Other sports activities
Fishing
Discover the delights of fishing or fly fishing in the mountains. Permits are available for the valley rivers and lakes or book yourself a beginners or advanced course in the Savoy area, Switzerland or Italy. Half-day, full-day, overnight or up to 5 day courses available for river and torrent fishing on private stretches of water where the natural environment is totally unspoilt. Relaxation guaranteed!
Contact us with your requirements for further information on fishing trips, lessons and courses.
Paintball
Paintball is perfect for those adrenaline seekers wanting the thrill of the chase! The paintball site is located in a wooded area just north of Chamonix and offers an exciting experience for groups of all ages with a variety of scenarios and games. Open daily throughout the year on prior booking only, with 1 hour games for 7 - 11 years (approx €10), and 2 hour games for 12 years to adult (approx €16). All protective clothing and equipment provided.
Contact us to book your paintball game.
Horse riding
A dedicated equestrian centre in Argentière offers riding lessons or horse and pony treks in the summer for all levels of adults and children. Enjoy the beauty of the mountains - on horseback!
- Horse riding lessons in the morning: 2 hours lessons for advanced riders from 9am to 11am or 1 hour lesson for beginners from 11am to 12pm.
- Rides in the afternoon from 3pm: 1 hour for beginners at 3 or 4pm, 2 hours for advanced from 5 to 7pm.
Contact us to book your pony trek or horse riding lesson.
Also in the summer, the Paradis des Praz activity park offers pony rides, a play area, a snack shop and food at lunchtime.
Paradis des Praz
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)661 73 23 00
Tel : +33 (0)450 54 34 66
Fax : +33 (0)450 54 34 66
Email: contact@paradis-des-praz.com
Website: www.paradis-des-praz.com
Golf
Chamonix has its very own 18-hole course designed by the prestigious architect Robert Trent Jones Senior. Located in Le Praz this 6076 meter, par 72 technical course is known for its numerous obstacles, water hazards and raised greens as well as being in a breathtaking mountain setting! With a driving range of 29 bays of which 14 are covered, 2 training greens and a first-rate pro shop for club, buggy and trolley hire - and lessons if you need them, along with a first class restaurant for a post round meal. This superb course is considered to be in the top 5 best Alpine courses and is definitely one to experience while you're here.
Open every day, with reservations minimum 24 hours in advance.
Golf de Chamonix
Route du Golf
Les Praz
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)450 53 06 28
Fax : +33 (0)450 53 38 69
Mini golf
Open daily in July and August from 10.30am to 11pm
332, Montée Charles Bozon
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)450 55 82 56
Tel : +33 (0)670 11 60 22
Activity parks
In the heart of nature, just 3 minutes from the centre of town, the Parc de Loisirs offers summer sledging, forest adventure course, children's games from 3 years up. A great day outdoors for all the family - fun and thrills guaranteed!
- Summer sledging: 2 runs of 910m, 200m altitude difference.
- Forest adventure park for 8 years + (1m40), accessed via the Planards chairlift. 50 activities spread over 7 sights between forest and meadows. Great fun to return to base by summer sledge!
- Small forest with a circuit adapted for children under 8 years
- Mini forest with a discovery circuit for children over 3 years
- Leisure park with sky dive, nautic jet, mecanical diggers, kids motor bike circuit, mega jump trampoline and play area.
Open daily in July and August from 10am to 7.30pm, with evening session on Thursdays until 10pm. Partially open in other months - see website for full details.
Parc de Loisirs de Chamonix
351, chemin du Pied du Grépon
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)450 53 08 97
Fax : +33 (0)450 53 61 20
Email : planards@wanadoo.fr
Website : www.planards.com
Located in an idyllic spot alongside a stream, the Paradis des Praz children's activity park offers aerial runway, ponies, rafting, beach in the summer and a sledge run in the winter for kids up to 12 years. With a snack bar and restaurant with midday giant barbecue and evening meals available for groups (with reservations only). Children's birthday parties can also be organised in the afternoon.
Paradis des Praz
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)661 73 23 00
Tel : +33 (0)450 54 34 66
Fax : +33 (0)450 54 34 66
Email : contact@paradis-des-praz.com
Website : www.paradis-des-praz.com
Swimming
A large four pool swimming complex is located at the Richard Bozon Sports Centre in Chamonix centre. With one 50m outdoor pool (usually summer only), a 25m indoor pool, an amusement pool with waterfall, river rapids and water jets, a paddling pool and a superb hydroslide - great for all ages! Also available at the centre is a solarium, jacuzzi, hammam and sauna along with a weight training and fitness gym and indoor climbing wall.
