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Le Tour & Vallorcine ski area in Chamonix

Discover the best of the Chamonix Le Tour/Vallorcine ski area

If you are just starting out in your snowsports career and have heard that Chamonix is only for the hardcore don’t believe it: you will find the Domaine de Balme area (also known by village names Le Tour and Vallorcine) is perfect for you.

The Domaine de Balme ski area is the gentlest of Chamonix’s snowy areas in the winter. It’s a mixed terrain that’s relatively rock free and where pistes tend to be wide cruisy blues or fairly easy intermediate reds (see the piste map ). There are two access points to the ski area, from the villages of Le Tour and Vallorcine. Being right at the top of the valley means that it’s the furthest ski area from Chamonix town but it’s worth making the 20-minute journey up there either by car or the local free bus. You can also take a pleasant train ride to and from Vallorcine and the station is directly by the gondola. The train doesn’t go directly to Le Tour and instead has a stop at Montroc, about 1km from Le Tour itself which therefore requires a further bus ride to reach the main lift station area. From the top of the Domaine de Balme ski area there are some spectacular views across to the Emosson Dam and down to Switzerland.

For as much as it’s a great area for beginners, it also offers an expanse of off-piste skiing and can be a great place to learn how to ski or board in powder as you can stay relatively close to the piste, diving off when you feel confident enough to do so.

Beginner areas in Le Tour and Vallorcine

Le Tour/Balme ski area can be found at the far end of the Chamonix valley and is accessible by ski bus or by car. You can also take the train to Vallorcine from where you can get on the Vallorcine gondola, which links up to the ski area. The area offers plenty of variety for beginner skiers, from the nursery slopes of La Vormaine (1,500m) to the green and blue runs higher up the mountain, the natural rolling terrain is the perfect place to learn and perfect your skills.

La Vormaine La Vormaine (1,462m) is the largest nursery ski area in Chamonix, served by four drag lifts of varying length and a magic carpet lift. There are two green pistes and one blue piste here, as well a small snowpark and freestyle area. The nursery area is very wide and flat, allowing plenty of space to make progress and build confidence. You’ll find this area located just to the right of the main gondola and bus stop, to the side of the main home run back into the village.

Le Tour/Balme Higher up the mountain this ski area has 11 more blue pistes (the highest concentration of blue pistes in the Chamonix valley) and the terrain is mostly gentle and not too steep, making it very popular with beginner skiers and snowboarders looking to progress. The majority of the blue pistes are accessed by four drag lifts (good for skiers but not so easy for beginner snowboarders) and two chairlifts. At the end of the day it’s easy to take the Charamillon gondola down the mountain, to avoid having to do the red home run piste back to the bus stop and car park.

Advanced areas in Le Tour and Vallorcine

For advanced skiers, Le Tour and Vallorcine don't really recommend themselves as the slopes here tend to be cruisey blues and reds. For steeper gradients we'd recommend looking elsewhere.

Snowparks in Le Tour and Vallorcine

The Summit Park at Le Tour is billed as one of the biggest snowparks in Europe and is much bigger than the one at Grands Montets. Situated at 2,000m, it benefits from great snow conditions and has routes graded from blue through to black with the most advanced routes meeting FIS competition standard. A regular competition takes places here once a year called Ride the Snake, making the most of the large kickers and jumps.

If you go through it you can appreciate it really is a beast. It includes modules such as jumps, boxes, whoops and step-ups, plus two pipe lines on the black route. There is also a CoolZone here where you can chill out, watch the riders coming through the park or just admire the view of Mont-Blanc.

Use the Téléski Le Col to lap it.

Best pistes in Le Tour and Vallorcine

Take the Autannes chairlift at the front of Le Tour for some good intermediate runs, Les Ecuries being the most obvious as it runs below the lift. If you carry on down Charamillon you'll end up in the car park and can take the gondola back up. The area is littered with gullies which fill with snow and make natural halfpipes.

The Tête de Balme chair at the backside of the Domaine de Balme offers fast access to some steeper runs. If the snow is good there’s always the possibility of skiing right down to the village of Vallorcine and riding back up on the gondola. With some great access to powder even a few days after a dump the backside of Le Tour is one of our favourite areas in Chamonix.

The Aiguilette des Possettes drag lift accesses some great open powder fields down towards the Esserts piste. Don't go skiers' right though, it looks tempting but it's avalanche prone.

Off-piste skiing in Le Tour and Vallorcine

The geology of Le Tour is very different from that of the rest of the valley. It is far less rocky, and in the summer there are meadows filled with grazing cows here. At the start of the winter season it doesn’t need masses of snow to make the off-piste good.

The front side (in between the pistes that fan out from the Autannes chair) is gentle and great for getting a feel for making your first turns off-piste. You are never too far from the piste and the many gullies here are fun to play in, and it’s hard to get lost too as you always end up back at the Charamillon lift station. Here are a few of our favourite off-piste routes.

Route 1: Combes de la Vormaine Another easily accessible area with no hiking needed is the much steeper part of Le Tour called the Combes de La Vormaine. Staying on the front side by traversing skier’s left around the bowl from the Autannes chair you arrive at the top of the Combes de la Vormaine (it’s just out of sight of the lifts and pistes so chances are it’ll be fairly untracked too). From the chairlift we follow the Chatelet track on the skiers left to the top of the chutes from which we can take our pick to drop into. These steep chutes have several different aspects with gradients that vary between 35 and 45 degrees. They funnel into a valley that leads to the beginner’s area of La Vormaine so don’t attempt them unless you're confident in your ability to ride slopes of this gradient. These chutes are often loaded with snow in the form of cornices and wind lips all the way down, which are great for riding up and pulling powdery turns but its important to remain vigilant.

