Famous as the gateway to Mont Blanc, Chamonix is a legendary town for adventurers and nature lovers.
It hosted the first Winter Olympics in 1924 and remains a world-renowned ski and mountaineering destination. Take the Aiguille du Midi cable car for breathtaking views of the Alps or explore the Mer de Glace, France’s largest glacier.
A blend of urban energy, natural beauty, and coastal lifestyle makes these ten destinations some of the most beautiful coastal cities in the world, each a unique escape by the sea.