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If you live in the great outdoors, then you will certainly at the head to Chamonix, in Haute-Savoie in France.

This beautiful alpine town and ski resort has an abundance of beautiful mountain scenery, fantastic skiing opportunities, sporting and leisure activities, as well as some great shops, restaurants and bars, nightlife and other tourist attractions.

Chamonix, located at the foot of Europe's highest mountain Mont Blanc in the French Alps, has long been a destination skiing. In fact, the first Olympic Winter Games in 1924 were held in Chamonix.

Chamonix is a goal, whether it is for an annual family vacation or just a weekend. What's more, it is an ideal place for a holiday all year round. It does not matter whether it is winter or summer in Chamonix, there are always many things to see and do.

This area is also ideal for a vacation rental property, since it has a large selection of self-catering accommodation here.

It is not surprising that in Winter Chamonix is a paradise for skiers. During the summer there are numerous activities to offer here, such as hiking, climbing and mountain biking.

While you are in Chamonix (and you do not have even the slightest desire to climb even!) If you have a ride up the Aiguille du Midi cable car, you are from the center of Chamonix. From the mountain station (3842 m), the views of the Swiss, French and Italian Alps are simply breathtaking.

If you have time, be sure you Montenvers the train, which climbs to the famous Mer de Glace, France's largest glacier.

The skiing in Chamonix is first class. It is a fantastic mix of slopes for all, including beginners' slopes, gentle slopes, Down-Hill slopes and cross-country ski slopes.

There are five main ski resort in the Chamonix valley. They are Les Houches (the paths through the forest), Le Brévent (which is the nearest ski resort in the heart of Chamonix), Domaine de Balme (which is at the end of the valley), La Flégère (that is popular with snowboarders) and the known Agrentiere / Grands Montets (what is good for experienced skiers).

Even if you are not a skier, but a desire for other sports, there are some great activities that takes place in the summer months. There are hiking trails, mountain bike trails for mountain climbing and climbing, and you can be sure to paragliding, too. Chamonix has even a golf course.

But if you do not want a sporting holiday, there are numerous things to do in Chamonix - and this is not only the beautiful scenery to admire in this area.

It offers much more than just skiing here. The city offers a warm welcome to its visitors, regardless of your age and interests. There is a good selection of shops, restaurants, bars and cafes, as well as a good outdoor market on Saturday. You can find this very useful with your food, etc. during your self-catering holiday.

Everything here is well thought out. The city is also a cinema, a bowling alley, a sports center, a skating rink and other attractions. For example, visit the Alpine Museum, which give you an insight into the history of Chamonix.

All in all, Chamonix is a charming place for an unforgettable holiday, whatever the time of the year. Whether you are interested in just spending some quality time to relax and enjoy the breathtaking view, or if you are planning an exciting vacation, you have fun in Chamonix!

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