During the summer months, Chamonix, France is a spectacular outdoor destination in Europe. Visitors can ride the cable cars high into the mountains for breathtaking views of Mont Blanc, hikers can explore trails that lead to hidden lakes and massive glaciers, and families can explore ice caves and nature parks.
Whether you are here for a few days to get to know this outdoor paradise, or you are here to start a multi-day trek (both the Tour du Mont Blanc and the Walker’s Haute Route start here), we would love to help you plan the perfect trip to Chamonix.
We visited Chamonix in July, spending 5 days here before hiking the Walker’s Haute Route. Five days was the perfect amount of time to hike some trails, get to know the town of Chamonix, and journey up to Aiguille du Midi to get an up-close view of Mont Blanc.
In this guide, get an overview on the best things to do in Chamonix and learn how to plan your Chamonix itinerary, depending on your travel style and available time.
Best Things to Do with 5 Days in Chamonix
Here is a list of the best things to do in Chamonix in the summer. For the full list, and more information about each activity, take a look at our article Best Things to Do in Chamonix.
- Visit Aiguille du Midi
- Ride the Panoramic-Mont Blanc cable car
- Grand Balcon Nord Hike
- Visit Montenvers and the ice cave
- Hike to Lac Blanc
- Ride the Brévent cable car
- Ride the Tramway du Mont Blanc
- Go paragliding
- Hike to Argentière Glacier
- Spend some time in Chamonix
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Daily Chamonix Itinerary Suggestions
Each itinerary listed below is a one day itinerary for Chamonix. From these, pick your favorites and them string them together to create the Chamonix itinerary that fits your travel style and available time.
Note: These itineraries are written for a visit to Chamonix from mid-June through mid-September, when the cable cars are running and the trails are (mostly) free of snow. Be aware that in some years snow can linger on the higher trails into early July. Cable cars are not open all year, typically closing in spring and fall for maintenance. The Aiguille du Midi cable car closes for maintenance in November.
The first three itineraries are rather similar, as they all include Aiguille du Midi. When visiting Aiguille du Midi, you have the option to add on one to two hikes, so there are several different ways to plan this day.
DAY #1 Aiguille du Midi + Chamonix
This itinerary is geared towards those who want to visit Aiguille du Midi without adding on a long hike. Rather that hiking in the afternoon, spend some time in the town of Chamonix.
Morning: Aiguille du Midi
Aiguille du Midi is a mountain peak in the Mont Blanc massif. Riding the cable car to this peak for a view of Mont Blanc is the #1 thing to do in Chamonix. This is just about as close as you can get to Mont Blanc without climbing it.
Visiting Aiguille du Midi is one of Chamonix’s most expensive experiences. Riding the cable car is not cheap, but it is worth it. We have ridden many cable cars in Europe and this is one of the best.
For the best experience, book your tickets at least a few days in advance. Watch the weather forecast and make your purchase for the day with the clearest weather.
It is also best to visit Aiguille du Midi in the morning. Clouds and thunderstorms frequently occur in the afternoon, so it is best to plan your visit as early in the day as possible.
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Aiguille du Midi Mountain Station
Panoramic Mont-Blanc
How to Visit Aiguille du Midi
We cover ticket options, things to do at Aiguille du Midi, whether or not it is worth it add on the Panoramic-Mont Blanc cable car, and lots of helpful tips in our Guide to Aiguille du Midi.
A visit here lasts 2 to 3 hours. If you add on the Panoramic-Mont Blanc cable car, add on another 2 to 3 hours.
Afternoon: Chamonix
Plan de l’Aguille is the transfer station between Chamonix and Aiguille du Midi. When you ride the cable car back Chamonix, you have the option to get off here and have lunch at the mountain hut, Bar de Plan de l’Aguille. The view of Mont Blanc is also very nice from here. After lunch, ride the cable back to Chamonix.
