Les Contamines-Montjoie
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Nestled at the foot of Mont Blanc at an altitude of 1164 m, hides, in the middle of the woods, the authentic resort of Contamines-Montjoie. The village of Les Contamines offers all the wealth, charm and personality of a mountain village resort.
Welcome to this typical mountain village nestled at the foot of Mont-Blanc. All the ingredients are brought together in this authentic resort, friendly and conducive to sharing, to immerse yourself in the heart of unspoilt nature and culture.
A true natural setting, of which 2/3 of the territory is classified as a Nature Reserve, the commune of Contamines-Montjoie has known how to develop while respecting traditions. Composed of small scattered hamlets, the village has around 1.200 permanent inhabitants and has retained all its charm of yesteryear thanks to its old farms, traditional chalets, small residences, mountain heritage... Ideal for recharging your batteries!
Location details
By car :
From PARIS:
A6 motorway then A40 to Mâcon nord, direction Geneva, then Blanche motorway to Passy exit n°21 (12km from the resort.)
From LYONS:
A42 Lyon - Pont d'Ain, then A40 Mâcon-Geneva.
A43 Lyon - Chambery - Annecy - Passy n°21.
From the SOUTH:
Marseille - Lyon A7 or Marseille - Valence A7, then Valence - Grenoble A41 - Passy A40 exit n° 21.
By train :
Saint Gervais les Bains - Le Fayet station 12 km away.
By plane :
Geneva airport, one hour from Les Contamines.
Lyon Airport, 2 hours from Les Contamines.
Possible transfers from Geneva Cointrin or Lyon Saint Exupery airports with BlaBlaCar Bus:
www.ouibus.com