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| Property List | Skiing & Walking in the Chamonix Valley Quality
Catered Chalet offering Accommodation
for up to 6 people Chalet
Bergerie, Les Houches, Chamonix Valley |
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our region With spectacular views over the valley, Chalet Bergerie is situated overlooking the pretty village of Les Houches at the entrance to the Chamonix valley. With a backdrop of soaring peaks and sweeping glaciers, Les Houches combines the charm and friendliness of a traditional alpine village with the splendour of high mountain scenery. Whether to scale Mont Blanc or one of the other summits, to join the climbing school, or to establish a base for mountain walking or biking, Les Houches, thanks to its privileged position at the foot of Mont Blanc, is a meeting point for lovers of open spaces. Summer Holidays The many and varied activities and attractions in the region include: Walking: Hundreds of kilometers of marked
itineraries to Mountain Biking: Numerous trails to be explored. Paragliding: Learn to fly with experienced instructors. Local Attractions: Ride one of the highest cable cars in the world to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi (3842m) and marvel at the panoramic views of Mont Blanc and the Alps. Mer de Glace: Take the funicular railway to Montenvers and visit the ice grottos carved in the sweeping glacier of the Mer de Glace, taking in the spectacular views of the Chamonix valley. Parc de Merlet: See the local fauna roaming freely in their natural alpine habitat. Annecy: Described by some as 'the prettiest town in France.' Just 40 minutes away by car. For detailed information on summer Please Click Here Winter Holidays Choose from an extensive range of
winter sporting To help make your skiing holiday
more enjoyable we can arrange the following if required: For detailed information on winter Please Click Here Ski Areas
Les Houches (Altitude 1900m): The ski area of Les Houches consists mainly of green, blue end red runs, ideal for beginners and intermediates. For the more adventurous there is the confusingly named "La Verte du Kandahar", a mythical black run, part of the World Cup circuit considered by some of the greatest names in Alpine skiing as the most beautiful downhill piste in the world. Le Brévent/La Flégère (Altitude: 2525m): These slopes are some of the most exceptional sites in the Alps. It's sunny exposition, facing the Mont Blanc range, offers an incredible panoramic view. It's pistes are suitable for skiers and snowboarders of all categories and levels of expertise. Accessible via the Chamonix - Plan Praz gondolas or by the Flégère cable car. Les Grands Montets (Altitude: 3233m): The exceptional vertical drops and famous pistes have given the Grands Montets it's reputation as a world famous ski area the upper sections of which are located on a glacier. The length of pistes and their vertical drop make it a paradise for skiers and snowboarders. Le Tour (Altitude: 2270m): Novices and sportsmen, skiers and snowboarders alike will find this area a magnificent playground, a vast sun- soaked resort offering wide and varied pistes. The gentle slopes of the Charamillon area or the Vallorcine descents, where experts can improve their techniques on longer runs through marvelous pine forests. Other Ski Areas: A short drive out of the Valley
approximately 40 mins takes you to the combined ski areas
of St Gervais and Megève. There is also the ski area of
Les Contamines, renowned for it's excellent snow record.
We can also organise a days skiing in Italy in the resort
of Courmayeur (30 mins via the Mont Blanc tunnel). Situated at an altitude of 1300m, Chalet Bergerie overlooks the pretty alpine village of Les Houches, at the entrance to the Chamonix valley, making it the ideal location for both winter and summer activity holidays alike. It is the home of your hosts, Ian and Barbara, who provide excellent cuisine, first class service, and endeavour to make your stay at Chalet Bergerie a memorable one. Whatever the theme of your
holiday, be it activity or relaxation, Ian and Barabara
have created the perfect setting to enjoy clean mountain
air, spectacular scenery, and to discover the beauty of
the Chamonix valley whilst The chalet offers 3 double bedrooms, each with their own private bathroom or shower room. For your comfort, all rooms are equipped with towels, bathrobes, hairdryer, heated towel rail and shaver socket. Enjoy a range of classic home cooked cuisine creatively prepared by your hostess, Barbara. Start the day with a nourishing and
copious breakfast After a day on the slopes, back to Chalet Bergerie for afternoon tea with freshly baked cake, tea, coffee or chocolate. (Daily - winter season only). Relax in the evening with a pre-dinner
drink and home Prices in Euros
For detailed price structure Please Click Here Please note that the chalet is non smoking, children accepted from 8 years of age. Getting there By road: Easy access by road just 15 minutes from
the end of the A40 autoroute (which links Geneva and
Chamonix). By air: Chalet Bergerie is just 10 minutes drive
from Chamonix and approximately 1¼ hrs from Geneva
airport. To book this property please contact the owners:
When booking this property please
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suit all moods and staminas.
activities or, just relax and enjoy the
views.
made canapés, and savour a 4 course meal
with fine "Appellation Controlée" wine, coffee
and chocolates.(Daily - except on full week bookings when
your hosts take one night off).