Northern Alps Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Northern Alps
Where to stay in Northern Alps
Annecy Old Town
Travellers come to Annecy Old Town for its lake views, and you can see top attractions like Lake Annecy and Palais de l Ile while you're in town.
Chamonix City Centre
Chamonix City Centre is a destination visitors seek out for its picture-perfect mountain views, relaxing spas and popular ski slopes. You might want to check out attractions like Chamonix Alpine Museum or Le Brevent Cable Car while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Courchevel 1850
Courchevel 1850 is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Jardin Alpin 2 Gondola and Jardin Alpin 3 Gondola.
Argentière
Argentière is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lognan Ski Lift and La Pierre à Ric.
Courchevel 1650
Courchevel 1650 is noteworthy for its skiing, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Belvedere Ski Lift and Ariondaz Gondola.
Les Praz-de-Chamonix
Unique features of Les Praz-de-Chamonix include the skiing and mountain views. Make a stop by Les Praz - Flegere Ski Lift or Flegere Cable Car while you're exploring the area.
Le Pélican
Very nice, easy walk to old town.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
La Folie Douce Hôtel Chamonix
All is good
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
L'Impérial Palace
Magnificent views of the lake. Clean spacious rooms. Very friendly staff. The walk to town along the lake shore is fantastic
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Aparthotel Adagio Annecy Centre
Great location near train and bus station. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Clean and comfortable room.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Comfort Aparthotel Les Hauts d'Annecy
Room was specious and had everything we needed for a young family. Cleaned well and generally in good condition.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Zenitude Evian Les Terrasses du Lac, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Do not stay there, awful confition, unsafe and ugly
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Popular places to visit
Lake Annecy
Swim in this very clean lake in the picturesque valley of the Rhône-Alpes region.
Val Thorens Ski Resort
As one of the Three Valleys’ three resorts, Val Thorens’s high altitude guarantees excellent snow during the season.
Les Arcs
Les Arcs skiing is first-rate as it is, but with a Paradiski lift pass, you will be given admission to all resorts in the Paradiski area, increasing the number of trails from 107 to 253.
Megeve Ski Resort
Hit the slopes in Megeve with a visit to Megeve Ski Resort. Discover the mountain views in this quaint area.
Tignes Ski Resort
Ski your way through a complex maze of snowy slopes on the Grande Motte glacier at this purpose-built resort.
Méribel Ski Resort
Meribel skiing is the ultimate destination for those who love a little luxury in the snow without the touristy feel.
