Chamonix is an ideal place to celebrate the new year, all the conditions are in place to have a memorable time.
Spending New Year's Eve in the mountains
Celebrating with friends, enjoying time with family or simply taking the time to relax, there are plenty of ways to mark the start of the new year in Chamonix. Chalet atmosphere by the fire, shows, bars, restaurants. There is something for all tastes and budgets. Break the routine and treat yourself to a ski vacation for the end of year holidays. New Year's Eve in Chamonix is an unforgettable moment. Spending the end of year holidays in the mountains means living the imaginary of Christmas and New Year's Eve. Decorated villages, fir trees, snow, chalets... A magnificent setting. For the New Year in Chamonix, you will find all the markers of the end of year celebrations accompanied by a warm and festive atmosphere. A day of skiing, a stroll through the decorated streets at nightfall, torchlight descent, shows for young and old... Everything is in place for a fabulous New Year's Eve.
Reinventing New Year's Eve in Chamonix
Celebrating the end of year celebrations in the mountains means getting out of your routine, forgetting the stress of preparing endless family meals and enjoying the day at your own pace. Chamonix, among the most famous resorts in the world, at the foot of Mont-Blanc, is a pride of the French Alps. New Year's Eve is famous and often taken over by tourists who love snow and a warm atmosphere. The New Year in Chamonix, it's a day in the great outdoors, hundreds of businesses playing the game, shows and evenings organized on every street corner. Every year, downtown Chamonix is transformed into a veritable dance floor and crowds gather to count down.
Bars for New Year's Eve
In the Alps, Chamonix is known for its diversity and the lively bars. After a day of skiing and before burning the dancefloor or coming back by the fire, spend the early evening in one of the bars, which are particularly lively on New Year's Eve. Rue des Moulins is known for its bars and the choice of evenings on December 31. Bars open to all, private parties, paid tickets... Once again, there is something for everyone.
Restaurants in Chamonix
In the Chamonix Valley, many restaurants are playing the New Year game with menus specifically designed for New Year's Eve. Often with the obligation to book, there is something for all budgets: La Table du Refuge, Le Comptoir des Alpes, Le Cap Horn, La Cabane des Praz...
Where to sleep for the end of year celebrations in Chamonix?
Chalet, hotel, apartment rental... In Chamonix, there is no shortage of possibilities. It depends mainly on your desires, your budget and the number of people you will be. For example, for a convivial stay, such as at home, in large numbers, the best is undoubtedly to rent a cottage. Mountain and cozy atmosphere near the fire guaranteed! It is also the best way if you want to enjoy a home-cooked meal with several people. If there are fewer of you, renting an apartment may be the best option in terms of price. On site, you can spend a convivial moment and cook a chef's dinner! Otherwise, the solution that allows you to be the most relaxed is the hotel. Nothing to do, nothing to prepare, just to relax and enjoy the moment. If you go with several people, everyone has their own room, to choose according to the budget, no rush in the bathroom in the morning or in the evening. At the hotel Le Refuge des Aiglons, there is even a spa to treat yourself to a luxurious stay and celebrate the new year relaxed. Spending the end of year holidays in the mountains is not as expensive as you might think. There are solutions for all budgets and if you want to take advantage of the best prices, there are a few tips to know. Whether it's Christmas or New Year's Eve in the mountains, it's best to plan in advance to get the best price.
Photo credit: OT Chamonix — Ilaria Menchini
