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Summer 2018 nocturnal train rides, Chamonix

Evening ride on the little red train

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All aboard the little red train for an evening excursion around Chamonix.

Once the sun starts to set, climb aboard the red tourist train for an evening discovery ride from Chamonix to the charming little villages of Les Bois and Les Praz.

These villages just outside Chamonix have kept their original alpine features and authentic old chalets, farmhouses and workshops. On this short trip you will leave Chamonix town and venture into a rural idyll to see the traditional side of the valley.

You'll have the chance to pause at the little chapel in Les Praz to take some photographs as the sun sets over the mountains.

The commentary is in French and a maximum of 60 people can take part.

Tickets are €8 for adults and €5 for children.

Where and when

Thursday evenings during July and August.

Venue

Place Balmat

What to see

Old wooden chalets, farmhouses, local points of interest, sunset over the mountains.

Participants

The train is limited to a maximum of 60 passengers.

Location

Map of the surrounding area