Route 2a: Aiguille des Posettes Take the Aiguillette draglift up and then head out skier’s right, away from the pistes staying high below the ridge. This leads to the slopes above the car park at Le Tour. When you reach the avalanche barriers (yes, these slopes are avalanche prone) start to descend towards Le Tour. The slopes are a good pitch here without being too steep, and scattered trees and bushes keep things interesting. You can either head into the trees below to pick up the trail that zigzags down, or head skier’s left into the more open section. When you are just above the river follow the riverbank down to the car park and bus stop. It’s a good run to do at the end of the day, unless it’s hot, which can cause these sunny slopes to become very unstable.

Route 2b: Aiguillette des Posettes From the Aiguillette des Posettes you can take a three-minute climb over the top of the Aiguillette and descend down to Vallorcine. There are plenty of routes down but plenty of cliffs too, so have a look at the mountain from below first. The most-frequented route is the Posettes couloir, which is wide, open and reasonably steep. The snow here is often good but since the Vallorcine gondola was built it’s a little harder to find completely fresh tracks. Be wary of heading too far skier’s right, as this is where the worst of the cliffs are. By heading almost straight down you should get some good lines through the trees and shrubs and the slopes are shaded and the snow often excellent. At the bottom head right to either the train station if you want to head back to Chamonix, or take the gondola to get back into the lift system.

Route 2c: Aiguillette des Posettes From the top of the Aiguillette draglift take a ride down the ridge skier’s left. Just dropping over the back of the ridge toward Vallorcine, being a little careful not to drop down too far as it means a walk back up. This opens up some superb terrain with rolling drops, scattered trees and little cornices (the zone below is an animal wintering zone). The area’s not particularly steep but is great fun nonetheless. There are also some good spots here. Traverse towards the top of the Vallorcine gondola and try not to drop below the Esserts Variant piste as the hike back isn’t much fun.

Route 3: Le Tour/Vallorcine A short hike to the top of the Tête de Balme from the chairlift of the same name opens up a lot of off-piste terrain at the back of Le Tour above Vallorcine. However, this can be a dangerous area for avalanches so take care. The back bowls here are often wind-loaded, with large cornices looming above the slopes: they may look great but can be deadly as there are several terrain traps here where you could potentially be buried under metres of snow. If you want to explore these areas, then take a local mountain guide and be prepared for all risks.

If you don’t want to do the hike to the top of the Tête de Balme, you can access some of the same terrain by heading down the Esserts black run and then traversing skier’s right. You miss out on some good stuff at the top but still get some superb riding through the trees. The woods here are worth exploring, as there are plenty of unexpected clearings and fun drops. The terrain undulates here and there’s always something fun around the corner. As we mentioned above, don’t forget to traverse back to the bottom of the chairlift.

The routes mentioned here are just the tip of the Le Tour iceberg, there are many, many more possibilities to explore in this area.

Bad Weather areas in Le Tour and Vallorcine

Another favourite spot is the tree area at the back of Le Tour above Vallorcine (Le Domaine de la Balme), which offers some great terrain. When it’s snowing, the front of Le Tour is normally in a whiteout so instead, you can take the long traverse round to the back through to the trees on the Esserts piste and then to the Tete de Balme chairlift and take that up to the top. It can be bitterly cold and windy on this chair in a snowstorm so make sure you are prepared with warm clothing.

From the top, follow the Tete de Balme chairlift down and then head skier’s right into the open trees but don’t go too far right as there are some very open and avalanche prone bowls beyond the trees. In the trees, the visibility is normally better and the woods shelter the snow from the wind, thus keeping it in good condition.

The terrain is less steep than the Magic Forest at Grands Montets. There are a few rocks to drop and lots of gentle rollers that often develop small cornices to jump off. It’s easy to get carried away with the powder and go down too far, so you'll have to remember to traverse back skier’s left to the bottom of the Tete de Balme chair - to avoid having to walk back up.

Again, this area is all off-piste and unpatrolled so if you head this way you need to take care and go equipped for avalanches .

Backcountry routes in Le Tour and Vallorcine

In one moment you can be skiing in France, the next in Switzerland, there are very few other ski resorts that can offer the same in backcountry riding. With some steep ascents, glacier travel and long powder field descents this area has a lot to offer those who want to explore. Just remember to take your passport!

There are several excellent guidebooks with descriptions of the many possible routes both within and beyond the lift areas. There are two published by Vamos called Mont-Blanc Ski tours (ISBN 2910672085) and Chamonix Hors pistes-Off piste (ISBN 2910672107); these books are bilingual, in English and French. A more extensive guidebook with more difficult routes is Mont-Blanc et Aiguilles Rouges à ski (ISBN 2960025520), written by Anselme Baud and published by Nevicata; it’s only available in French but is worth struggling through even if your French isn’t so good as it gives very accurate descriptions and has good explanatory photos. But remember, in the backcountry there are many dangers not least from cliffs and avalanches so you should always hire a Chamonix guide .

Grands Autannes A favourite ski-tour, it’s best to set off as early as possible because the slopes of the Grands Autannes are steep and catch the sun in the afternoon. Take the gondola up from Le Tour then the Autannes chairlift. Next comes the hard part; either on snowshoes or skins start the ascent up the slopes in front of you. Sometimes it’s best to go up onto the ridge and follow it along to the couloirs, at other times if it looks safe it’s easiest just to head straight up the couloirs. It’s a deceptive climb as it doesn’t look very steep from below, but the upper section by the GAZEX tubes can be intimidating and you need crampons for the last section. At the first saddle, head to the right up the last short rock scramble to the small peak. Once at the top you’ll realise it’s worth the climb, as you have a great view over the back to the Trient glacier.

