In the 19th century, climbing parties used to assemble in the Bistrot des Sports before setting out to conquer Mont Blanc. A merry medley of mountaineers, skiers and tourists still gather in this welcoming bar and brasserie, whose worn wooden benches and retro sports posters whisper to the good old days. Closes earlier if it's not busy.
An easy-going indie soundtrack wafts across the bar, along with the tempting odours of its mostly Savoyard menu (mains €15 to €21).