Julie’s guidebook
Sightseeing
“Pearl of the Alps nestled in a jewel box of glaciers” Victor Hugo 1860
This evocative description of one of the Alps’ most picturesque villages remains correct to this day. Combloux is a charming and unspoilt base from which to explore the extensive surrounding mountains and neighbouring resorts.
Located just 4 km from Megève and 30 km from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, this charismatic Savoyard village with its traditional stone and wood architecture has a dedicated ski area that is particularly well suited to families. Les Fermes du Mont Blanc is just walking distance into the village centre, with a good selection of bars and restaurants and the Bouchet and Princesse chairlifts are just a short drive away. Our apartment has a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc. Enjoy an end of day Apero or local beer and wine on the spacious balcony watching the sun set over Mont Blanc!
Before Combloux became a popular skiing resort it was a traditional mountain village with a predominantly farming led economy. Its farming culture still lives on today, both in practice and also in ambience, with the chocolate box architecture preserved throughout the village.
In winter, Combloux isn’t just about skiing either. For those who don’t want to take to the slopes, Combloux offers a wide choice of exciting activities. Two luge tracks with views of Mont Blanc are available for those with a white-knuckle disposition and you can ice skate and play curling at the nearby Sports and Convention centre in Megève. Alternatively, soar across the Alps on a paraglider or take a sled dog ride through the snowy terrain. Horse drawn carriage rides let you explore the area at a much slower pace.
Combloux caters for all generations of snow lovers. It lies at the foot of two separate ski areas – the expansive ‘Evasion Mont Blanc’ domain and also the smaller ‘Portes du Mont Blanc’ domain. These two areas bring together some of the finest skiing available in the Alps.
Evasion Mont Blanc covers 6 resorts, has 125 ski lifts and 445km of slopes. It offers mile upon mile of manicured pistes (and some challenging off piste) that stretch from 580m to 4808m, with authentic alpine chalets and beautiful pine forests along the way. Boarders can enjoy the Mont Joux snow park at the heart of the Evasion Mont Blanc ski area, which also offers the steepest slopes and off piste. Beginners are also well catered for and the whole area is well known for its excellent mountain restaurants in the shelter of the highest peak in Europe.
Combloux is an all year round destination. It has the first ecological lake for swimmers in France - open from May to September and heated by the sun and walking distance from Les Fermes.
Combloux Restaurants (as recommended on TripAdvisor)
$$ - $$$
Au Village
#1 of 26
French European
Au Petit Cuchet
#2 of 26
French Vegetarian Friendly
Restaurant La Ferme
#3 of 26
French European
Le Coeur d'Or (mountain restaurant)
#4 of 26
French European
Le Dandy
#5 of 26
French Vegetarian Friendly
Le Bachais (mountain restaurant)
#6 of 26
French European
Restaurant Le Coin Savoyard (near Combloux church)
#7 of 26
French Grill European
Restaurant Le Loup Comble
#8 of 26 (Very large portions!)
French European
Pizzeria Innocenti
#9 of 26
Italian Cafe Grill Pub Diner Gastropub Vegetarian Friendly
O'PB Combloux
#10 of 26
French
Casa di Stef
#11 of 26
Italian Pizza
Le Chalet d'Emilie (mountain restaurant)
#13 of 26
French
37 locals recommend
Combloux
45 Rte de Sallanches “Pearl of the Alps nestled in a jewel box of glaciers” Victor Hugo 1860
This evocative description of one of the Alps’ most picturesque villages remains correct to this day. Combloux is a charming and unspoilt base from which to explore the extensive surrounding mountains and neighbouring resorts.
Located just 4 km from Megève and 30 km from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, this charismatic Savoyard village with its traditional stone and wood architecture has a dedicated ski area that is particularly well suited to families. Les Fermes du Mont Blanc is just walking distance into the village centre, with a good selection of bars and restaurants and the Bouchet and Princesse chairlifts are just a short drive away. Our apartment has a breathtaking view of Mont Blanc. Enjoy an end of day Apero or local beer and wine on the spacious balcony watching the sun set over Mont Blanc!
Before Combloux became a popular skiing resort it was a traditional mountain village with a predominantly farming led economy. Its farming culture still lives on today, both in practice and also in ambience, with the chocolate box architecture preserved throughout the village.