For the descent to Trient, stay high and traverse skier’s right, avoiding the rock bands below until you reach the open bowl. From there it’s open powder all the way. If you look left you can see the Col de Balme and the restaurant there. Below that is the long gully that leads to Trient. There are several small and steep chutes that lead into the main gully or you can pick your way through the bushes. The chutes are better, but beware of wind-loading, as you can set off small slab slides. Don’t hang around in the main gully, because it is a serious avalanche channel. After a big snowfall this place is extremely high risk. Follow the big gully down, and head left at the bottom into the meadows. Follow the ski de fond trail to Trient and have a beer at the café while you wait for the bus. Job done, powder run completed.

PS. Don’t forget to take your passport on this trip as you may be asked for it when you head back over the border into France.

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The ultimate guide to megève.

Photo: Megève – © Megève Toursime – Simon Garnier

Megève is one of the French Alp’s best-kept secrets. It is often overlooked by the large tourist companies, which, along with its rustic charm, makes it one of the most stylish ski resorts in France.

This gorgeous ski resort is nearly 100 years old and has always been regarded as a high-end destination by skiers since the first lift was put in. Megève has a notoriety for its fine dining, excellent shopping and some of the best views in the alps. In this post, we will go into the details of where to stay and what to expect. We will also tell you about all the best things to do during a trip to Megève.

Where Is Megève In France?

Megève is in the southeastern part of France, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It is also situated in the Mont Blanc massif, near the border with Switzerland and Italy.

It is also about 35 kilometres from the iconic ski resort of Chamonix and 70 kilometres from the stunning Annecy. Many people reach Megève via Geneva, Switzerland’s second-largest city, about 80 kilometres northwest of Megève.

Another noteworthy city reasonably close to Megève is Lyon. This beautiful old city is approximately 180 kilometres west of Megève.

How High Is Megève?

Megève is situated at an altitude of approximately 1,110 meters above sea level. Its highest point, the summit of Mont Joly, stands at 2,350 meters, a popular spot for skiing and enjoying the stunning alpine scenery.

Although Megève isn’t the highest ski resort, it still enjoys many benefits that low-altitude resorts don’t get. The town’s elevation above sea level ensures cooler temperatures, which help maintain the snow quality and prevent rapid melting. The higher altitude of the ski slopes, such as Mont Joly, provides better snow coverage and longer-lasting skiing opportunities.

On top of this, Megève is nestled in the Mont Blanc massif, surrounded by dramatic mountain peaks. This geography creates a natural barrier that helps retain colder temperatures and captures snowfall. The mountains act as a funnel for snow-bearing winds, resulting in abundant snowfall during the winter season.

Megeve is a beautiful traditional old French farming village, bursting with life all year round. 

THE RESORT AND MOUNTAINS

Megève itself has a lovely ambience, thanks to its car-free cobbled streets, encircling a 1000-year-old church. But, its success has seen the development of a wide choice of accommodation, restaurants and shops. Adding to its charm are horse-drawn sleigh rides and traditional markets each Friday.

Megève has gradually merged with neighbouring villages to create the Evasion Mont Blanc ski area, with hundreds of kilometres of slopes. There is a variety of slopes on offer in Megève to suit most people. But, the majority of pistes are rated as green, blue and red, suitable for beginner and intermediates. If you are a hardcore skier or snowboarder, Megève may not be the best resort for you. Some visitors to Megève like to start there to warm themselves up for visiting more challenging resorts.

Megève is very close to Chamonix, and you can ski in both areas with the Mont Blanc Unlimited lift pass. This close proximity to Mont Blanc means that Megève is sheltered from the wind, making it less prone to bad weather. Therefore, being outside all day is safe and pleasant for beginners and kids.

The three main ski areas are called Mont D’arbois, Rochebrune and Le Jaillet. The Evasion lift pass also includes neighbouring Les Contamines, but you need a car to get there.

Most holidaymakers consider Megève to be big enough to not go elsewhere. Each area has enough terrain to explore, and you would probably only go to one area in a day. Megève is a reasonably low ski resort. Therefore, you can expect some lovely tree-lined runs that give you stunning views of the iconic Mont Blanc.

If you can, try to avoid the French holidays, as you will have deserted slopes and no lift queues.

The car-free medieval farming town of Megeve has cobblestone streets encircling a 1000-year-old church.

LUXURY ACCOMMODATION

Many of Megève’s chalets and hotels were designed by the same architect. The buildings’ design is heavily influenced by Megève’s original farmhouses, dating from when it was part of the Duchy of Savoy. This adds to Megève’s charm, while the town centre has a wide choice of accommodation. Here are some of our favourite luxury places to stay in Megève.

Hotel Le M de Megève

Hotel Le M de Megève is a beautiful five-star hotel located just 100 metres from Megève’s Chamois ski lift. Its style blends contemporary design with characterful Savoyard flair.

The 42 beautifully crafted timber-clad rooms and suites are comfortable and stylish. All the rooms have a balcony with beautiful views of the village or the enormous interior courtyard.

There is also a gastronomic restaurant and bistro where guests enjoy exquisite delicacies prepared by two Michelin-star Chef Edouard Loubet.

Along with the opportunity to sample fantastic food, the M prides itself on providing luxury everywhere within the building. After a day one the slopes, guests are invited to relax in the spa with a balneotherapy area and a swimming pool.

Alternatively, guests can recline in front of the roaring fire in the bar on leather sofas and armchairs. Here you are immersed in a cosy atmosphere created by exclusive fabrics, stag antlers, and fur throws.

Les Fermes de Marie

A stunning alternative five-star hotel in Megève is Les Fermes de Marie. This hotel is brimming with Savoyard charm, thanks to its lovely architecture, attention to detail, pine construction and roaring fires.

Les Fermes is not just a hotel, as it comprises of nine separate buildings. The atmosphere makes a stay here feel more like a getaway in a private lodge than a hotel.

The property is festooned with stone, rustic wooden beams, local artwork, old photos and quirky Savoyard artifacts on the walls. This creates a cozy and secluded ambience while providing intimate spaces to enjoy après cocktails or mulled wine.

