Les Contamines-Montjoie, Alpine commune in Haute-Savoie, France.
Les Contamines-Montjoie is an alpine settlement in the Haute-Savoie region, located across varied elevations within a valley setting. The area features forests, meadows, and multiple peaks accessible through an extensive network of mountain trails.
The settlement formed from the merger of two earlier communities in the alpine region and evolved as a mountain village within the administrative structure of modern France. Its development reflects the transition from traditional alpine agriculture to tourism-focused economic activity.
The settlement has grown around mountain tourism and outdoor activities, with local life shaped by the rhythm of seasonal visitors exploring the surrounding peaks and trails. The community maintains traditions tied to alpine living and mountain pursuits that define its character.
The settlement is accessible by road and offers lodging and shops for visitors exploring the surrounding mountains. The hiking season runs from late spring through early fall when trails are clear of snow and weather conditions are most favorable.
The village sits at the gateway to Mont Blanc's surrounding massif, offering direct access to some of Europe's highest peaks. Many climbers and trekkers use the settlement as a base camp for tackling the challenging routes in the region.
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Evasion Mont Blanc
3.8 km
Église Notre Dame de la Gorge, près des Contamines-Montjoie
3.5 km
Dômes de Miage
5.5 km
Mont Joly
2.8 km
Aiguille des Glaciers
7.5 km
Aiguille de Tré la Tête
7.2 km
Glacier de Bionnassay
6.3 km
Armancette Glacier
4.2 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame-des-Neiges de la Ville-des-Glaciers
10.9 km
Réserve naturelle nationale des Contamines-Montjoie
4.7 km
Glacier de Tré-la-Tête
5.8 km
Tête Sud des Fours
10.1 km
Aiguille de Roselette
6.4 km
Tête Nord des Fours
9.6 km
Mont Tondu
6.8 km
Parc de loisirs du Pontet
2.2 km
Aiguilles de la Penaz
8.8 km
Glacier des Glaciers
7.9 km
Glacier de Miage
5.3 km
Chalets de Miage
3.1 km
Mont Joux
5 km
Croix du Christ
4.2 km
Tête de la Cicle
8.1 km
Ruisseau du Dorinet
7.4 km
Mont Géroux
3 kmTête de la Combaz
3.4 km
Lanchettes Glacier
7.3 km
Grès Singuliers
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