Day trip to Courmayeur from Chamonix
From the Chalet in Chamonix it is the same distance to go to Le Tour as it is to go to Courmayeur. Admittedly you have to go through the Mont Blanc Tunnel which has a price but it’s pretty easy. … Read on…
Category Archives: Piste conditions
January skiing
This season seems to be shaping up nicely with loads of snow and cold temperatures. Last week we had a lot of weather and this week has seen the return of sunshine. We have even managed to get a little … Read on…
Blue skies and cold temperatures
The snow condition has been brilliant thanks to the cold temperatures in the Chamonix valley. The pistes to the valley floor on the south facing ski areas have not had enough snow to open. Everywhere else has been stunning. Perfectly … Read on…
Opening day at Domaine de Balme
It is amazing just how much fun can be had in a ski area when all that is open is a gondola to get you up the hill and two chairlifts. No lift lines and acres of completely untracked powder. … Read on…
Winter has definitely started
The lift system opened partially last weekend and was busy. Poor visibility didn’t put off the crowds and skiers and boarders were out doing their thing at La Flegere and Grands Montets. Early guests at the chalet are on ski … Read on…
So much Snow in Chamonix Valley
What a great start to the Winter Ski Season. We have bucket loads of snow. The pistes are in fine form and we have already had more powder days than you can count on one hand. The dream forest area … Read on…
Great pre Christmas snow conditions in Chamonix
So far the weather Gods have been smiling on us in Chamonix. We have enjoyed loads of snowfall up high giving a solid base for the winter season 2023-2024. This weekend has seen the return of sunny weather which has … Read on…
Chamonix is deep in snow
What an amazing start to the winter ski season. Grands Montets is already open and the other ski domains are to open this coming weekend. There is snow in the streets and about 2m of snow at 2000m. We have … Read on…
Ups and Downs Highs and Lows
Recent snowfall has given a couple of superb blue sky powder days, swiftly followed by rain to above 2000m. It is now raining again in town and the forecst is for over a metre of snow at 1800m in the next 24hrs. Read on…
Short Ski Breaks and Long Weekends Skiing
Now taking bookings for short ski breaks and long weekends skiing in March and April. So if you fancy a cheeky ski break in a catered ski chalet in Chamonix then either send Breezy and email or use the contact … Read on…
