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Table of contents
- Address
- Geographical location
- Key features
- Residence, hotel, village
- Accommodation details
- Accommodation description
- Facilities for people with reduced mobility
- Services
- Meals
- Sport and leisure activities
- The resort
- How to get there and car park
Site Code MAE CHL H0910
Geographical location
- In the Haute-Savoie, 20 km from Saint-Gervais.
- In the Haute-Vallée de L’Arve.
- Resort altitude: 1,035 m.
- In the Haute-Vallée de L’Arve.
- Resort altitude: 1,035 m.
The resort - the district and surrounding area
- An exceptional natural World Heritage Site.
- The internationally renowned Mecca to mountaineering.
- An authentic resort, typical of the Savoie.
- A lively town with plenty of après-ski activities.
- The internationally renowned Mecca to mountaineering.
- An authentic resort, typical of the Savoie.
- A lively town with plenty of après-ski activities.
Residence, hotel, village
- Located in the South Chamonix district.
- Shops near by.
- 200m from the Aiguille du Midi cable car.
- "Easy Pack": Shopping delivery service in your apartment at the arrival, payable when booking
- Shops near by.
- 200m from the Aiguille du Midi cable car.
- "Easy Pack": Shopping delivery service in your apartment at the arrival, payable when booking
Sports and leisure
Panoramic flights, dog sleds, walks with snowshoes, trips in a barouche cart, paragliding, icefall climbing.
Skiing
“Chamonix – Mont-Blanc” ski area - Altitude: 1,035 m – 3,842 m.
-205 km of runs- 70 runs: 12 black, 19 red, 27 blue and 12 green
-40 km of cross-country skiing runs
-205 km of runs- 70 runs: 12 black, 19 red, 27 blue and 12 green
-40 km of cross-country skiing runs
Après-ski activities
- Comfort and relaxation await you at the Richard Bozon Centre: swimming pool, sauna, hammam, jacuzzi, etc.
- A range of fun activities like the bowling alley, cinema and casino will make your stay even more enjoyable.
- Get closer to the mountain and its natural environment in a dog sleigh.
- A range of fun activities like the bowling alley, cinema and casino will make your stay even more enjoyable.
- Get closer to the mountain and its natural environment in a dog sleigh.
Residence Description
300 m from the resort centre, the residence is made up of 3 Savoie-style buildings: Jonquille, Grépon et Chamois Blanc. It is situated in a square, close to shops and the pedestrian walkway. It is located 200 m from the Aiguille du Midi cable car
Key collection/return
Week stay:
- Arrivals from 5 pm
- Departures before 10 am
Short stay*:
- Arrivals from 11 am
- Departures before 6 pm
Note: Please inform the site for arrivals outside the reception’s opening day and times.
* Except for the multivacances part of the Chamois Blanc building
- Arrivals from 5 pm
- Departures before 10 am
Short stay*:
- Arrivals from 11 am
- Departures before 6 pm
Note: Please inform the site for arrivals outside the reception’s opening day and times.
* Except for the multivacances part of the Chamois Blanc building
Reception
Reception opening hours
At the Residence La Riviere reception:
Monday to Thursay from 9 a.m. to noon and from 5 to 7 p.m.
Friday from 9 a.m to noon and from 4 to 8 p.m
Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m
Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon and from 5 to 8 p.m.
Staff on duty in Le Chamois Blanc building:
Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm
Saturday from 8 am to noon and from 2 pm to 8 pm
Sunday from 9 am to noon
Monday to Thursay from 9 a.m. to noon and from 5 to 7 p.m.
Friday from 9 a.m to noon and from 4 to 8 p.m
Saturday from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m
Sunday from 8 a.m. to noon and from 5 to 8 p.m.
Staff on duty in Le Chamois Blanc building:
Friday from 4 pm to 8 pm
Saturday from 8 am to noon and from 2 pm to 8 pm
Sunday from 9 am to noon
Deposit
€ 200 / apartment paid on arrival and refunded upon departure after inventory.
Tourist Tax
Tourist tax payable on site (based on winter 08/09 rates)
Adults and children aged 13 and over: € 1 / day / person.
Children under 13 years old: free
Adults and children aged 13 and over: € 1 / day / person.
Children under 13 years old: free
Amenities
- Residence: 3 buildings: Jonquille: 5 floors, 2 lifts, Grépon: 5 floors, 2 lifts, Chamois Blanc: 5 floors, 3 lifts
Accommodation
Total capacity - 105 apts
Substructures common to all accomodations
- Small kitchen equipped with a minimum hot plates, refrigerator, mini-oven. Dishwasher and electric coffee maker in some apartments.
- Television.
- Bathroom with toilet.
- Television.
- Bathroom with toilet.
