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Chamonix is located in Haute-Savoie in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region in the Chamonix valley, close to the border with Italy and Switzerland. The town is particularly well known for its proximity to Mont Blanc, Europe's highest mountain. Chamonix is also well known for its winter sports and mountain activities. The resort of Chamonix offers a variety of family-friendly activities in both summer and winter. Here are a few suggestions for family activities:
Mountain sports: In winter, Chamonix is a prime destination for winter sports such as downhill skiing, snowboarding, tobogganing and snowshoeing. There are slopes suitable for beginners and families.
L'Aiguille du Midi: Take the Aiguille du Midi cable car for spectacular views of Mont Blanc and the Alps. It's an unforgettable experience for all the family!
The Montenvers - Mer de Glace train: Take the famous Montenvers train to the Mer de Glace, the largest and most famous glacier in France. Once there, visit the ice grotto, which is sculpted every year.
Hiking for all the family: Chamonix offers a wide range of family-friendly hikes. You can choose easier trails to enjoy the Alpine scenery.
Our rental pick-up point is in Chamonix town centre : Take a stroll through Chamonix town centre to discover its shops, restaurants and cafés. It's also an opportunity to discover the history of the region! Here's one of the many places to visit in Chamonix that will be useful if you have children:
. The Chamonix bus station is located close to the town centre and the SNCF train station, where you'll find our collection point for hiring all-terrain pushchairs for the winter and summer seasons! For timetables, click HERE >>
Our partner and pick-up point for hiring your children's equipment, offers private transport throughout the Valley but also outside from airports, stations and your favourite destinations (Chamonix, Megève, Avoriaz, Flaine...)! As a transport operator, Transdev Mont Blanc enables families to travel more freely.
This FAMILIB childcare equipment hire service in Chamonix can be useful if you prefer not to travel with all your childcare equipment! It will also provide you with an all-terrain pushchair that's well-suited to walking with baby in the mountains.
The resort of Chamonix offers a memorable experience for families looking to explore the great outdoors, the mountains or simply to enjoy the beauty of nature. Chamonix is full of things to do when you have children: swimming, climbing, tennis or hiking, there's plenty of choice for a great family holiday!
The FAMILIB team