Opening dates : Summer 2025 - 24 may to 2 november

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Keep up to date with the latest news from the Montenvers Train.

29 August 1879: First ascent of the Petit Dru

On 29 August 1879, the Petit Dru (3,730 m) was conquered! It was a feat that would go down in the annals of mountaineering. Jean Esteril Charlet Stratton, Proper Payot

Discover the Montenvers Mer de Glace

Discover Montenvers Mer de Glace: A Must-See in Chamonix Located in the heart of the Mont Blanc massif, the Montenvers Mer de Glace is one of the most breathtaking sites

200 years ago… Victor Hugo discovered Montenvers

In 1825, Victor Hugo, just 23 years old, discovered Montenvert (as it was spelt at the time) and the Mer de Glace. (August 16th 1825) To carry out his excursion

26-29 June : Mont-Blanc Marathon

The Mont Blanc Marathon is an international sporting event organised by the Chamonix Sports Club. From 26 to 29 June, eight running competitions are being organised around Chamonix, in the

July 3-6 : Arc’teryx Alpine Academy

Welcome to the 14th edition of the Arc’teryx Alpine Academy, in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. Your chance to hone skills, access tips and learn from 100+ world-class guides and 40+ professional athletes in

2025: Glacier Preservation Awareness year

At the initiative of the UN, 2025 has been declared the International Year of Glacier Preservation. The Chamonix valley is greatly affected by this problem, as it is home to

Opening dates : Summer 2025 - 24 may to 2 november

Autumn closure

The Montenvers Train is taking an autumn break 🍂
It’s time to let the mountains rest and for our teams to carry out maintenance work in preparation for winter.


We will be closed until 21st November inclusive and look forward to seeing you again on 22nd November for new journeys to the heart of the Mont Blanc massif!