Mont-Blanc - Saint-Gervais

Insider’s Guide

To do

The close proximity of Mont Blanc and the Chamonix valley ensures that off the slopes, there is a huge choice of exciting things to do. 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.

Vallee Blanche

Annecy

Mont-Blanc tramway

Other resorts worth trying

There is an excellent choice of additional top ski resorts within easy reach. To the north east, the Chamonix Valley - Chamonix, St Gervais, Megeve - and closer to the north west, the Aravis - La Clusaz, Le Grand Bornand - are all less than half an hour's drive. The 'Vallée Blanche' free-ride run from the Aiguille du Midi is particularly recommended.

Le Tour

Saint Gervais

Megeve

Food

It's a paradise for lovers of cheese!  The famous Reblochon is made in Flumet and being on the edge of the Beaufortain, there is a great choice of other cheeses to try - Gruyère de Beaufort, tome des Bauges and Emmental - are all made in the area. The local vin de Savoie is the perfect partner to smoked charcuterie, 'Crozets de Savoie' (small cubes of pasta) or 'Diots au vin blanc'.

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