Bar de Plan de l’Aguille
Spend the remainder of day in Chamonix town. There are several museums to visit, you can go shopping, and kids will love a ride on the alpine coaster. Chamonix is a beautiful town and if the skies stay clear, you will still have great views of Mont Blanc.
Chamonix
DAY #2 Aiguille du Midi + Grand Balcon Nord Trail
Today combines two of our favorite things to do in Chamonix: a visit to Aiguille du Midi plus a spectacular point-to-point hike.
Morning: Aiguille du Midi
Spend the morning at Aiguille du Midi. Ideally, ride an early cable car (preferable no later than 8 am), to ensure you have enough time to also finish the hike.
Take a look at our guide to Aiguille du Midi for important planning information, pricing, and lots of photos ↓
Aiguille du Midi + Panoramic Mont-Blanc: The Ultimate Guide
Everything you need to know to plan a visit to Aiguille du Midi.Afternoon: Grand Balcon Nord Hike
The Grand Balcon Nord trail is one of the best hikes in Chamonix. The views of Mont Blanc and Chamonix are breathtaking. And since this is point-to-point and mostly downhill (in this direction) it is not overly difficult.
By adding the Grand Balcon Nord hike onto a visit to Aiguille du Midi, it saves you the time, money, and hassle of reserving tickets on the Aiguille du Midi cable car twice during your visit to Chamonix.
At the start of the hike. In the background is Mont Blanc and the cable car to Aiguille du Midi.
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Map of the Grand Balcon Nord Trail and the cable car to Aiguille du Midi
Trailhead: The Grand Balcon Nord Hike starts at Plan de L’Aiguille, the transfer station between Aiguille du Midi and Chamonix. Once finished at Aiguille du Midi, ride the cable car to this station.
Before starting the hike, we had lunch at Bar de Plan de l’Aguille, a small mountain hut.
Trail Stats: This point-to-point hike is 6.8 km/4.2 miles and takes 2 to 4 hours. It is an easy to moderate trail, mostly downhill in this direction, and it ends in Montenvers. From Montenvers, take the train to Chamonix.
Trail Guide: We cover exactly how to do this hike in our Grand Balcon Nord Hiking Guide, with maps, elevation profiles, photos, and helpful tips ↓
Grand Balcon Nord Hike: Best Direction, Hiking Stats, Photos & Tips
A step-by-step guide to the Grand Balcon Nord Trail.Once in Montenvers, ride the train to Chamonix. The final train is at 5 or 5:30 pm, depending on the date. Get the updated schedule and confirm the final time of the train before you do this hike.
DAY #3 Aiguille du Midi, Grand Balcon Nord & Ice Cave
This is a massive day as it combines three experiences into a huge day of sightseeing and hiking.
This is not for everyone. You have to start early and hike fast, to make it to Montenvers in time for the final train. This is what we did, and here is our timeline (we are very fast hikers and we were just about to start the Walker’s Haute Route, one of the toughest multi-day treks in Europe):
8:20 am: Aiguille du Midi and Panoramic Mont-Blanc
12:30 pm: Lunch at Plan de l’Aiguille
1:00 pm: Grand Balcon Nord Hike
3:00 pm: Mer de Glace ice cave
4:00 pm: Train to Chamonix
Mer de Glace is the largest glacier in France. A gondola whisks you to the terminus of the glacier, where you can then visit the ice cave. Budget an hour to an hour and a half for this experience, which accounts for some time waiting in line to ride the gondola.
The key to making this day work is to start early, do the Panoramic Mont-Blanc as soon as it opens, and hike at a relatively fast pace. If you miss the train to Chamonix, you will have a long, downhill hike into town. I recommend starting at 7 am (8:20 am was the earliest we could get when we booked our Aiguille du Midi tickets).
Mer de Glace Ice Cave | Chamonix Itinerary
DAY #4 Mer de Glace Ice Cave & Grand Balcon Nord Hike
If you like the idea of hiking the Grand Balcon Nord trail and visiting the Mer de Glace ice cave, but don’t want to combine it with Aiguille du Midi, you can split Aiguille du Midi and the hike into two different days.
