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Compagnie des guides à Chamonix: all you need to know

Located in Haute-Savoie at the foot of one of the most famous mountains in France, Mont-Blanc, Chamonix is a city that attracts many tourists every year. If you plan to go there, consider the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix to accompany you. What is it about? We tell you everything you need to know about us.

Chamonix Guide Company

Compagnie des guides à Chamonix, the partner for your stay in the mountains

 

With its potential, the city of Chamonix attracts many tourists from all over the world every year. In summer and winter, there are many things to do and see. As a result, it may not always be easy to find yourself in the multiplicity of possibilities. In such circumstances, the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix will be of great assistance to you.

Founded in 1821 following a municipal decision, the Chamonix guide office is the oldest but also the largest company of guides that exist today in the world. His vocation? Allow you to experience a memorable and exceptional adventure during a stay in the mountains.

So, whether you are staying at the Refuge des Aiglons (formerly the completely renovated Les Aiglons hotel), in Morgane or at the Mercure Les Bosson, this structure will serve as a real guide to Chamonix. Initially focused on mountaineering, it gradually diversified. Today it offers a multitude of activities in order to offer the choice to mountain enthusiasts.

 

Compagnie des guides de Chamonix, the activities offered

 

If you had to describe the mission of the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix in a few words, you would say that it is the intermediary who will make your holidays in the mountains a unique and memorable experience. More than simply offering you things to do, the Chamonix guide office selects for you the most fulfilling activities while guaranteeing your safety.

Whether you are a fan of Mountain biking, hikes (see our Classification of Mont Blanc hikes) or climbing, you will be satisfied. If you need proof, you can consult this selection of summer activities in Chamonix. Through proposals adapted to your desires, your Chamonix guide gives you the opportunity to know and experience the best of the mountain and all the most beautiful it has to offer for a most memorable stay.

As the mountain is not lacking in appeal in winter, the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix also offers activities during this period, the latter being particularly adapted to the season. These include the essential winter sports, which is easily understandable, as Chamonix is considered to be the world ski capital. Various other experiences rich in emotions and respectful of the environment are part of the catalog.

 

Compagnie des guides de Chamonix, contact them

 

Enthusiasm, passion, pleasure, trust, trust, personal development, humor and customer satisfaction are values of the Temmos Group around which the activity of the Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix is based. Its role is to allow you to discover the superb mountain landscapes through fun, cultural and/or sporting activities in harmony with nature.

Thus, the Chamonix guide office accompanies and guides you so that you can fully enjoy your stay alone, as a couple, with family or friends. Whether you are summer or winter, it ensures that you leave your hotel with only one hurry, that of returning as soon as possible. It is with pleasure that she will invest in offering you the vacation of your dreams.

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