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With the highest mountain in the Alps and western Europe - Mont Blanc - situated nearby, the French commune of Chamonix offers gloriously dramatic terrain for skiers of all standards. Choose a skiing holiday in this north-western Alpine region and you are sure to locate slopes that suit your level - the place caters for beginners, right through to professionals. Indeed, it was a venue used for the Winter Olympics back in 1924, which highlights the area's prestigious history. A spectacular landscape As well as having Mont Blanc located to the north, Chamonix has the Aigulles Rouge (red peaks) to the south. Another reason for it being one of the most ideally located areas for skiing resorts is its proximity to Switzerland and Italy. If you are on a tour of the Alps region and want to take in the sights and slopes of different countries, Chamonix is just 15km away from each of its two winter sports providing neighbours. There are various skiing areas to choose from in the French resort, so you may wish to undertake your own research prior to booking a Chamonix chalet to ensure you pick the one that suits you best. Open from December to May each year (depending on snowfall and general weather conditions), the three main skiing regions of Brevent/Flegere, the Grands Montets and the Balme area offer plenty of diversity, as well as individual views and facilities. A trio of smaller valley ski areas are also part of the Chamonix valley, so novices can rest with the knowledge that there are slopes there that offer everything a skiing beginner needs. Getting around Purchasing lift passes can give you access to all slopes and some of the tourist trails found amid the slopes. For those of you who want to explore the wider Chamonix valley region, perhaps the bus service that runs throughout the area will appeal. Travel of this kind should be covered by using the cards issued by your accommodation provider. The fact the vehicles are environmentally-friendly may well be something to make your holiday even better. If you are searching for Chamonix chalets for a winter break in France, then visit Igluski.com where you can find a fantastic range of ski resorts and loads of skiing holidays to choose from.
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