Historic cogwheel railway since 1909 climbing 871 m to Mer de Glace. The 5.1 km track features 6 railcars dating from 1954 that transport over 450,000 passengers annually. Spectacular views of the Chamonix valley and Mont Blanc massif throughout the 20-minute journey.
Round-trip: Adults €31.50, children €26.80, family €97.70. Full package with cave and museum €49.70. No reservation needed
Year-round operation with extended summer hours. Sit on the right side for best Mont Blanc views going up. No reservation required - just show up with your ticket.
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Yes, it runs year-round with a short maintenance closure in May. Winter hours are shorter (10:00-16:30). The ice cave is also accessible in winter, though fewer stairs as the glacier is covered in snow.
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