The Mont Blanc massif

Skiing, of course! The ski areas are open from December to early May, depending on snow conditions. With 400km of alpine runs and 45km of cross-country runs, the famous Megève resort is close to Mont Blanc and welcomes both experienced and beginner skiers. Family-friendly packages allow you to ski while your children are at ski school or crèche.

But the Mont-Blanc massif also offers many other outdoor experiences. Snowshoe outings, paragliding or hilarious toboggan rides: you're spoilt for choice!

More original, you can take to the skies for a helicopter flight over Mont Blanc (from €160) or a hot-air balloon flight (from €285): a breathtaking experience, to admire this iconic mountain from a new angle.

⛰️Si If you're feeling adventurous, take advantage of the summer weather to climb Mont Blanc. To do so, head to Chamonix, about 45 minutes' drive from Megève. Several mountain guides offer mountaineering courses for all levels, to prepare you for the mythical ascent. It's best for beginners to opt for a 5- or 6-day package, which will allow you to prepare well, gradually and without over-exerting yourself. The courses take place at the beginning or end of the season, with June and September being the best months.

For thrill-seekers, theAiguille du Midi cable car is a particularly impressive experience. After a 20-minute ascent, imagine yourself suspended in a glass box, a thousand metres of emptiness beneath your feet! If you're afraid of heights, you can simply enjoy the breathtaking panoramas and touch the snow in the middle of August.

At the Mont-Blanc station, traditional Savoyard dishes are served in new ways at the tables of the top restaurants, on one of the many well-exposed terraces or in the cosy atmosphere of a chalet next to an open fire. Don't miss the local dishes: Savoyard fondue, raclette, diots (Savoyard sausages) with crozets or a simple dish of local charcuterie accompanied by Abondance, the generous, fruity cheese produced in the region.

In Megève, the Face au Mont Blanc high-altitude restaurant has a terrace with a view of the mountain: a postcard-perfect setting that you'll never tire of admiring.

Depending on your budget and requirements, there is a wide range of accommodation to choose from in Megève and the surrounding Mont Blanc area. From 5-star palaces to bed and breakfasts, all types of accommodation are available. For families, hotel residences and rental flats are still the best choice.

Situated on the heights of Megève, the 3-star Les Chalets du Prariand residence offers a direct view of Mont Blanc: enough to brighten up your day as soon as you wake up!

All roads lead to Mont Blanc! The village of Megève is located at the gateway to the massif, so it's easy to get there by car or on the "Meg'bus" shuttle service available to holidaymakers. These shuttles also have ski storage spaces to make your journey easier. For a special occasion, you can also opt for a ride in a limousine or helicopter, which will drop you off at the top of the slopes... a luxury reserved for the biggest budgets!