Vallorcine

Vallorcine, a true haven of peace

Vallorcine is the last village in the Chamonix-Mont-Blanc valley before crossing into Switzerland, and has managed to preserve its character, blending authenticity and nature. You'll be seduced by its authentic accommodations, including theHôtel du Buet and its apartments in tourist residences or private homes.

What to do in Vallorcine

Summer and winter alike, the "valley of the bears" offers a wide range of activities to please both sports enthusiasts and culture lovers.
In winter, snow sports are king. Skiing, ice climbing, tobogganing, ski touring and snowshoeing are just some of the activities you can enjoy in this unspoilt natural environment. And in summer, hiking, mountain biking, fishing or rock climbing will appeal to lovers of peace and wide-open spaces. The more experienced like to take on Mont Buet (3,096 m), also known as Mont Blanc des dames.

The Barberine and Bérard waterfalls are within easy reach of Vallorcine. You can go as far as the Emosson dam in Switzerland, to observe the traces of the ancestors of the dinosaurs.
Immerse yourself in the unique history of the village and its hamlets. Architectural enthusiasts will be on the lookout for the raccards, wheat barns with a distinctive design found nowhere else in France, a sign of Vallorcine's Valais origins.

A group of charming hamlets nestled at the foot of the Aiguilles Rouges mountains, Vallorcine can be reached via the Col des Montets. The Mont-Blanc Express train became the preferred mode of transport. Today, it runs every hour in high season.
Since 2004, Vallorcine has been linked to the Balme ski area by a gondola lift.

Whether for sport or culture, your stay in Vallorcine will meet all your expectations in an exceptional natural setting!