The Bellevue cable cars give the lower Chamonix valley a fast route into big mountain scenery. From Les Houches, the lift climbs toward Bellevue, where views open toward the Mont Blanc massif and paths lead onward to high pastures, tram connections, and serious hiking routes.
It is especially useful if you want alpine air without starting in central Chamonix. Check lift seasons carefully; in this valley, weather and operating dates are part of the plan, not an afterthought.