Chamonix lies in one of the most spectacular valleys of the French Alps. The area is dominated by deeply crevassed glaciers and of Mont Blanc. In late spring and summer, the glaciers and high-altitude snow and ice serve as a backdrop for meadows and hillsides carpeted with wildflowers, shrubbery and trees.
For keen walkers and skiers travelers can take advantage of over 125 miles (200km) of downhill and cross-country skiing trails. Several miles from the summit of Mont Blanc is the solitary spire of rock known as the Aigulle du Midi. Not to be missed is, a several kilometres from the summit of Mont Blanc that stretches across glaciers and snow fields. Easily accessible, the views from the top are postcard-perfect.
Other activities in and around Chamonix include mountain biking, parasailing, ice-skating and screaming down a spit-shined summer luge track. The Swiss town of Martigny is only 40km (25m) north of Chamonix, should you wish to border hop for watch repairs or chocolate. |
