Montenvers

Mountain Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France
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What to expect

Montenvers is a popular tourist destination located in the Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes region of France, in the city of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. The site offers a range of activities and attractions, including the famous rack-and-pinion railway, which takes passengers from Chamonix to the Montenvers tourist site at an altitude of 1,913 meters. Visitors can enjoy a panoramic view of the Mer de Glace glacier, the Drus, and the Grands Jorasses. The site also features a gondola lift, an ice cave, and a glaciology museum. Additionally, there are several dining options available, including a restaurant and a bar. The Refuge du Montenvers offers comfortable rooms and a dormitory for those who want to stay overnight. The site is suitable for families, with activities and facilities available for children, including a kid-friendly ice cave and a range of outdoor activities. The Montenvers train is a unique and exhilarating experience, taking passengers through a stunning mountain landscape

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Wanderings in Haute Savoie

Wanderings in Haute Savoie
This family's experience:

Activities: We took the cogwheel train to Montenvers, a mountain station near Chamonix, where we saw the Mer de Glace glacier. We also visited the ice cave and the crystal gallery

Highlights: The kids were fascinated by the glacier and the ice cave. It was a great opportunity to learn about the impact of climate change on glaciers ✨