Chamonix Piste Map
Chamonix is a skier’s playground with a formidable reputation – and for good reason. The valley’s terrain spans five distinct areas: Les Grands Montets, Brévent-Flégère, Le Tour/Balme, Les Houches, and Vallée Blanche, each offering a unique experience. Les Grands Montets is the go-to zone for advanced and expert skiers, featuring steep, open faces and long descents, with breathtaking views. Brévent-Flégère, the sunniest area, is linked by lift and delivers a mix of red and black pistes that sweep down panoramic ridges above the town.
For confident intermediates and those looking to progress, Le Tour/Balme is a haven of wide, rolling pistes with excellent snow quality, particularly early in the season. Families and newer skiers tend to favour Les Houches for its gentle slopes and tree-lined runs, plus it’s home to one of the best downhill courses on the World Cup circuit. The area also offers great visibility in poor weather, a welcome advantage on cloudy days.
The Vallée Blanche is legendary – a 22 km descent through dramatic glacier terrain that requires a guide but rewards with an unforgettable adventure. This high-alpine route starts at 3,842 m and drops over 2,800 vertical metres, winding through crevasses and icefalls, surrounded by Mont Blanc’s towering spires. It’s not marked or groomed, but that’s part of the magic for experienced riders seeking something iconic.
Chamonix caters to all skill levels. While 13% of runs are ideal for beginners, it’s the 36% intermediate and 37% advanced split that defines the valley’s edge. Snow conditions are supported by extensive snowmaking infrastructure, and the lifts – from high-speed chairs to aerial trams – keep queues moving even during peak weeks.
Adding to the experience, Chamonix also features two freestyle parks, including one at Les Grands Montets, with modules suited to budding freestylers and seasoned tricksters alike. But it’s the landscape itself – from sheer rock faces to hanging glaciers – that sets this resort apart. Skiing here is more than just turns on a piste; it’s immersion in one of the most awe-inspiring mountain settings in the world.