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  • Hotel Auberge Le Manoir 8 route du Bouchet, Chamonix Mont Blanc 6.3/10 - 3 reviews Hotel Class 2 stars 24 Rooms
  • Hotel El Paso 37 impasse des Rhododendrons, Chamonix Mont Blanc 9.0/10 - 2 reviews 14 Rooms
  • Hotel Louvre Impasse Androsace, Chamonix Mont Blanc 8.0/10 - 2 reviews Hotel Class 1 stars 27 Rooms
  • Les Cimes Hotel 341 Ave Charles Feige, Megeve 10/10 - 1 review 8 Rooms
  • Hotel Val D'Este Place de l'Eglise, St Gervais Les Bains 10/10 - 1 review Hotel Class 2 stars 14 Rooms
  • Hotel Beausoleil Le Lavancher, Chamonix Mont Blanc 9.0/10 - 1 review Hotel Class 2 stars 15 Rooms
  • Hotel De L'Arve 60 impasse des Anémones, Chamonix Mont Blanc 9.0/10 - 1 review Hotel Class 2 stars 39 Rooms
  • Auberge Croix Blanche Hotel 81 Rue Vallot Chamonix Fr F, Chamonix 8.0/10 - 1 review 35 Rooms
  • Hotel Au Bon Coin 80 av. Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix Mont Blanc 8.0/10 - 1 review Hotel Class 2 stars 20 Rooms
  • Hotel De L'Aiguille Verte 683 Rue Joseph Vallot, Chamonix Mont Blanc 7.0/10 - 1 review Hotel Class 1 stars 12 Rooms
  • Hotel Le Prieure Allée du Recteur Payot,, Chamonix Mont Blanc 7.0/10 - 1 review Hotel Class 3 stars 91 Rooms
  • Dolonne Hotel Via Della Vittoria 66, Courmayeur 2.0/10 - 1 review Hotel Class 3 stars 26 Rooms
  • Hotel Les Gourmets Et Italy 96 rue de Lyret, Chamonix Mont Blanc 1.0/10 - 1 review Hotel Class 3 stars 37 Rooms
  • Hotel Alpina 79 av. du Mont Blanc, B.P.135, Chamonix Mont Blanc 1.0/10 - 1 review Hotel Class 3 stars 136 Rooms
  • Hotel La Savoyarde 28 route des Moussoux, Chamonix Mont Blanc 1.0/10 - 1 review Hotel Class 3 stars 14 Rooms

Weekend Breaks to Chamonix

Planning a short break to Chamonix? Check out Travel Library's recommended Top 10 Things To Do in Chamonix. It's a perfect companion for weekend city breaks to Chamonix. Once you've been you can add your own tips and suggestions to help other visitors.

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Top 10 Things in Chamonix on a Short Break

Mont Blanc

Mont Blanc is the main attraction of Chamonix, and is not to be missed when visiting the town. This towering mountain range on the Italian border with France, with it's highest peak measuring almost 16,000 feet, is the second highest mountain in Europe.

The views are spectacular and the cable ride up to the top is an adventure of a lifetime. There are also some hiking trails you can follow, or you can do some mountain climbing. Mont Blanc is all about beauty and adventure.

Mer de Glace

Located just out of Chamonix and is well worth the trip. Behind the train station of Chamonix you will find another little station, where the Montenvers mountain railway departs from. It takes you up to an altitude of around 2000m to La Mer de glace, which is 7 km long and 1,2 km wide. You can walk down to it by following easy trails; visit the ice-cave; the several small museums; or just admire the beautiful view. The Mer de Glace should not be missed on your first visit to Chamonix.

Alpine Museum

La Residence, avenue Michel Croz. This museum is a great place to start off your sightseeing of Chamonix. The museum's ehibitions provide an accurate and interesting account of the history of the valley. On two floors of the museum there is an amazing range of exhibits, which display the geological and human history of Chamonix. The museum is open December to June everyday from 15h00 - 19h00; and June to October everyday from 14h00 - 19h00. Admission is $6 for adults and $2.90 for children.

Chamonix Snowpark

Telesiege du Mont-Blanc. This is a great place to go if you're looking to have some fun outdoors in the snow. There is a bar and cafe; a great Dj providing some excellent music; and a few snowboarding shops. The snowpark has a great halfpipe and many other ramps and courses designed for all snowboarders, from beginners to advanced. Even if you don't feel like hitting the snow, its a great place to chill and watch the other snowboarders. When in Chamonix in winter, don't miss out on all the fun at the Snowpark.

Montenvers Museum

Located at Mer de Glace. After taking the scenic train ride to Mer de Glace and taking in the breathtaking views of the lake and its surroundings, a visit to the Montenvers Museum is highly recommended. The museum exhibits documents on the Mer de Glace and the construction of the Montenvers railway; ancient objects; old prints; and an amazing collection of crystals. The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 10h00 - 17h00. Admission is $1 for adults and free for children.

Restaurant Matafan

62 allee du Majestic. This is the best restaurant in Chamonix, and has a decor of soft pastels and handwoven tapestries, arranged around a central pentagonal fireplace. They serve a range of excellent local dishes, specialities include omble chevalier meuniere; medallions of veal in a white truffle sauce; and rack of lamb roasted with herbs. They have an excellent cellar, which contains over 500 different wines. The restaurant is open everyday from 12h00 - 14h00 and 19h00 - 22h00.

Aiguilles Rouges Nature Reserve

The entrance is on the Col des Montets. This amazing Nature Reserve extends from an altitude of 1200 metres above sea level at Argentiere, to just under 3000 metres at the summit of Belvedere. The nature reserve is home to a large variety of different plants and wildlife. This is a great place for the whole family, and is a good place to relax and take a break from all the activities in town. The reserve is open from the 1st of June to the 15 September everday from 09h00 - 12h30 and 13h30 - 18h30.

Casino du Chamonix

12pl Saussure, in the centre of town. The Casino, housed in an old building, is a great place to spend an evening playing games and, hopefully, striking it lucky. The tables are found upstairs and the slot machines are all located downstairs, there are many games to choose from, from black jack to Roulette. If you need to take a break from winning large amounts of money, go to Le Cafe Royal in the casino, which offers a calm and relaxing atmosphere. The casino is open everyday and is restricted to people 18 years and over.

Jeu de Paume

705 route du Chapeau. This is one of the most popular hotels in the area, located in the small hamlet of Lavancher. It has amazing views of the Aiguilles of Chamonix and the Mont-Blanc mountains. The hotel offers a range of services, including a restaurant; a bar; pool; sauna; jacuzzi; and hammam. The stylish and cozy rooms all have a TV; telephone; minibar; safe; small living room; and a full bathroom. There are also many outdoor activities provided by the hotel.

For more information visit the hotel's website: www.jeudepaumechamonix.com/

Le Blue Night Disco

22 rue Paccard. If you're looking for a chilled-out and slightly relaxed night out on the town, this is the place to go. The dance floor occupies a very old vaulted cellar and the music is at a level allowing conversation.

This is a great place to have a good time; meet new people; and have good conversation.

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