In winter, Combloux isn’t just about skiing either. For those who don’t want to take to the slopes, Combloux offers a wide choice of exciting activities. Two luge tracks with views of Mont Blanc are available for those with a white-knuckle disposition and you can ice skate and play curling at the nearby Sports and Convention centre in Megève. Alternatively, soar across the Alps on a paraglider or take a sled dog ride through the snowy terrain. Horse drawn carriage rides let you explore the area at a much slower pace.
Combloux caters for all generations of snow lovers. It lies at the foot of two separate ski areas – the expansive ‘Evasion Mont Blanc’ domain and also the smaller ‘Portes du Mont Blanc’ domain. These two areas bring together some of the finest skiing available in the Alps.
Evasion Mont Blanc covers 6 resorts, has 125 ski lifts and 445km of slopes. It offers mile upon mile of manicured pistes (and some challenging off piste) that stretch from 580m to 4808m, with authentic alpine chalets and beautiful pine forests along the way. Boarders can enjoy the Mont Joux snow park at the heart of the Evasion Mont Blanc ski area, which also offers the steepest slopes and off piste. Beginners are also well catered for and the whole area is well known for its excellent mountain restaurants in the shelter of the highest peak in Europe.
Combloux is an all year round destination. It has the first ecological lake for swimmers in France - open from May to September and heated by the sun and walking distance from Les Fermes.
Combloux Restaurants (as recommended on TripAdvisor)
$$ - $$$
Au Village
#1 of 26
French European
Au Petit Cuchet
#2 of 26
French Vegetarian Friendly
Restaurant La Ferme
#3 of 26
French European
Le Coeur d'Or (mountain restaurant)
#4 of 26
French European
Le Dandy
#5 of 26
French Vegetarian Friendly
Le Bachais (mountain restaurant)
#6 of 26
French European
Restaurant Le Coin Savoyard (near Combloux church)
#7 of 26
French Grill European
Restaurant Le Loup Comble
#8 of 26 (Very large portions!)
French European
Pizzeria Innocenti
#9 of 26
Italian Cafe Grill Pub Diner Gastropub Vegetarian Friendly
O'PB Combloux
#10 of 26
French
Casa di Stef
#11 of 26
Italian Pizza
Le Chalet d'Emilie (mountain restaurant)
#13 of 26
French
Saint Gervais-les-Bains
Saint-Gervais-les-Bains is a commune in the Haute-Savoie department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. The village is best known for tourism, and has been a popular holiday destination because of its beauty and location since the early 1900s. It has 450 km of ski pistes, reputed to be the third largest domain exclusively in France and is one of the least busy ski areas of its size.
St Gervais les Bains (also referred to as St Gervais or St Gervais Mont Blanc) is not a recently purpose built resort and so has a significant year round population, rather than just seasonal and is full of historical buildings, giving it traditional charm.
In winter, the main draw is of course snow sports and the resort has a multi-national client base. It is increasing in popularity among British holiday-makers. The summer sees tourists arrive from around the world to explore the numerous fair weather alpine activities available such as Mountain Biking, Climbing, Hiking, Paragliding, Rafting, etc. as well as making use of the all year thermal spa 'Les Thermes' which sits within the beautiful 'Parc Thermal' in the lower village of Le Fayet.
From the Mont Joux lift, you can access La Folie Douce, the restaurant, bar and all round party place.
77 locals recommend
Saint-Gervais-les-Bains
Saint Gervais-les-Bains
Saint-Gervais-les-Bains is a commune in the Haute-Savoie department in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. The village is best known for tourism, and has been a popular holiday destination because of its beauty and location since the early 1900s. It has 450 km of ski pistes, reputed to be the third largest domain exclusively in France and is one of the least busy ski areas of its size.
St Gervais les Bains (also referred to as St Gervais or St Gervais Mont Blanc) is not a recently purpose built resort and so has a significant year round population, rather than just seasonal and is full of historical buildings, giving it traditional charm.
In winter, the main draw is of course snow sports and the resort has a multi-national client base. It is increasing in popularity among British holiday-makers. The summer sees tourists arrive from around the world to explore the numerous fair weather alpine activities available such as Mountain Biking, Climbing, Hiking, Paragliding, Rafting, etc. as well as making use of the all year thermal spa 'Les Thermes' which sits within the beautiful 'Parc Thermal' in the lower village of Le Fayet.
