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    Balme Tour-Vallorcine, is two routes to one a huge domain! From the village of Le Tour (11km from the centre of Chamonix), access is via the Charamillon gondola which will be replaced for Christmas 2022. From the village of Vallorcine (15km from the centre of Chamonix), there is the Vallorcine gondola, very close to the Swiss border.

    This vast area at the end of the valley offers an exceptional panorama over the Chamonix valley and even Switzerland!

    Bathed in sunshine, the Balme ski area opens up to 21 varied and easy slopes to guarantee superb days of fun skiing for all. From its highest point located at 2270m, discover many blue and red slopes.

    Here, it's two faces, double the pleasure! The Vallorcine face which takes you down to 1264m and the Tour face which takes you to 1462m. When you are at the bottom, you will want for only one thing: to go back up again to come down even better!

    In Balme, don't miss Summit Park, our snowpark. Designed for the most committed of skiers, it is one of the largest freestyle areas in Europe! If you are a fan of the gates, a filmed and timed "two-person start" slalom stadium allows you to launch your greatest challenges!

    If you like snowshoeing, also discover magnificent marked and secure routes towards Switzerland or the Aiguillette des Posettes (2200m).

    We even thought about your desire for a little break! The Balme ski area is rich in bars and restaurants for all your gourmet moments. So, you see, everything has been planned for your pleasure!

    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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    Balme area

    Le Tour - Vallorcine
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    Balme area
    the spot for mountain biking & walks!

    Enjoy a splendid panorama over the Chamonix valley and Switzerland.

    Balme Tour-Vallorcine, is two routes to one a huge domain! From the village of Le Tour (11km from the centre of Chamonix), access is via the Charamillon gondola which will be replaced for Christmas 2022. From the village of Vallorcine (15km from the centre of Chamonix), there is the Vallorcine gondola, very close to the Swiss border.

    This vast area at the end of the valley offers an exceptional panorama over the Chamonix valley and even Switzerland!

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    • Trails (26/27)
    • visits (2/2)
    • 09:00 - 16:30

      TC CHARAMILLON

    • 09:00 - 16:00

      TC VALLORCINE

    • 09:00 - 16:15

      TK AIGUILLETTE

    • 09:00 - 16:15

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    • 09:00 - 16:15

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    Accessibility

    • Children access Over 12 months old.
    • Elderly access If medically fit.
    • Disabled access In wheelchair with accompanying person. Handiski : with the permission of the site director.
    • Toilets At Le Tour and Vallorcine.
    • Disabled toilets In Vallorcine.
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    • Picnic room Under the Charamillon restaurant.
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    Period summer 2022
    • Opening 09:00
    • Last departure for a return trip 16:00 to Vallorcine
    • Last ascent for one-way only 17:30 to Vallorcine
    • Last Descent 17:30 to Vallorcine
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    Rates

    Balme pedestrian rates
    Rates valid until 30th November 2022
    • Access Vallorcine gondola
    Round TripOne way trip
    Adults 15 to 64 years 20,00€ 16,00€
    Children & Seniors 5 to 14 years & 65 yeanrs & + 17,00€ 13,60€
    Family package 62,00€ -
    2 adults "parents or grandparents" + Children from the same family : first 2 pay, the 3rd, 4th and 5th are free of charge (maximum 5)
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    Restaurants

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    Le Chalet de Charamillon

    Closed this summer : For fast, high-quality food, visit our cafe. Our menu includes homemade pizzas, pasta and daily specials, including grilled meat and fish as well as soup…
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    Les Ecuries de Charamillon

    The refuge - gîte des Écuries de Charamillon is located in the heart of the alpine pastures on the Tour / Col de Balme area…
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    L'Alpage de Balme

    The restaurant is easily accessible for family walks. From the Tour gondola 30 minutes, Vallorcine gondola 20 minutes or 2h30 by the Aiguillette des Posettes for the more athletic…
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