While the resort is one of the Alps’ iconic winter destinations, the village is now enjoyed all year round. Skiing, hiking, mountain biking, golf, paragliding, shopping, family activities or simply a stroll through the historic centre: each season offers a different way to discover Megève.
Here is our selection of things to do in Megève, summer and winter alike.
What to do in Megève in winter?
Winter is naturally associated with skiing, but there are plenty of other activities for discovering the mountains.
Skiing in Megève
Megève’s ski area is organised around several major sectors: Rochebrune, Côte 2000, Mont d’Arbois and Jaillet, all part of the Évasion Mont-Blanc ski area.
Together they give access to several hundred kilometres of pistes, with very different atmospheres from one sector to the next.
Ideal for: skiing as a family, improving your technique or exploring several mountainsides over the week.
Rochebrune and Côte 2000
Rochebrune is one of Megève’s historic sectors and one of the easiest to reach from the centre.
Continuing on towards Côte 2000, the surroundings gradually become wilder and more sporty.
Ideal for: varying your runs over the course of a day.
Mont d’Arbois
Mont d’Arbois offers sweeping panoramas and lets you carry on into the neighbouring ski areas.
It is also a particularly good sector for combining skiing and lunch at altitude.
Ideal for: spending a full day in the mountains.
Le Jaillet
Facing the Mont-Blanc massif, the Jaillet has a different atmosphere from the other sectors.
It is especially popular with families and also gives access to several activities beyond skiing.
Ideal for: a quieter day and families.
Taking ski lessons in Megève
Several ski schools and independent instructors offer lessons for children and adults.
Oxygène Ski & Snowboard School
279 rue de la Poste
Private and group lessons, skiing and snowboarding.
Ideal for: improving or regaining confidence on the slopes.
Iski Megève
A more boutique outfit, particularly well suited to private lessons and guided outings.
Ideal for: tailored instruction.
Evolution 2 Megève
Evolution 2 offers skiing as well as a range of outdoor experiences and mountain activities.
Ideal for: arranging several activities with a single contact.
ESF Megève
The resort’s historic ski school offers a wide range of lessons for children and adults alike.
Ideal for: families looking for a large, established school.
What to do in Megève without skiing?
This is one of Megève’s great strengths: you can easily spend several days here without ever putting on a pair of skis.
Riding the four-season toboggan
821 route du Jaillet
The four-season toboggan runs on a rail and descends some 715 metres, reaching speeds of up to 36 km/h. It can operate in both summer and winter, depending on conditions.
Ideal for: a quick, fun family activity.
Going snowshoeing
The area around Megève offers many trails for discovering the snowy landscapes other than on skis.
Guided outings also let you learn more about the mountains and their environment.
Ideal for: enjoying the snow at a gentler pace.
Trying cross-country skiing
Megève also has Nordic trails, notably around Côte 2000.
Ideal for: a more athletic activity away from the ski lifts.
Going dog sledding
Mushers offer outings in the area around Megève and La Giettaz.
Ideal for: an unusual mountain experience as a couple or with the family.
Paragliding over Megève
Paragliding lets you discover the resort from the air, on supervised tandem flights.
Ideal for: those looking for a more spectacular experience.
Taking a horse-drawn carriage ride
Horse-drawn carriages remain one of the iconic images of Megève’s centre.
A ride is a leisurely way to discover the streets, chalets and different quarters of the village.
Ideal for: a first discovery of Megève or a family outing.
What to do in Megève in summer?
Once the snow has gone, Megève becomes a true outdoor playground.
Hiking, mountain biking, road cycling, golf, paragliding, horse riding and climbing are among the main activities on offer.
Hiking in Megève
The trails lead to alpine pastures, forests and viewpoints over Mont-Blanc.
Many routes can be reached from Megève’s various sectors.
Ideal for: discovering the mountains at your own pace and planning a day around lunch at altitude.
Heading up to the Jaillet
In summer, the Jaillet is particularly pleasant for a family day out.
Trails, play areas and panoramic views mean you can spend several hours there without necessarily planning a strenuous hike.
Ideal for: families with young children.
Mountain biking and cycling
Megève offers many cycling routes.
Mountain bikes and e-mountain bikes let you explore mountain tracks and paths, while road cyclists can take on the many cols in the area.
Ideal for: covering more ground than on foot.
Playing at Golf du Mont d’Arbois
3001 route Edmond de Rothschild
Golf du Mont d’Arbois offers an 18-hole course at altitude, in a setting with wide-open views of the mountains.
Ideal for: a calmer sporting day in summer.
Paragliding in summer
Tandem flights are not just for winter.
Summer even offers a very different view of the landscape, with alpine pastures and clear summits.
Ideal for: discovering the massif from the air.
Trying the four-season toboggan
The Jaillet toboggan also stays open in summer, when conditions allow.
Ideal for: rounding off a day at the Jaillet.
Going climbing
Megève and its surroundings offer outdoor climbing as well as indoor climbing at the Palais.
Ideal for: active types and days when the weather changes quickly.
What to do in Megève with the family?
Megève has a wide range of activities suited to children, summer and winter alike. Tobogganing, leisure areas, the swimming pool, the ice rink, discovering the mountains and family-friendly trails are among the options.
