Aiguilles Rouge Nature Reserve – Lac Blanc

If you’re looking for stunning summer views then this walk should be top of your list. From the Flegere cable car lift, the hike to the lake is around two hours and manageable for most levels. On reaching the lake you’ll enjoy breath-taking views of Mont Blanc, Aiguille du Midi and it also overlooks the Mer de Glace. It’s a fantastic spot for a picnic, or alternatively there is also a hut to buy food and refreshments.

Aiguilles Rouge Nature Reserve – Lac des Cheserys

Another beautiful lake trail, this one is accessible from Argentiere. Take the right-hand path towards the Bois du Plagnolet, and then follow the steep uphill trail into the forest. It takes two hours and a half to reach the lake with panoramic views of Mont Blanc.

Tour du Mont Blanc

The ultimate hiking tour of the Mont Blanc massif, this 170km trek takes a number of days to complete. Hardcore hikers can finish the tour in four days if pressed for time, but if you want to take a slower pace and really enjoy the scenery – perhaps you’re a hobbyist photographer – then you can spend 9-11 days on the TMB. There are two options – you can do the trails self-sufficiently, with camping gear and your own food, or you can choose to stop off at mountain huts. If you’d like mountain hut accommodation then it’s advisable to book a bed during the busy season of July-September.

Mont Blanc Summit Climb

If taking in the Alpine trail of Mont Blanc isn’t enough, and you want to reach the summit, then you’ll need to be extremely fit and have mountaineering experience. There are two ways to climb Mont Blanc – the Cosmique route or the Gouter hut route, which is the most popular.  Choose which route you’d prefer to conquer the highest mountain in Europe, and reserve a spot at the refuge hut.

If you’d like to relax in luxurious accommodation during your hiking holiday in Chamonix, take a look at our range of beautiful mountain chalets.

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The Alps are one of the world’s most picturesque mountain ranges, and are beautiful during all seasons. If you want to make sure you see the best of the stunning views on offer, make sure you visit one of these places to take them in. Read on for our list of the top Alpine views in the whole of Europe.

Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy

Nestled in the Southern Alps is a quaint little town with breath-taking scenery – Cortina d’Ampezzo. It is popular with winter sports buffs but is also home to several museums and landmarks. The spectacular mountain scenery hasn’t gone unnoticed, and numerous films have been shot in the area including The Pink Panther and For Your Eyes Only. You’ll get a fantastic view here in all directions.

St Moritz, Switzerland

The natural beauty of St Moritz has the rich and famous flocking to the illustrious ski town. With mountain ranges for miles, the views here are majestic but they come at a cost – this is one of the most expensive ski resorts in the world. Once again the scenery has been featured in film, during the opening scenes of Hitchcock’s The Man Who Knew Too Much.

Argentiere, France

Argentiere is an old traditional French Alpine village, and is part of the large Chamonix skiing resort. As far as mountain scenery goes, this quaint Savoyard village is pretty much unrivalled in Europe. It offers panoramic views of Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in the Alps, and les Grands Montets glacier. Marmotte Mountain offers a range of luxury chalets with magnificent scenic views from every window.

Zermatt, Switzerland

This town is on the list because it is towered over by one spectacular mountain – the Matterhorn. Zermatt is a car-free destination, which alone makes it a charming town, but coupled with the remarkable views it is definitely worth a visit.

Where have you experienced spectacular views in the European Alps? Let us know.

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Here is Marmotte Mountain’s top reasons to go skiing in France.

1. Easily accessible

There are lots of pretty ski resorts to choose from in France, and they are all easily accessible. Hop on a short flight to Lyon or Geneva, and you could be checked into your stunning chalet within two or three hours. Chamonix benefits from motorway access, and is just a one hour drive from Geneva international airport. Many of the country’s ski centres are also accessible by train if you prefer not to fly and drive.

2. Views of Mont Blanc

Most ski destinations have impressive mountain views, but nothing quite like Mont Blanc. The towering mountain lies on the border of France and Italy and stands 4,808m above sea level. As the highest mountain in the Alps, this imposing peak creates the perfect backdrop to your ski holiday.

3. Variety of slopes

The ski resorts in France really do offer something for everyone. Whether you’re looking for intense off-piste skiing, powerful runs with vertical drops or gentle beginner slopes, the French Alps has it all. If you have a large party with varying levels of expertise, the resort of Chamonix is ideal as it has such a wide range of slopes and powder fields.

4. Lots of snow

Because many of the country’s mountain ranges are over 2000m high, France offers some of the most snow-sure resorts in Europe. The ski terrain offers fantastic snow quality, which is the crucial ingredient for any ski trip! In particular the resorts in Argentiere are a great choice for snow all season – you can hit the powder right up until May.

5. Excellent cuisine

A ski holiday isn’t all about what happens on the slopes – you’ll also want to experience the local culture and cuisine, and see what else the location has to offer. France has a world renowned reputation for excellent gastronomy, and many of the ski resorts have a pick of exquisite fine dining establishments.

Are you convinced yet? Book your French ski holiday with us to experience the luxury trip of a lifetime.

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