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Top Rated for
4.50 (42 Ratings)
Beginners
4.47 (367 Ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.37 (384 Ratings)
Eating Out
4.31 (338 Ratings)
Off-Piste
4.26 (391 Ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.25 (389 Ratings)
Groomed Runs
Beginner 15%
Intermediate 36%
Advanced 36%
Expert 13%
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4.16
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Total Runs
1252
Bottom Elevation
3275
Top Elevation
120
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How Skiers Rate Chamonix

4.16 (396 ratings)
Overall Rating
3.79 (386 ratings)
Value for Money
3.72 (380 ratings)
Quiet Slopes
3.82 (376 ratings)
Après-Ski
4.47 (367 ratings)
Accommodation Options
4.14 (336 ratings)
Family Friendliness
4.25 (389 ratings)
Groomed Runs
3.89 (337 ratings)
Powder Zones
3.34 (342 ratings)
Tree Runs
3.36 (326 ratings)
Mogul Fields
4.31 (338 ratings)
Off-Piste
3.00 (321 ratings)
Snow Parks
4.26 (391 ratings)
Lift Efficiency
4.37 (384 ratings)
Eating Out
4.23 (190 ratings)
Ski School Quality
4.50 (42 ratings)
Beginners
4.02 (130 ratings)
Intermediates
4.18 (160 ratings)
Advanced
4.17 (64 ratings)
Experts
4.10 (81 ratings)
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What Skiers Say About Chamonix

Chamonix attracts predominantly intermediate to advanced skiers and snowboarders, with many reviewers noting the resort is less suitable for complete beginners due to steep, challenging terrain. The resort comprises multiple separate ski areas accessed by free buses, which reviewers mention frequently as both convenient and occasionally frustrating. Off-piste skiing and steep groomers receive consistent praise from advanced riders, whilst the town itself is described as lively with good restaurants and bars, though dining and accommodation are repeatedly flagged as expensive. Several reviewers mention that runs can be narrow and that lift infrastructure feels dated in places. Weather-dependent snow cover at lower elevations and avalanche-related closures are noted across multiple visits.

AI-generated summary based on verified skier reviews

  • off-piste terrain
  • steep challenging runs
  • town atmosphere
  • restaurant variety
  • Mont Blanc views
  • free ski buses
  • expensive accommodation
  • expensive dining
  • limited beginner terrain
  • separate ski areas
  • busy queues
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Louise
advanced snowboarder 🏂
Jan, 5 2024
really great domain for powder after it snows but end of the day slopes are not the best, a lot of bumps. Depends on the snow and if you want good powder you have to come early if you want to trace because it is reputed for powderrrr
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Israel
intermediate snowboarder 🏂
Jan, 2 2024
Mountain is ok.
Too many people in New Years holidays.
The lines to get in the lifts are ridiculously unorganized, there is no flags or markers to divide the lanes so people are just all of them over you when trying to get the lift, food in latitud 2000 is awesome, the bar and the first restaurant food is really bad but the views are nice, in general is a good ski resort to get to know, but not in holidays.
The shuttle bus also has terrible organization, the stops for the buses are not marked so the bus stops wherever he wants and people have to run to catch the bus, I would also ad flags to divide lanes in order to take the bus.
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Dana
advanced skier ⛷️
Jan, 1 2024
This review is specific to Chamonix - Grand Montets. This resort is perfect for intermediate-Advanced to Expert skiers due to the large amount of off piste skiing. There are 9 lifts and 20 pistes according to the ski map, but dont let that fool you, as the entirety of the front face of the mountain is skiable.