From the Mont Joux lift, you can access La Folie Douce, the restaurant, bar and all round party place.
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (normally just known as Chamonix)
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a commune in the Haute-Savoie département in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It was the site of the first Winter Olympics in 1924 and has a population of around 9000.
Situated near the massive peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges and most notably the Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix is one of the oldest ski resorts in France. The north side of the summit of Mont Blanc and therefore a summit half is part of the village of Chamonix. To the south side, the situation is different depending on the country. Italy considers that the border passes through the top. France considers that the boundary runs along the rocky Tournette under the summit cap, placing it entirely in French territory. The south side was in France, assigned to the commune of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains sharing the summit with its neighbor Chamonix. It is this situation - for France - which is found on the French IGN maps. The Chamonix commune is popular with skiers and mountain enthusiasts and via the cable car lift to the Aiguille du Midi it is possible to access the off-piste ski run of the Vallée Blanche. With an area of 245 km2 (95 sq mi), Chamonix is the fourth largest commune, in area, in mainland France.
The town of Chamonix is served by French Route Nationale 205 (RN 205), nicknamed the Route blanche - or ‘white route’ due to its snowiness. This is an extension of French autoroute 40 (A40), similarly nicknamed the autoroute blanche, which ends at Le Fayet, a village in the commune of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. The 11.6 km Mont Blanc Tunnel originates here, linking Chamonix to Courmayeur in Italy. Chamonix is linked to Switzerland by Route Départementale 1506. The nearest airport to Chamonix is Geneva Cointrin International.
Chamonix was put on the map by two English aristocrats who discovered the place in 1741. They were enchanted by the charming alpine village called the ‘Prieuré de Chamouni’ surrounded by awesome snow-covered mountains. The village's first inn was opened in 1770 when interest in mountaineering was beginning to take off. Soon, many visitors flocked to Chamonix to see the mystical summits. In 1816, the first luxury hotel was created, with more to follow later in the 1800s. During the reign of Napoleon III, the road access to Chamonix was improved and railways were inaugurated. The train allowed visitors an easy way to arrive at Chamonix in winter, making it a popular winter sport destination.
Reflecting its history, the architecture of Chamonix is a mix of traditional and modern. Wander through the town and discover the quaint alpine chalets, lovely Baroque churches and historic Protestant chapels.
Rail
Chamonix is served by the metre-gauge St Gervais-Vallorcine Line, operated by SNCF. The line from Saint Gervais to Chamonix opened in 1901; it was extended to Vallorcine in 1908. The line holds the record for the steepest gradient on any standard (i.e. adhesion) railway.
From Vallorcine, the rail route continues over the border into Switzerland, meeting the SBB network at Martigny. This latter section, a metre-gauge cog railway, is operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions SA. The train service from Vallorcine to Martigny is known as the Mont Blanc Express. Timetables on the St Gervais-Vallorcine and Vallorcine-Martigny sections are synchronized.
The 5.1-km Montenvers Railway is a cog railway that provides access to the tourist site of Montenvers. Opened in 1909, its rail station was built next to SNCF's Chamonix station on the St Gervais-Vallorcine Line. In fact the two stations are directly linked. Montenvers provides further tourist access to middle and high mountain areas. The Tramway du Mont Blanc offers a classic Chamonix experience, ideal for visitors who simply want to admire the scenery. The tramway departs from Le Fayet or Saint-Gervais. The train has two stops: Bellevue and Nid d'Aigle. Tourists can admire the scenery of pastures and forests as the tramway ascends to Bellevue at 1,900 meters. At Bellevue, tourists may take a scenic walk around the verdant pastures of Les Houches. True to its name, Bellevue offers exceptional views, and it also has an elegant mountain restaurant with good food and a pleasant ambience. From Bellevue, mountain biking trails lead to Les Houches village.
To continue up the summit, take the tramway ride until reaching the Nid d'Aigle at 2,372 meters, offering a sweeping view of the Bionnassay glacier, as well as a chance to hike alongside a glacier. The Nid d'Aigle nestles under the rugged Aiguille du Goûter mountain peak (where mountaineers set out for their climb of Mont Blanc). There are many hillside walking paths around the Nid d'Aigle, including the scenic paths to Bionnassay Glacier. The Nid d'Aigle Refuge is a contemporary-style mountain hut with half-board lodging (including breakfast and dinner) for 20 guests.
