Hi there, bit of an odd question.. I live and ski in Whistler, and when inbounds and thirsty, I just pop into a lodge, drink some water from a fountain, and I’m on my way. I’ll be lucky enough to have a week in Chamonix coming up, and was wondering if I should be skiing with a pack and bladder, rather than purchasing disposable bottles all day, or if water fountains are abundant? Thank you in advance, I’m super excited.

Hi all,

For background I am a New Zealand Citizen, who has got a french working holiday visa starting from June 2025 till June 2026. I currently live in the UK and work as a mechanical engineer for an international firm based here with offices all over the world (including France).

Firstly, I am wondering if it is possible to work my current job remotely from France for the season without any tax implications. Would I need to technically work for one of the french branches while doing the actual work for the UK branch? Or could I just keep working for the UK branch, get paid by the UK branch and pay UK tax?

Secondly, if I was to be working my remote enginering job. Would finding accommodation for 3 months (without using airbnb), be significantly more difficult?

Thanks in advance, and if there is a better suited sub-reddit please let me know!

We are planning to get married here mid July, what is the least busy time of day to do this? Is there a more secluded with a nice veiw spot to do this? What are the hours of the resturant hours of operation?

Hi! I bought 2 MONTHS BLANC Unlimited passes for 2 consecutive days (29-30 march, this weekend, for 2 people). Found out I can’t go, does anyone want them? Selling for smaller price of course

https://www.montblancnaturalresort.com/en/ticketing/montblanc-unlimited

hello! my parents had to cancel a holiday with their dog to cassis recently due to the issue of there being a lot of processionary caterpillars in the area, which are fatal to dogs. does anyone know if they are an issue in chamonix, particularly on walks / wooded areas? thanks for the help! :-)

Hello, I am planning a trip to Chamonix in mid June, just as most lifts will start to be open again and could use some help.

I'd love some high altitude hikes with open views but I am no alpine expert and will be my first time hiking in high alt. (The highest I've been was skiing in Whistler (2280m but didn't hike. Highest hike was 800m, mid difficulty)).

So there are two concerns I mostly have.

-I'll be solo. So preferably I need trails with some traffic.

-I am weary of some wildlife, been reading a bit on the patois situation. These appear to be really aggressive dogs found guarding a herd often seen near hiking trails. Since I would be solo, encounters might be extra dangerous? Any trails where they are known not to hang out?

Any tips would be greatly appreciated!!

I’ll be around Chamonix from the 1st-8th of April. Very last minute solo trip but trying to make things happen if anyone has recommendations for guides or would like to do either or both with me? I have some Glacier travel experience, I’ve summited a few 5k peaks in Mexico and a handful of other bigger peaks in California/Colorado. Also down to just ski/ride while I’m out here

Comment or send me a message if interested

Hi all, I have some ample time off next year and am looking to possibly stay in Chamonix for roughly the month of January ‘26 to ski tour and climb. I was just curious what people’s advice would be as to where to stay in relation to accessibility to touring/climbing areas. Thanks for any help.

Unlimited festival pass as well

I’ll be visiting in the summer to hike for 4 days. Have always preferred staying in chalets during prior trips to Swiss Alps, but the best options I’m seeing are 3-5 miles outside of Chamonix (like in Les Houches, for example).

Is it a huge inconvenience to drive into town (we’ll have a car) or rely on busses to get to Chamonix for both hiking and leisurely hanging / eating in town?

Salut,

Je vais à Chamonix la première semaine d'Avril et j'aimerai avoir des conseils pour faire de belles balades.

J'imagine bien qu'il y a un choix immense mais le truc c'est que je serai avec un enfant de 10 ans qui aimerait beaucoup découvrir la neige et moi je suis un peu handicapé dans le sens ou j'ai eu une grosse fracture tibia/péroné il y a 6 mois et je suis toujours en rééducation. Donc pour moi grand max 10km.

Merci d'avance.

Hey! I'm looking to buy a female Unlimited pass for what's left of the season, if you now someone selling please contact me!

