red runs, perfect for intermediate skiers, such as the Grand Montets area with its long, sweeping descents. The Planpraz-Brevent cable car provides access to a range of intermediate slopes, while the Aiguille du Midi cable car offers a more challenging off-piste experience for those looking to push their skills.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for advanced

Advanced skiers rating -
Poor
Perfect
The steep, challenging slopes of the Grands Montets area, with its off-piste opportunities and vertical drops, are a dream come true for advanced skiers. The Aiguille du Midi cable car, one of the highest in Europe, takes you to the infamous Vallée Blanche run, a 20km off-piste glacier route that requires skill and experience.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for snowboarders

Snowboarders rating -
Boarders
Perfect
The Grands Montets area in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a paradise for snowboarders, offering a variety of challenging off-piste runs and a snowpark with jumps and rails. The Aiguille du Midi cable car takes riders to the top of the mountain, providing access to the legendary Vallée Blanche, a 20km off-piste run with breathtaking views.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for off-pistes

Off-pistes rating -
Off-piestes
Perfect
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a freerider's dream, boasting a variety of challenging off-piste terrains such as the iconic Vallée Blanche. The resort offers guided off-piste skiing through Evolution 2, allowing skiers to safely explore the mountain's hidden treasures. However, the Vallée Blanche, despite its allure, is best tackled by experienced skiers under guidance, ideally around February/March when conditions are optimal.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc for families

Families rating -
Fun
Perfect
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, while renowned for its breathtaking views and challenging terrains, may not be the first choice for families with beginner skiers. The resort's vast layout and popularity can lead to crowded slopes during peak times, which might be overwhelming for young or inexperienced skiers. However, families who appreciate a mix of alpine adventures, such as hiking and biking, along with a variety of accommodation options to suit all budgets, may find Chamonix-Mont-Blanc a suitable choice.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc apres-ski

Apres-ski rating -
Perfect
Poor
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is renowned for its lively après-ski scene, with a plethora of bars and clubs to choose from. For those who enjoy a bustling atmosphere, popular spots include Chambre Neuf, Elevation 1904, and Monkey Bar. However, if you're after a more relaxed vibe, there are plenty of quieter venues such as the Micro Brasserie de Chamonix where you can unwind with a craft beer.

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

food scene

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc food scene

Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, while renowned for its breathtaking views and challenging terrains, may not be the first choice for families with beginner skiers. The resort's vast layout and popularity can lead to crowded slopes during peak times, which might be overwhelming for young or inexperienced skiers. However, families who appreciate a mix of alpine adventures, such as hiking and biking, along with a variety of accommodation options to suit all budgets, may find Chamonix-Mont-Blanc a suitable choice.