Megeve

If it’s a traditional, rustic yet chic winter holiday town you’re looking for, Megève is the place to go. With a beautiful medieval church dominating the pedestrianised swanky centre, this original purpose-built French ski resort is perfect for those looking not just for great skiing and snowboarding, but for atmosphere and ambience in abundance. It has a beautifully preserved medieval centre with narrow cobbled streets, tastefully restored buildings, fountains, a pretty church, horse-drawn sleighs, and a market on Friday mornings.

There are three different ski areas offering access to over 400kms of piste: Mont d’Arbois, Rochbrune and Le Jaillet. All three boast varied and extensive skiing, with a vast array of advanced slopes. Another advantage of Megève is the easy access to other resorts such as Chamonix and Argentière; which are a short drive away. The micro climate created by the proximity of Megève to the Mont Blanc determines consistent, brilliant snow cover. A large majority of Megève’s runs cut in to the trees, which adds to the resort’s diversity and beauty.

The après-ski is as enticing as the ski opportunities in Megève, proven by the large amount of visitors who stay for an all-round winter holiday just as much for the slopes themselves. The wide selection of facilities and activities to take advantage of make sure that no one is ever bored. Visitors could have a go at ice skating on an open-air ice rink, snow-shoeing, riding, paragliding, taking a sleigh ride, indoor tennis, rock-climbing and helicopter rides. If you ever feel like a break, the fantastically smart shops are a good excuse. This is just one of the reasons why Megève is considered one of the smartest French Alp towns and adds to the chic and lively atmosphere.