Helen's Guidebook
Must do’s
The Aguille de Midi offers amazing 360 degree views of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps. This is truly the crossroads of Europe.
Book tickets online , in advance. Check the weather for a clear sunny day.
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Aiguille du Midi
100 Pl. de l'Aiguille du MidiBook tickets online , in advance. Check the weather for a clear sunny day.
A stunning location and sadly a great visual demonstrate of how global warming has eroded the glacier in recent years
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Mer de Glace
A stunning location and sadly a great visual demonstrate of how global warming has eroded the glacier in recent years
This is the nearest ski area 10mins drive from the chalet. Ideal for children and mixed ability ski groups. Lessons easily available.
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Prarion cable car
117 Pl. du PrarionThis is the nearest ski area 10mins drive from the chalet. Ideal for children and mixed ability ski groups. Lessons easily available.
Centre-ville Chamonix
Les Houches
Ice skating anyone?
A 5 minute walk from the house. It’s a good way to stretch your legs and you have a fabulous view.
From the house walk down to the main road turn right and you will find the path on your right.
Statue of Christ the King
A 5 minute walk from the house. It’s a good way to stretch your legs and you have a fabulous view.
From the house walk down to the main road turn right and you will find the path on your right.
Food scene
A firm family favorite. Le Delice offers delicious food. The calamari is a favorite . the burgers are exceptional and your generally cannot go wrong.
This is the best place to go for fine French food and a reasonable price. Check out the dessert buffet where you can help yourself. Go with an empty stomach.
The hotel has been in the family for 5 generations and is hidden gem in the Valley.
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Aiguille du Midi - Hôtel & Restaurant
479 Chem. NapoléonThis is the best place to go for fine French food and a reasonable price. Check out the dessert buffet where you can help yourself. Go with an empty stomach.
The hotel has been in the family for 5 generations and is hidden gem in the Valley.
Le Délice
130 Rue de l'ÉgliseGhandi offers eat in or take away food. If you like spicy Indian you can ask for “English hot.”
653 Avenue des Alpages
653 Avenue des AlpagesGhandi offers eat in or take away food. If you like spicy Indian you can ask for “English hot.”
La Ferme Des Agapes
12 Rue de BellevueNice easy family night out. Great Alpine food. Parking opposite
Great Brew pub. Good apres ski atmosphere. Great pulled pork, good vegetarian options too.
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Le Solerey
81 Av. des AlpagesGreat Brew pub. Good apres ski atmosphere. Great pulled pork, good vegetarian options too.
Great food, reasonably priced. Super friendly staff.
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Bighorn Bistro & Bakery
77 Pl. Edmond DesailloudGreat food, reasonably priced. Super friendly staff.
Atmospheric restaurant very “cheesy” in every sense. Offers great fondu and raclette.
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La Calèche
18 Rue du Dr PaccardAtmospheric restaurant very “cheesy” in every sense. Offers great fondu and raclette.
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Transport
Public transport is not readily available. Taxis are the best option especially at night, see info book. The train from the bottom of the hill is an easy option. Runs every 30mins, check at tourist office for seasonal time table. Takes 5mins to Chamonix from Les Houches.
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No high heels!
Chamonix is a very casual environment. Restaurants are very well heated, layers are better than large chunky sweaters. Snow boots are the norm everywhere day and night.
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Be careful with altitude.
Young babies are not advised to go up in cable cars due to altitude. check with Dr in advance.
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Cute little gift shop.
Near the post office in Les Houches is a cute little gift shop for souvenirs.
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Cyprien Sports
Cyprien Sport offers a discount to or clients. Mention Chalet in the Mountains : Chalet Helen.
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Ski passes
For all the options in ski pass and summer lift pass please seethe many options athttps://www.chamonix.com/activites/hiver/ski/forfaits-de-ski