Bunk beds comment
Please note: sleeping in the top bunk is not suitable for children under 6 years old. French Decree No. 95949 of 25/08/1995.
Studio for 2/3 persons
Accommodation area
approx. 18 m²
Accommodation description
In the Grépon building:
Living area with 2 single sofa-beds including 1 pull-out bed.
Accomodation aspect - East/West
Living area with 2 single sofa-beds including 1 pull-out bed.
Accomodation aspect - East/West
Studio cabin for 3/4 persons
Accommodation area
approx. 22 m²
Accommodation description
In the Grépon building:
Cabin-entry with 2 bunk beds.
Living area with 2 single sofa-beds (or 1 pull-out sofa-bed).
Accomodation aspect - East/West
Cabin-entry with 2 bunk beds.
Living area with 2 single sofa-beds (or 1 pull-out sofa-bed).
Accomodation aspect - East/West
1-bedroom apartment for 4/5 persons
Accommodation area
approx. 25 m²
Accommodation description
In the Jonquille and Chamois Blanc buildings:
Living area with 2 single sofa-beds including 1 with a pull-out bed.
Bedroom with 1 double bed separated from the living area by a movable partition.
Note: balcony in some apartments
Accomodation aspect - Various orientations
Living area with 2 single sofa-beds including 1 with a pull-out bed.
Bedroom with 1 double bed separated from the living area by a movable partition.
Note: balcony in some apartments
Accomodation aspect - Various orientations
1-bedroom cabin apartment for 5/6 persons
Accommodation area
approx. 32 m²
Accommodation description
In the Jonquille building:
Living area with 2 single sofa-beds (or 1 pull-out bed + 1 sofa-bed).
Cabin (or entrance) with 2 bunk beds.
Bedroom with a double bed.
Accomodation aspect - East/ West
Living area with 2 single sofa-beds (or 1 pull-out bed + 1 sofa-bed).
Cabin (or entrance) with 2 bunk beds.
Bedroom with a double bed.
Accomodation aspect - East/ West
1-bedroom apartment for 4/5 persons superior
Accommodation area
Accommodation description
In the Chamois Blanc building:
Living area with 2 single sofa-beds including 1 with a pull-out bed.
Bedroom with 1 double bed separated from the living area by a movable partition.
Note: balcony in some apartments
Note: renovated apartments
Accomodation aspect - South/North
Living area with 2 single sofa-beds including 1 with a pull-out bed.
Bedroom with 1 double bed separated from the living area by a movable partition.
Note: balcony in some apartments
Note: renovated apartments
Accomodation aspect - South/North
Services payable on reservation
BABY KIT :
-1 folding cot (Standard NF EN 716) and 1 fitted sheet.
-1 highchair (for children 6 months and above).
Note: The baby kit is provided in the apartment (for children weighing no more than 15 kg) and is suitable for children aged 0 to 2 years old (highchair from 6 months). For children weighing over 15 kg, we recommend using the bed safety rail available on loan at reception.
-1 folding cot (Standard NF EN 716) and 1 fitted sheet.
-1 highchair (for children 6 months and above).
Note: The baby kit is provided in the apartment (for children weighing no more than 15 kg) and is suitable for children aged 0 to 2 years old (highchair from 6 months). For children weighing over 15 kg, we recommend using the bed safety rail available on loan at reception.
Rate
€ 15 / kit / stay
Free services on site
Description
- Television
- Loan service: hairdryers, irons and ironing boards, socket guards (subject to availability)
- Information – post – messages
- Repair services: contact the reception desk staff who will get you a repairman as quickly as possible.
- Loan service: hairdryers, irons and ironing boards, socket guards (subject to availability)
- Information – post – messages
- Repair services: contact the reception desk staff who will get you a repairman as quickly as possible.
Services payable on site
Cleaning Kit
Description
One week's worth of products, includes:
dishwasher product (or washing-up liquid), scouring cream, detergent, double-sided sponge, washing-up cloth
dishwasher product (or washing-up liquid), scouring cream, detergent, double-sided sponge, washing-up cloth
Rate
€ 8 / kit
Bathroom linen
Description
includes 1 hand towel, 1 bath towel and 1 bath mat / apartment
Rate
€ 8 / person / week
Special offer: 50 % discount on all bathroom linen kits for children under 12, with 2 adult kits hired on site
Cleaning
Description
Package for 1 cleaning and per apartment (except washing-up and kitchen area)
Rate
Studio : € 35
1-bedroom apartment: € 40
1-bedroom apartment: € 40
Children's clubs
Activity description
We would like to remind you that a health record, including up-to-date vaccinations (at least BCG/triple+ Polio) must be presented in child care centres, clubs and mini-clubs.
Payable on site
- ESF Childcare Center
Tel. + 33 (0)4 50 53 22 57 – Fax: + 33 (0)4 50 53 65 30.
