Chamonix - Mont Blanc
Chamonix is honestly world famous. At the foot of Mont Blanc (4808m. 15,770ft), the highest mountain in the Western Europe, Chamonix's alpine town atmosphere and breathtakingly spectacular scenery attract people from all over the globe. It boasts of having one of the highest cable cars in the world. The skiing, climbing and walking are all incroyable and are undeniably the best ways to combine sightseeing with adventure. But there is a lot that a pedestrian can see as well.
Attractions:
- Mont Blanc Mountain
- Take the Aiguille du Midi cable car at the for stunning views or the Brevent cable car
- You can also take a helicopter flight for some fantastic views
- Chamonix has 5 main ski lifts from one for the beginners to those for skiers.
- Take the scenic train or drive up the windy road to the Emosson dam situated on the Swiss/French border.
- Drive 1hr20mins to Lake Annecy to enjoy from the many activities it has to offer.
- Catch the Montenvers train from the valley floor to the impressive Mer de Glace glacier.