Aiguille du Midi: experience the unusual
For your weekend in Chamonix Mont Blanc, choose Le Refuge des Aiglons. This 4-star hotel is ideally located near the Aiguille du Midi cable car and the pedestrian street in the center of Chamonix. After a hearty breakfast in our hotel restaurant, enjoy an unusual experience at the gateway to Chamonix's highest peak. The impressive cable car will take you up to 3842 meters in twenty minutes. On arrival, enjoy a 360-degree view of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps from the various terraces.
Don't miss the opportunity to take an elevator up to the summit terrace for a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc. In a glass cabin suspended thousands of meters above sea level, take a "Le Pas Dans Le Vide"after putting on thick slippers to protect the glass from scratches. Thrill-seekers of all ages are in for a treat! Please note, however, that children under 3 years of age are not allowed to visit the Aiguille du Midi, and children under 5 years of age are not recommended.
Of course, you'll need sunglasses and a warm AMENITIES even in summer.
During your stay in Chamonix, organize a visit to the Mer de glace, France's largest glacier! Departing from Chamonix, the red cogwheel train takes you on a journey back in time, passing through tunnels cut into the rock and over viaducts.
Twenty minutes will take you to the magnificent Montenvers - Mer de glace site at an altitude of 1913 metres.
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Skiing in Chamonix
Looking for a ski weekend in Chamonix ? If you're a more experienced skier, you can start your day early and head for the famous Vallée Blanche, one of the world's most beautiful glacial off-piste runs. Even if you know your way around, the presence of a mountain guide is highly recommended, as the piste is unmarked and unsupervised.
Departing from the Aiguille du Midi cable car station, the Vallée Blanche descent is around 20 kilometers long. With its 2800-meter vertical drop, you can ski on the Géant, Tacul and Mer de glace glaciers for 3-4 hours. Skiers and snowboarders can also take to the many slopes of the fabulous Grands Montets ski area, where the views are always breathtaking. Don't hesitate to rent your skis directly from the Refuge des Aiglons, especially if you're planning an impromptu ski weekend!
Discover our article on ski passes in Chamonix to help you make the right choice.
At the end of your day's skiing or hiking, take a stroll through Chamonix's historic center, ideal for shopaholics. Then relax at the Refuge des Aiglons spa. Enjoy breathtaking views of the Aiguille du Midi as you relax in the heated outdoor pool or Jacuzzi. For maximum ecstasy, choose a back massage, one of the à la carte beauty treatments, visit the hammam or the sauna.
Come and spend a sporting or peaceful weekend in Chamonix - you'll be looking forward to coming back!
