Sustainable Mountain Destination
Let's work together to protect our natural resources
A region that is both exceptional and fragile
The Chamonix Valley is nestled in an exceptional natural setting. Perpetual snow, glaciers, alpine pastures, forests, high-altitude lakes, and wetlands—wherever you are, these landscapes are right before your eyes. The richness of these natural environments is characterized by a remarkable diversity of flora and fauna.
Local authorities recognized the unique nature and fragility of their environment early on and took numerous actions to address it. Today, this responsibility has been assumed by the Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Valley Community of Communes, which aims to balance environmental protection, human activities, and public awareness by working with its partners to protect, manage, and enhance natural areas.
Let's take advantage while protecting our environment
A committed territory
Portal for the Natural Areas of the Chamonix-Mont-Blanc Valley
Reconnect with nature in winter
Reconnecter with nature in summer
Positive Energy Valley
Getting around in the valley : bus, train, bike
Chiens de protection et randonneurs
Protected areas
Flocon vert Label
The Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley is committed to numerous measures linked to sustainable development and the energy and ecological transition, such as the Green Snowflake.
Flocon Vert is a label guaranteeing the sustainable commitment of mountain tourist destinations.
The Chamonix Mont-Blanc Valley was one of the first three destinations to be awarded the Green Flock in 2013.
Also obtained in 2015 and 2018, the destination is keen to renew its commitment in 2022 in this continuous improvement process, led by the Community of Communes of the Chamonix Valley in collaboration with various players in the area including the Intercommunal Tourist Office and the Compagnie du Mont-Blanc.
FAQ
The valley promotes sustainable transportation: the Mont-Blanc Express train, buses, biking, and walking. With the guest card provided by your lodging provider, Chamonix Bus shuttles (excluding Chamo’nuit) and train rides between Servoz and Vallorcine are free. Find schedules, maps, and tickets on the dedicated page.
You can buy directly from farmers and producers in the valley and discover their products. The destination’s committed partners are also united under a charter, which helps you choose environmentally conscious service providers.
A few simple actions can make all the difference: stay on the marked trails, take your trash with you, don't pick flowers, and keep your distance from animals.