The Grand Balcon Nord hike is a point-to-point hike and it can be done in either direction.
Starting at Plan de l’Aiguille
If you start at Plan de l’Aiguille (the transfer station between Chamonix and Aiguille du Midi), it is an overall downhill walk, so it is much easier in this direction.
The big downside is that you are walking away from Mont Blanc, so you will periodically have to turn around to see it. The second issue is that you will be boarding the cable car with those traveling to Aiguille du Midi, so you will have to make another cable car reservation, even though you are not going all of the way up the mountain.
In this direction, ride the cable car to Plan de l’Aiguille, hike the Grand Balcon Nord trail, visit the ice cave, and ride the train from Montenvers to Chamonix.
Starting in Montenvers
If you start in Montenvers, this hike becomes a mostly uphill walk. You will have views of Mont Blanc for most of this hike, but with that you will climb roughly 600 meters (2,000 feet), so this hike becomes moderate to strenuous in difficulty.
However, transportation is easier, with a train ride to Montenvers and a cable car ride to Chamonix, no advance reservations are necessary.
In this direction, ride the train from Chamonix to Montenvers, visit the ice cave, hike the Grand Balcon Nord trail, and ride the cable car from Plan de l’Aiguille to Chamonix.
Grand Balcon Nord Trail
Day #5 Lac Blanc Hike
Hiking to Lac Blanc is another must-have experience in Chamonix. This hike is shorter than the Grand Balcon Nord, offers stunning views of Mont Blanc, plus you get a scenic ride on a cable car + chairlift combo.
This hike is similar to the Grand Balcon Nord, as it is a high alpine trail. However, this one is located on the opposite side of Chamonix, so the views are a little bit different.
Lac Blanc
On this hike, you get some amazing views of Mont Blanc
We cover how to do this hike in our Lac Blanc Trail Guide, including photos, a map of the hike + gondola route, a detailed trail guide. Here is a brief overview.
Lac Blanc Hiking Stats: This hike is 6.1 km/3.8 miles out-and-back. It has 360 meters (1,180 feet) of total ascent, placing it between easy and moderate in difficulty. It takes about 2 to 4 hours to do the hike. The entire experience will take 4 to 6 hours, which accounts for transportation to and from Chamonix and the cable car and chairlift rides.
When to Do this Hike: The best time to do this hike is in the afternoon, when Mont Blanc is illuminated by the afternoon sun. In the morning, you will be looking towards the sun to see Mont Blanc, and the sun glare can take away from the view and make photography difficult. However, crowds will be lowest in the morning and highest in the afternoon.
Starting Point: This hike starts in Les Praz, which is a small town near Chamonix. Take the train from Chamonix to Les Praz and then ride the Les Praz cable car and L’Index chairlift to get to the trailhead.
In the morning today, spend some leisurely time at your hotel, go shopping or go for stroll through Chamonix, or even sit down to lunch before heading out to Les Praz. We had a great lunch at Chalet Hotel Le Castel Chamonix, which is located between the gondola station and the train station in Les Praz.
Day #6 Brévent Cable Car & Chamonix
Morning: Brévent Cable Car
The Brévent Cable Car takes riders to one of the highest viewpoints over Chamonix. It is located on the opposite side of the valley from Mont Blanc and from here you get panoramic views of this mighty mountain and Chamonix.
This cable car ride starts right in Chamonix. Ride the gondola to Plan Praz and then transfer to the cable car to Brévent. At this point, you will be standing at 2,525 meters and the views are extraordinary.
A visit here can be very quick. You can simply enjoy the view, which is one of the best in Chamonix. Dine at La Panoramic, a restaurant that is famous for its amazing views of Mont Blanc. Those who are active and adventurous can spend the rest of the day up here, hiking to Lac Cornu or Aiguillette des Houches.
