Looking to spend four or five nights in the French Alps. Where should should we be based. I am thinking either Annecy or Chamonix. Itinerary or lodging suggestions very much appreciated.
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🏝️ Hobe Sound, FL⛱️
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If your main interest is the Alps, definitely stay in Chamonix but make sure you also visit the beautiful it’s of Annecy. Not to be missed.
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I've just returned from Chamonix after completing the Tour du Mont Blanc. While I did not go to Annecy I do understand that it is a lovely town, but would agree Chamonix might offer a more central location. You can drive or take public/private transfer to Annecy for a day trip. If the Mont Blanc tunnel has reopened by the time of your trip I would also strongly suggest a visit to Courmayeur for a day. Flix bus has regular service to and from Courmayeur. When we were in Chamonix we stayed at the Heliopic and highly recommend it although I did get a fabulous price at the time I booked.
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Chicago
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You don't say when you plan to go, but between now and ski season, there will be
a lot of closures/maintenance of the lifts/gondolas which may reduce the things you
are able to see if you stay in a place like Chamonix. And it is already starting to snow
sporadically at the higher elevations.
Annecy is not really in the Alps per se, but is indeed a lovely town. 5 nights might be
overkill, though, whereas it would not be in Chamonix in the summertime.