In the land of Mont Blanc, the headquarters for mountain enthusiasts

In the heart of the Mont-Blanc massif, the Argentière sports village is a major site for practicing all mountain sports, summer and winter, in the Chamonix Valley.

At 1,250 m, in the heart of an authentic and friendly village with a strong mountain character, the UCPA takes up residence in a hotel from the end of the 19th century, near the Grands-Montets cable car. The sports village welcomes young people from all over the world, passionate about nature and mountain sports, who want to live a unique experience in the Mont-Blanc region.

Les Spots

At the heart of the Mont-Blanc massif, the Chamonix Valley is a major site for all mountain sports activities in summer: mountaineering and climbing, hiking, trail running, mountain biking.

At 1,250 m, in the heart of an authentic and friendly village with a strong mountain character, the Argentière sports village takes up residence in a hotel from the end of the 19th century, at the foot of the Aiguille Verte and the Argentière glacier. In the stronghold of mountain lovers, our team gives you access to an anthological mountain environment in which you learn to evolve and you share convivial moments in a refuge or in the village. In search of authenticity, wide open spaces and nature, you will not be disappointed!

  • LES + UCPA

  • A team of passionate mountain guides
  • A sports village completely renovated in 2013
  • Quality collective spaces
  • A heated pool
  • A climbing gym
  • A dining room with terraces, facing south and facing Mont-Blanc

LES ACTIVITÉS

L'après-sport

In the sports village of Argentière
Pub atmosphere at the bar (snow sports and mountain movies, music), mountain entertainment, dance evening, night stroll...
...
Sports activities, stretching, indoor climbing, sauna, slackline.
Park with outdoor pool, petanque, table tennis, volleyball court, sauna.

In the village of Argentière, all shops, bars, restaurants, medical services.
Free shuttles during the day to Chamonix (8 km).
In Chamonix: all shops, swimming pool, skating rink, bowling, numerous museums.

L'après-sport

In the sports village of Argentière
Pub atmosphere at the bar (snow sports and mountain movies, music), mountain entertainment, dance evening, night stroll...
Sports activities, stretching, indoor climbing, sauna, slackline.
Park with outdoor pool, petanque, table tennis, volleyball court, sauna.

In the village of Argentière, all shops, bars, restaurants, medical services.
Free shuttles during the day to Chamonix (8 km).
In Chamonix: all shops, swimming pool, skating rink, bowling, numerous museums.

Informations importantes

To know everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation
www.chamonix.com
...
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.com
www.chamonixsport.com

Informations importantes

To know everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation
www.chamonix.com
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.com
www.chamonixsport.com

Les espaces

Heated pool.
Dining rooms facing south, facing Mont Blanc, with terraces.
Multipurpose hall, entertainment, dance and show.
...
Bar.
Sauna (bring bath sheet and swimsuit).
Block-type climbing gym (slippers provided).
Reading room.
Stretching room.
Several meeting rooms equipped with audiovisual equipment.
Volley ball court.
Petanque court.
Bike park: pump track and mountain bike maneuverability zone.
Table tennis table.
Slackline.

Les espaces

Heated pool.
Dining rooms facing south, facing Mont Blanc, with terraces.
Multipurpose hall, entertainment, dance and show.
Bar.
Sauna (bring bath sheet and swimsuit).
Block-type climbing gym (slippers provided).
Reading room.
Stretching room.
Several meeting rooms equipped with audiovisual equipment.
Volley ball court.
Petanque court.
Bike park: pump track and mountain bike maneuverability zone.
Table tennis table.
Slackline.

Infos pratiques

Wifi
Cool zone
Centre rénové
Accès à mobilité réduite

Infos pratiques

Wifi
Cool zone
Centre rénové
Accès à mobilité réduite

Restauration

Restauration

Adresse et accès

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley
170 Charlet Straton Street
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

...
00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

You are coming by train:
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).

You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.

You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.

To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

Adresse et accès

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley
170 Charlet Straton Street
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

You are coming by train:
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).

You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.

You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.

