Saint Gervais Leisure Activities

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There is so much to do in Saint Gervais even if you do not want to get carried away with the winter skiing or summer hiking. Besides the numerous restaurants and bars, you can see and do so much. Our Saint Gervais apartments are situated ideally in the centre close to the offices and bureaus to book these activities. Please read on to find out about these activities.

Mont Blanc Tramway

This railway is the highest in France. Throughout the voyage, peaks and valleys unfold for your delight - the Contamines valley, Aiguille du Gouter, Aiguilles Rouges, Aiguille du Midi. Today, the Mont Blanc Tramway is one of the last rack & pinion trains in France although the locomotives are no longer steam powered. In winter it takes you to the Bellevue/ Prarion ski area at 1800m, a pleasurable picturesque journey and exceptional panorama. In summer, the Tramway takes you to the foot of the Bionnassay Glacier, the Nid d'Aigle, at an altitude of 2372 metres. From here experienced mountaineers can climb to the Tête Rousse and Goûter mountain huts, and the Mont Blanc.

Thermes de Saint Gervais

After an invigorating day on the slopes or not! the best way to relax is with a visit to the hot springs at Le Fayet, situated in a magnificent park setting. It has been open for over 200 years and is prepared to treat you to the most advanced techniques in spa treatments. You are sure to be rejuvenated. If you are in search of peace, quiet and personal advice then our team of beauty therapists will be able to help. Choose from a large selection of treatments for: young mums, slimming, beauty therapy (under water massages, clay applications & relaxing baths). Allow yourself a little quality time, a few hours, a day or more, Our Mountain beauty Spa will satisfy your desire to be pampered. The treatments available offer an ideal end to a hard day skiing or hiking.

Chamonix - Aiguille du Midi Cable Car (3842m

One of the highest cable cars in the world, in two sections, it will take you on a spectacular aerial voyage, up to Aiguille du Midi surrounded by world-famous summits, forever linked with mountaineering firsts - you will be able to contemplate a unique panoramic view over the Mont Blanc and the Alps. The views are stunning. Chamonix holidays are worth it just for this!

Chamonix - Montenvers Railway

Explore the Mer de Glace in its wintery or summery finery at the foot of the Drus, la Verte and Les Grandes Jorasses peak. From the arrival station, you can visit the crystal gallery, the alpine fauna exhibition and the ice grotto.

Trip To Annecy

Try a trip to the Annecy and visit one of the most beautiful lakes of Europe. The old town is a must for shops, restaurants and historic entertainment also known as the Venice of the Alps.

Trip To Italy

Try a trip to the Aoste Valley, through the Mont Blanc tunnel. There are specific market days where you can pick up the local specialities at a very reasonable price.

Trip To Switzerland

A popular daytrip is a scenic train ride over the border to Switzerland with the Mont Blanc Express from Chamonix to Martigny, which you can catch at Le Fayet. Once in Martigny visit The Pierre Gianadda Foundation. Another popular stop on the Chamonix - Martigny line is the little Swiss village of Chatelard. From here the steep Chatelard Funicular takes visitors up to the Emosson dam and lake. In the Haute-Savoie (this alpine region) do not miss the colourful weekly markets and their range of local produce.