A new cable car links these two popular areas. The Grands Montets is renowned as one of the world's most challenging ski areas. Its highest cable car rises to 10,000 feet, and if you are strong of leg, lung and courage, climb 121 metal steps to an observation deck offering arguably the best panorama in all the Alps. The Aiguille Verte and Dru Needles are awesomely steep. Other ski areas, such as Les Houches and Le Tour are known for gentler terrain.
Visitors have a choice of various kinds of ski pass.
What really sets Chamonix apart from all other resorts is the matchless abundance of off-piste terrain, explorations of chutes, snowfields, glaciers and high bowls that are best done with a guide. It's the snow-sliding excursion of a lifetime. Location Map Ski Packages Find package-trip and lodging deals at ski resorts, or browse winter backcountry trips. Work Outdoors at GORP Jobs Click Here. All rights reserved.