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La Flégère, Chamonix - Le Praz
Cable car and chair lift giving access to lots of great hiking trails
In summer the cable car at Flégère and the Index chair lift operate, taking you up to an altitude of 1,894m and then on to 2,396m at the top of the Index.
Mountain bikers can use the cable car but sadly are no longer allowed on the chair lift. Hikers can head to the Lac Blanc from here, which is well worth the trek and you're bound to come back home with some cracking photos.
Lower down the mountain you can walk down to Chalet Floria and grab some refreshments. You'll know if they're open as they fly a flag to let you know.
Worth knowing
Find your way around with our maps for summer hiking & walking or the mountain biking and read more about even more Summer Activities in Chamonix.
If you're looking for winter lift access head over to our Ski Lift System Guide, Ski Pass Prices & Ski Pass Options.
Who should go
| Access | Yes/No | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Elderly Access | ✓ | |
| Babies | ✓ | From 12 months. Index from 24 months |
| Wheelchair Access | ✓ | All cable cars and gondolas, not possible on Index chairlift |
| Disabled Toilets | ✓ | At Flégère |
| Dogs | ✓ | Prohibited in the nature reserve |
| Parapentes | ✓ | |
| Mountain Bikes | ✓ | Summer only |
| Car Parking | ✓ | Free |
| Lockers | ||
| Reservations Required | ||
| Sports & Activities | ✓ | Skiing, parapenting, hiking, climbing, mountain-biking, trail running |
Events in Chamonix
During the summer you might find hundreds of trail runners passing through the area as part of the UTMB week, which sees races of varying lengths and difficulty set off around the trails of the Chamonix Valley.
Things to do in Chamonix
Once summer arrives there are several walking and mountain biking trails that start in Les Praz. Visitors enjoy taking the path up from the valley floor to view the stunning surrounding scenery from the Le Floria cafe, where they can also enjoy a delicious lunch before carrying on to the refuge at Lac Blanc. Les Praz also has its very own renowned 18 hole golf course which includes a club house, driving range and pro shop on site.
Directions
You can reach the Flégère gondola easily on the local buses, by train (Les Praz stop) or by car. There is ample free parking in the summer and unlike winter you don't have to struggle to find a space.
When to come
Take a look at all the summer lift opening dates and timetables.
How to get passes
You can buy tickets directly from the lift station or buy a Mont Blanc Multi-pass in advance on line. See all the Summer Lift Prices and if you're not sure which pass to buy, read our Guide.