Afternoon: Chamonix
If you do not plan on hiking from Brévent, your visit will be rather quick. That will give you all afternoon in Chamonix. There are a lot of things to do in Chamonix that don’t require a cable car ride or hiking (see the full list in our article Best Things to Do in Chamonix) and here are some ideas for this afternoon:
Visit the Merlet Animal Park. This animal park is home to Sika deer, marmots, chamois, and ibex. A visit here lasts 2 to 4 hours and visits require an advance reservation.
Go paragliding. One of the best things to do in Chamonix in the summer is go paragliding. Imagine soaring over these mountains with views of Mont Blanc. There are several companies that offer tandem paragliding flights.
Ride the Alpine Coaster. This is a great activity for kids. It is located in the Chamonix Amusement Park.
Go white water rafting. Go white water rafting or riverboarding in the Arve River.
Visit a museum in Chamonix. Learn about the history of Chamonix and the first attempts to summit Mont Blanc at the Alpine Museum. The Crystal Museum has on display crystals from the Alps, France, Europe and other places around the world.
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Day #7 Tramway du Mont Blanc & Glacier des Bossons
Morning & Midday: Tramway du Mont Blanc
Riding the Tramway du Mont Blanc is an experience that takes 3 to 4 hours. This is the highest cogwheel train in France and it makes several stops, delivering passengers to mountain huts, restaurants, hiking trails, and viewpoints of the Bionnassay Glacier.
The highlight is the view of the Bionnassay Glacier from Nid d’Aigle (the Eagle’s Nest). Nid d’Aigle is the starting point for the summit up Mont Blanc. Note: due to an ongoing renovation project, the Eagle’s Nest is closed until summer 2026.
Tramway du Mont Blanc | Julia Kuznetsova/shutterstock.com
Board the tramway in either Le Fayet or Saint-Gervais, two towns located west of Chamonix. To get here, take the train from Chamonix.
Learn more about the experience here and get timetables here.
Afternoon: Glacier des Bossons
Glacier des Bossons is a glacier that runs down the mountain from Mont Blanc.
To get a view of this glacier, ride the chairlift (Télésiège Glacier Des Bossons) to a viewpoint of the glacier.
This is a great activity to do on your way back into Chamonix. To get here, ride the train to Gare de Les Bossons and it is a 15-minute walk to the bottom chairlift station. Once finished, it is a quick train ride to Chamonix.
Day #8 Hike to the Argentière Glacier
For jaw-dropping views of an active glacier, this is a great hike to add to your Chamonix itinerary.
This hike starts in Argentière, a neighboring town of Chamonix. Again, ride a cable car high up into the mountains and then it is a beautiful walk to get to viewpoints of the glacier.
For full details on the hike, refer to our Argentière Glacier Hiking Guide, which covers the logistics of getting here and what to expect on the hike ↓
How to Hike to Argentière Glacier | Chamonix, France
A step-by-step trail guide to hiking to Argentière Glacier.Argentière Glacier Hiking Stats: This hike is 4.7 km/2.9 miles out-and-back and can be done in 1.5 to 3 hours. There are a few add-ons and detours that can add on some additional time and distance to the hike. It has 250 meters (820 feet) of total elevation gain, making it an easy to moderate hike.
We recommend doing this hike in the morning, planning your start about the time that the Joran cable car starts running.
In the afternoon, ride the alpine coaster, visit the Merlet Animal Park, go white water rafting, or do something in and around Chamonix that you didn’t have time for earlier on this trip.
Chamonix Itinerary Suggestions
To plan your Chamonix itinerary, take your pick from the daily itineraries above. For example, if you have 2 days in Chamonix, pick your two favorite daily itineraries.
For recommendations on how to put all of this together, below are sample multi-day itineraries, putting together the daily itineraries.
One Day Chamonix Itinerary
If you only have one day in Chamonix, we recommend visiting Aiguille du Midi if skies are clear. You can visit Aiguille du Midi in the morning and spend some time in Chamonix in the afternoon or add on the Grand Balcon Nord trail.
