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La Riviere

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Ski La Riviere, Chamonix Valley, France

These apartments (made up of 2 buildings: Les Aiglons and La Riviere) are conveniently located close to the village centre.

Chamonix is one of the longest established ski resorts in Europe offering access to approx 74 pistes in the area, La Riviere are located in the southern district of Chamonix, this Savoyard-style complex is 100m from the Aiguille Du Midi cable car and is a short bus ride away from the main ski area. Plenty of variety on the slopes for all winter sports enthusiasts combined with accommodation that offers an ideal base for keen skiers on a budget. Everything you need to make this holiday memorable.

The studio apartments and the 1 bedroom apartments for 6 and for 8 are in La Riviere building. The 2 bedroom apartments and the 1 bedroom apartments for 4 and for 5 are in Les Aiglons building.

All apartments have kitchenette with 2 electric plates, microwave oven, refrigerator and electric coffee maker, bathroom, TV and most have a balcony. Bed linen is provided. Please note that towels are not provided but can be hired locally.

 

Facilities

  • Balcony Rooms Available
  • Car Park (extra charge)
  • Dishwasher
  • Ensuite Bath or Shower, WC
  • Fridge
  • Hob
  • Internet Access (Extra charge: In reception of La Riviere)
  • Lift
  • Microwave
  • Reception
  • Ski Locker

Leisure

  • Billiard Table (extra charge)
  • Table Tennis

Meals

This property is offered on a Self-Catering basis.


Room Types


Important Information

  • Towels can be hired locally.
  • The main reception is open: Monday to Thursday (09:00 to 12:00 and 17:00 to 19:00).
  • A deposit of €200 per apartment is required on arrival and shall be refunded on your departure.
  • The main reception is open: Saturday (08:00 to 22:00).
  • Check-in after 17:00, check-out before 10:00
  • An optional end of stay cleaning service (except kitchen area and washing-up) is available and payable locally.
  • The main reception is open: Friday (09:00 to 12:00 and 16:00 to 20:00).
  • Bed linen is included.
  • End of stay cleaning is not included.
  • The main reception is open: Sunday (08:00 to 12:00 and 17:00 to 20:00).
  • A local tourist charge of approx. €1-1.5 per person per day is payable locally.

Facilities

  • Balcony Rooms Available
  • Car Park (extra charge)
  • Dishwasher
  • Ensuite Bath or Shower, WC
  • Fridge
  • Hob
  • Internet Access (Extra charge: In reception of La Riviere)
  • Lift
  • Microwave
  • Reception
  • Ski Locker

Leisure

  • Billiard Table (extra charge)
  • Table Tennis

Meals

This property is offered on a Self-Catering basis.


Room Types


Important Information

  • Towels can be hired locally.
  • The main reception is open: Monday to Thursday (09:00 to 12:00 and 17:00 to 19:00).
  • A deposit of €200 per apartment is required on arrival and shall be refunded on your departure.
  • The main reception is open: Saturday (08:00 to 22:00).
  • Check-in after 17:00, check-out before 10:00
  • An optional end of stay cleaning service (except kitchen area and washing-up) is available and payable locally.
  • The main reception is open: Friday (09:00 to 12:00 and 16:00 to 20:00).
  • Bed linen is included.
  • End of stay cleaning is not included.
  • The main reception is open: Sunday (08:00 to 12:00 and 17:00 to 20:00).
  • A local tourist charge of approx. €1-1.5 per person per day is payable locally.

Close to resort centre. Close to ski lifts. Located in Chamonix Centre.

Distances

  • Ski School: 150m (2 minutes)
  • Nearest Lift: 300m (4 minutes)
  • Resort Centre: 500m (6 minutes)

Transfers

Geneva 2 hours (85km)

Map

Full Size Map

Piste Map

Full Size Piste Map

 

Chamonix Valley is best suited for:

Families, Children: ***
Apres Ski, Night Life: ****
Groups: ***
Non-Skiers: *****
Great Shopping: *****
Village Atmosphere: *****

Suitability

Beginner: **
Intermediate: ****
Advanced: *****
Snowboard: *****

Pistes

Black: 13
Red: 25
Blue: 28
Green: 13
Longest: 21km
Total: 152km
Village height: 1035m
Highest lift: 3842m
Cannons: 54