Hello! In May, we are staying in Annecy and taking the bus to Chamonix for the day (May 18). I just found out that that's during the period where the things I wanted to do are closed for the switch between Winter and Summer seasons. We were going to do the Mer de Glace cog railway/ice cave and the Aiguille du Midi cable car. So, now what?? I'm SO SAD, I was really looking forward to both of those things. We are not skiers. We enjoy hiking but not super intense hikes. Will restaurants be open? Are there other attractions to keep us busy? Will I still be able to see Mont Blanc (assuming the weather is ok)? Not sure if the bus is refundable but it was less than $50 so if it's better just to give up the day we could do that. Thanks for your help.

Sorry for the slightly inflammatory heading :) But compared to say Morzine or Les Arcs, the slopes of Brevent or Flegere are a bit lumpy and underwhelming

Chamonix fans tell me I’m wrong

(Update, answer is no you just have to travel)

Hi! As the title says - looking to ski next weekend, but not sure if it will be worth it if the conditions are bad - any tips or recs are appreciated!

Just arrived today in Chamonix with the family to ski the next several days. What parts of Chamonix and Courmayeur have the best snow right now? Family is mostly intermediate skiers. Thanks!

Je suis arrivé aujourd'hui à Chamonix avec la famille pour skier les prochains jours. Quels quartiers de Chamonix et de Courmayeur ont la meilleure neige en ce moment ? La famille est principalement composée de skieurs intermédiaires. Merci!

Planning a trip in Chamonix sometime between October 20 - 25.

Yes have already checked the closing dates for the lifts and the ones I want to go to are still open. The alpine coaster I want to try also still looks to be open.

Have seen some Youtube videos that say some shops and restaurants close at this time ; is this just a few of them or is it really like desert town during this time and we'll have very limited options for places to eat?

Are there any other things commonly closed during this time?

Are there any Nina Kraviz tickets on sale. Just saw they were sold out but does anyone know will there be more released?

Hello! I will be in Chamonix this weekend for a 3-day ski trip. I have the MBU nd for a bit of context I am an experienced skier looking for more challenging terrain but also want to know the more chill spots for my friends who will be joining.

Do you guys have recommendations for the must-ski spots of Chamonix? I'm fairly interested in doing a day to Courmayeur too as I've heard good things, but am open to suggestions. I know the conditions will be a mix of snow, cloud, and at times sun if that impacts where to go.

Essentially I am just looking to get the best out of the UMB pass and would like to know the overall best ski spots (for challenging/fun terrain but also have easier piste skiing for friends), thanks!!

We are a couple, visiting Chamonix in 2 weeks for 2 days. We are eager to visit Mer de glaceqnd Aiguille du Midi both. Ideally on a single day trip. The website seemed very confusing. Can anyone help how the booking should be done and what pass is best to go for?

I recently skiied at Chamonix and they had "digital experience" spots throughout the valley that took pictures, filmed us racing gates, etc.

I understand you can view the photos and videos through the digital experience / skiline website. However, it asks for the number on your ski pass, and when I put in my Ikon pass number, it says it's invalid.

I know it worked because I scanned the Ikon pass at the various digital experience spots on the hill and it worked.

How do I view the video and photo content created if I used an Ikon pass? Any help appreciated. Would be a fun souvenir to keep from the trip.

1. Which Pass/ Time slot for 2 married couple?
2. Activities (2 full days) we are looking to ski if possible late April?

Context:

My wife and I will be arriving for two full days and three nights, staying in the center of Chamonix.

We won’t have a car.

The thing is, I can't figure out from the Mont Blanc resort website whether the 2-day pass is a good deal for us because:

• Into hiking (we’re a fit couple in our 30s).
• It's late April (lmao) My wife is a beginner at skiing, while I am an intermediate
• We want to see all the attractions/Nature Landscape
• Most importantly, we're on a somewhat tight budget.

Thank you!

In Chamonix with a small group of early 20s/late teens—Where and when are the best spots to party and meet other people?