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Chamonix is a great place for ski touring (and backcountry snowboarding), simply to get beyond the lift lines or to explore the Mont Blanc Massif. The terrain around the Chamonix Valley is very varied which also makes it a great place to learn. Take a Mountain Guide and get out there for a couyple of days. There are loads of single day tours which take in a bit of climbing, a bit of boot packing, crampon work and rope work as well as navigation. Later in the winter season there are a series of Mountain Refuges open for touring between huts and there is also the famous Haute Route between Chamonix and Zermatt; a 7 day hut to hut trek through the mountains.

Ski Touring Aiguille du Midi to Helbronner and the Vallee Noire

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Dent du Geant

This is an amazing trip from the Aiguille du Midi on the French side over to the top of the Skyway lift in Italy for coffee. Then skiing the Vallee Noire down to the Montenvers to get back to Chamonix. … Read on… →

January skiing

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Breezy skiing off piste Chamonix

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

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Skiing Powder snow Chamonix

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… →

Winter has definitely started

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View over the valley from Flegere

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… →

Great pre Christmas snow conditions in Chamonix

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Breezy taking the steep line

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… →

Chalet girls calendar – Part 2

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Blue sky powder skiing

January has always been my favourite month of the winter ski season. Generally cold and plenty of snow. New Years Day is often a great ski day. Most folk are recovering from the festivities of the night before. The slopes are quiet and if we are lucky enough to have fresh snow to play with you can go fresh tracking all morning before anyone else joins in. Read on… →