The 10 Best Budget-friendly Things to do in Chamonix, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes

February 15, 2022 Roger Rusk

As host of the first Winter Olympics in 1924, Chamonix will always have a place in the history books. Its main attractions are Mont-Blanc (Western Europe's tallest mountain) and the many ski areas that face the Chamonix Valley. Steep slopes and extreme weather conditions suit advanced skiers best, but there are also runs for beginners. Just make sure everyone in your party knows a green circle from a black diamond. Oh, and another note for the history books—Pierce Brosnan was here (filming a James Bond movie, The World Is Not Enough).
Restaurants in Chamonix

1. Les Ailes du Mont Blanc

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Les Ailes du Mont Blanc

Les Ailes du Mont-Blanc paragliding school is a team of passionate pilots and instructors, who love to share their passion for free flight with students and passengers alike. The school is powered by Sandie Cochepain ex paragliding world champion which is the guaranty of a hight level of teaching. Some of our students became also champion among the french team... The team will take you on a journey in the world of free flying. From spectacular tandem flights around the Chamonix valley, teaching you to take your first solo flights through to cross country flying and high mountain “para-alpanisme”, such as from Mt. Blanc itself. In the winter the team can take you speedriding, a new sport for good skiers combining the sensations of freeride skiing with free flying using mini wings.

2. Kailash Adventure

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Kailash Adventure

Kailash Adventure is an high mountain guides office, a ski school and a paragliding school in Chamonix Mont Blanc. Our activities are: Mont Blanc ascent, rock and ice climbing, mountaineering, learning ski, off-pist skiing, ski touring, hiking, traveling and paragliding in high mountains.

3. Chamonix Parapente

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Chamonix Parapente

Just an urge, a personal challenge, an anniversary or simply a dream. Any excuse is a good one. Our two seater flights are accessible to all ages. We will choose the flight best suited to you to leave you with an inforgettable memory.

4. OXO Canyoning

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5.0 based on 153 reviews

OXO Canyoning

Getting Seriously Wet ! Abseil, Jump Into Deep Pools, Make Wicked Slides In Amazing Gorge Landscapes... Chamonix Area Is Home For The Greatest Canyons. For A Family Introduction, A Half Day Sporty Trip Or A Full Day Adventure, Oxo Guides Will Take You Out For An Unforgettable Experience.

5. Absolute Chamonix

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Absolute Chamonix

Enjoy a paragliding tandem flight with an amazing panorama of Mont-Blanc! With Caroline Brille, World Cup winner, live an exceptional experience in one of the most beautiful places in the world ... Caroline and her team offer a professional and friendly service. Our instructors are fully qualified and very experienced. Our gliders are equipped with emergency parachute and airbag. Paragliding activity is available to all adults and children. Call now to book, we will take care of you. On request some options are available : Photos/vidéo, Big Thrills/ Free style, Piloting, or "Fly with a Women Champion".

6. Massage Chamonix

65 rue des Moulins 1er Étage, 74400, Chamonix France +33 6 80 96 13 52 [email protected] http://www.massage-chamonix.com/
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Massage Chamonix

Reviewed By ginnyh44

Anne provides a wonderful massage! She listens to your body and to you on what you need. I took a 90 min massage after 5 days of skiing and appreciated the rest day with her. I decided to come back again before we leave Chamonix to get one more dose of Anne's healing art. Merci Merci!

7. Koalagrimpe

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Koalagrimpe

Come and get started the rock climbing with fun. Koalagrimpe is the specialist of the youngest and the oldest beginners from Chamonix to Saint Gervais. We are waiting for you

8. McFly

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McFly

mcfly paragliding chamonix Tandem flights are a unique experience in the air, a trip into the territory of birds. These flights are accessible to all, kids from you will only have to run about 10 meters to take off. The only gear you will need a pair of running shoes or hiking boots, trousers and a windbreaker. we provide the helmet. flights are possible every day, depending on the weather

9. Teresa Kaufman Photography - Discovery & Photo Walks

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Teresa Kaufman Photography - Discovery & Photo Walks

"Get in the picture" with these active and photogenic walks in the valley of Chamonix while discovering it's stunning scenery, alpine architecture and unique mountain life-style. Created for world travelers and photographers of all sorts: from smart-phone addicts to passionate and experienced photographers ... But more than a photo walk, these are, above all, DISCOVERY walks which take the visitor behind the scenes into more confidential corners of the valley yet always seeking to be in the most photogenic settings. The walks are proposed in a private One to One formula, in either English or French. Choose from a variety of themes and itineraries - from the nooks and crannies of downtown to the little-known valley hamlets with their own unique atmosphere and traditions. Included on each walk is a mini-photoshoot : I will photograph you, your friends & pets with your own camera or smart-phone so that you will have the perfect souvenir to illustrate and share your experience.

10. Mountain Drop-offs

58 allee Louis Lachenal, 74400, Chamonix France +33 4 50 47 17 73 [email protected] http://www.mountaindropoffs.com/
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Mountain Drop-offs

Mountain Drop-offs is Chamonix's longest running and most reliable airport transfer company. Operating 365 days a year we offer shared, private and VIP transfers to destinations across the French, Italian and Swiss Alps. You can rely on us for door-to-door transfers, first class customer service and hassle free transportation from Geneva Airport to your holiday destination. In the winter, skis and snowboards are transported for free and in the summer, bikes in suitable bags or boxes are also carried free of charge. Our English and French speaking office team and our experienced drivers are all committed to ensuring you travel in comfort and safety in our modern fleet of vehicles. Resort destinations include: Les Houches, Chamonix, Argentiere, Le Tour, Vallorcine, St Gervais, Megeve, Les Contamines, Les Gets, Morzine, Avoriaz as well as La Plagne, Tignes, Val d'Isere and destinations such as Veriber in Switzerland and Courmayeur in Italy.

Reviewed By 2Everetts - Vernon, Canada

Booking online was easy and straight forward, the pick up from the Geneva airport went very well and our driver ( Daniel ) was friendly and efficient and a good driver. Thanks

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