Les Houches

Take a look at the 2025 to 2026 schedule of 'spectacles', from the classical theatre of Shakespeare to hip hop dance shows.

The local Chamonix ice hockey team, the Pionniers, play in France's Ligue Magnus, the first division. See them battle against other national teams at Chamonix's ice rink.

The international Freeski film festival (iF3) aims to unite athletes and fans for three days and three nights of fun in the Chamonix valley.

Chamonix will become a winter wonderland with an authentic Christmas craft market.

Depending on when you see them will depend on what festive entertainment you will enjoy. 

Parc de Merlet is a great place to spot some local animals in their natural environment. A nature reserve, rather than a zoo, the park is perched on a large plateau high above Les Houches.

Situated in a house dating back to the 1750's, this museum showcases mountain lifestyles from the reconstruction of three pieces of traditional housing and objects from everyday life.

Les Houches sits at the bottom end of the Chamonix Valley and is a popular place for hikers, mountaineers and mountain bikers in the summer months.

Quirkily decorated, as the name suggests, this restaurant has different rooms for different moods. Grab a quick coffee and a snack at the breakfast bar, enjoy a casual meal in the retro formica kitchen area, or sit and take your time over dinner at one of the large tables in the dining room. They also have a large sunny terrace where they serve up a nice BBQ in the summer and a kids play area.

This restaurant is part of the popular Rocky Pop Hotel, opened in December 2016, whose ethos is "joy and togetherness".

Brilliantly located in the heart of the Les Houches Prarion ski area.

Just across the road from the Bellevue lift in Les Houches, this is a perfect spot to recharge your batteries after a day on the mountain, or pop in for lunch.

This restaurant serves tasty, good value Indian cuisine for lunch, dinner and to takeaway.

Le Delice in Les Houches serves fresh seasonal dishes made from scratch, including two flavour-packed burgers with homemade fries. There are veggie vegan and gluten-free options, plus a great drinks list with beers on tap cocktails and local liqueurs. Whether you're after lunch dinner or just a drink it's a welcoming spot with something for everyone.

Rocky Pop in Les Houches is a vibrant, family-friendly destination that brings fun, flavour, and energy to the heart of the Alps. Combining the best of casual dining with a lively atmosphere, it’s the perfect spot to unwind after a day on the slopes or simply enjoy a relaxed meal with friends and family.

Quirkily decorated, as the name suggests, this restaurant has different rooms for different moods. Grab a quick coffee and a snack at the breakfast bar, enjoy a casual meal in the retro formica kitchen area, or sit and take your time over dinner at one of the large tables in the dining room. They also have a large sunny terrace where they serve up a nice BBQ in the summer and a kids play area.

An opportunity to get in the picture with Teresa Kaufman as your personal photographer, guide and story teller. This is the perfect activity accessible to everyone; children, adults, grandparents - easy walking, incredible scenery, a moment to share. Non-skiers will love it in the winter. An activity to experience with loved ones or to give as a gift.

Parc de Merlet is a great place to spot some local animals in their natural environment. A nature reserve, rather than a zoo, the park is perched on a large plateau high above Les Houches.

Les Houches cinema is located in the village centre just next to the Mairie. It has just one screen and the space can also be used for conferences and presentations.

The Chamonix valley is home to one of the largest indoor climbing walls in France. The Mont Blanc Escalade is located in Les Houches and is open all year.

This is the original form of back-country sking and is horse drawn, plus great fun!

Zip wires, rope bridges and tree top courses in the woods in Les Houches.

Depending how keen you are there are many classic cols within a few hour’s drive. At the other side of Megeve, Flumet is a good start point for the Col de Aravis or the Col des Saises. Further on is Beaufort for Cormet de Roseland (but this would make for a long day).

This short but challenging ride can be done in half a day, including getting from Chamonix to the start point and back. It is a 15km climb with 855m of ascent that passes by farmhouses and old chalets, through a couple of quiet little villages and amongst dense pine forest to emerge on a sunny plateau with stunning views of the valley below.

If you have a big supermarket shop to do in Sallanches then this is a good way to slip in a nice training ride but it does need a co-operative partner to drive the car back... unless you cycle down there to start with!

This is a fairly short, easy run that can be done in about an hour. It’s about 25km there and back, the climb averaging just 3% or so. 

This ride is 62km there and back with a demanding climb from Finhaut up to the top of the Emosson dam (averaging 8.5% with a couple of sections over 10%).

This ride is about 60km there and back with a less demanding climb than Emosson from Le Chatelard up to Col de Forclaz (average gradient 5.8% and never steeper than 8%).

But once you've made the climb, you will be rewarded with a panoramic view of the Chamonix Valley. 

For those keen to discover the majestic beauty of the Mont Blanc, but perhaps a little too scared of heights to contemplate a full ascension of Western Europe’s highest peak, then the Tour du Mont Blanc is for you.

Starting and finishing at the animal park in Merlet this full day walk takes in the summit of the Aiguillette des Houches, Refuge Bellachat and offers a magnificent panorama of the Mont Blanc Massif.

