Statue of Michel Paccard, Chamonix (must see)

Michel Gabriel Paccard, born in Chamonix, was a doctor and mountain climber. Located in the center of town, his statue is an historical landmark. Dedicated to his ascent of Mont Blanc with his partner Jaque Balmat in 1786, it was a memorable achievement in the history of mountaineering.

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Sight Name: Statue of Michel Paccard
Sight Location: Chamonix, France (See walking tours in Chamonix)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Guide(s) Containing This Sight:

Chamonix Introduction Walking Tour

Walking Tours in Chamonix, France

Create Your Own Walk in Chamonix

Creating your own self-guided walk in Chamonix is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.

Chamonix Shopping Walking Tour

Chamonix is literally packed with shops, featuring a pedestrian area with stores selling souvenirs and gifts, including tasty regional delicacies such as wine, chocolate and cheese. Take the following tour to experience the best shopping in this lovely mountain town.

Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.8 Km or 0.5 Miles

Chamonix Introduction Walking Tour

Many of Chamonix’s attractions – apart from the surrounding majestic mountain peaks themselves – are one way or another associated with the Alps: statues and monuments of the first climbers of Mont Blanc, etc. Take this orientation walk to explore some of the city’s key attractions.

Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.5 Km or 1.6 Miles