The spa carries the same rustic but luxury aesthetic, with wood and river rocks throughout. This atmosphere is wonderful to relax in or while rejuvenating with one of the treatments on offer.

Les Fermes is an excellent place to stay for families, thanks to its brilliant kids’ club. This is just as thoughtfully decorated as the rest of the hotel, continuing its cosy atmosphere.

Each room of Les Fermes de Marie is picturesque and charming. They all feel like you are staying in an individual Alpine chalet. They feature high-end traditional Savoyard wooden beams, warm fabrics, and rustic character.

A stay at Les Fermes de Marie gives you the opportunity to eat at one of its several restaurants. La Salle a Manger offers lavish meals each evening, devoted to specific ingredients such as truffles.

The Alpin Restaurant serves local alpine specialties during winter featuring cheese, as well as rotisserie meats. The hotel bar is unsurprisingly cozy and is perfect for après and evening drinks.

LES FERMES DE MARIE

5***** Hotel Les Fermes de Marie is laid out as a small hamlet of high mountain pasture farms several centuries old, lying in a 4-acre park in the heart of Megève.

THE BEST 4 STAR HOTELS

Hotel mont-blanc.

Hotel Mont-Blanc is a four-star hotel located in Megève’s church square, among the horse-drawn carriages and cobbled streets. This location is picturesque, but it also makes it easy for guests to get to and from the slopes. Hotel Mont-Blanc is widely regarded as a must-stay hotel for those with good taste and a passion for embracing the high-end lifestyle of a mountain village like Megève.

This hotel puts its guests in an ultra cosy and elegant setting that reflects Megève’s past. Its 38 luxury rooms and suites are chic with a sophisticated contemporary style. After exploring the Evasion Mont Blanc ski area, there is no better place to relax with a drink than on a velvet fireside armchair in the “Le Georges” lounge.

The chic bistro, known as Les Enfants Terribles, also has an elegant and relaxed atmosphere. The menu is full of great French classics made with the finest ingredients.

The gorgeous Hôtel Mont-Blanc Spa has a design inspired by ice floes and mountains. Here guests enjoy an indoor pool swimming in natural light, a Jacuzzi, and a sauna to relieve stress, fatigue and remove toxins from the body after a day on the mountain.

Le Lodge Park

Le Lodge Park is a four-star boutique hotel in a quiet but central part of Megève. This makes it super easy for guests to get to the lift and everything Megève has to offer.

This hotel is chic and is popular with celebrities and skiers all winter. Its warm and cosy atmosphere is created by the warm decor with a Scottish inspiration. Here, you will see furniture made out of deer antlers, redwood tables, Scottish fabrics and polished leather. The hotel is also decorated with artifacts brought from all over the world.

The 49 bedrooms and suites are beautiful and very comfortable. This includes the 75 sqm Plenitude suite, set apart from the others by its contemporary furniture and stunning stone fireplace. Each room has a different decor style, and most of them have a terrace or a balcony overlooking the surrounding park.

The hotel’s restaurant, The Beef Lodge, is a fantastic steak house for all those who appreciate the finest cuts of meat. These cuts of meat are perfectly cooked and served in generous slices. You can enjoy this culinary experience at the bar too, which creates another dining experience.

Les Loges Blanches

An alternative four-star hotel in Megève, is Les Loges Blanches. This hotel is very close to Megève’s centre, allowing guests to enjoy the village ambience and easily get to the slopes.

The 61 rooms and suites are spread among 5 chalets and communicate with the main chalet. The buildings are set in a typical Savoyard hamlet style, surrounding an outdoor heated swimming pool and Nordic sauna. This setting makes Les Loges Blanche a fantastic place to stay for friends and family.

In the evenings, guests are invited to dine in the recently refurbished restaurant, La Table des Cochers or sip après drinks in the bar. Both have a warm and friendly atmosphere, while the bar provides lovely spaces both inside and outside.

The L’Arboisie is a fantastic four-star chalet style in Megève, located at the foot of Mount Arbois; the view over the village and mountains is breathtaking.

This hotel has a warm and cosy chalet ambience and the standard of what you would expect from a four-star hotel.

The hotel’s style is contemporary with traditional style queues, thanks to its decor featuring wood, slate and fabrics. Its ambience is enhanced with comforting fragrances and open fireplaces. The wooden-panelled rooms and suites are comfortable and mirror the atmosphere of the rest of the hotel.

Guests can experience delights from the hotel’s two in house restaurants. Chez Jean serves gourmet food made from local produce and has a family-friendly menu. Le Cellier offers table or bar service and a wide range of carefully selected Savoyard dishes.

In addition to all this, L’Arboisie’s beautiful spa provides the opportunity for moments of calm and relaxation around the indoor heated pool or in the hammam, sauna or gym.

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4**** Hotel Les Loges Blanches is charming hotel with its 5 chalets surrounding the outdoor heated swimming pool located just 500m from the centre of Megève and 200m from the Jaillet cable car.

APRÈS AND NIGHTLIFE

Après ski and nightlife in Megeve is a little more refined than other French ski resorts. You can expect more cafes and cocktail bars than rowdy pubs with people dancing on tables. Here are some of our favourite après and nightspots in Megève.

Saint-Amour Farm

The Saint-Amour Farm is in the heart of Megève, and is a restored farmhouse in a vintage style. It is a restaurant that serves fantastic food for lunch and dinner, in a friendly and warm atmosphere. However, after the second sitting has been served, everyone starts dancing with a nightclub-like character. This is one of the must-go-to places in Megeve, but be sure to book a table, as this is aa very popular venue.

La Folie Douce

The Folie Douce chain of venues is well known for its party atmosphere right on the slopes. These bars are notorious for being the most lively in ski resorts, and the Megève branch is no exception. It is located at the top of Mont Joux. It’s the place to be for outdoor music, dancing and cabaret from 2.30pm until shortly before the lifts close.

