The most beautiful hikes around Mont Blanc

On the first day, start by driving to Les Houches. You have two options. Either start walking from the village, heading upstream along the Griaz torrent, or take the Bellevue cable car. Then, walk to the top of Mont Lachat for a stunning view over Chamonix. Here, you can enjoy a delicious meal at  La Belle Metairie. Prepare for authentic dishes served in generous helpings! The loop trail takes you back to Les Houches via the Voza Pass. 

Book your first night Les Campanules hotel chalet in the heart of the wilderness. The hotel’s restaurant serves seasonal Savoyard specialties.

Today’s  is to goal is to walk to the Aiguillette summit from Les Houches, for an all-round panoramic view. The trail that takes you there crosses a forest of evergreens and birch trees. Upon exiting the forest, the view is spectacular, but it will be even more so when you reach the peak.

Stop at the restaurant La Fre Mi for a well-deserved break. Make the most of the sunny terrace to try a delicious tartiflette or other local speciality! 

On the way back down, continue to Le Bettey to finally return to your starting point, where you can stay at the same hotel as the night before. 

Your walk starts at the Flégère cable car in Chamonix, a 13-minute drive from Les Houches. On your way up you’ll see the Aiguille Verte peak and then the Sea of Ice. The hike takes you to the Lacs Noirs via the Lac Cornu Pass. With a bit of luck, you’ll spot chamois, ibex and marmots. On your way back you’ll finally arrive at the Glière Pass before reaching the cable car that will take you back down to Chamonix. 

For a good night’s sleep, book a room at the Le Castel hotel chalet. The hotel’s restaurant serves gourmet bistro food and Savoie specialities.

This time, your day begins with a ride from Chamonix to the Plan de l’Aiguille on the Aiguille du Midi cable car. This takes you to the Balcon Nord trail. Follow the path to the Signal Forbes set amid an incredible rock landscape, then head for the Montenvers station. Enjoy a delicious break in the mountains at one of the restaurants of the Montenvers refuge . 

Before you know it, it’ll be time to go back down to Chamonix. The perfect excuse to take a ride on the funicular railway! 

Stay overnight at the La Sapinière hotel chaletwhere you can relax in the sauna. Alternatively, book a room at the same hotel where you stayed the night before.

First, drive to the village of Le Tour, 22 minutes away. The hike starts at the ski lift car park. Next, take the forest track up to Aiguillette des Posettes. Emerging from the woods, you'll see the Balme Pass, the Mont Blanc mountains and the Aiguilles Rouges. Continue as far as the Croix des Posettes. Then, on the return loop, take a break at the restaurant Les Alpages de Balme, located near the Aiguillette ski tow. To get back to the car park, follow signs to the Montets Pass, then continue towards Le Tour. 

The ideal place to spend the night is at the Chalet Carmiflore, where you’ll enjoy a stunning view of Mont Blanc. 

Your day begins with a 10-minute drive to Le Buet, a hamlet at the top of the valley. Follow the Loriaz mountain path to reach the refuge located 1,982 metres above sea level. There, the refuge guardians serve up dishes that are as delicious as they are simple. 

Continue walking towards the Passet Pass to freshen your feet in the Emosson lake, on the Swiss border. Then turn around to walk back down to Le Buet. 

Book ahead to spend the night at the Hôtel du Buet. At this restaurant, again, the chef serves Savoie specialities. So what will it be? Reblochonnade? Raclette from the mountain pastures?