This hike is a pleasant stroll through the bucolic high alpine meadows of Les Houches, making life easy by using the lift system at either end.

This hike is more of a gentle stroll to a picturesque alpine meadow full of flowers and rustic wooden chalets.

Experience the most aquatic all out activities with Evolution 2. Are you looking for the ride of your life? Because these beautiful alpine rivers will turn into exhilarating playgrounds for fun!

An exhillerating mountain water experience travelling down rivers or streams within a canyon by a variety of means including walking, scrambling, climbing, abseiling and swimming.

Enjoy rafting, hrdrospeeding and more in the summer time with Yellow rafting.

Experience the perfect way to see areas of the valley that are otherwise inaccessible with Evolution 2. Are you looking for the ride of your life? Because these beautiful alpine rivers will turn into exhilarating playgrounds for fun!

An exhillerating mountain water experience travelling down rivers or streams within a canyon by a variety of means including walking, scrambling, climbing, abseiling and swimming.

Great ski in ski out family chalet in Les Houches. This is perfect ski in ski out family chalet 50 m from the Bellevue lift in Les Houches with the home run ending just above the chalet and shops and restaurants 50 yards away.

Huge private chalet in Argentiere - part of their Extravagant Collection.

Chalet ideally located near Chamonix in a peaceful area, offering beautiful mountain views. The chalet includes free parking right outside and a spacious terrace where you can relax and enjoy the scenery in tranquillity.

You will feel like you’re holidaying in your second home when you book this chalet located right next door to the hotel.

One of the most prestigious chalets in Chamonix. Ideally situated on the outskirts of Chamonix main town, this chalet sits in a simply stunning established garden with unrivalled views.

Modern and cosy four bedroom chalet a short walk from the centre of Chamonix.

Skyhook is a centrally located apartment for four people, although it can stretch to accommodate six. It is just a 2 minute walk to the bars, restaurants and shops as well as the Aiguille du Midi lift station.

Tucked away in a quiet part of the Chamonix Valley, this peaceful chalet is surrounded by open space, offering a real sense of tranquillity and connection to nature. There's plenty of room to relax outdoors, along with ample free parking and a covered garage for added convenience.

The most beautiful 6 bedroom chalet in Les Houches close to slopes. This chalet is simply stunning, a 2 year labour of love to convert this old farmhouse into a modern and elegant masterpiece with every modern comfort included.

Valhalla is a fabulous luxury chalet in a central location, featuring a hot tub and sauna in the garden. Open and light, it boasts floor-to-ceiling windows with breathtaking views of Mont Blanc. All six bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms, accommodating up to twelve guests. For a supplement, the chalet can offer eight bedrooms, sleeping up to fifteen guests. In winter, continental breakfast and daily housekeeping are included.

A huge sunny penthouse apartment with roof terrace looking up on the Aiguille du Midi and Mont Blanc makes this ski apartment one of the most incredible places you can rent in Chamonix.

Located at the heart of Chamonix, the “La Ginabelle” residence proposes spacious apartments with an excellent standard of facilities and services. Ideally located for easy access to the finest tourist sites: the little Montenvers train will take you to the “Mer de Glace” while the “Aiguille du Midi” cable car will carry you up to magnificent summits.

This hotel offers stunning alpine views, a vibrant atmosphere, and thoughtful amenities for families. Enjoy spacious rooms, an outdoor heated pool, yoga, spa treatments, and activities for all ages right at the foot of the ski slopes.

Stay in the heart of Chamonix-Sud at Le Chamois Blanc, a charming residence close to shops, the train station and cable car.

Ideally located, the hotel has 45 spacious, well appointed bedrooms with great views of Mont Blanc and the Aiguilles Rouges mountains.

This mountain lodge enjoys a prime location just metres from the ski bus stop and local train station, with the town centre only a short walk away. Recently refurbished, it now features a smart, modern interior.

Completely renovated in Scandinavian style, Le Faucigny is a charming small hotel in the town centre. Whether you're with family or friends or enjoying a romantic getaway, the hotel provides the ideal setting for a pleasant stay in the legendary Mont-Blanc valley.

Hotel Lyret blends Alpine charm with modern creativity, offering a unique stay where art and hospitality come together.

Opportunity to be master of your own design, a proposed division to create a light and airy duplex apartment in a lovely residence

Collines des Chavants is an exciting, off-plan project in one of the most sought-after areas of Les Houches. Just 700 metres from the Prarion lift as well as the Chavants lake, tennis courts and climbing wall, the development is in a peaceful, residential sector with fabulous views up and down the Chamonix Valley.

Superb 107.40m² apartment, 3 bedrooms, a 25m2 terrace, located on the 2nd floor of the prestigious Le SOLELYÂ residence, just 30 meters from the ski slopes of Les Houches, Le Prarion.

A good-sized 7-bedroom chalet situated just outside Chamonix in Les Bossons. On 3 levels, is run as a Bnb by the current owners and has been very well maintained. 

Property of exception in a commanding yet private position overlooking the surrounding summits of the Mont Blanc and Fiz mountain range

T2 + cabin in Les Houches: surface area of ​​41.84m2 and terrace of 8.16m2.