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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
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At a glance
Type
Panoramic cable car
Access
Paid
Price
From €41.20 (adult return)
Duration
15-minute ride · 2–4h on site
Best season
July – mid-September (summer) · December – April (skiing)
Parking
Les Pélerins car park (paid, Chamonix entrance)
Animals
Reduced mobility: 50% discount with proof
Town
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Wheelchair access
Accessible Source: Office de Tourisme de Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

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Price

Adulte aller-retour (15–64 ans)
41,20 €Aller simple 24 €
Enfant/Senior aller-retour (5–14 ans et 65 ans et +)
35,00 €Aller simple 20,40 €. Gratuit moins de 5 ans (sur justificatif, caisse uniquement).
Pass Famille / Tribu (2 adultes + enfants 5–14 ans)
127,70 €2 premiers enfants gratuits, puis 3e/4e/5e enfant gratuit

What is Brévent Cable Car

Planpraz (2 000 m)

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

Address
Planpraz, 74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (departure from Chamonix town centre) View on map
Altitude
1,035 m (Chamonix centre) · 2,000 m (Planpraz) · 2,525 m (Brévent summit)
Opening hours
Winter (13 Dec 2025 – 19 Apr 2026): every day 8:50am–4:45pm/5:15pm depending on the period. Off-season closure 20 Apr – 12 June 2026. Summer (13 June – 20 Sep 2026): every day 8:35am–6:00pm (July–August 8:20am–6:00pm). Check the exact schedule on the website. Verified on the official website on 9 May 2026.
Booking
Tickets at domaineschamonix.montblancnaturalresort.com. Also available at ticket desks and Pick-Up Box kiosks.
Parking
Les Pélerins car park at the entrance to Chamonix (paid)
Dogs
Generally not allowed on the Téléphérique du Brévent
Accessibility
Reduced mobility: 50% discount on return ticket or day pass on presentation of a card. Purchase at the ticket desk only.
Journey time
~15 minutes combined Chamonix–Planpraz (gondola) + Planpraz–Brévent (cable car)
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.
Winter

Winter season

Winter access window
Not specified
Winter infrastructure
Not specified
Snow panorama
Not specified
Equipment mandated
Loi Montagne II — winter tyres or chains required (1 Nov – 31 Mar)
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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 19/07/26

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