Car Hire in Chamonix

Chamonix is an Alps based action resort and is one of the best places to go for thrills, spills and everything in between. Home of mountaineering in the French Alps, there’s skiing, climbing, snowboarding, downhill mountain biking and so much more to do here. With a huge range of activities all year round, theChamonixarea is a great place to come on your holidays.

Chamonix was first presented to the world for the first ever winter Olympic Games in 1924 and since then has won rave reviews for the stunning scenery, as well as the action that goes on here. If you hire a car inItalybefore travelling, you’ll get to drive the world’s longest rock tunnel, almost 2 miles long and linking Chamonix toItaly.

As well as the high octane adrenaline sports you can just relax, as there are mountain cafes, walks and even outdoor swimming pools to enjoy, and the sun shines most of the year round. (it’s a little cold for sunbathing in the winter though)

The best way to get toChamonixis to rent a car as there is only one very slow train line into the resort. You can fly to a number of different airports inFrance,SwitzerlandandItalyand then make your way up the mountains, where you can find parking at your chalet, or at the excellent Parking du Mont Blanc which only costs around £25 for the whole week.

Things to do when you hire a car to get to Chamonix

Aiguille du Midi

If you like views, then this is arguably one of the best in the world. A needle of rock which stands nearly 4000m tall, it’s one of the most famous landmarks inChamonixand is used by skiers and climbers to get their bearings. From the top, you can see the entire French, Swiss and Italian mountain range on a clear day, and you can enjoy fantastic views ofFrancestallest mountain,Mont Blancjust five miles away.

Telepherique de l’Aiguille de Midi

Linking theChamonixresort with the Aiguille du Midi, this stunning cable car gives you views to savour. If you’re a fan of hiking and mountain walks it’s also a great way to get up into the mountains and to begin your hikes, with lots of trails and mountain paths leading away from the halfway point, some 2317 meters up the slope. It’s very popular in the summer so you may want to pre book, and even in the warm summer months it rarely get’s above freezing so bring a coat.

Snowshoes

If you want to go and explore the virgin snow and forests you’ll need a pair of snowshoes. Theres a company inChamonixcalled Compagnie des Guides de Chamonix who will arrange tours throughout the day, and evening romantic tours under the moon and stars at night, and will provide you dinner and transport as part of the deal.