Opening dates : Summer 2025 - 24 may to 2 november

At the summit

Discover all the things to do at the top of Montenvers.

The panorama

Contemplate! Smile! Self-indulge! Capture! When you arrive at Montenvers, after 20 minutes of a timeless journey, offering superb views of the Chamonix valley and the Aiguilles Rouges massif, you will...

The Mer de Glace : a giant

Located on the northern slope of the Mont-Blanc massif, the Mer de Glace is the largest glacier in France. Almost 7 kilometres long and covering an area of about 40...

The Cave

Dive into the heart of the glacier and discover an ephemeral work of art.An ephemeral work of art that the Claret family has been maintaining and renewing for 3 generations...

The Glaciorium

An interpretation centre to answer all the questions that visitors ask themselves when they are faced with a glacier such as the Mer de Glace. The Glaciorium also responds to...

The Temple of Nature

In 1779, Lord Blair, an English gentleman, finds himself caught in a storm in the Montenvers. The shelter under the stone was so uncomfortable that he had a hut built...

Hiking and walks

In winter, two magnificent snowshoe walks are mapped out. The routes are easy to meet, with a duration of about fifteen minutes, and ‘under the viaduct’, lasting about 45 minutes;...

The Restaurant du Montenvers

LEGENDARY LUNCH FACING THE DRUS In the heart of the mythical Refuge du Montenvers, let yourself be carried away by the authenticity of a high-altitude restaurant. Enjoy lunch on the...

The Panoramic

A moment suspended in front of the Mer de Glace The restaurant Le Panoramique offers a unique experience in the heart of the mountains, with its vast panoramic terrace and...

The bar des glaciers

Would you like to cool off after a descent of the Vallée Blanche or regain your strength after a long hike?The Bar des Glaciers is a must-see break before heading...

The shop

Don’t forget to visit the Montenvers shop before returning to the valley, where you can buy a souvenir of your excursion to this unique site!

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Opening dates : Summer 2025 - 24 may to 2 november

Les petits prix du mercredi

Durant 4 mercredis – 17 et 24 septembre et 8 et 15 octobre – profitez de -30%* sur votre billet aller-retour train pour le train du Montenvers.

Une occasion unique de vivre une expérience inoubliable tout au long du spectaculaire trajet et face à la majestueuse Mer de Glace et aux sommets mythiques des Alpes.


Opening hours

From 15/09/2025 to 02/11/2025
Open every day from 8.30 to 4.30 pm

 
 

Last ascent

 4.00 pm

Last descent

4.30 pm

Last departure from Chamonix
to visit the ice cave

2.30 pm

A train every hour or every 30 – or 20 – minutes depending on demand.
Departure 9.00 am optional – depending on numbers

Closure of the ice cave from September 29.
Gondola lift closed from 29/09 to 18/10.