Club de Jazz les Cinq Rues

Club de Jazz Les Cinq Rues is one of the oldest jazz clubs in France. It opened just after the second world war. Ever since then, it has played host to top musicians from all over the world and is a great spot for cocktails in its cellar-like ambience.

The Lodge Bar

The Lodge Bar is beautifully designed, influenced by the style of a New England lodge. Relax in tanned leather armchairs while enjoying the cosy American atmosphere. This bar also has an outdoor heated area where you can enjoy your evening under the shelter of soft animal furs.

With 133 restaurants and bars to choose from, you are guaranteed to find a happy place to eat and drink

EATING IN MEGÈVE

Megève is a fantastic destination for food lovers. It has 133 restaurants and bars both on and off the mountain, holding eight Michelin stars in total. Here are some of our favourite places to eat in Megève.

Mountain Restaurants

There are many places to eat scattered all over the ski area, from high-altitude, fine dining restaurants to traditional Savoyard and convenient self-service. You will also find many snack bars and family-friendly picnic areas.

Le Radaz is a beautiful, historic farm that was founded in 1944. Here, you can enjoy local specialities on the welcoming terrace or in the cosy interior. The restaurant has a very traditional Savoyard style, decorated with regional artefacts and checkered table cloths.

It is the perfect spot for a break and a bite to eat in an authentic alpine setting. You can get to it on skis when you are exploring the Cote 2000 via the Massif de Rochebrune. It sits a 1652m giving you fabulous mountain views, while Brigitte and her friendly team provide excellent service.

L’Auberge de la Cote 2000

L’Auberge de la Cote 2000 is located right at the bottom of Megève’s famous World Cup ski slope; this is an exceptional mountain dining experience. Diners can enjoy their meals in the sun on the large south-facing terrace while taking in the stunning mountain views. The menu includes local specialities such as a daily special of spit-roasted poultry and meat.

This picturesque mountain restaurant sits at 1,850 metres and providing diners with extraordinary views over the whole valley. Skiers and hikers can meet for lunch to savour poultry and meat dishes accompanied by an extensive and Compagnie Vinicole Edmond de Rothschild Heritage wine list. The incredible atmosphere, awe-inspiring views and fine dining create a fantastic dining experience on the slopes.

All 4**** & 5***** Hotels in Megève have incredible restaurants which are ideal for half-board options

In Resort Restaurants

Le 1920 at four seasons hotel megève.

Le 1920 is located at the Four Seasons Hotel and is run by two Michelin star Chef Julien Gatillon. If you love to eat the very best food, Le 1920 should be a priority for you during your visit to Megève. Before dinner, you can sip a drink in cosy and contemporary Bar Edmond.

Flocons de Sel

The Flocons de Sel is a three Michelin-starred restaurant and regarded by locals as the best in the resort. It is set in a 19th-century farmhouse and owned by Emmanuel Renaut, who is also the chef Emmanuel. He serves a traditional raclette as part of a six-course meal, providing excellent value for money. Renaut’s talent makes sophisticated cooking seem simple. His asparagus tart served with egg yolk, and a light vinaigrette on a thick nutted base is something to behold.

La Ferme de Mon Pere

La Ferme de Mon Père is set in an old, wood-beamed chalet with part-glass floors, which give you a view of the room where the meat is salted and the cheese and wine cellars. The wine collection spans to more than 20,000 bottles.

The dégustation menu is popular, as it comprises of 12 exquisite courses with impeccable presentation. Food and drinks are served by attentive white-gloved waitresses in a beautiful and friendly atmosphere.

There are plenty of winter activities to choose from in Megève including ice skating in the heart of town

NON-SKIING ACTIVITIES & EVENTS

As with any good ski resort, there are plenty of other things to do off the mountain. But Megève is host to a selection of high profile events too.

In January, Megève is the venue for the Megève Polo Masters. This is part of the international polo circuit and is unique as it is held on the snow. In addition to polo on snow, Megève hosts the BMW winter golf trophy, played on a dedicated mountain golf course from late January to early February.

See The Mountains From The Air

Flying over the French Alps is an incredible experience, as you get to see them from a unique perspective. There are a few ways you can do this in Megève, and they will all make your holiday memorable.

One way is to climb into the hot air balloon’s basket and drift over the peaks in silence. Catching the thermals with a paraglider on a tandem flight is a wonderful way to see the mountains and valleys, as is a scenic helicopter flight.

Snowshoeing

Strapping on a pair of snowshoes and heading off into the forests is a more sedate way of exploring the mountains. Either hire your equipment and go solo, or book a guide to take you to the best spots. Snowshoeing often reveals parts of the landscape you wouldn’t usually see. If you are lucky, you may even see some alpine wildlife.

Visit Other Local Places

Megève’s location is great for visiting other places. It is very close to Chamonix, where you can get up close and personal with Mont Blanc and the glacial landscape. This also means you can go over the border into Italy to spend a day in Courmayeur. Annecy is a gorgeous city on the edge of the most beautiful lakes in France. It is known as the Venice of the French Alps and is just a short train ride away.

Megeve and the Evasion Mont-Blanc ski area truly provide stunning views of Mont-Blanc and the French Alps

How To Get To Megève

People reach Megève in a number of ways, depending on their preferences and where they’re coming from. It is common for visitors to arrive in the area by air or train, then drive a hire car or take a private transfer to Megève. Taking a private transfer is often the most convenient way. Private transfers make travelling on snowy roads much easier, and you get taken directly to the front door of your accommodation. Here are a few ways you can get to Megève:

How To Get From Paris To Megève

You can get to Megève from Paris on the excellent TGV train from Gare de Lyon to Sallanches—Combloux—Megève. These trains run directly on weekends, but you must change at Annecy if you travel on weekdays.