Cable cars
Chamonix has one of the highest cable cars in the world, which links the town to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi at 3842 m. It is based on an older system built in 1920, rebuilt in the first half of the 1950s over five summer seasons, fully modernised in 1979, and upgraded again in 2008. On the other side of the valley, another cable car links Chamonix to the viewpoint of Planpraz. A second line links Planpraz to the summit of Le Brévent at 2525 m. Many other cable cars exist in the valley and are heavily used by skiers and residents.
Recommended website: Chamonix.net
418 locals recommend
Chamonix
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (normally just known as Chamonix)
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is a commune in the Haute-Savoie département in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. It was the site of the first Winter Olympics in 1924 and has a population of around 9000.
Situated near the massive peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges and most notably the Aiguille du Midi, Chamonix is one of the oldest ski resorts in France. The north side of the summit of Mont Blanc and therefore a summit half is part of the village of Chamonix. To the south side, the situation is different depending on the country. Italy considers that the border passes through the top. France considers that the boundary runs along the rocky Tournette under the summit cap, placing it entirely in French territory. The south side was in France, assigned to the commune of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains sharing the summit with its neighbor Chamonix. It is this situation - for France - which is found on the French IGN maps. The Chamonix commune is popular with skiers and mountain enthusiasts and via the cable car lift to the Aiguille du Midi it is possible to access the off-piste ski run of the Vallée Blanche. With an area of 245 km2 (95 sq mi), Chamonix is the fourth largest commune, in area, in mainland France.
The town of Chamonix is served by French Route Nationale 205 (RN 205), nicknamed the Route blanche - or ‘white route’ due to its snowiness. This is an extension of French autoroute 40 (A40), similarly nicknamed the autoroute blanche, which ends at Le Fayet, a village in the commune of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains. The 11.6 km Mont Blanc Tunnel originates here, linking Chamonix to Courmayeur in Italy. Chamonix is linked to Switzerland by Route Départementale 1506. The nearest airport to Chamonix is Geneva Cointrin International.
Chamonix was put on the map by two English aristocrats who discovered the place in 1741. They were enchanted by the charming alpine village called the ‘Prieuré de Chamouni’ surrounded by awesome snow-covered mountains. The village's first inn was opened in 1770 when interest in mountaineering was beginning to take off. Soon, many visitors flocked to Chamonix to see the mystical summits. In 1816, the first luxury hotel was created, with more to follow later in the 1800s. During the reign of Napoleon III, the road access to Chamonix was improved and railways were inaugurated. The train allowed visitors an easy way to arrive at Chamonix in winter, making it a popular winter sport destination.
Reflecting its history, the architecture of Chamonix is a mix of traditional and modern. Wander through the town and discover the quaint alpine chalets, lovely Baroque churches and historic Protestant chapels.
Rail
Chamonix is served by the metre-gauge St Gervais-Vallorcine Line, operated by SNCF. The line from Saint Gervais to Chamonix opened in 1901; it was extended to Vallorcine in 1908. The line holds the record for the steepest gradient on any standard (i.e. adhesion) railway.
From Vallorcine, the rail route continues over the border into Switzerland, meeting the SBB network at Martigny. This latter section, a metre-gauge cog railway, is operated by Transports de Martigny et Régions SA. The train service from Vallorcine to Martigny is known as the Mont Blanc Express. Timetables on the St Gervais-Vallorcine and Vallorcine-Martigny sections are synchronized.
The 5.1-km Montenvers Railway is a cog railway that provides access to the tourist site of Montenvers. Opened in 1909, its rail station was built next to SNCF's Chamonix station on the St Gervais-Vallorcine Line. In fact the two stations are directly linked. Montenvers provides further tourist access to middle and high mountain areas. The Tramway du Mont Blanc offers a classic Chamonix experience, ideal for visitors who simply want to admire the scenery. The tramway departs from Le Fayet or Saint-Gervais. The train has two stops: Bellevue and Nid d'Aigle. Tourists can admire the scenery of pastures and forests as the tramway ascends to Bellevue at 1,900 meters. At Bellevue, tourists may take a scenic walk around the verdant pastures of Les Houches. True to its name, Bellevue offers exceptional views, and it also has an elegant mountain restaurant with good food and a pleasant ambience. From Bellevue, mountain biking trails lead to Les Houches village.