Centre Sportif Richard Bozon
214, avenue de la Plage
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)450 53 23 70
Fax : +33 (0)450 53 71 70
Lake Passy near Sallanches is a popular and beautiful lake for outdoor swimming - a great place for a sunny summers day outing and be sure to take a BBQ or picnic!
Ice skating
Located near the Richard Bozon Sports Centre is the town's ice rink for skating, ice hockey and other sports. With a 30x60m rink, skate hire and its own restaurant and bar.
Centre de Patinage
Route de la Patinoire
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)450 53 12 36
Fax : +33 (0)450 53 71 70
Tennis and squash
With 4 tennis clubs in the valley you have lots of choice for grabbing a game! Summer months can get pretty busy so best to pre book.
Chamonix Tennis Club is located just behind the Richard Bozon Sports Centre and offers 15 clay and hard courts, 2 squash courts and an additional 2 indoor tennis courts. Lessons are available and racquets and balls can be hired at the club which also has a restaurant with magnificent views!
Tennis de Chamonix
214 Avenue de la Plage
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)450 53 28 40
Fax : +33 (0)450 53 71 70
The Tennis des Iles tennis centre is located between Chamonix centre and Argentière and offers 2 covered tennis courts and 1 squash court. Lessons and racquet rentals are also available.
Centre Sportif d'Argentière
Les Iles
74400 Argentière
Tel : +33 (0)450 54 09 59
Fax : +33 (0)450 53 71 70
The Les Houches tennis centre offers court hire, adult and child lessons for all levels and private lessons.
Tennis Club des Houches
240 Allée des Diligences
74310, Les Houches
Tel : +33 (0)450 54 43 37
E mail : tc.leshouches@free.fr
Website : tc.leshouches.free.fr
At Servoz there are 2 courts. Information and booking at the tourist office.
Servoz tourist office
Le Bouchet
74310 Servoz
Tel: +33 (0)450 47 21 68
Fax: +33 (0)450 47 27 06
Email: info@servoz.com
Weight training and fitness
Weight training and fitness is available at the Richard Bozon Sports Centre in Chamonix centre and has a gym and fitness programs of aerobics and muscle toning courses. Also available at the centre is a solarium, jacuzzi, hammam and sauna along with a swimming pool and an indoor climbing wall.
Centre Sportif Richard Bozon
214, avenue de la Plage
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)450 53 23 70
Fax : +33 (0)450 53 71 70
Indoor climbing
The Mont Blanc Escalade in Les Houches is the Chamonix valley's premier public climbing wall and is one of the largest indoor climbing walls in France. With 1,000m² of climbing surface area, routes up to 16m high, 9m overhang, and corners and slabs to suit anyone's ability. This centre also features a children's climbing wall (from 5 years +) and a beginners wall. Lessons should be booked in advance. All the equipment required can be hired from the centre which also has changing room facilities, showers and a refreshment area.
Mont Blanc Escalade
Les Trabets
74310 Les Houches
Tel : +33 (0)450 54 76 48
Fax : +33 (0)450 54 76 49
E-mail : mbescalade@orange.fr
Website : www.montblancescalade.com
Also in Chamonix centre, based in the Richard Bozon Sports Centre is a good, well-designed indoor climbing wall with 800 holds. Great for training on poor weather days or for taking instruction and meeting likeminded people! Also available at the centre is a solarium, jacuzzi, hammam and sauna, along with a swimming pool and a weight training and fitness gym.
Centre Sportif Richard Bozon
214, avenue de la Plage
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)450 53 23 70
Fax : +33 (0)450 53 71 70
Bowling
For a bad weather day or an evening's entertainment - why not try Chamonix's very own bowling centre! With 8 international bowling alleys, several pool and snooker tables, an "air hockey" table and a bar - there is plenty to keep you busy. Great for families and groups.
Bowling de Chamonix
196, avenue de Courmayeur,
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)450 53 74 37
Pool and snooker
Pool and snooker is available at the Bowling alley. There is also a pool table in the Monkey Bar in Chamonix Sud, the Stone Bar in Argentière and a free pool table at Le Vert Hotel in Les Gaillands.
Bowling de Chamonix
196, avenue de Courmayeur,
74400 Chamonix Mont-Blanc
Tel : +33 (0)450 53 74 37
The Stone Bar
390, Rue Charlet Straton
74400 Chamonix Mont Blanc
Tel: +33 (0)450 54 13 17