Chamonix Sights

  1. Aiguille du Midi

    A jagged pinnacle of rock rising above glaciers, snowfields and rocky crags, the Aiguille du Midi, 8km (5mi) from the domed summit of Mont Blanc, is one of Chamonix's most famous landmarks. If you can handle the height, the panoramic views from the summit shouldn't be missed. The cable car runs year round - book ahead to avoid queueing (tel: 08 92 68 00 67).

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  2. Grotte de la Mer de Glace

    Since 1946, the Grotte de la Mer de Glace - an ice cave - has been carved every spring. Work begins in February and takes three months. The interior temperature is between -2°C and -5°C. Look down the slope for last year's cave to see how far the glacier has moved. Be prepared to climb 150 steps to access the cave.

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  3. Télécabine du Brévent

    The highest peak on the western side of the valley, Le Brévent (2525m) has fabulous views of the Mont Blanc massif and a multitude of hiking trails, ledges to paraglide from and a summit restaurant. Reach it with the Télécabine du Brévent, from the end of rue de la Mollard to mid-station Planpraz (2000m), then continuing on another cable car to the top.

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