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Local
Area Guide for Argentiere & Chamonix
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Chamonix
Set
at the foot of Mont Blanc, Europe's highest mountain at 4,820 Metres,
Chamonix has been a major alpine centre since the 19th century and
is one of the most visited natural sites in the world.
Europe's highest cable car in Chamonix will take you to the
spectacular Aiguille du Midi. The views from Europe’s highest cable
car station (3,842m) are literally breathtaking. It is the closest
you can get to the Mont-Blanc without climbing it. From there you
can ski the famous 16km Vallee Blanche run (a guide is necessary) to
the Mer de Glace and catch the Montenvers train back to town.
Chamonix is a fascinating traditional resort with a bustling
atmosphere and is excellent for activities of all kinds. The
picturesque town of Chamonix offers a good range of attractions with over 100 shops, bars and restaurants,
street markets and the famous a casino. Nearby there is a
large amusement park with a death-defying Summer Luge and a “Go-Ape”
area
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Bistrot des Sports
182, rue Joseph Vallot
74400 Chamonix
T: +33(0)4 50 53 00 46
Really good value traditional Savoyardfood. fondue etc.
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Bar Le Derapage
17 place Jacques Balmat
74400 Chamonix
T: +33 (0)4 50 53 36 41
www.lederapage.com
Cool bar down the alley by Mojo's in the centre of town |
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No
Escape
27 Rue de la Tour
74400 Chamonix
T: +33.(0)450938065
www.noescape.fr
NO ESCAPE, a new chic place set up in Chamonix
The prestigious and traditional alpine town of
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is keeping up with the times,
entering into a cosmopolitan concept with the opening
of a totally trendy and chic Restaurant Bar Club, NO
ESCAPE... |
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La Terrasse
43, place Balmat
74400 Chamonix
T: +33(0)4 50 53 09 95
This bar is on the square opposite the Post Office.
Upstairs is unchanged since the 1920s! the huge art deco
windows offer a panoramic view towards Mont Blanc.
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Chambre Neuf
272, av Michel Croz
74400 Chamonix
T: +33(0)4 50 55 89 81
Up by the Chamonix train station. Lovely rustic cool pub
with a lively atmosphere.
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Micro Brasserie de Chamonix
350 Route du Bouchet
74400 Chamonix
www.mbchx.com
T: +33 (0)4 50 53 61 59
The first Micro Brewery and Restaurant in Chamonix |
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Argentiere
 Argentière
is considered one of the foremost alpine resorts due to its enviable
location at the base of Les Grands Montets - an immense, varied area
offering an array of pistes and vast powder fields of off piste in
the winter and a universe of extraordinary beauty in the summer.
The
old village is in a spectacular setting towards the head of the
Chamonix valley and beneath the Argentiere Glacier. The village retains picturesque mountain feel with a large
number of traditional wooden houses, as well as ancient farmhouses.
There is a newer side too with all the modern shops and services, a
variety of cosy bars and restaurants.A free shuttle bus runs into Chamonix (4km) from Argentiere every 15
minutes.
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Le Rusticana
216 rue Charlet Stratton
74400 Argentiere
T: +33 (0)4 50 55 88 28
www.therusty.net
Popular with locals, seasoners, and tourists alike, the
Rusticana (or the Rusty as it is affectionately known to
regulars) offers great food, excellent beers, wines and
spirits and an unbeatable atmosphere.
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www.stonebar.net
Italian Bar Pizzeria & Restaurant, top of Argentiere,
parking ++. Live Music, DJs, Excellent Pizza
The Stone Bar
390 rue Charlet Straton
74400 Argentiere
T: +33 (0)4 50 54 13 17
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La Cremerie du Glacier
Chemin de la glaciere
74400 Argentiere
04 50 54 07 52
Cuisine traditionnelle savoyarde
This is a little cabin up in the forest above Argentiere.
There are signs for it from the track. You can ski off
piste to it through the trees going left off the Piere a
Ric about three quaters of the way down. Good value,
French, excellent fondue, Croute, etc. Vin Chaud!www.lacremerieduglacier.fr |
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Office Sports Bar
274 Rue Charlet Straton
74400 France
T: + 33 (0) 450 541 546
www.the-office-bar.eu
With ex Queen Vic hosts Dave & Gabi, The Office Bar has lots
to offer! Loads of live Sports, SKY TV, 3 big screens,live
bands, DJs, bar snacks, special events. This is where a lot
of the Brits hang out.
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Savoy Bar
109 rue Charlet Straton
T: +33 (0)4 50 54 21 00
www.lesavoybar.eu |
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