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Insider’s Guide
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To do
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Discover the most spectacular peak in the Alps via
the cable car from Chamonix to the famous 'Aiguille
du Midi' - it will literally take your breath away!
Another incredible journey is the Mont-Blanc Tramway
journey to 'Le Nid d'Aigle' - on the edge of the Mont
Blanc glaciers. The stunning 'Mer de Glace' -
France's largest glacier - can be reached on the
original 1908 Montenvers train. The beautiful
town of Annecy - the French Venice - should not be
missed either.
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Montenvers train
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Annecy
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Vallee Blanche
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Other resorts worth visiting
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An excellent choice of top ski resorts are within
easy reach. The Chamonix Valley - Chamonix,
St
Gervais, Megeve -
and the Portes du Soleil - Les Gets,
Morzine
and Avoriaz - are within a half hour drive. The
'Vallée Blanche' free-ride run from the
Aiguille du Midi is particularly recommended.
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Megeve
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Saint Gervais
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Les Gets
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Food
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Apart from the ubiquitous Fondue, discover the tomme
de Savoie and raclette cheeses, local honey and
Savoie apples. "Les Gorges des Tines" in Sixt and "De
Ballancy" at La Frasse, near les Carroz, are
specially recommended for their cheeses. 'Le
Farçon', a potato dish with an interesting mix
of bacon, raisins and prunes, should be tried with a
local Mondeuse wine.
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For more information:
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Rhone Alpes Tourist Office
Click on logo for details
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Savoie Haute-Savoie
Click on logo for details
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To book call 0844 576 0170 or
reservations@peakretreats.co.uk
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