St Gervais Leisure Activities

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St Gervais also offers plenty of non-sport activities alongside the excellent skiing and hiking. Or simply enjoy free time in one of the numerous restaurants and bars.

Mont Blanc Tramway

France’s highest railway, and one of the last rack and pinion trains in France, passes through stunning mountain scenery with views of the Contamines valley, Aiguille du Gouter, Aiguilles Rouges, Aiguille du Midi and Mont Blanc. In winter the journey ends at 1800m, at the top of the Bellevue/ Prarion, and is a leisurely ride up the mountain. In summer, the train ends at the foot of the Bionnassay Glacier, the Nid d'Aigle, at 2372m: from here experienced mountaineers can climb to the Tete Rousse and Gouter mountain huts and Mont Blanc.

Thermes de St Gervais

A visit to the hot springs at Le Fayet is the best way to relax after an energetic day on the slopes. Situated in a magnificent park setting, it has been open for over 200 years and offers the most advanced spa treatments. Choose from a large selection of treatments for young mums, slimming and beauty therapy such as under water massages, clay applications & relaxing baths.

Chamonix - Aiguille du Midi Cable Car (3842m

A spectacular aerial voyage, on one of the highest cable cars in the world, ends at the Aiguille du Midi for a vista of world-famous summits including Mont Blanc and the Matterhorn (on a clear day). A must-do for every holiday in St Gervais.

Chamonix - Montenvers Railway

Take the Montenvers train from Chamonix to explore the Mer de Glace 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.

Further Afield:

Annecy - known as the Venice of the Alps, Annecy is one of the most beautiful lakes of Europe as well as a beautiful old town with shops, restaurants and historic buildings.

Haute-Savoie Region - do not miss the colourful weekly markets with their range of local produce.

Italy - enjoy the picturesque Aoste Valley, a short drive through the Mont Blanc tunnel. Pick up delicious local food at one of the daily markets.

Switzerland – a scenic train ride to Martigny in Switzerland from Le Fayet (through Chamonix) on the Mont Blanc Express is a popular outing. Once in Martigny visit The Pierre Gianadda Foundation or take the Chatelard Funicular up to the Emosson Dam from the Swiss village of Chatelard.