Exploring Chamonix

Although I’ve been living in BC—aka skiers’ paradise—for several years now, I still love to travel and discover new places to ski. In the winter of 2019–2020, I decided to visit the French Alps for the season. During my time there, I met up with a friend in Chamonix who suggested we spend a day in the Brévent-Flégère area. I liked the idea of exploring a spot that was less popular but had just as much to offer. And, I have to say, I was not disappointed. The view was so spectacular, it was sometimes hard to focus on the skiing! This visit reminded me of my first trip to the area in 2009, when I had skied the Italian side in Courmayeur and my stay in 2013, when I explored the Vallée Blanche with the help of a guide (an extraordinary experience I highly recommend).

Chamonix is definitely so much more than just the Aiguille du Midi! Indeed, as the birthplace of skiing, this classic destination will amaze and charm you with every visit! And, don’t forget that your ski pass gives you access to all three countries: France, Switzerland and Italy! //

– Marie Duchesneau, Special contributor

For skiing in Chamonix, you have two options to choose from:

1. CHAMONIX Le Pass:

• Skiing from 1000m to 2500m in Chamonix.
• Unlimited access to the ski areas of the Compagnie du Mont-Blanc:
  • Brévent-Flégère
  • Le Tour – Balme – Vallorcine
  • Argentière – Les Grands-Montets
• Access to beginner zones in the valley bottom: Le Savoy, Les Planards, La Vormaine.
• Free shuttle service with Chamonix Bus within the Chamonix – Mont-Blanc municipality.

2. MONT-BLANC Unlimited (MBU Pass):

• Everything included in the CHAMONIX Le Pass PLUS:
  • Unlimited access to the Aiguille du Midi cable car.
  • Unlimited access to the Montenvers – Mer de Glace train, including the cable car, Ice Cave, Crystal Gallery, and Glaciorium.
  • Unlimited access to the Mont-Blanc Tramway (Le Fayet – Bellevue).
  • Unlimited access to the Courmayeur – Italy ski area (with the MBU pass valid for 2 days or more).
  • Unlimited access to the Les Houches ski area.
  • Unlimited access to the Evasion Mont Blanc ski area upon presenting the MBU pass at the Megève or Saint Gervais ticket offices (MBU valid for 2 days or more).
  • Free inter-station shuttle service in the Chamonix Valley (from Les Houches to Le Tour).

Note for the 2023-2024 season: The partnership with the Verbier/4 Valleys ski area in Switzerland has ended. No discounts are now offered with the MBU pass.