Argentière
A traditional mountain village at the upper end of the Chamonix Valley, with the Argentière Glacier nearly reaching behind it. It is the starting point for the Grands Montets ski area and several hiking routes.
Argentière lies about 9 km northeast of Chamonix town. Quieter than the town centre, it retains wooden chalets and a stone church, and the Argentière Glacier sits right behind the village. It is the starting point for skiing at Les Grands Montets, for hikes to the Argentière Glacier, and for the walk to Lac de Cheserys. It also has affordable family accommodation. Free Chamonix buses and valley trains both serve the village, making it a good base for visitors who want to escape the crowds of the town centre.
Opening hours
All day
Nearby sights
- Lac Blanc
- Les Grands Montets
- La Flégère
- Mer de Glace & Montenvers Railway
- Col de Balme (Le Tour)
- Musée Alpin de Chamonix
- Lac Cornu
- Chamonix Town Centre