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🇫🇷

Alps, France

Chamonix Mont-Blanc Ski Resort

ClosedOpens Late November

Season dates, 182 trails, lift pass pricing, and monthly snow conditions

Expert Terrain
Budget Friendly

12,602ft

Peak Elevation

9,186ft

Vertical Drop

182

Trails

275"

Annual Snow

Overview

Chamonix Mont-Blanc is a ski resort in Alps, France, with an elevation range from 3,396ft (1035m) to 12,602ft (3841m). The vertical drop is 9,186ft (2800m) across 182 trails served by 47 lifts and 2,800 skiable acres. The nearest airport is Geneva Airport (GVA), about 75 minutes away by car. Chamonix Mont-Blanc receives an average of 275 inches of snowfall annually.

Season Overview

Season Timeline

Late November to Early May

JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
Opens: Late NovemberCloses: Early May
Peak Open Early Late Closed

Snow Conditions

100cm(39in)Heavy

Average snowfall in February, Chamonix Mont-Blanc's snowiest peak-season month.

275"

Annual Snowfall

(699cm)

-2°C

February Avg High

-9°C

February Avg Low

Snowmaking covers 5% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.

Monthly Snowfall

Monthly Snowfall

275"

annual avg

90
Jan
100
Feb
75
Mar
35
Apr
5
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
3
Oct
40
Nov
80
Dec
Peak Open Early Latecm/month

Terrain & Trails

182

Total Trails

47

Lifts

2,800

Skiable Acres

9,186ft

Vertical Drop

Trail Difficulty Breakdown

20%
Beginner: 36 trails
32%
Intermediate: 58 trails
30%
Advanced: 55 trails
18%
Expert: 33 trails
20%Beginner (36)
32%Intermediate (58)
30%Advanced (55)
18%Expert (33)

Chamonix Mont-Blanc has 182 trails: 20% green, 32% blue, 30% black, and 18% double-black.

Lift System & Elevation

47

Total Lifts

9,186ft

Vertical Drop

2,800m

(9,186ft)

Elevation Profile

12,602ft

Peak

3,396ft

Base

Price Trends

Price Trends

Day pass pricing across the season

$71

avg/day

$78
Jan
$82
Feb
$72
Mar
$62
Apr
$55
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
$65
Nov
$82
Dec
Peak Shoulder Off-PeakBest value: May ($55)

Best Month to Visit Chamonix Mont-Blanc

Top Pick

January

Deep snowfallGreat valuePeak conditions
86
score
90cm
Moderate
$78/day

January offers the best overall balance of snowfall, crowd levels, and pricing at Chamonix Mont-Blanc, based on this guide's month-by-month scoring. Snowfall this month averages 90cm. Crowd levels are moderate.

Runner-Up

February

100cm snow, high crowds, $82/day.

Best Value

May

$55/day, 5cm snow, very low crowds.

Monthly Conditions

Monthly Conditions

Best Month

January

Peak Season

90cm

snowfall

-3°/-10°

high/low °C

crowds

$78

day pass

February

Peak Season

100cm

snowfall

-2°/-9°

high/low °C

crowds

$82

day pass

March

Open

75cm

snowfall

3°/-4°

high/low °C

crowds

$72

day pass

April

Late Season

35cm

snowfall

8°/1°

high/low °C

crowds

$62

day pass

May

Late Season

5cm

snowfall

14°/6°

high/low °C

crowds

$55

day pass

November

Early Season

40cm

snowfall

2°/-4°

high/low °C

crowds

$65

day pass

December

Open

80cm

snowfall

-1°/-8°

high/low °C

crowds

$82

day pass

Monthly conditions are based on historical averages. Actual conditions vary year to year. Click on any month for detailed conditions, crowd levels, and packing tips for Chamonix Mont-Blanc.

Lift Passes & Pricing

Adult Day Pass

$72

per day

Season Pass

$1,250

full season

Multi-Resort Pass Inclusion:

Mont Blanc Unlimited

Day pass pricing varies by date and ticket type; check the resort's official site for current rates. Chamonix Mont-Blanc is included on the Mont Blanc Unlimited pass.

Getting to Chamonix Mont-Blanc

Nearest Airport

Geneva Airport (GVA)

Approx. 75 min drive

Location

Alps, France 🇫🇷

45.9237°N, 6.8694°E

The drive from Geneva Airport to Chamonix Mont-Blanc takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

When does Chamonix Mont-Blanc open for the season?
Chamonix Mont-Blanc typically opens in Late November and closes in Early May. Exact dates vary year to year, so check the resort's official site before booking travel.
How much is a day lift pass at Chamonix Mont-Blanc?
A day lift pass at Chamonix Mont-Blanc starts at $72 per day. Prices vary by date and ticket type, so check the resort's official site for current rates.
Is Chamonix Mont-Blanc good for beginners?
Chamonix Mont-Blanc has 20% beginner-rated (green) terrain. Intermediate and advanced skiers will find more terrain to explore here.
How much snow does Chamonix Mont-Blanc get per year?
Chamonix Mont-Blanc receives an average of 275 inches of snowfall per year. Snowmaking covers 5% of the terrain, supplementing natural snowfall.
What is the best month to ski at Chamonix Mont-Blanc?
January is the highest-scoring month to ski at Chamonix Mont-Blanc in this guide's month-by-month ranking of snowfall, crowd levels, and lift pass pricing. It averages 90cm of snowfall and moderate crowd levels.

Quick Stats

Elevation Range
3,396 - 12,602ft
Vertical Drop
9,186ft (2800m)
Trails
182
Lifts
47
Skiable Acres
2,800
Annual Snowfall
275" (699cm)
Season
Late November - Early May
Day Pass
$72
Nearest Airport
GVA (75min)

Monthly Guides

JanFebMarAprMayNovDec

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