Le Village des Lutins
In the Rochebrune sector, this fun area lets the youngest enjoy the snow in a setting designed especially for them.
Ideal for: young children.
The Jaillet toboggan
An activity that is easy to fit into a day, open to accompanied children from the age of 3, depending on conditions.
Ideal for: the whole family.
Le Palais de Megève
A swimming pool, ice rink, climbing, sports activities and cultural spaces mean you can easily spend several hours here.
Ideal for: families and rainy days.
What to do in Megève when it rains?
Even when the weather doesn’t allow you to enjoy the mountains, the village still offers plenty to do.
Swimming pool, spa, ice rink, indoor climbing, cinema, media library, shopping and cultural activities can easily fill a day.
Le Palais de Megève, a day under cover
247 route du Palais des Sports
The Palais is the most complete option.
Swimming pool, wellness area, ice rink, fitness, climbing and media library are all housed in the same complex, open all year round.
Ideal for: an indoor day with several activities.
Enjoying a spa
Megève’s grand hotels have many wellness areas, accessible according to their own conditions.
To help you choose, we have gathered our recommendations in our dedicated guide to spas and wellness in Megève.
Shopping in the village
The historic centre is largely pedestrianised and brings together boutiques, galleries, interiors shops, fashion and local produce.
A particularly pleasant way to keep enjoying the village when the weather is less kind.
Where to go shopping in Megève?
Shopping is very much part of Megève’s identity.
The historic centre is largely pedestrianised and gathers fashion houses, jewellers, interiors shops, art galleries, sports shops and food shops.
AALLARD
148 place de l’Église
Founded in Megève, AALLARD is one of the village’s historic houses and remains closely associated with Alpine fashion.
The boutique today offers upmarket collections for men and women.
Ideal for: discovering one of Megève’s iconic houses.
The shops of rue Charles Feige
This central street is home to many fashion, interiors, accessories and gourmet food shops.
Ideal for: a shopping stroll without leaving the pedestrian centre.
The shops around place de l’Église
The square and the streets around it form the heart of shopping in Megève.
Here you will find historic houses alongside contemporary brands and independent boutiques.
Ideal for: combining shopping, coffee and a stroll through the village.
The art galleries
Megève also has several galleries in its historic centre.
They contribute to the village’s more cultural identity and add variety to a quieter afternoon.
Ideal for: discovering another side of Megève.
Discovering the village square
Even without any particular plan, place de l’Église and the lanes around it deserve some of your time.
The Saint-Jean-Baptiste church, the traditional façades, the boutiques, the café terraces and the horse-drawn carriages give the centre an atmosphere quite unlike resorts built solely around skiing.
Ideal for: wandering between activities.
What to do in Megève in spring?
As the snow gradually melts away, Megève enters a much quieter period.
Walks, the first hikes and activities around the village take over from winter sports.
Some lifts, mountain restaurants and establishments may, however, be closed between seasons.
Ideal for: those seeking peace and the mountains away from the busiest periods.
What to do in Megève in autumn?
Autumn is also a particularly peaceful time.
The forests change colour, the village is quieter and walks become the main activity.
Megève Tourisme in fact presents the destination as a true four-season resort, with spring and autumn offering a gentler, more intimate experience.
Ideal for: a quiet weekend, walks and enjoying the village.
What to do in the evening in Megève?
Once the day’s activities are over, the evening can take many forms.
A gastronomic restaurant, Savoyard fondue, a lively venue or dinner in the village: Megève’s offering is particularly wide.
To choose your table, see our selection in the guide Where to eat in Megève?
You can also plan a spa session at the end of the day before dinner.
HOMKA organises your activities in Megève
A successful stay in Megève also depends a great deal on the pace of your programme.
HOMKA can help you organise your activities in Megève, Combloux and Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, depending on the season, the weather, the ages of your party and what you would like to do.
Ski lessons, family activities, paragliding, a mountain outing, booking a spa or arranging your restaurants: we can help you build a well-balanced programme for your stay, subject to providers’ availability.
Planning a stay in Megève? Get in touch now to organise your stay.
Frequently asked questions about activities in Megève
Which activities are there in Megève for non-skiers?
Snowshoe walks, tobogganing, dog sledding, paragliding, shopping, spas, the swimming pool, the ice rink and exploring the centre all let you enjoy Megève without skiing.
What are the must-do summer activities in Megève?
Hiking, mountain biking, cycling, golf, paragliding, the four-season toboggan and family activities are among the main options in summer.
Where to go in Megève in bad weather?
Le Palais de Megève offers a swimming pool, ice rink, climbing and other indoor activities. Shopping, spas, galleries and the cinema can also round off the day.
Which activities in Megève suit children?
The four-season toboggan, the Jaillet, Le Palais, play areas in the mountains and various nature activities are all well suited to families.
Can you go shopping in Megève?
Yes. The historic centre has many fashion, interiors, jewellery and sports shops, as well as art galleries and local produce shops.
Is Megève worth visiting in summer?
Yes. The resort is a true four-season destination, with hiking, cycling, golf, paragliding and many events throughout the summer.
Can HOMKA organise activities in Megève?
HOMKA can help you find and book a range of activities, depending on your stay, the season and providers’ availability.
