Chamonix is probably best known as the skiing and alpine capital of the world. As a destination it has a reputation for the extreme and this, whilst undoubtedly true, can mask a wide array of sporting and leisure activities (particularly in summer), peace and quiet, great nightlife, and superb scenery that can be enjoyed at whichever pace suits you.

Chamonix is the perfect place to come for a weekend break or a week's holiday. In fact there is so much to do out here that so many people now living here came for a season and never left!