NEW MER DE GLACE GONDOLA LIFT
This gondola promises a unique experience, offering a breathtaking panoramic journey.
Get ready for an unforgettable experience in the heart of the mountains.
Whether you're looking for thrills or peace and quiet in the heart of nature, the new Mer de Glace gondola lift and the Grotte de Glace promise unforgettable memories.
ICE GROTTO
Discover the magic of the new Grotte de Glace, naturally sculpted by man "the grottus" in the ice.
This unique sensory experience will amaze visitors of all ages.
THE GLACIORIUM
The Montenvers site is a true witness to the climate changes of our century, and deserved a space dedicated to glaciology! The Sea of Ice, its formation, its history, its future evolution - this is what you can discover when you visit this interactive and educational site...
The total visit (cave and routes included) lasts an average of 2 to 3 hours. Visiting time may be doubled during peak periods.
RESTAURATION
There are 3 ways to eat: either a Savoyard or traditional meal at the Refuge du Montenvers restaurant, or a quick bite at the Bar des Glaciers.
HOTELS
Le Refuge du Montenvers opened on July 1, 2017 after renovation by Maisons et Hôtels Sibuet, a leading player in the mountain hotel industry for over 30 years.
Le Refuge du Montenvers offers a 10-bed dormitory, double and family rooms, as well as suites, all in a traditional mountain refuge atmosphere.
- Leisure
Mer de Glace et train du Montenvers
Hop on the famous rack-and-pinion railway, which takes passengers from Chamonix to the tourist site of Montenvers at an altitude of 1,913 m. Enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of the Mer de Glace glacier, the Drus and the Grands Jorasses
About
Prices
From 01/12/2023 to 31/05/2024
Adult: 38.50 €
Child : 32.70 €
Family pass: 119.30 €
Disabled: 50% reduction on presentation of a disability card 50% reduction for the accompanying person on a day pass or return ticket.
From 01/06 to 03/11/2024
Adult: 39.50 €
Child : 33.60 €
Family pass: 122.50 €
Disabled: 50% reduction on presentation of a disability card 50% reduction for the accompanying person on a day pass or return ticket.
Free entry for children < 5 years.
Child entry valid for 5 - 14 years.
Group rate available for > 20 people.
Ascent or descent + visit (summer) :
Adults: €34
Children and senior citizens: €28.90
Vallée blanche return + visit (Winter) :
Adult: €34
Children and senior citizens: €28.90
This site is included in the MONT BLANC UNLIMITED PASS / Multipass.
Reception
Dogs are allowed on the leash. Be careful! The stairs that leads to the ice cave are metalic openwork stairs.
Period of practice
From 16/03 to 28/04/2024
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 5 pm.
Last descent daily at 5 pm.
Last ascent daily at 4.30 pm.
From 10.00 to 14.00 every hour
From 2.30pm every 30 minutes
Last departure from Chamonix
visit the ice cave at 2.30pm.
From 29/04 to 12/05/2024
Opening hours daily between 10 am and 5 pm.
Last descent daily at 4.30 pm.
From 10am to 2pm every hour
From 2.30pm every 30 minutes
Last departure from Chamonix to visit the ice cave at 3pm
Closed from the 13th to the 31st of May 2024.
From 01/06 to 05/07/2024
Opening hours daily between 9 am and 5 pm.
Last descent daily at 5 pm.
From 9am to 10pm every hour
The 9am train is optional
From 10.30pm every 30 minutes
Last departure from Chamonix to visit the ice cave at 3pm.
From 06/07 to 25/08/2024
Opening hours daily between 9 am and 5.30 pm.
Last descent daily at 5.30 pm.
From 8.30am to 10am every 30 minutes
The 9am train is optional
From 10.30 am every 20 minutes
Last departure from Chamonix to visit the ice cave at 3.40pm.
From 26/08 to 15/09/2024
Opening hours daily between 9 am and 5.30 pm.
Last descent daily at 5.30 pm.
From 8.30am to 10am every 30 minutes
The 9am train is optional
From 10.30 am every 20 min
Last departure from Chamonix to visit the ice cave at 3pm.
From 16/09 to 31/10/2024
Opening hours daily between 9 am and 5.30 pm.
Last descent daily at 5.30 pm.
From 8.30am to 1pm every hour
The 9am train is optional
From 1.30pm every 30 minutes
Last departure from Chamonix to visit the ice cave at 2.30pm.
Subject to favorable weather.
- Pets welcome
- Coach access
- Shop
- Restaurant
- Car park
- Coach parking
- Parking
- Bar
- Picnic area
- Restaurant
- Toilets
Contacts
Access
Closest bus stop : Place du Mont-Blanc
Closest train station : Chamonix centre
Closest carparkss : Biolay (outside carpark), parking du Mont-Blanc (underground carpark).
- Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Special rate upon presentation of the "handicap" card. Informed in advance, the staff will help you to board. Access to the ice cave is not possible (580 steps) and access to the glaciorium requires assistance (short but somewhat steep slope).
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