Website: www.esf-chamonix.com - Email: infoski@esf-chamonix.com
For children aged 3 to 12.
Open from Sunday to Friday from 8.30 am to 5 pm
6 half-days option (from 8.30 am to 1.30 pm or from noon to 5 pm) including skiing lessons and lunch
- “Le Panda Club” (in Argentières: 8 km from Chamonix)
BP. 19 – 74400 Argentière
Tel. / Fax: + 33 (0)4 50 54 08 88 Office
+ 33 (0)4 50 55 86 12 Chamonix
+ 33 (0)4 50 54 04 76 Argentière
Website: www.panda-club.com - Email: info@panda-club.com
For children from 3 years
Open from 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Large, fully equipped private ski kindergarten around a large warm chalet with après-ski entertainment.
Activities: group skiing lessons (max.8 children) for full or half-days. Lunch and afternoon snack available.
Payable on site
- ESF Childcare Center
Tel. + 33 (0)4 50 53 22 57 – Fax: + 33 (0)4 50 53 65 30.
Website: www.esf-chamonix.com - Email: infoski@esf-chamonix.com
For children aged 3 to 12.
Open from Sunday to Friday from 8.30 am to 5 pm
6 half-days option (from 8.30 am to 1.30 pm or from noon to 5 pm) including skiing lessons and lunch
- “Le Panda Club” (in Argentières: 8 km from Chamonix)
BP. 19 – 74400 Argentière
Tel. / Fax: + 33 (0)4 50 54 08 88 Office
+ 33 (0)4 50 55 86 12 Chamonix
+ 33 (0)4 50 54 04 76 Argentière
Website: www.panda-club.com - Email: info@panda-club.com
For children from 3 years
Open from 8.30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Large, fully equipped private ski kindergarten around a large warm chalet with après-ski entertainment.
Activities: group skiing lessons (max.8 children) for full or half-days. Lunch and afternoon snack available.
Other activities and leisure amenities
Skiing:
Chamonix Mont-Blanc ski area
Alpine skiing runs - 205km
Number of Alipne skiing runs - 70
Black runs - 12
Red runs - 19
Blue runs - 27
Green runs - 12
Ski lifts:
Cross-country skiing runs - 40km
Cross-country runs - 17
Walking paths 20km
Snow cannons - 96
Ski area specifics:
Snowboard area - Yes
Distance from the residence to the ski lifts: 300 m
Tourist office details
85 Place du Triangle de l'Amitié – BP 25 – 74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc Cedex
Tel : + 33 (0)4 50 53 00 24 Fax : + 33 (0)4 50 53 58 90
E-mail : info@chamonix.com Internet : www.chamonix.com
Tel : + 33 (0)4 50 53 00 24 Fax : + 33 (0)4 50 53 58 90
E-mail : info@chamonix.com Internet : www.chamonix.com
The resort and surrounding area
Opposite the Mont-Blanc mountain range, Chamonix is a typical alpine city. Chamonix is both the ideal departure point for many outings and hikes deep into several nature reserves, and also a town with a typical Savoyard centre offering varied activities notably at the sports centre. It never fails to impress lovers of spectacular scenery, and to delight guests seeking a lively resort offering a huge range of sporting and cultural activities.An encounter with nature :
The Aiguille du Midi (alt. 3,842m): the outstanding, unspoilt view includes the snowy peaks of the Mont Blanc range and the steep sides of the "aiguilles" or "needles" (accessible by cable car)
"Le Brévent" (alt. 2,526m): with a view across the French side of the Mont Blanc range, and over the Chamonix valley.
The "Mer de Glace" glacier (minimum altitude of the glacier: 1,700m.): view from the upper part of the resort over the Montenvers peaks, a well-known site comprising the Mer de Glace glacier, and the amazing obelisk of Le Dru and La Verte. Anyone with a taste for the unusual will certainly enjoy a visit to the ice caves and the "crystal gallery".
Heritage and tradition :
Alpine Museum
Museum of Alpine Fauna in Montenvers
Montenvers’ Little Train: this rack train goes right to the banks of the Glacier.
Montenvers Hotel: built in 1880, this hotel-restaurant of stone and larch wood is the tallest in the valley and is part of the resort’s heritage.
The Devouassoud bell-making works: for 6 generations this company has kept alive a time-old ancestral tradition….
Resort leisure
Discoveries and sensations
Panoramic flights, dog sleds, walks with snowshoes, trips in a barouche cart, paragliding, icefall climbing.
« Après-ski » activities
Richard Bozon sports centre (swimming pool, sauna, hammam, weights room, climbing wall, tennis and squash courts, ice rink...). Bowling, tobogganing park, paintballing, bridge, casino, library, cinema, video games arcade, night clubs
Panoramic flights, dog sleds, walks with snowshoes, trips in a barouche cart, paragliding, icefall climbing.