To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

LES CHAMBRES

Accommodation Argentière Sports Village - Mont Blanc Valley


Mostly rooms for 4 people with sinks.
Some rooms for 5 and 6 people, equipped with sinks.
Individual readers.
Shared showers and sanitary facilities on each floor.

Possibility of accommodation for 2 (separate beds) for 7-day adult courses in a sports village to be booked at the time of registration (with supplement).

  • Type d'hébergement: UCPA Center
  • Niveau de confort: Pleasant
  • Capacité max: 300
  • Wifi
  • Centre rénové
  • Accès à mobilité réduite

Argentière - Mont Blanc Valley, is a world reference for backcountry skiing.
Several areas, with the omnipresence of glaciers and Mont Blanc.
Beginners or intermediate skiers are not forgotten, with numerous adapted areas.

At 1,250 m in the heart of an authentic and friendly village with a strong mountain character, the UCPA takes up residence in a late 19th century hotel completely renovated in 2013, near the Grands-Montets cable car.

  • LES + UCPA

  • A place for meetings and exchanges for many young Europeans passionate about mountains
  • At the foot of the Grands Montets ski area
  • Charming and comfortable building, completely renovated in 2013
  • Magnificent dining room facing Mont Blanc

LES ACTIVITÉS

L'après-sport

On the sports village
'Pub' atmosphere at the bar (snow movies, music), concerts with 'live' groups or large screen video, dance evenings, mountain entertainment, stretching, billiards, comic books, games, games, various outdoor sports activities in a good “mountain” atmosphere.
...
Sauna: Remember to bring a swimsuit and bath towel.
Climbing gym (bouldering room type): remember to bring your climbing shoes.
Stretching room.

In the station
All services and shops, numerous bars and restaurants.
Chamonix 8 km away: skating rink, swimming pool, fitness area, cinema (trains and shuttles to get around the valley, train station and stops in front of the center, free access during the day).

L'après-sport

On the sports village
'Pub' atmosphere at the bar (snow movies, music), concerts with 'live' groups or large screen video, dance evenings, mountain entertainment, stretching, billiards, comic books, games, games, various outdoor sports activities in a good “mountain” atmosphere.
Sauna: Remember to bring a swimsuit and bath towel.
Climbing gym (bouldering room type): remember to bring your climbing shoes.
Stretching room.

In the station
All services and shops, numerous bars and restaurants.
Chamonix 8 km away: skating rink, swimming pool, fitness area, cinema (trains and shuttles to get around the valley, train station and stops in front of the center, free access during the day).

Informations importantes

An ATM is located 200 m from the sports village.
Because of Europe, there are many European neighbours in the sports village.
...
At the same time, you can review your English.
The introduction of alcohol from outside is prohibited. At the sports village bar, a choice of beers and wines at reasonable prices.
To find out everything about the Chamonix Valley, the ski lifts, the snow, the snow, the entertainment, accommodation to arrive the day before or extend your stay: Chamonix and Compagnie du Mont Blanc

Informations importantes

An ATM is located 200 m from the sports village.
Because of Europe, there are many European neighbours in the sports village. At the same time, you can review your English.
The introduction of alcohol from outside is prohibited. At the sports village bar, a choice of beers and wines at reasonable prices.
To find out everything about the Chamonix Valley, the ski lifts, the snow, the snow, the entertainment, accommodation to arrive the day before or extend your stay: Chamonix and Compagnie du Mont Blanc

Les espaces

The sports village is equipped with a sauna and an indoor climbing room.

Les espaces

The sports village is equipped with a sauna and an indoor climbing room.

Infos pratiques

Wifi
Cool zone
Centre rénové
Bar
...
Accès à mobilité réduite
Snacking

Infos pratiques

Wifi
Cool zone
Centre rénové
Bar
Accès à mobilité réduite
Snacking

Restauration

Restauration

Adresse et accès

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley
170 Charlet Straton Street
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

...
00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

You are coming by train:
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).

You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.

You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.

To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

Adresse et accès

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley
170 Charlet Straton Street
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

You are coming by train:
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).

You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.

You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.

To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

LES CHAMBRES

Accommodation Argentière Sports Village - Mont Blanc Valley


Mostly rooms for 4 people with sinks.
Some rooms for 5 and 6 people, equipped with sinks.
Individual readers.
Shared showers and sanitary facilities on each floor.

