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Skiers in Chamonix are in no danger of becoming bored. The town boasts extremely lively après-ski, good shopping, a very varied dining scene and plenty of opportunity for winter sports fun.
Active pursuits
With incredibly steep, high altitude slopes, Chamonix is an adrenaline-seeker’s paradise. Extreme sports enthusiasts flock here in drives each year, and even the most ardent thrill-seeker will find something here to get their heart racing. Paragliding, mountaineering and rock climbing, canoeing, dog sledding, white water rafting and mountain biking are among the activities available during a ski holiday in Chamonix. Of course, seasoned mountaineers also have the opportunity to climb the magnificent Mont Blanc Mountain, which overlooks the resort. Less adventurous types on a ski holiday in Chamonix can enjoy bowling, swimming, ice skating and tennis, or take a late night sleigh ride. There is also a sports complex featuring a 25 metre indoor swimming pool, amusement pool with waterfall, river rapids, water jets and massages, 130m covered toboggan, paddling pool, solarium, jacuzzi and sauna.
Relaxation
If you like to be pampered after a day on the slopes then ski holidays in Chamonix will be right up your street. There are numerous spas, saunas, wellness centres and beauty parlours within the town, and there is ample opportunity to try a range of massage and beauty treatments. The recently-opened Grangesdenhaut Ski and Spa Retreat offers skiers in Chamonix the opportunity to enjoy an indoor pool, sauna, jacuzzi, hot tub, fitness centre and five treatment rooms.
Shopping
Whatever you want to buy, you’ll find it in Chamonix. The busy town centre boasts supermarkets, delicatessens, tobacconists, butchers’ stores, sports stores, fashion stores and plenty more besides! Chamonix is an enduringly favourite ski holiday destination, and needless to say, skiers in Chamonix will find plenty of stores selling souvenirs, as well as local handmade art, clothes and crafts.
Dining
With more than 40 restaurants to choose from, dining in Chamonix is always a treat. From Michelin-starred restaurants to slope side snack bars and cosy bistros selling local cuisine, there is something here to suit every taste and wallet. The dining scene in Chamonix has a very international flavour – hungry skiers in Chamonix can take their pick from Chinese, Italian, Thai, and Spanish options – as well as French, of course!
Off-piste
Off-piste action in Chamonix is very lively; with partiers heading into the town centre each night to enjoy a drink or two at one of the town’s many bars. From relaxed taverns to sophisticated wine bars and lively nightclubs, après-ski in Chamonix is famous the world over.
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