7 days in Chamonix Itinerary

"Situated near the massive peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges and, most notably, the Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix is one of the oldest ski resorts in France and known as the Alpine Capital of the World.

Venture out of the city with trips to Le Cirque du Fer a Cheval (in Sixt-Fer-a-Cheval), Pont des Amours (in Annecy) and Lac Leman (in Evian-les-Bains). The adventure continues: take in the awesome beauty at Glacier des Bossons, get to know the resident critters at Parc de Merlet, get around town with Mont-Blanc Tramway Tramway du Mont-Blanc, and take in panoramic vistas at Step Into the Void.

To see where to stay, ratings, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read Chamonix road trip planning tool.

Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) to allow time to travel back home.