Possibility of accommodation for 2 (separate beds) for 7-day adult courses in a sports village to be booked at the time of registration (with supplement).

  • Type d'hébergement: UCPA Center
  • Niveau de confort: Pleasant
  • Capacité max: 300
  • Wifi
  • Centre rénové
  • Accès à mobilité réduite

Is your teenager comfortable on the slopes and wants to evolve? The teams of the Argentière sports village introduce 16-17 year olds who are passionate about skiing, skiing or snowboarding in all snow, from the track to off-track, or even to ski touring.

The Argentière sports village offers 16-17 year olds stays with the Independence label, designed specifically to offer them freedom and help them take initiatives among adults, while allowing them to share convivial moments. The sports village teams help them take responsibility and give them the keys they need to fully understand the mountain environment in which they live.
At 1,250 m, in the heart of an authentic and friendly village with a strong mountain character, the UCPA takes up residence in a hotel from the end of the 19th century, near the Grands-Montets cable car.

  • LES + UCPA

  • Independence certified stays for 16-17 year olds
  • At the foot of the Grands-Montets ski area
  • Indoor sauna and climbing

LES ACTIVITÉS

L'après-sport

At UCPA
Snow movies, music, concerts with 'live' groups or large screen video, dance evenings, dance evenings, mountain entertainment, stretching, billiards, comics, games, introduction to ice climbing and natural skating rink (depending on weather conditions).

...
In the station
All services and shops, numerous bars and restaurants.
Chamonix 8 km away
Skating rink, swimming pool, fitness area, cinema (trains and shuttles to get around the valley).

L'après-sport

At UCPA
Snow movies, music, concerts with 'live' groups or large screen video, dance evenings, dance evenings, mountain entertainment, stretching, billiards, comics, games, introduction to ice climbing and natural skating rink (depending on weather conditions).

In the station
All services and shops, numerous bars and restaurants.
Chamonix 8 km away
Skating rink, swimming pool, fitness area, cinema (trains and shuttles to get around the valley).

Les espaces

The sports village is equipped with a sauna and an indoor climbing room.

Les espaces

The sports village is equipped with a sauna and an indoor climbing room.

Infos pratiques

Wifi
Cool zone
Centre rénové
Bar
...
Accès à mobilité réduite

Infos pratiques

Wifi
Cool zone
Centre rénové
Bar
Accès à mobilité réduite

Restauration

The catering is presented in the form of various buffets. A wide choice of starters, hot dishes and desserts is offered by our UCPA cooks.

Restauration

The catering is presented in the form of various buffets. A wide choice of starters, hot dishes and desserts is offered by our UCPA cooks.

Adresse et accès

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley
170 Charlet Straton Street
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

...
00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

You are coming by train:
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).

You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.

You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.

To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

Adresse et accès

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley
170 Charlet Straton Street
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

You are coming by train:
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).

You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.

You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.

To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

LES CHAMBRES

Accommodation Argentière Sports Village - Mont Blanc Valley


Mostly rooms for 4 people with sinks.
Some rooms for 5 and 6 people, equipped with sinks.
Individual readers.
Shared showers and sanitary facilities on each floor.

Possibility of accommodation for 2 (separate beds) for 7-day adult courses in a sports village to be booked at the time of registration (with supplement).

  • Type d'hébergement: UCPA Center
  • Niveau de confort: Pleasant
  • Capacité max: 300
  • Wifi
  • Centre rénové
  • Accès à mobilité réduite

A true paradise in the heart of the Mont-Blanc massif for young people looking for sporting challenges, the Chamonix Valley is a major site for practicing mountain activities: mountaineering, climbing, hiking or glacier hiking, hiking or glacier hiking, trail running and mountain biking.

At 1,250 m, in the heart of an authentic and friendly village with a strong mountain character, the UCPA takes up residence in a hotel from the end of the 19th century, at the foot of the Aiguille Verte and the Argentière glacier. The sports village teams help your teenager to take responsibility and give him the keys to properly understanding the mountain environment in which he evolves while sharing real convivial moments.

