The World's Greatest Ski Destination

Ski
Chamonix

Five ski areas. 170+ runs. The Vallée Blanche. Off-piste that redefines what skiing can be.

5
Ski Areas
170+
Marked Runs
3,842m
Highest Point
24km
Vallée Blanche
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5 Ski Areas

Where to Ski
in Chamonix

Each of Chamonix's five ski areas has its own character, terrain, and clientele. Here's the quick breakdown.

Les Grands Montets ski area Chamonix
Expert
Les Grands
Montets
Top: 3,275m
 Brévent ski area Chamonix Mont Blanc views
Intermediate
Brévent –
Flégère
Top: 2,525m
 Les Houches ski area Chamonix beginners families
Beginner–Inter
Les
Houches
Top: 1,900m
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Plan Your Trip

Everything You
Need to Know

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Ski Pass

Prices, types, and where to buy your Chamonix Le Pass or Mont Blanc Unlimited.
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Ski Schools

ESF, BASS, and private instructors. Group lessons, private tuition, and kids' ski school.
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Ski Hire

Where to rent skis, boots, poles, and helmets in Chamonix — and how to get the best price.
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Off-Piste

The Vallée Blanche, powder fields, and couloirs. The real reason experts come here.
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Beginners

Where to start, best gentle runs, and how to progress quickly in Chamonix.
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Après Ski

The best bars, restaurants, and nightlife in Chamonix after a day on the mountain.
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Stay

Ski-in/ski-out chalets, slope-side hotels, and the best areas to base yourself.
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Getting There

Geneva Airport to Chamonix — bus, shuttle, car. Journey times and costs.

2024/25 Season

Ski Pass
Prices

Chamonix offers two main pass options — the valley pass and the cross-border unlimited pass.

Day Pass
~€70 / person

Access to all Chamonix valley ski areas for one day.

  • All 5 Chamonix ski areas
  • Brévent, Flégère, Grands Montets
  • Les Houches + Le Tour
  • Aiguille du Midi not included
6-Day Le Pass
~€350 / person

Best value for a week's skiing. All valley areas, 6 days.

  • All 5 Chamonix ski areas
  • Free valley bus included
  • ~€58/day effective rate
  • Flexible non-consecutive days
Mont Blanc Unlimited
~€440 / 6 days

Cross-border access to Courmayeur (Italy) and more.

  • All Chamonix ski areas
  • Courmayeur, Italy
  • Verbier, Switzerland (select days)
  • Aiguille du Midi included
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Common Questions

Ski Chamonix —
FAQs

Is Chamonix good for skiing?
Chamonix is one of the world's premier ski destinations, particularly for intermediate to expert skiers. It has 5 ski areas with 170+ marked runs and extraordinary off-piste terrain including the famous 24km Vallée Blanche glacier run. It hosted the first Winter Olympics in 1924.
How many ski areas does Chamonix have?
Chamonix has 5 ski areas: Les Grands Montets (expert), Brévent–Flégère (intermediate, linked), Les Houches (all levels, family-friendly), and Le Tour (quieter, good for intermediate). All are covered by the Chamonix Le Pass.
When is the best time to ski in Chamonix?
January and February offer the best powder conditions. December is good but busy over Christmas. March has excellent spring conditions with longer days. April still offers great skiing on north-facing slopes at Les Grands Montets. The season runs mid-December to mid-April.
Is Chamonix suitable for beginner skiers?
Chamonix is primarily known as an intermediate-to-expert resort. Les Houches and Le Tour have the most beginner-friendly terrain. True beginners may find nearby Megève or Les Contamines more suitable for learning, before progressing to Chamonix's steeper slopes.