To do this, follow days #1, #2, or #3.
Two Day Chamonix Itinerary
Day One: Visit Aiguille du Midi with the option to add on the Grand Balcon Nord trail and the Mer de Glace ice cave (days #1, #2, or #3).
Day Two: Lac Blanc Hike (day #5)
Lac Blanc hike | Chamonix Itinerary
Three Day Chamonix Itinerary
Day One: Visit Aiguille du Midi with the option to add on the Grand Balcon Nord trail and the Mer de Glace ice cave (days #1, #2, or #3).
Day Two: Lac Blanc Hike (day #5)
Day Three: Brévent Cable Car and sights in Chamonix (day #6) OR hike to the Argentiére Glacier (day #8)
Four Day Chamonix Itinerary
Day One: Visit Aiguille du Midi with the option to add on the Grand Balcon Nord trail and the Mer de Glace ice cave (days #1, #2, or #3).
Day Two: Lac Blanc Hike (day #5)
Day Three: Brévent Cable Car and sights in Chamonix (day #6)
Day Four: Mont Blanc Tramway and Glacier des Bossons (day #7) OR hike to the Argentiére Glacier (day #8)
Five Day Chamonix Itinerary
Day One: Visit Aiguille du Midi with the option to add on the Grand Balcon Nord trail and the Mer de Glace ice cave (days #1, #2, or #3).
Day Two: Lac Blanc Hike (day #5)
Day Three: Brévent Cable Car and sights in Chamonix (day #6)
Day Four: Mont Blanc Tramway and Glacier des Bossons (day #7)
Day Five: Hike to the Argentiére Glacier (day #8)
With so much time in Chamonix, you also have the option to split the Aiguille du Midi experience with the Grand Balcon Nord Hike into two different days, following Day #1 and Day #4.
How to Get to Chamonix
By Train
The best way to get to Chamonix is by train. It is easy to get to Chamonix from other cities in France and Europe by a high-speed rail network. Once you are in Chamonix, there is little need for a car, because it is very easy to get around by train, cable car, and gondola.
To check travel times, timetables, and pricing, visit the SNCF.com website or RailEurope.com.
By Plane
The closest airport is Geneva, Switzerland. From Geneva, take the train or a shared shuttle to Chamonix. It takes about an hour and a half to travel from Geneva to Chamonix.
By Car
If you have a rental car, you can drive to Chamonix, but once here, you won’t need it.
We had a rental car since prior to our visit we were hiking in the Dolomites. It was faster for us to travel to Chamonix by car than transfer multiple times by train. Once in Chamonix, we never used the car, choosing to get around by train instead, which was faster and more environmentally friendly.
We drove through the Aosta Valley in Italy, a gorgeous drive, entering Chamonix by way of the Tunnel du Mont Blanc, which is almost 12 km (7.2 miles) long. In our direction, from Italy into France, we didn’t have any traffic. But on several days while in Chamonix, we saw huge backups from France into Italy, so keep that in mind if you have plans to travel with a car and later enter Italy.
Gare de Les Bossons
How to Get Around Chamonix
The best way to get around Chamonix is by train. The train links Chamonix to the nearby small towns (Les Praz, Argentiére, Les Houches, Le Fayet, and Saint-Gervais) quickly and efficiently. Traveling by train is cheaper, more eco-friendly, and more convenient than driving and parking in and around Chamonix.
The Mont Blanc Multipass
The Mont Blanc Multipass is a money saving pass that includes most of the cable cars, gondolas, chairlifts, and tramways in and around Chamonix.
Included on the Mont Blanc Multipass:
- Aiguille du Midi
- Tramway du Mont Blanc
- Train to Montenvers
- La Flegere Cable Car and L’Index Chairlift
- Brévent Cable Car
- Glacier des Bossons Chairlift
You can see the full list of what is included on the official website.
