Who hasn’t dreamed of living an exceptional experience in the heart of the very high mountains? Dream no more, experience it at the Aiguille du Midi, the highest cable car in France ! Easy to access, a large car park awaits you at the entrance to Chamonix.

L'Aiguille du Midi is the absolute dream, the place to see at least once in your life ! For skiers and their guides, it’s the starting point in winter for the mythical Vallée Blanche which leads to the Montenvers and Chamonix via the Mer de Glace.

For visitors to the Aiguille du Midi, it’s the chance to discover the high mountains in complete safety. In 20 minutes from the heart of the Chamonix valley (1035m), you reach the 3777m of the Aiguille du Midi thanks to fast and safe cable-cars. Our qualified and kindly staff are there to accompany you on this unique adventure in the heart of the high mountains !

Arrived at the top of the Aiguille du Midi, walk towards terraces which offer a breath-taking panorama ! The Mont-Blanc 1000 meters above you, the Grandes Jorasses, the Matterhorn in Switzerland, but also Pointe Helbronner on the Italian border. Thanks to the Tube, you can even go completely around the peak of the Aiguille du Midi and not miss anything, while remaining sheltered!

In case of a little hunger or great thirst, our restaurant 3842 and a self-service are there to welcome you with a smile!

At the top of the Aiguille du Midi, enjoy unique attractions such as the Espace Vertical, the highest mountaineering museum ever built in the world. Or the Espace Mont-Blanc to contemplate the mountain panorama, well-sheltered behind large picture windows. And above all, don't miss the highest attraction in Europe : the impressive “Step Into the Void” and its glass box at 3842m! 1000m of emptiness below your feet, great thrills guaranteed !

For a day with friends or family, a discovery weekend or short stays, book online to save time !

And take advantage of your stay to discover the other wonders of MONT-BLANC Natural Resort, the largest of the natural playgrounds!

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Aiguille du Midi

Chamonix Mont-Blanc
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Who hasn’t dreamed of living an exceptional experience in the heart of the very high mountains? Dream no more, experience it at the Aiguille du Midi, the highest cable car in France ! Easy to access, a large car park awaits you at the entrance to Chamonix.

L'Aiguille du Midi is the absolute dream, the place to see at least once in your life ! For skiers and their guides, it’s the starting point in winter for the mythical Vallée Blanche which leads to the Montenvers and Chamonix via the Mer de Glace.

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Opening status

  • 06:30 - 17:00

    TPH PLAN DE L'AIGUILLE

    PLACES AVAILABLE AT THE CASH DESK

  • 06:40 - 17:10

    TPH AIGUILLE DU MIDI

    PLACES AVAILABLE AT THE CASH DESK

  • 07:30 - 15:45

    TC PANORAMIC MONT BLANC

    Only one way - Sales at the top

  • 06:30 - 17:00

    ASCENSEUR

    10 min wait

  • 07:00 - 17:30

    PALIER HYPOXIE

  • 00:00 - 23:59

    Z ARETE SOMMITALE

  • 07:00 - 17:30

    PAS DANS LE VIDE

    60 min wait

  • 07:00 - 17:30

    TUBE

Weather

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  • Wind 49 Km/h

Last update: 7/27/21, 12:54 PM

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  • Wind 64 Km/h

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Tuesday, July 27, 2021
Rather cloudy, with risk of showers in the afternoon. Variable winds, light at most places.
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Daily Info
The Aiguille du Midi cable car is open. Timetable from July 3rd until August 22nd included. First departure at 6:30, closing at 17:00. Last descent from the Top at 18:00. Numbers are delivered to go back. Time to visit at the top : 1h30/2h. Panoramic Mont-Blanc gondola is open from 7:30 to 16:45 for one way only (strong winds). Tickets available at the summit only. Reservation is mandatory for your departure to the Aiguille du Midi. Bottom of the cable car, discover the 4D Immersive Cinema. Several sessions during the day. Guded tour with a professional from July 5 to August 27, 2021. Monday to Friday with 2 departures /day. Free (subject to availability) More information on our website. Dogs are forbidden. For other periods, do not hesitate to contact us. Have a nice day.
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Accessibility

  • Children access Forbidden under 3 years. Not recommended under 5 years old.
  • Elderly access Unless medical advice.
  • Disabled access Maximum 2 wheelchairs per lift. Step into the void® accessible. Summit area : No.
  • Access cablecar Mandatory boarding numbers to access the cable car (regardless of the ticket). To be collected from the cash desks.
  • Toilets Departure of the Aiguille du Midi, Plan de l’Aiguille, Summit.
  • Disabled toilets At the starting station in Chamonix and at the top at the Aiguille.
  • Parking The Grépon pay to park.
  • No lockers.
  • No picnic room.
  • Not allowed.
  • Drones prohibited.
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Timetables

Aiguille du midi timetables

Period from 19/05/2021 to 07/11/2021
  • Opening 06:30
  • Last departure for a round trip 17:00
  • Last departure for a single way 17:30
  • Last return trip 18:00
  • Frequency of cable car Every 15 mn or 30 mn depending on traffic
  • Next departure at Cabin n°54
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Rates