From Sallanches—Combloux—Megève, you will need to make your way to the resort. You can take a public bus, but we recommend booking a private transfer to Megève. The train from Paris takes about 6 hours and 30 minutes, but you need to add about 30 minutes for your transfer to the resort.

How To Get From Geneva Airport To Megève

Most international flights come into the area via Geneva Airport in Switzerland. It takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes by road between Geneva and Megève. However, it may take longer if you’re travelling during peak weeks or if it is snowing.

Some people like to have the flexibility of a hire car during their trip. You can hire a car from the airport, but remember that you will need snow chains in your vehicle or ensure it is fitted with snow tyres. Unfortunately, these aren’t always offered by car hire companies and come at extra cost.

Alternatively, if you want to speed things up, why not ask our travel experts about helicopter transfers from Geneva?

Why Book your Ski Holiday to Megève

Megève is a beautiful ski resort that attracts people that enjoy the finer things in life. Its excellent skiing, accommodation and dining create a fantastic experience to remember. But its locality to other places the Alps have to offer makes it an excellent destination for extending your trip.

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The town of Chamonix, in France’s Haute-Savoie region, at dusk

The allures of France are, of course, legendary: all that history, all that culture—all that amazing wine. Americans have been venturing there since the late 1820s, first to Paris, and then, over time, to the Riviera, Provence, Bordeaux, and Brittany. A region we’ve explored far less—yet one that in-the-know Europeans, especially Parisians, crave for its crisp air and bucolic landscapes—is the French Alps.

Two popular resorts, Megève and Chamonix, lie in the Haute-Savoie, the dramatic, snowcapped mountain range anchored by the colossal Mont Blanc. The villages are a study in contrasts: Megève has cozy, small-town charm with a sophisticated ambience; Chamonix’s austere peaks and wooded terrain attract those with an adventurous spirit. Both are less than an hour’s drive from Geneva. In winter, each offers pleasures all its own.

Prized for its sunny, wide-open ski slopes, Megève is a quintessential French mountain town, albeit one whose narrow, cobblestone streets are lined with chic home decor shops and luxury boutiques (Hermès opened back in 1950). Yet it retains its rustic roots: Colorfully painted horse-drawn carriages gather in the town square at dusk for après-ski rides, and 300-year-old chalets punctuate the hilly farmland.

A suite at Les Fermes de Marie in Megève

The resort town has the Rothschilds to thank for turning it into a glamorous international retreat. During World War I, Noémie de Rothschild (who married into the famous banking family) headed to the Swiss village of St. Moritz for a break from wartime Paris. When the Jewish baroness encountered a German businessman there, she was so offended that she left, determined to create her own French ski resort in Megève. The lodge she built in 1924, now the Chalet du Mont d’Arbois hotel, became an intimate hub for vacationing society families, and it remains an inviting fixture today.

“Everybody knew one another—it was like a club,” Paris-born, New York–based interior designer Robert Couturier recalls of his youth in Megève. “My grandmother had a chalet, and I spent all my Christmas and Easter holidays there until I was 25. We learned how to ski, we took skating lessons, and we had chocolat Viennois at Madame Vouillon, the best pastry shop in town. The rhythm of life there was slow and luxurious.”

A lounge in Le Lodge Park hotel

That sense of well-being envelops the village today, as Parisians hop the high-speed train and Swiss families load up their Audi SUVs for a weekend on the slopes. Any English you hear probably has a British accent—Americans are still a rarity.

The food scene is deliriously good. This is, after all, the countryside famous for Beaufort and tomme de Savoie cheeses, and easy-to-drink local wines, such as the refreshing white Apremont. The standout dining room is Flocons de Sel, which earned its third Michelin star this year for Emmanuel Renaut’s revolutionary food. But a simple lunch on an outdoor terrace—Le Refuge’s Savoyard specialty tartiflette (a gratin of Reblochon cheese, ham, and potatoes), for instance—or even a knapsack picnic of just-baked baguettes and palm-size raspberry tarts from the Mazot du Boulanger captures the Haute-Savoie’s essential pleasures.

Eclectic designs at Formes et Utopie in Megève

“What I love about the Alps is après-ski,” says Daniel Boulud, the New York–based chef who grew up in nearby Lyon. “Sitting in front of a fireplace, eating raclette and charcuterie, and finishing with a génépi, the strong, disgustingly delicious pine-needle alcohol that’s typical of the Savoie.”

But before you get cozy in front of the fire, do like everyone else in Megève and take a window--shopping stroll through town. Pop into Aallard (credited with inventing stirrup ski pants in 1930) for classic cashmere and cords, Formes et Utopie for striking furnishings by young European designers, or Blu & Berry for the latest fashions from Isabel Marant and Céline. Of course, you can probably buy the same Céline handbags back home, but the exhilaration of all that fresh air seems to produce shopping endorphins—further activated by the 12 percent tax refund France offers foreigners.

Players at the annual Polo Masters Tour

Chamonix is all hard, rugged angles to Megève’s soft curves. Arriving there, over a viaduct flanked by towering waterfalls and soaring granite cliffs, sets the dramatic stage for this legendary alpine town dating from the 11th century. Mountain climbers were first recorded summiting the 15,774-foot-high Mont Blanc in 1786, and Chamonix was host to the first Olympic Winter Games, in 1924. While it draws a seriously sporty crowd for some of the most challenging and breathtaking glacier skiing in the world, Chamonix offers plenty of creature comforts.

The Hameau Albert 1er is the kind of polished hotel families return to year after year—same room, same table at dinner, same whisper-quiet service. What began in 1903 as a small, family-run business has been transformed over the decades into a five-star property with a two-Michelin-star restaurant. Meanwhile, the Taittinger family (of Champagne fame) is completing a top-to-bottom renovation of Hotel Mont-Blanc, giving the old-world resort a glamorous 21st-century spin. If you like your lodgings rustic, the intimate Auberge du Bois Prin has irresistible views and its own Michelin-star restaurant.