  • LES + UCPA

  • Experienced guides with a passion for nature
  • Heated pool
  • Bould-type climbing gym (slippers provided)
  • Park in front of the sports village with a volleyball court, a slackline area and a pump track

LES ACTIVITÉS

L'après-sport

Beach volleyball tournaments, petanque tournaments, swimming and big games

L'après-sport

Beach volleyball tournaments, petanque tournaments, swimming and big games

Activités gratuites sur le centre

Heated pool
Bould-type climbing gym (slippers provided)
Park in front of the sports village with a volleyball court, a slackline area, a petanque court and a pump track track

Activités gratuites sur le centre

Heated pool
Bould-type climbing gym (slippers provided)
Park in front of the sports village with a volleyball court, a slackline area, a petanque court and a pump track track

Informations importantes

To know everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation
www.chamonix.com
...
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.com
www.chamonixsport.com

Informations importantes

To know everything about the Chamonix Valley, mountain conditions, ski lifts, entertainment, accommodation
www.chamonix.com
www.compniedumontblanc.com
www.ohm-chamonix.com
www.chamonixsport.com

Les espaces

Heated pool
Bould-type climbing gym (slippers provided)
Sauna (bring bath sheet and swimsuit)
Dining rooms facing south, facing Mont Blanc, with terraces
...
Multipurpose room (entertainment, dances and shows)
Stretching room
Volley ball field
Bike park: pump track and mountain bike handling zone
Ping-pong table
Flipper
Foosball

Les espaces

Heated pool
Bould-type climbing gym (slippers provided)
Sauna (bring bath sheet and swimsuit)
Dining rooms facing south, facing Mont Blanc, with terraces
Multipurpose room (entertainment, dances and shows)
Stretching room
Volley ball field
Bike park: pump track and mountain bike handling zone
Ping-pong table
Flipper
Foosball

Infos pratiques

Wifi
Cool zone
Centre rénové
Bar
...
Accès à mobilité réduite

Infos pratiques

Wifi
Cool zone
Centre rénové
Bar
Accès à mobilité réduite

Restauration

The catering is presented in the form of various buffets. A wide choice of starters, hot dishes and desserts is offered by our UCPA cooks.

Restauration

The catering is presented in the form of various buffets. A wide choice of starters, hot dishes and desserts is offered by our UCPA cooks.

Adresse et accès

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley
170 Charlet Straton Street
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

...
00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

You are coming by train:
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).

You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.

You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.

To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

Adresse et accès

Argentière - Mont-Blanc Valley
170 Charlet Straton Street
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

00 (33) 4 50 54 07 11

You are coming by train:
Get off at Argentière SNCF station (changing at Saint-Gervais/Le Fayet), located 50 m from the UCPA sports village. Check the destination of the train: the UCPA is located in Argentière in Haute-Savoie (74) and not in Argentière-les-Écrins (05).

You are coming by plane:
The nearest airport is Geneva Airport, a 1.5-hour shuttle from Chamonix. For shuttle schedules, consult the Tourism Office website.
UCPA has a partnership with the shuttle company Mountain Drop-offs. Discount code: UCPA1415.

You are coming by car:
Take the white highway to Chamonix, then the national road 506 to Argentière, 8 km up from Chamonix. The UCPA sports center is located 50 m from the SNCF train station. There is no parking within the UCPA sports center. However, it is possible to find free but limited parking spaces in the village.

To preserve the planet and not have worries (snowy roads in winter, difficult parking), if possible, prefer public transport.

LES CHAMBRES

Accommodation Argentière Sports Village - Mont Blanc Valley


Mostly rooms for 4 people with sinks.
Some rooms for 5 and 6 people, equipped with sinks.
Individual readers.
Shared showers and sanitary facilities on each floor.

Possibility of accommodation for 2 (separate beds) for 7-day adult courses in a sports village to be booked at the time of registration (with supplement).

  • Type d'hébergement: UCPA Center
  • Niveau de confort: Pleasant
  • Capacité max: 300
  • Wifi
  • Centre rénové
  • Accès à mobilité réduite