Aiguille du Midi cable car station overlooking the snow-covered Mont Blanc massif in Chamonix.

Chamonix Valley ski resorts piste maps

The Chamonix valley offers some of the most dramatic lift-served skiing in the Alps. Rather than a single, purpose-built ski domain, Chamonix is a collection of distinct mountain sectors stretching over 20 km beneath Mont Blanc, each with its own terrain profile, altitude range and snow characteristics. From the steep, north-facing slopes of Les Grands Montets to the panoramic cruising terrain of Brévent-Flégère and the high-alpine glacial environment accessed via Aiguille du Midi, understanding how the valley is structured is essential before you arrive.

Below you can download the latest Chamonix Mont Blanc piste map in PDF format, including all the major Chamonix ski resorts slopes maps across the valley. Further down the page, you’ll also find a detailed breakdown of how the ski area is structured across its main sectors.

Chamonix Valley ski piste map

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Chamonix Valley ski map explained

The Chamonix Valley ski area is not a single interconnected domain but a series of distinct ski sectors spread along a linear valley. On the piste map, these areas are arranged from west to east and must be accessed individually via lift or road rather than skis.

At the centre of the valley sits Chamonix town (1,035 m), which acts as the main transport hub. While there is no major ski area directly from the town centre, it provides access to all sectors via lift departure points at Planpraz (Brévent), Les Praz (Flégère), Argentière (Grands Montets) and Le Tour (Balme).
At the western end of the valley, Les Houches offers lower-altitude, forested skiing with a mix of blue, red and some black pistes. This sector is separate from the main domains and is particularly reliable in poor visibility due to its tree-lined terrain.
Moving east, the Brévent-Flégère sector (up to 2,525 m) forms the main interconnected ski area within Chamonix. It is south-facing, meaning sunnier slopes and softer snow conditions, and is dominated by blue and red pistes, making it the best all-round area for intermediate skiers.
Further along the valley, the Grands Montets sector in Argentière (up to 3,300 m) represents the most technical terrain in Chamonix. With predominantly north-facing slopes, it offers excellent snow preservation and is known for steep descents, red and black pistes, and extensive off-piste opportunities.
At the far eastern end of the valley, the Domaine de Balme (Le Tour-Vallorcine) features wide, open terrain and a high concentration of green and blue pistes. This sector is ideal for beginners and progressing skiers and also provides links towards Switzerland, although it is more exposed to weather conditions.
Separate from these main ski areas, the Aiguille du Midi (3,842 m) is a high-mountain access point rather than a piste sector. It does not connect to the lift network and serves as the starting point for the Vallée Blanche glacier descent, a high-alpine off-piste route.
Also outside the standard ski network, the Montenvers railway (Mer de Glace, 1,913 m) provides scenic access and serves as the exit point for the Vallée Blanche descent.
Finally, near the valley floor, the Planards area is a small, independent beginner zone with nursery slopes and training lifts, separate from the main ski sectors.