Planning your trip to Chamonix
In order to prepare for your trip to Chamonix for the UTMB, it is important to plan your trip and its logistics well in advance, so that your arrival in Chamonix can be smooth and your stay perfect.
How to get to Chamonix
There are many different ways to get to Chamonix. You can choose the one that suits you best depending on where you are from and whether you are travelling alone or with others. Chamonix can be reached by train, plane or road, whether from France, Italy or Switzerland. The different means of access should be determined from an economic point of view (the car is often cheaper with several people), practicality and also according to where you come from (easy access to airports or SNCF stations).
Accommodation in Chamonix
Finding accommodation in Chamonix for the UTMB will be important for your comfort and logistics before the event. The choice of accommodation is vast but the high number of people in the heart of summer and the crowds due to the UTMB sometimes make availability scarce and prices high. It is therefore advisable to make your reservations well in advance and to take advantage of the best times to book. Finally, you will have to choose between several types of accommodation available. Hotels could be a solution but many people prefer flats to rent, gites or the comfort of guest houses. Another interesting alternative is to look at campsites, which are an economical and often practical solution. You should not neglect the surrounding area and focus only on Chamonix. Within a 45 kilometre radius, you will find many villages with accommodation available, offering good value for money and a good distance to get there quickly.
Activities in Chamonix
If you are going to Chamonix for the UTMB, you might as well spend a few extra days there and see the area. There is plenty to do and see in Chamonix and the surrounding area is full of majestic sites to visit. The town also has many charms and is a great place to stay, whether you are a tourist or a sportsman!