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Brévent Cable Car

The Brévent offers the most direct view of the Mont Blanc massif from Chamonix. Two sections — Planpraz gondola then cable car — lift you to 2,525 m directly facing the glaciers.

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View from the Brévent summit at 2,525 m over the Mont Blanc massif and Bossons glacier, Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
At a glance
Type
Téléphérique panoramique
Access
Payant
Price
À partir de 41,20 € (adulte AR)
Duration
15 min de trajet · 2–4 h sur place
Best season
Juillet – mi-septembre (été) · Décembre – avril (ski)
Parking
Parking Les Pélerins (payant, entrée de Chamonix)
Animals
PMR : 50 % de réduction sur justificatif
Town
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Wheelchair access
Accessible · Accessible aux fauteuils roulants avec accompagnant : sièges rabattables des cabines, rampe et ascenseur à Planpraz, sanitaires adaptés et caisse adaptée ; tarif spécial sur carte handicap. per Office de Tourisme de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

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What is Brévent Cable Car

The Brévent Cable Car serves the Brévent ski area at 2,525 m, south-facing and directly opposite the Mont Blanc massif above Chamonix. Access from the town centre uses two sections: a gondola to Planpraz (2,000 m) then the cable car to the Brévent summit. In summer (13 June – 20 September 2026, excluding partial closures), the site opens to hikers for sightseeing, with routes to Planpraz, the Grand Balcon Sud traverse and the Brévent–Flégère link.

South-facing and bordering the Aiguilles Rouges nature reserve, the Brévent is the valley's premier balcony viewpoint for Mont Blanc. The panorama spans the full northern face of the massif, from Mont Blanc to the Grandes Jorasses. In winter the ski area offers pistes for all levels, a freestyle area, and a gondola link to the Flégère sector. Paragliding take-off zones are available at Planpraz.

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Practical

Practical information

Adresse
Planpraz, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (départ centre-ville Chamonix) View on map
Altitude
1 035 m (centre Chamonix) · 2 000 m (Planpraz) · 2 525 m (sommet Brévent)
Horaires
Hiver (13 déc 2025 – 19 avr 2026) : tous les jours 8h50–16h45/17h15 selon période. Fermeture intersaison 20 avr – 12 jun 2026. Été (13 jun – 20 sep 2026) : tous les jours 8h35–18h (juillet–août 8h20–18h). Vérifiez le calendrier précis sur site. Vérifié sur le site officiel le 9 mai 2026.
Tarifs
Adulte AR 41,20 €, aller simple 24 €. Enfant/Senior (5–14 ans et 65+) AR 35 €, aller simple 20,40 €. Pass Famille 127,70 €. PMR 50 % de réduction (caisse). Gratuit moins de 5 ans (caisse). Vérifié le 9 mai 2026.
Réservation
Billetterie sur domaineschamonix.montblancnaturalresort.com. Achat également possible aux caisses et bornes Pick-Up Box.
Parking
Parking Les Pélerins à l'entrée de Chamonix (payant)
Animaux
Non admis sur le téléphérique du Brévent en règle générale
Accessibilité
PMR : 50 % de réduction sur billet AR ou forfait journée sur présentation de la carte. Achat uniquement en caisse.
Durée de trajet
~15 min cumulés Chamonix–Planpraz (télécabine) + Planpraz–Brévent (téléphérique)
Contact
domaineschamonix.montblancnaturalresort.com
Access

How to get there

By car

From Geneva (~1 h) or Annecy (~1h15): A40/A41, exit Chamonix-Mont-Blanc. The Planpraz gondola base station is in the town centre, walkable from most accommodation. Paid Les Pélerins car park at the entrance to the town.

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Public transport

The base station is 5 minutes on foot from Chamonix SNCF station. Local bus shuttles run in season from main accommodation zones.

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Nearest stops

  • LES MOENTIEUX · Chamonix Bus · 10 · 677 m
  • BREVENT · Chamonix Bus · 10 · 831 m
  • LES MOUSSOUX · Chamonix Bus · 10 · 848 m

Transport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)

When to visit

When to visit

In summer, the best window is July–mid-September: the cable car is fully open, trails are clear, and the Mont Blanc panorama is at its best in clear morning conditions. In winter (December–mid-April), Brévent is a respected ski area known for south-facing slopes. Avoid the intersaison closure (20 April–12 June 2026). Mornings are best for panoramic clarity before afternoon clouds build over the massif.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I book the Brévent cable car?

Tickets are sold at domaineschamonix.montblancnaturalresort.com and at the resort ticket desks and Pick-Up Box terminals in Chamonix. Online booking is recommended in high season.

What does the Brévent cable car cost?

Brévent Cable Car: adult return 41.20 €. One-way adult: 24 €. Child/Senior return: 35 €. Family pass: 127.70 €. Under 5 free. PMR 50% at desk. Verified 9 May 2026.

What are the Brévent cable car hours?

The Brévent Cable Car is open in summer (13 Jun–20 Sep 2026) 8:35–18:00 (8:20–18:00 Jul–Aug). Winter: 8:50, last descent 16:45–17:15. Closed 20 Apr–12 Jun 2026 for maintenance. Verified 9 May 2026 — subject to seasonal changes.

Is the Brévent Cable Car open in summer for hikers?

Yes, from 13 June 2026. The Brévent Cable Car opens for hikers with access to the Grand Balcon Sud, the Brévent–Flégère traverse and Aiguilles Rouges nature reserve routes.

Is there a restaurant at the Brévent Cable Car summit?

Yes, a panoramic restaurant operates at the Brévent Cable Car summit (2,525 m). At Planpraz (2,000 m) a mountain hut restaurant is open in summer and winter.

Can I paraglide from the Brévent Cable Car?

Yes. Planpraz (2,000 m), reached via the Brévent Cable Car, is a recognised paragliding launch site with direct Mont Blanc views. Tandem operators are active in season. Contact the Chamonix tourist office.

Sources

Sources & verification

Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.

Published 9 mai 2026·Updated 9 mai 2026

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