The terrace at L’Idéal 1850

Whatever you choose to do during your stay—skiing, hiking, snowshoeing, even a quick trip to Italy via the six-mile-long Mont Blanc Tunnel—you’ll probably end up on rue Paccard. It’s lined with some of the world’s best sporting-goods stores (this is where to find the perfect waterproof jacket or hand-tooled hiking boots), but other treasures abound nearby—from farmhouse antiques at Le Dogue Bleu, to the famed horn-handle cutlery at Laguiole, to Le Chalet de Jules’s mountain-chic decor (reindeer rugs, stainless steel lanterns). Revive with an espresso and a slice of tart at the new and cool Pie, or an insanely rich hot chocolate at Petits Gourmands, Jacqueline Fattier’s pastry shop and tearoom (the Croix de Savoie, a brioche filled with vanilla cream, is the house specialty).

Whether you’re sitting on the restaurant terrace of a mid-mountain chalet in Megève with a panoramic view of the Alps, or skiing above the tree line in Chamonix surrounded by blue ice fields and clean, thin air, the net effect is the same. Being outdoors in this pristine yet pampering part of the world reminds you how powerful, restorative, and just plain agreeable nature with a French accent can be. “It’s all about the landscape,” Claudine Kawiak, owner of Megève’s Blu & Berry boutique, declares. “After spending my life in airports, travelling to Moscow, New York, and Beijing, here I breathe.”

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Hikes near chamonix - megève hiking routes.

Megève is approximately 45 minutes from Chamonix. The mountains in this area are not quite as high in altitude but the views remain stunning. Here are some of the most popular hikes in Megève.

La Belle au Bois Waterfall

From the center of town, head towards Le Planellet, then cross the river while following signs to Le Tour. Head down the Chemin du Maz for about 20 minutes until you reach the sign "La Belle au Bois", then head into the forest. Continue along the somewhat steep path and you will soon hear the waterfall. Round trip, this walk takes about 1h20.

Croisse Baulet (2236m)

This scenic walk is one of the more challenging and popular. The path is long and a bit steep towards the end. Take the direction, Col du Jaillet, when leaving the car park. Starting with a small forest traverse, you will be following a crest with magnificent views of the Mont-Blanc and Aravis chains most of the path and will pass many lush alpine pastures. Start this hike early in the morning as it is quite long.

Hike to Mont Joly (2525 m)

This is a great hike with spectacular views of the Val Montjoie. The path leading to Mont Joly is quite steep and can be tiring but the views are more than worth the effort. Leaving the car park, you will follow signs for the Tour du Pays du Mont-Blanc (TPMB). You will come across a very informative orientation table helping you to identify all of the beautiful mountains in the distance. The summit offers one of the best possible views of Megève. This is quite an exposed hike so avoid going on really hot days and bring hats, sunscreen, and lots of water!

Christomet (1853 m)

Hiking to the Christomet is a great way to spend a summer day with the family or friends. You will hike through spectacular alpine pastures while hearing the distant sounds of the Abondance and Tarine cow bells. These cows are used to make the fabulous tomme and reblochon cheeses of the area. Take a minute to observe all the beautiful alpine flowers. If you are an early bird, you might get a chance to see some of the regions wildlife such as chamois, deer, wild boars and numerous varieties of birds! Just to name a few! The summit of this hike contains a breathtaking view of the Mont-blanc range as well as the mountains of Les Aravis, Beaufortain, and Les Fiz.

For all of these routes you may want to consider hiring an Independant trek leader as they are demanding hikes.

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Discover Megève, this small village with around 3,000 inhabitants, nestled at an altitude of over 1,000 meters in the Haute-Savoie department, in the heart of Mont-Blanc. Visit-megeve guides you through a selection of must-see establishments and activities to do during your visit. Much more than an information site, we share our tips and advice to make your stay perfect.

What activities to do in Megève in summer and in winter, which accommodation to choose to be at the foot of the ski slopes, want to eat in a restaurant with local specialties, how to get to Megève.

Lovers of the mountains and outdoor activities, Megève will conquer you with its unforgettable landscapes, its 400 kilometers of ski area and its panoramic views of Mont-Blanc. Live warm moments in this magnificent family village. Discover its city center with its cobbled pedestrian zone, its mythical square, its rustic-style alleys, its cozy chalets, its renowned restaurants and its luxury shops.

Find all the answers to the most frequently asked questions to discover Megève.

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• On December 11 , you can attend the lighting of the Christmas tree in the village square.
• From December 22 to January 2 , don't miss the Christmas Village.
• In February , find the “Audi Ski Cup” ski competition.
• From March 30 to 31 , Megève comes alive under the notes of the Jazz Festival.
• From June 26 to 27 , mountain bikers can follow the “MB Race”.
• From October 22 to 25 , the “Toquicimes” event, the meeting place for starred chefs

Discover Megève

Thanks to the Megève webcam, relive the last 24 hours of the village square, an emblematic location of Megève. Each year, a huge Christmas tree stands in its center, decorated throughout the Christmas period.

The village place

The village square is the heart and soul of Megève . Standing in the middle, you can see the beautiful Saint-Jean Baptiste church, the oldest part of which dates from the 13th century and the wooden entrance door from 1692. You will also find the Town Hall and the Aallard store there.

In 1926, Armand Allard opened his ski clothing store on the village square. In 1930, he created the iconic “time zone” ski pants that would revolutionize the fashion of snow sports enthusiasts. If you want to know its history and get the best outfits, don't hesitate to stop by.

