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Chamonix Ski Chalet, Self Catering Apartment Accommodation

CHAM'SKI Ski for all seasons

Ski Details - Chamonix   Ski lifts 49   Marked runs 74   Longest Run (Miles) 12   Miles of Piste 100+   Snow Cannons 35   Cross Country (Miles) 25   Cross Country (Miles) 8

Chamonix & the Mont-Blanc area are generous to skiers, be they beginners or experts. There are twelve different areas spread over four cardinal points of the valley which are linked with a superb bus service which is included as part of the Ski Pass Mont-Blanc, Chamonix Le Pass or Mont-Blanc Unlimited lift pass. The Ski Pass Mont-Blanc lift pass gives you access to 13 resorts in the area which include Courmayeur, Les Contamines, St Gervais and Megeve while the Chamonix Le Pass & Mont-Blanc Unlimited pass is valid on the lifts of the Chamonix valley.  The area offers snow qualities to suit all levels; cross-country skiing is also catered for with a 42Km network of trails suitable for all abilities. The nearest ski lift to Le Chalet du Lac is just 100m away at La Flégère.

La Flégère (1050m - 2450m)

1.5Km above Chamonix in the village of Les Praz a modern cable car whisks you to La Flégère on the south facing side of the valley. From La Flégère there are a variety of pistes and trails with exceptional views of the Mer de Glace and the whole of the Mont-Blanc range. There are wide sun-soaked gullies just waiting to be skied by skiers of all abilities from the complete beginner to the outrageously adventurous. There is also a link with Le Brévent lift system.

On the sunny south facing side of the valley close to Chamonix town center Le Brévent lift system offers a variety of pistes where all skiers, what ever their ability, will find runs to delight them. The surroundings are majestic; this is a remarkable natural belevedere. The summit of the Brévent offers a panoramic circular view of Mont-Blanc, the Aiguilles peaks of Chamonix, the Fiz massif and the Aravis mountains. There is a link with La Flégèrellift system.

 This prestigious ski area, partly on glaciers, has an international reputation because of the extent of its routes and trails spread over three different bowls. The length of the trails and the exceptional vertical (3,300m down to 1,200m) combined with the exceptional snow quality throughout the season make it a must for skiers and snowboarders alike.

LESSONS: All of the ski areas have good ski school facilities run by the E.S.F. (French ski school). Lessons can be pre-arranged either with a group or on a 1:1 basis. There's a whole range of options depending on your requirements   Ski school is bookable in advance and can be booked online at the ESF website. The main office of ESF Chamonix Mont-Blanc is located right in the center of Chamonix at the Maison de la Montagne, directly across from the Tourist Office.

ESF de Chamonix Mont-Blanc - Maison de la Montagne - place de l'église - 74400 Chamonix Mont-blanc
Tel : + 33 4 50 53 22 57 Fax : + 33 4 50 53 65 30
Web site: www.esf-chamonix.com   Email : infoski@esf-chamonix.com

See Children's Page for ski school details for kids.

SKI HIRE

Ski & Snowboard hire is available locally from Praz Sports just 250m from Le Chalet du Lac.  Praz Sports is located in the village high street on the left hand side.  Ski hire can be arranged on arrival or can be pre-booked, with15% discount, via the Praz Sports Web Site.  Click here for full details..... more