Opening dates : Summer 2025 - 24 may to 2 november

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 back down to Chamonix.

At any time of the day, indulge in our sandwiches or succumb to our selection of the day, while reliving the highlights of your excursion while waiting for the famous red train.

Open every day according to the Montenvers train schedule.

Other activities

The Glaciorium

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The Restaurant du Montenvers

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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...

Opening dates : Summer 2025 - 24 may to 2 november

Opening hours From 01/05 to 17/05

Open every day 8:30 am – 5.00 pm

Last ascent : 4.30 pm
Last descent : 5.00 pm

Last departure from Chamonix to visit the ice cave : 3.00 pm

1st departure 8.30am. 9.00am train optional (depending on numbers)
A train every hour or every 30 – or 20 – minutes depending on demand.

NB:
Cable car closed from 11 to 29 May inclusive
Ice cave closed from 11/05 to 5 June inclusive