Check out their new clothing line on their website: https://www.aallard.com/

Want to visit Megève in style? So, immerse yourself in the full horse-drawn carriage experience . Discover Megève to the rhythm of horseshoes on the cobblestones and to the sound of the bell. You will cross the small streets, and you will have time to take the best selfies while looking at the beautiful landscapes that surround the village. Nobody knows Megève better than the "Mégevans or Mégevannes".

Horse-drawn carriage tours: all year round from 10:30 am to 7:30 pm. Present on the village square from December 15 to April 15, in July and August, and during the All Saints holidays. The rest of the year by reservation, 7/7. Phone: 07 71 81 26 88

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A little history of Megève

The mythical foundation of this village involves Lord Faulignac de Gibertain who killed a dragon, whose blood formed the valley where the current town is located. A legend transmitted orally by the families of Megève even today attributes the creation of Megève to Muffat and Grosset, who would have killed a flying viper which prevented people from living in this place.

1792: Megève becomes the capital

In 1792, the Duchy of Savoy was annexed by France. Megève becomes the capital of a canton comprising the municipalities of Demi-Quartier and Praz-de-Megève, within the district of Cluses, in the department of Mont-Blanc.

The start of the ski resort

The town began its development as a ski resort in the 1910s, when the Rothschilds started spending their winter holidays here after being disappointed with the Swiss resort of St. Moritz. In 1921, Baroness Noémie de Rothschild (1888–1968) opened the Domaine du Mont d'Arbois, a luxury hotel which stimulated the development of the resort. In the 1950s, Megève was one of the most popular ski resorts in Europe and attracted many wealthy people and celebrities.

1933: cable car to Rochebrune

1923 saw the birth of the Megève sports club, which would soon be the cradle of great champions. Emile Allais, originally from Megève, was a triple medalist at the world ski championships in Chamonix in 1937 and the famous “fuseau”, Aallard ski pants, was invented in 1930. The resort developed and in 1933, a cable car to Rochebrune, which will link the resort to Mont d'Arbois three years later.

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Adventures in the Alps with Wheeled World

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Alps - Mont Blanc Nature and Outdoor Activities Sporting Activities

Reading time: 0 min Published on 25 September 2023, updated on 16 April 2024

Think you can't experience the Alps in a wheelchair? Think again. In summer, waterfalls erupt from the peaks and flow down into stunning turquoise lakes. Take a look at these magical places and activities that are all surprisingly accessible.

Rafting and biking in Samoëns

At the edge of the mountains close to the Swiss border, the village of Samoëns is a great place for outdoor adventures. The River Giffre rushes past, laden with water from the snowy peaks above, and white-water rafting trips are accessible to all - including wheelchair users. The waters will take you wherever they want - but your guide keeps you on course. With the landscape passing by at full speed, it's an invigorating experience!

If you're not keen on water, head to the forest of the Col de Joux Plane for a mountain bike and FTT (all-terrain wheelchair) descent to remember. Branches crack and stones rumble under your wheels as you whizz down.

Back in the village at the foot of the Criou, you'll be ready for a fondue after all that adrenaline!

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Chamonix - At the foot of the giants

The capital of mountaineering... In summer, the sound of ski boots on the ground is replaced by that of crampons. Poles are swapped for ice axes. Here, everyone can climb their own summit. No summit is too big or too small. It takes willpower and determination to get what you want, and mountaineers are the perfect example. Once they have their objective in mind, they study it, communicate with it to understand it better and approach it in the best possible way.

From the Aiguille du Midi, these adventurers can be seen following in the footsteps of their predecessors. They cross the Vallée Blanche, ski down the great verticals, set off towards Mont Blanc ... At the top of this rocky peak, the terraces reveal surprises at every turn: a climber returns from the Cosmiques and finds himself face to face with you, a roped party sets off on the ridge below. Two worlds rubbing shoulders with the same passion: the mountains, with the importance of preserving them always in the back of your mind. Before heading back down, we dare to take a step into the void in a glass cage suspended above a 1,000 metre sheer drop. A rush of adrenalin washes over us... and what if we tried the impossible next time?

Annecy - Sport comes first

As often as possible, we try to give pride of place to a slower mode of travel. To get to Annecy from Chamonix, get off the motorway and discover the legendary resorts of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, Megève and La Clusaz in a whole new light. They live at 100 miles an hour in winter, but in summer, they live to the rhythm of the cows on their way to the mountain pastures. The herds are close together and their bells echo through the mountain.

In Megève, thread your way through the chalets to reach Lac de Javen. Surrounded by stationary ski lifts, it offers a wonderful spot for a picnic between hikes.

Further along the road, the Col des Aravis takes you towards Annecy and its lake , where the hustle and bustle of the city is suddenly apparent. In the early hours of the morning, when the café terraces aren't yet open, there's not a cat in sight in the narrow streets of the old town, and you'll enjoy gazing out over the lake from the Pâquier. If you're a sports fan, there's plenty to do here: cycling, paddle-boarding, water-skiing, running, hiking and skiing. Whether on the banks of the lake or on the heights of the Semnoz, you'll find what you're looking for.

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Aix-les-Bains Riviera des Alpes - A wellness break

We end our Alpine discovery tour on the shores of France's largest natural lake, Lac du Bourget. This spa town owes its fame to two hot springs drawn from a depth of over 1,000 metres. The benefits of these springs, acclaimed by Queen Victoria in the 19th century, are still highly prized today. Gentle activities are essential if you want to be in tune with your body and mind. Start by relaxing in the Chevalley thermal baths before heading to the Jardin Vagabond for a session of meditation and sylvotherapy. Regain control of your breathing to the sound of rustling leaves in the wind. Finally, stop off on the north shore of the lake to discover Hautecombe Abbey - you won't be disappointed.

These few days in the Alps allowed us to rediscover the joys of mountain adventure . A destination that seemed rather impractical, but which turns out to be a limitless playground once you've got the right equipment and the right team-mates!

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