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SKI LIFT PASSES 1998/99 Winter Season: There are two types of pass available to you:

MONT BLANC SKI PASS: Covers the whole of the Mont-Blanc Ski Area, which includes 12 resorts including Megève, Chamonix and Argentière. All resorts are connected by ski bus services.

CHAMONIX SKI PASS: (CHAM'ski, CHAM'kid, CHAM'junior, CHAM'famille): Valid on the lifts of Chamonix Mont-Blanc only, shuttle bus included, unlimited access to the Aiguille du Midi, Montenvers (return from the Vallee Blanche), 2 trips to the top of the Grands Montets cable-car for passes valid for 6 days or longer. There is a whole range or lift pass options available, some of which are listed below as an introductory guide only. CHAM'senior (over 60's) are the same prices as for CHAM'junior. Prices are correct for the 1998/99 ski season. Full details are available from the Tourist Office (+33 (0) 4 50 53 00 24

Duration	CHAM'ski 16+ yr.	CHAM'kid 4-11 yr.	CHAM'junior 12-15yrs
1 day	Fr. 235	Fr. 165	Fr. 200
6 days	Fr. 960	Fr. 672	Fr. 816
13 days	Fr. 1,680	Fr. 1,176	Fr. 1,428

CHAM'famille Fr. 2,950 Valid 6 days out of 7. Consists of 2 CHAM'ski adults + 2 CHAM'kid or CHAM'junior + Fr.620 per additional youngster up to the age of 15 years.
CHAM'start Fr. 510 Valid 6 consecutive days for adult beginners + Fr. 70 per day to use the big lifts except Aiguille de Midi or Montenvers.
CHAM'baby Fr. 350 Valid 6 consecutive days for 4/11 year olds + Fr.50 per day to use the big lifts except Aiguille de Midi or Montenvers.

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Les Grands Montets (1200 - 3300)

Skiing at Les Grands Montets with over 2000 metres of vertical umpteen offpiste variants via glacier & powderbowl as well as runs across the spectrum from black to blue is undoubtedly different from anywhere else. Recent changes in the lift systems have provided a superb uphill capacity with modern gondolas installed last year.

Don't forget this fabulous area is but 5 minutes walk from the chalet door, depending on the time of year it's also possible to ski right back to chalet.

From the tope of the Grands Montets looking onto the Argentiere glacier

resort height	1200m
top lift station	3300m
no of lifts	10
vertical drop	2100m
runs	12.....off piste unrivalled & unlimited
mountain restaurants	great selection try them all !
lognan	superb modern self service with stunning views from the sun terrace of Mont Blanc, Les Grands Montets and the Chardonnay. Hot and cold meals with swift service... oh a tip don't buy bottled water, if you take it without gas the local water is without equal ....fill your carafe as many times as you like.
lognan coffee shop	another recent addition with a great terrace and views. the lower terrace is the place to hang out whether you're a ski bum for the season or just the week. quick drinks and snacks, great staff (try some french they'll appreciate it) between mogul munching on the hearse or circuits of the 'Montets'. oh by the way the record for the most is 52 concurrent ...think about after you have done one!
plan joran	fabulous savoyarde chalet style restaurant, both self and a la carte table service. staff wear traditional attire and serve great food......just what you need after showboating down the bowl under the lifts..but remember everybody's watching! .......same deal on the water!
grands montets	small coffee and snack stop before assaulting one of the many routes down the mountain but without doubt the biggest attraction is the view. the whole of the valley is on display, magnificent vista of all the famous peaks even without climbing the stairs to the viewing platform, take it all in with a local schnapps.
lognan refuge	without doubt the best place on the mountain. a 100 year old climbing refuge recently refurbished but completely in keeping with the history. run by Olivier who descended from the Argentiere hut after five years as the guardian. Olivier serves traditional food with as much atmosphere as can be found anywhere in the alps. ski choices from here are either a challenging red back to the village, off piste tracks in the same direction, or for the faint of heart and maybe a drink for Olivier will get you a tow behind the snow mobile back to the track !

Le Brevent (1095 - 2025)

Stage for the Snowthrill extreme games and the site of many Warren Miller and Glen Plake films. However there is something for everyone here at Le Brevent just minutes from the centre of town. On the sunny south facing side of the valley close to Chamonix town centre Le Brévent lift system offers a variety of pistes where all skiers, what ever their ability, will find runs to delight them. The surroundings are majestic; this is a remarkable natural belevedere. The summit of the Brévent offers a panoramic circular view of Mont-Blanc, the Aiguilles peaks of Chamonix, the Fiz massif and the Aravis mountains. Opened in 1998, for the first time, is a link with La Flégère lift system.

La Flégère (1050m - 2450m)

2Km above Chamonix in the village of Les Praz a modern cable car whisks you to La Flégère on the south facing side of the valley. From La Flégère there are a variety of pistes and trails with exceptional views of the Mer de Glace and the whole of the Mont-Blanc range. There are wide sun-soaked gullies just waiting to be skied by skiers of all abilities from the complete beginner to the outrageously adventurous. Opened in 1998, for the first time, is a link with Le Brévent lift system.

Sunny flegere, laying some trails in the coombe de lachenal

Le Tour (1480 - 2230)

Wide & open spaces for beginners & intermediates, at the top of the valley overlooking Le Tour. Excellent sun & snow records, especially at the beginning & end of the season. Open in '98 a new lift, Les Laisson, which opens up the area above Vallocine with some outstanding trails.
Views of the le Tour glacier will stop you in your ski tracks, remember with the aid of a guide and a helping of adventure yo could be skiing down there.

MONT BLANC SKI PASS	Normal 6-day rate
Adult	Fr.1100
Child under 12	Fr.770
Adult over 60	Fr. 935

resort height	1095m
top lift station	2025m
no of lifts	9
vertical drop	930m
runs	13, great off piste
mountain restaurants	3

resort height	1050m
top lift station	2450m
no of lifts	6
vertical drop	930m
runs	10, good off-piste trees
mountain restaurants	great selection try them all !

resort height	1480m
top lift station	2230m
no of lifts	7
vertical drop	750m
runs	20, fantastic off piste to Vallorcine,
mountain restaurants	great selection try them all !, but the best is the old station at Vallorcine, a well earned gallete after skiing all the way down. but you'll have to get the train back. It's well worth it!