« Après-ski » activities
Richard Bozon sports centre (swimming pool, sauna, hammam, weights room, climbing wall, tennis and squash courts, ice rink...). Bowling, tobogganing park, paintballing, bridge, casino, library, cinema, video games arcade, night clubs
Events
-The Chamonix Corrida
-The Carnival: procession through the streets of Chamonix
-Cham’Helly Hansen Winter Ride
-Chamoniards Race (cross-country skiing and giant slalom)
-Gloria Cup (cross-country skiing)
-The Carnival: procession through the streets of Chamonix
-Cham’Helly Hansen Winter Ride
-Chamoniards Race (cross-country skiing and giant slalom)
-Gloria Cup (cross-country skiing)
Shops
A complete range of shops and services are available in the centre of Chamonix, close to the residence
- Restaurants, shops, bars, night-club 100 m from the residence
- Casino 500 m away
- Banks with cash machines
- Doctors, chemists, dentists, physiotherapist, etc.
- Restaurants, shops, bars, night-club 100 m from the residence
- Casino 500 m away
- Banks with cash machines
- Doctors, chemists, dentists, physiotherapist, etc.
Shops less than 500m away - Yes
Resort transport
Le Mulet, a free shuttle bus transfer serves the entire resort (every 10mn)
Information Tel: +33 (0)4 50 53 05 55 - Website: www.chamonix-mont-blanc.fr
Information Tel: +33 (0)4 50 53 05 55 - Website: www.chamonix-mont-blanc.fr
How to get there by road
Paris (610 km) – Lyon (226 km) – Switzerland by the Montets Pass (16 km) – Italy by the Mont Blanc Tunnel (11 km).
Weather/traffic information: Tel 0892 68 02 74 / 0826 022 022.
From Paris: Direct access to the resort by the White Motorway (Autoroute Blanche) connected to all the European motorways. Before arriving in Chamonix, take the expressway and follow the signs for Chamonix Sud. The residence is located close by the
Weather/traffic information: Tel 0892 68 02 74 / 0826 022 022.
From Paris: Direct access to the resort by the White Motorway (Autoroute Blanche) connected to all the European motorways. Before arriving in Chamonix, take the expressway and follow the signs for Chamonix Sud. The residence is located close by the
By train
CHAMONIX RAILWAY STATION (St Gervais – Le Fayet/Vallorcine line).
SNCF – travel information and reservations at 36 35
Connection with the TGV train in Annecy.
SNCF – travel information and reservations at 36 35
Connection with the TGV train in Annecy.
By plane
GENEVE-COINTRIN AIRPORT (88 km).
Travel information – Tel: + 41 22 717 71 11.
Sat – Tel: + 33 (0)4 50 53 01 15.
ANNECY-HAUTE-SAVOIE AIRPORT (90 km).
Travel information – Tel: + 33 (0)4 50 27 30 06.
LYON-ST EXUPERY AIRPORT (220 km).
Travel information – Tel: 0 826 800 826.
Satobus Alpes – Tel: + 33 (0)4 72 68 72 17.
Travel information – Tel: + 41 22 717 71 11.
Sat – Tel: + 33 (0)4 50 53 01 15.
ANNECY-HAUTE-SAVOIE AIRPORT (90 km).
Travel information – Tel: + 33 (0)4 50 27 30 06.
LYON-ST EXUPERY AIRPORT (220 km).
Travel information – Tel: 0 826 800 826.
Satobus Alpes – Tel: + 33 (0)4 72 68 72 17.
Car park
- Maeva car parks
Covered car park of the Maeva's residence "La Rivière" (33 places, height: 1m98, subject to availability)
44 € / week
-20% for 2 weeks
-30% for 3 weeks
-40% for 4 weeks
- Car parks independent of Maeva
Public outdoor car parks: € 10 / 24 hrs*: the Grepon outdoor Park (700 places).
Public covered car parks : € 9.50 / 24 hrs*: the Saint Michel car park (330 places) 800 m from the residence, the Entrêves car park (150 places) 200 m from the residence, and the Mont Blanc car park (230 places).
*Based on winter 2008-09 rates
Covered car park of the Maeva's residence "La Rivière" (33 places, height: 1m98, subject to availability)
44 € / week
-20% for 2 weeks
-30% for 3 weeks
-40% for 4 weeks
- Car parks independent of Maeva
Public outdoor car parks: € 10 / 24 hrs*: the Grepon outdoor Park (700 places).
Public covered car parks : € 9.50 / 24 hrs*: the Saint Michel car park (330 places) 800 m from the residence, the Entrêves car park (150 places) 200 m from the residence, and the Mont Blanc car park (230 places).
*Based on winter 2008-09 rates
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