The Multipass is sold by the number of days of your visit. With the pass, you will still need to reserve your time slot for Aiguille du Midi and the Tramway du Mont Blanc in advance. At places like the Brévent cable car, you simply scan your card to enter and get on the next available car. Not only does the pass save you money, it also saves you a lot of visits to ticket booths.
Get the full details, including pricing, on the official website.
Where to Eat in Chamonix
Our favorite restaurant was Chez Constant, which serves wonderful cheese fondue and French dishes. Make your reservation in advance.
Le Comptoir des Alpes is a Michelin-starred restaurant that gets rave reviews. We ate here on a night when the entire town lost power due to thunderstorm but they were still able to put together a fantastic dinner for us, despite the lack of power.
Josephine Restaurant is located on the main square in Chamonix. They serve traditional French cuisine in an outdoor and indoor setting.
Josephine Restaurant | Chamonix Itinerary
Every morning we got coffee and pastries at La Fournil Chamoniard and this place always had a line out the door.
Other places to try are Annapurna, Poco Loco, and Joia by Pizzeria Des Moulins.
Where to Stay in Chamonix
Be aware that many hotels in Chamonix do not have air conditioning. Normally that is not an issue, since the average daytime high in the summer is 21°C (70°F). During our visit in July, Europe was experiencing a heat wave and daytime temperatures repeatedly reached 32°C (90°F). If you find a hotel with air conditioning, that is a huge bonus.
LUXURY: Residence Le Cristal de Jade. This property offers suites as well as 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments with living areas and kitchenettes. There are washing machines onsite as well as a pool and spa. This is where we stayed and we loved it here, although without air conditioning, it was very warm in our room. It is located across the street from the Aiguille du Midi station and a short walk into the heart of Chamonix.
UPSCALE: Appart’hotel Bellamy Chamonix. This property also offers studios and 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments plus air conditioning! It is located a short distance outside of the Chamonix city center, with a 6-minute walk to the Aiguille du Midi station and a 10 minute walk into the town center.
MID-RANGE: Mont Blanc 43. This one bedroom apartment sleeps four people and comes with a kitchen, washing machine, and terrace with a view of Mont Blanc. It is located just outside the city center so it is a quick walk to everything.
MID-RANGE: Chalet Oryx. If you are traveling as a family or small group, this is a property to consider. There are two apartments to choose from, both with three bedrooms that can sleep six people. Each apartment has a kitchen, living area, and washing machine. This property sits a short walk outside of the Chamonix city center.
BUDGET: Hotel Richemond. This hotel sits in the city center of Chamonix so it is a quick walk to everything. Take your pick from single rooms, double rooms, and triple rooms. Some rooms have a small balcony with a view of the town.
The view from Aiguille du Midi
Frequently Asked Questions
Ideally, plan on spending at least three days in Chamonix. This gives you enough time to visit Aiguille du Midi, hike a few trails, and ride the cable cars and tramway to viewpoints of glaciers and Chamonix. 5 days is the perfect amount of time for a summer visit to Chamonix, so you can visit the top spots and hiking trails at a leisurely pace.
The best things to do in Chamonix in the summer are to visit Aiguille du Midi, ride the Panoramic Mont Blanc Cable Car, hike the Grand Balcon Nord trail, hike to Lac Blanc, ride the Tramway du Mont Blanc, visit Montenvers and the Mer de Glace ice cave, ride the Brévent Cable Car, and hike to Argentière Glacier.
The best time to go hiking in Chamonix is from July through mid-September, when the trails are free from snow and all of the cable cars and chairlifts are running.
Chamonix is a spectacular outdoor destination in Europe. In the summer, there are several relatively short and easy hikes that offer extraordinary views of Mont Blanc and Chamonix. In winter, this area is one of the best places to go skiing in Europe. Chamonix is also the starting point for the Tour du Mont Blanc and the Walker’s Haute Route, making it a must-visit spot for active, adventurous travelers.
If you have any questions about how to plan your Chamonix itinerary, let us know in the comment section below and we would be happy to help!
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