Aiguille du midi pedestrian rates
Rates valid until 30th November 2021
Round Trip
Adults 15 to 64 years 67,00€
Children & Seniors 5 to 14 years & 65 yeanrs & + 57,00€
Family package 207,80€
PLEASE NOTE : does not include the Panoramic Mont-Blanc
Family : 2 adults + children (5 - 14 years) : first 2 pay, the 3rd, 4th and 5th are free of charge (maximum 5)
Rates correspond to the price of the ski lift, the visits are free and in free access according to opening conditions and affluence.
Round Trip
Adults 15 to 64 years 35,00€
Children & Seniors 5 to 14 years & 65 yeanrs & + 29,80€
Family package 108,60€
Family : 2 adults + children (5 - 14 years) : first 2 pay, the 3rd, 4th and 5th are free of charge (maximum 5)
Rates correspond to the price of the ski lift, the visits are free and in free access according to opening conditions and affluence.
Round Trip
Adults 15 to 64 years 32,00€
Children & Seniors 5 to 14 years & 65 yeanrs & + 27,20€
PLEASE NOTE : does not include the Panoramic Mont-Blanc
Rates correspond to the price of the ski lift, the visits are free and in free access according to opening conditions and affluence.
Round Trip
Adults 15 to 64 years 100,00€
Children & Seniors 5 to 14 years & 65 yeanrs & + 85,00€
Family package 310,00€
Family : 2 adults + children (5 - 14 years) : first 2 pay, the 3rd, 4th and 5th are free of charge (maximum 5)
Rates correspond to the price of the ski lift, the visits are free and in free access according to opening conditions and affluence.
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Guided Visit

From the 5th of July to the 27th of August, Monday to Friday, nous vous proposons une visite guidée du site de l’Aiguille du Midi....

Free : does not include the price of the return ticket to the site
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Panoramic Mont-Blanc

An incredible trip above the ice-falls & crevasses Towards the Pointe Helbronner in Italy

Not included in the MONT BLANC MultiPass
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Step into the void®

From the 3842 terrace, The ‘Step into the Void®’ is a technological prowess which promises an unforgettable experience ! With more than a thousand metres of emptyness beneath your feet inside this glass box. Thrills are guaranteed

The visit is free and open access subject to opening and attendance conditions. We do not make reservations
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Experience 4D cinema

Total experience 4D cinema. The first multidimensional cinema dedicated to the mountains.

Paying on reservation at the cash desks.
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Mont-blanc area

Take the time to admire behind huge windows one of the routes leading to the rooftop of Europe, with the Tacul, the Mont Maudit and the Mont-Blanc.

The visit is free and open access subject to opening and attendance conditions. We do not make reservations
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Hypoxia Level

An area who informs you about the effects on the body due to the lack of oxygen in high altitudes.

The visit is free and open access subject to opening and attendance conditions. We do not make reservations
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The Pipe, The gallery inside the central pillar

UAt 3 700,m, 32 m long steel gallery which gives access to a complete circuit around the central pillar of the Aiguille du Midi without backtracking.

The visit is free and open access subject to opening and attendance conditions. We do not make reservations
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History area

To end your visit, go back down to the departure point of the cable-car, and discover the retrospective exhibition of the construction of the cable-car, and look at its impressive machinerie.

The visit is free and open access subject to opening and attendance conditions. We do not make reservations
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Vertical area

(Mountaneering Museum) Museum of Alpinism, the highest museum ever built.

The visit is free and open access subject to opening and attendance conditions. We do not make reservations
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Restaurants & Shop

Online store
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Le Vertical Shop / Café

Visit the official Aiguille du Midi gift shops inside the cable car departure station and at the summit of the Aiguille du Midi. We sell a broad range of souvenir items from your visit to Aiguille du Midi and Mont Blanc, including: exclusive items to suit all budgets; textiles, ornaments and small souvenir gifts, etc.
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Aiguille du Midi Coffee House

Good deal ! Present your Aiguille du Midi return ticket or your MONT-BLANC MultiPass 1 to 21 days to get 5% off on your purchases. Ticket in current validity must be presented to the shop to get the discount…
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Cafétéria le Summit 3842

Visiting the Aiguille du Midi summit? On your way to ski the Vallée Blanche? There is something for everyone at our restaurant…
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Restaurant le 3842

One of the highest restaurants in Europe! We want to give you the best possible experience so that you leave Chamonix with the fondest memories…
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Bus
  • Lines : 3 - V2 & le Mulet
Train
  • TER Mont-Blanc Express
Some figures
  • 2 cable cars
  • 2747 m of height difference
  • 500 persons / hour
  • 20 min journey
  • 45 km/h on the 2nd cable car
  • 2h30 visit time (Given as an indication depending on visitor numbers and weather conditions).
  • 500 000 visitors / years
COVID-19 Health measures

Our sites "non-catering" are not eligible for the Health Pass control
We keep developing the health & safety protocol introduced in April 2020 !

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