Lift System

Total lifts: 49
Chair lifts: 16
Drag lifts: 20
Gondola: 13

 
 

Full Chamonix Valley resort information

Ski Pack Prices

Age:

Travel Date:

Lift Pass: Chamonix Local Family Lift Pass (2 Adults + up to 3 Kids under 16) (6 days) £539
Lift Pass: Chamonix Local Pass (Chamonix Valley Argentier and Les Praz only) (6 days) £189
Lift Pass: Mont Blanc Area Family Lift Pass (2 Adults + up to 3 Kids under 16) (6 days) £654
Lift Pass: Mont-Blanc Unlimited (Area) (6 days) £230
School: Ski School Advanced Mornings (6 days) £172.80
School: Ski School Beginner Mornings (6 days) £172.80
School: Ski School Intermediate Mornings (6 days) £172.80
School: Ski School Low Intermediate Mornings (6 days) £172.80
School: Snowboard School Advanced Mornings (6 days) £172.80
School: Snowboard School Beginners Mornings (6 days) £172.80
School: Snowboard School Intermediate Mornings (6 days) £172.80
School: Snowboard School Low Intermediate Mornings (6 days) £172.80
Ski Stuff: Advanced Skis (6 days) £80
Ski Stuff: Advanced Skis and Boots (6 days) £110
Ski Stuff: Advanced Snowboard and Boots (6 days) £110
Ski Stuff: Intermediate Boots (6 days) £35
Ski Stuff: Intermediate Skis (6 days) £60
Ski Stuff: Intermediate Skis and boots (6 days) £90
Ski Stuff: Standard Boots (6 days) £27
Ski Stuff: Standard Ski and Boots (6 days) £70
Ski Stuff: Standard Skis (6 days) £45
Snowboard Stuff: Advanced Snowboard (6 days) £80
Snowboard Stuff: Snowboard (6 days) £60
Snowboard Stuff: Snowboard Boots (6 days) £35
Snowboard Stuff: Snowboard and Boots (6 days) £90

In Resort

Panda Club

You can drop your children off with us while you go off and enjoy your time on the slopes. We accommodate children aged 3 years + and your children will have some fun while learning skiing!

Approximate Prices:

  • 5 Half Days: €205.00
  • 5 Full Days: €355.00

How to Book:

  • Website: www.chamonix.net
  • Phone: +33-450558612

Piou Piou Club

The piou Piou Club takes children aged 3 to 12 years. There are various options available to you depending on the age of your child all of which are listed on the website detailed below.

Approximate Prices:

  • 1 Day: €72.00
  • 6 Half Days: €226.00
  • 6 Full Days: €357.00

How to Book:

  • Website: www.esfchamonix.com
  • Email: info@esfchamonix.com
  • Phone: +33-450532257

***Please note: Times and prices change from week to week due to high and low seasons and half term etc.

Important Note: Please note if you choose to book the services outlined above, your contract for them will not be with us and the services will not form part of any package of services we may supply. Your contract for these services will be with the supplier of the services identified above as appropriate. The booking conditions of that supplier will apply to that contract. We accept no liability in respect of these services or for the acts or omissions of any supplier(s) or other person(s) or party(ies) connected with them.

Snow Reports


Last Updated 03 Feb 2012
Last Snowed 31 Jan 2012
Temperature -17°C
Snow Depth on Lower Slopes 90cm
Snow Depth on Upper Slopes 450cm
Fresh Snow Depth 10cm
Open Lifts 56
Total Lifts 58
Runs to Resort Excellent
Weather Partly cloudy, some sunny spells
Piste State Great skiing thanks to the recent snowfalls

Ski Club of Great Britain

Snow data supplied by the Ski Club of Great Britain.


Webcams

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Prices and availability per person per week

Depart:
Based on:
11 Feb 2012
red Sold Out
£143
18 Feb 2012
green Available
£215
25 Feb 2012
green Available
£172
03 Mar 2012
green Available
£143
10 Mar 2012
green Available
£117
17 Mar 2012
green Available
£88
24 Mar 2012
green Available
£88
31 Mar 2012
green Available
£117
07 Apr 2012
green Available
£103
14 Apr 2012
green Available
£47
21 Apr 2012
green Available
£47
What's included
Unless otherwise stated, all our ski holidays include:
  • Great accomodation
  • 24 hour local support
  • A few bumps and bruises!
 

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