Le Refugio de Lognan is a charming lunch spot but is a bit off the beaten path - as are most memorable spots!
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Matiss
intermediate snowboarder 🏂
Dec, 23 2023
The resort was an amazing visit, got recommended by a close friend who went with his family there, and when I went to the ski resort, makes me wanna go again, the experience was amazing, having a 4 night stay there for holiday as I am from UK and there's no snow here , however hours of snowboarding was truly amazing and adventurous experience. The holiday was worth the money and it was really fun for the entire family there, the food was nice aswell.
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Sinéad
intermediate skier ⛷️
Dec, 22 2023
Good place, amazing town and loads of different mountains to ski to keep it fresh.
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Paul
intermediate skier ⛷️
Dec, 21 2023
Great place, great skiing, pistes are great for intermediate skiers
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Yami
beginner skier ⛷️
Dec, 20 2023
I went to Chamonix for the skiing and wasn't disappointed. Fabulous pistes - unsurpassed views - breathtaking glaciers. We had fresh snow and blues skies. Getting between areas needs planning - but I went to Chamonix in the half-term week and although it was busy I had no problems with queues. Lifts are dated but they still get you up the mountain, food at restaurants was good quality albeit a little on the pricey side. Would recommend to other beginners like myself!
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Ben
intermediate skier ⛷️
Dec, 19 2023
Absolutely fantastic place to ski, steeped in heritage! A great selection of restaurants in town and wed really recommend le Monchu

Only downside is having to get a bus to most of the ski areas each morning and back in the evening
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Joe
advanced skier ⛷️
Dec, 19 2023
Very good trip Ive visited a few times and found it excellent fun right at the base of Mont Blanc it can get quite busy however the off piste is good and the groomed runs are kept nice as smooth overall an amazing resort
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Jack
expert skier ⛷️
Dec, 15 2023
Chamonix is a classic French ski resort and is one of the oldest. It offered fantastic shopping and dining options in its larger-than-usual central resort town and even has an ice hockey arena. It is slightly unique in that its ski areas are spread out along the valley and so there isnt a great amount of interconnected skiing. Rather you must drive or catch the free shuttle buses, which can detract slightly from you enjoyment.

However, each ski area is well thought out and easily large enough to entertain you for at least a day. There is a large amount of beginner and exper terrain, but limited snow parks. There are plentiful off-piste/backcountry options available, but there are significantly dangerous areas so please do use a guide or be very familiar with the terrain before you go. Chamonix is definitely worth a visit!
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Morten
expert skier ⛷️
Nov, 30 2023
Steep, powder, always great snow conditions, lots of off-piste options. Some real adventures ones.
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Mark
expert skier ⛷️
Nov, 30 2023
Excellent skiing & excellent views!
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James (Jay)
advanced snowboarder 🏂
Nov, 30 2023
This place and the whole Mont Blanc Massif is the place to be!
Chamonix has areas to learn, long wide runs for intermediates and more than enough for experienced riders.

I have been going here for over 20 years (and several seasons) and I still haven't ridden everything!

If you're bored with where you ride at the moment, go here!
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Andrew
advanced skier ⛷️
Nov, 29 2023
Fabulous easily accessible off piste and advanced piste runs. Cant wait for the top lift to be rebuilt after the fire to gain access to the itinerary runs again.
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Bill
advanced skier ⛷️
Nov, 29 2023
Great destination for a weekend break. Close access to Geneva and good local bus service around the town.

Varied skiiing high enough to be pretty snow sure and enough for a good weekend.

Lively bars and super choise of dining options in town. Plenty to do off the pistes in Chamonix too
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Paulo
expert snowboarder 🏂
Nov, 29 2023
As a snowboard instructor who likes off piste, Les Houches doesn't have that much to offer but if you are into fast, long pistes in a holiday atmosphere and good restaurants then you'll love it on the right day, when it's not icy for example. They groom the pistes really well there and the trees are beautiful. If you are a beginner who struggles with narrow paths then it's best avoided, there are a lot of flat sections which can be very annoying too. It's not the best place for a first experience learning snowboarding and without the awesomeness of other resorts in the Chamonix valley I'd say it's best for intermediates and families with plenty of blue and red runs to get the wind in your hair.
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