Megève
Luxury Chalets in Megève
Luxury Hotels in Megève
Only 1 hour from Geneva and 40 min to Chamonix and the Mont Blanc, Megève has a medieval heart, but it was, in a way, the original purpose-built French ski resort – conceived in the 1920s by the Rothschild family who spent their holidays there.
Multiple Michelin-star restaurants, historic Alpine architecture, and winding cobblestone streets have established Megève as a destination known as much for its gastronomy and rich culture as its striking natural landscape.
Megève’s charming old centre is car-free and comes complete with an open-air ice rink, horse-drawn sleighs and quiet cobbled streets. Famous for its fashion boutiques, the jewellery, antique, gift and delicatessen shops and cafés add to the chic atmosphere.
Travel Information
Short Transfers
Family Friendly
Charming resort
Plenty of Activities
Megève Ski Overview
The ski area boasts 445 kilometres of marked trails offering extensive terrain for skiers of all levels with scenic settings and splendid views on the Mont Blanc from many of the runs.
The resort is served by a modern, high-speed lift system that ensures a quick ride to the top. With an average of 200cm of snow falling every year and highest slopes at 2’350m, the trails are generally well covered and there are more than 175 snow cannons to make extra snow if needed.
The surrounding areas of Megève also offer endless opportunities for Alpine adventure, including heli-skiing, dog sledding, glacier snowshoeing, and more than 30 kilometres of groomed cross-country skiing trails through idyllic snow-capped forests.
A truly year round destination, Megève is transformed in the spring and summer months, as its mountainside meadows flourish, offering all the traditional mountain summer activities as well as a beautiful flat golf course, horse riding or hot air balloon rides.
Every year, Megève hosts the International Snow Polo Masters and the Snow Golf cup.
Key Information
- Ski Area: Evasion Mont Blanc
- Resort: 1,050m // Top: 2,350m
- Pistes: 400km
- Beginners: 19%
- Intermediate: 67%
- Advanced: 14%
- Ski Lifts: 108
- Snow Park: 1
- Nursery Areas: 3
- Cross Country: 33km
Hiking & Snowshoeing
From family walks in heart of the village to pedestrian or snowshoeing altitude trails. Take in the landscapes and embrace the forest trails whilst enjoying a picnic or even venturing to a high-altitude restaurant.
Leisure Centre
A true sport paradise, the sports centre opens its doors onto a multitude of activities: ice rink, fitness gyms, slimming or zen sections… alone, with family or friends, the fields of expression know no limits. In the heart of the Aquatic Centre, a choice of two pools, one dedicated to swimming and the other to children’s games and water aerobics.
Paragliding
Specialising in maiden flights for over 25 years. An accessible dream, from 7 years old; with no knowledge required you take off and discover the magic of free flying in Rochebrune, Megève, in the heart of the Mont-Blanc region.
Tobogganing
There are a number of areas to hit the taboganns in Megeve. Livraz, Jaillet & Caboche are reserved for kids aged between 2 & 6yo, look out for the mascot Ernestine. For 5 to 10yo take on the 300m track from Mont d'Arbois to the middle station of the Princesse cable car.
Horse Carriage Rides
The jingling of bells, the clip clopping of the horse’s hooves on the cobblestones, a relaxing ride to a well-balanced rhythm. You can choice from the ‘Petit tour du Village’ or the ‘Promenades Mont Fort’ & ‘Promenades Rochebrune’ offering a great selection of routes.
Indoor Climbing
Private Climbing lesson on rocks or artificial climbing wall. You will learn the techniques of assurage, the manipulation of ropes, the progress on the rock and climbing wall. From 5 years old.
Airsoft Backcountry
The aficionnados of camouflage, retorts and furtive game in natural height will enjoy it. Numerous possibilities will allow you surprise your opponents...there are a number of game scenarios here.
Flocons de Sel
Haute SavoyardOffering a unique setting for a romantic dinner, a convivial lunch with friends, or a family meal. An exceptional natural setting, which offers the establishment a unique haven, the atmosphere are the ingredients that mark out this outstanding restaurant, awarded 3 stars in the Michelin Guide. The "Flocons de Sel" gourmet restaurant is generally closed every Tuesday and Wednesday for both lunch and dinner.
Domaine de la Sasse
BisonHere the menu is almost entirely based around bison. It’s not as far fetched as it may sound and all the meat is sourced from chef/owner Dominique Méridol’s very own herd. The restaurant keeps everything on a small scale from the number of diners they can seat to the number of meals they serve in a year. They source all their food from the mountains that surround Megève. Well worth a visit but do make sure you ring ahead for a booking.
Chalet Le Forestier
TraditionalIn the heart of the Rochebrune massif, on the Forestier ski run, this rustic chalet offers a panoramic view over the surrounding alpine pastures and its interior bears witness to the many lives for which it has provided shelter. The local cold meats compete for your palate’s attention with the Savoyard cheeses. Country-style tarts and soups warm the soul of solitary walkers and groups looking for local treats.
La Taverne
SavoyardThe Taverne du Mont d’Arbois offers Savoyard cuisine with traditional and convivial specialities, regional products as well as meats grilled on the magnificent fireplace. The wine list honours the estates of the Compagnie Vinicole, and presents an interesting selection of both International and local wines.
Sous les Freddy’s
TraditionalLocated in the heart of the Saint-Gervais ski area, on the edge of the "Michel Dujon" piste and facing Mont-Blanc, this authentic alpine chalet awaits you with its warm and cozy interior and warming fireplace. Open in winter every lunchtime. Unique dishes made from Savoyard products, the homemade deserts are on point.
La Fruitiere
SavoyardFeast your eyes and appetites at the same time at our mountain-top temple to god-like gastronomic delights. Indulgence, togetherness and sensory stimulation are the core values at the Fruitiere St Gervais. With an unrivalled, unforgettable view of Mont Blanc thrown in, it’ll turn your day in the mountains to an ascent to Nirvana. Open daily from 12.00-3.00pm.
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