To continue up the summit, take the tramway ride until reaching the Nid d'Aigle at 2,372 meters, offering a sweeping view of the Bionnassay glacier, as well as a chance to hike alongside a glacier. The Nid d'Aigle nestles under the rugged Aiguille du Goûter mountain peak (where mountaineers set out for their climb of Mont Blanc). There are many hillside walking paths around the Nid d'Aigle, including the scenic paths to Bionnassay Glacier. The Nid d'Aigle Refuge is a contemporary-style mountain hut with half-board lodging (including breakfast and dinner) for 20 guests.
Cable cars
Chamonix has one of the highest cable cars in the world, which links the town to the summit of the Aiguille du Midi at 3842 m. It is based on an older system built in 1920, rebuilt in the first half of the 1950s over five summer seasons, fully modernised in 1979, and upgraded again in 2008. On the other side of the valley, another cable car links Chamonix to the viewpoint of Planpraz. A second line links Planpraz to the summit of Le Brévent at 2525 m. Many other cable cars exist in the valley and are heavily used by skiers and residents.
Recommended website: Chamonix.net
Experience a drive through the Mont Blanc tunnel and visit Aosta in Italy for the day. It is a really interesting medieval town with some superb Roman ruins, not to mention great shops and restaurants.
211 locals recommend
Aosta
Experience a drive through the Mont Blanc tunnel and visit Aosta in Italy for the day. It is a really interesting medieval town with some superb Roman ruins, not to mention great shops and restaurants.
Food scene
Megève
Megève is well known by few and is a jealously guarded secret among those that frequent its ski slopes. With its Michelin Guide restaurants, high-end shopping, casino and quaint narrow cobbled streets, the village is dominated by the traditional church belfry and a square, all in a pedestrian friendly area. Horse drawn sleighs carry tourists all over during the peak periods, adding a festive and memorable experience for young and old. A truly civilised ski area, of real old world charm, with a history that goes back for more than 1000 years. The village still has over 40 working farms from which the milk is used to produce the local cheeses.
The ski area is laid out in such a way that the summit of Mont Blanc is almost always in view when on Megève ski runs. The runs are cut through the trees – a welcome change to most ski areas in the Alps that are above the ‘tree line’, adding a touch of green to this Haute-Savoyard village! It offers great skiing for all levels, with a particularly pleasing predominance of upper intermediate skiing terrain.
The ‘Espace Mont Blanc’ domain is a whopping 445 Km and with over 111 lifts makes Megeve and partner ski areas (la Giettaz, Saint Gervais, Saint Nicolas de Veroce, Combloux, Les Contamines Montjoie and Cordon) in the top 6 longest skiable areas in France. It offers one of the best vantage points to view the French Alps and Mont Blanc.
The most scenic views of Mont Blanc - the highest mountain in Western-Europe - are visible from the top of the ‘Epaule’ chairlift of the Mont Arbois side of the Megève Ski Area. From the top of this chair lift you will want to turn immediately left to stay on the piste, a right turn will take you immediately "off piste"! You should be a good intermediate skier to do this run, in several places it is quite narrow and in whiteout conditions not advised at all. However, on a brilliant sunny day you will want to look around you and make a visual picture that even the best of cameras could never capture….the whole of the French Alps in all their beauty right before your eyes! After taking it all in, it is time to ski all the way down to Chatrix, the longest of runs in the domain.
Megève also offers an all year round 3 km Luge Experience (by the Le Jaillet chairlift) and there is also Le Palais des Sports Centre, offering a multitude of activities: ice rink, fitness gyms, slimming or zen sections. There are a choice of two pools - one dedicated to swimming and the other to children’s games and water aerobics and during the ski season, there is an outdoor skating rink.
There’s a regular Friday market in Megève each week, featuring all of the very best local produce and an eclectic mix of other goodies. Opening time for the Friday Market is from 8am to 1pm. Local Sunday Farmers’ Markets also take place on selected Sundays throughout the year. The Sunday Farmers’ Market is held in the car park at Le Palais Sports Centre.
Megève Restaurants (as recommended on TripAdvisor)
$$ - $$$
La Table du Trappeur
#3 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly Gluten Free Options
Le comptoir d'Alice Megeve
#5 of 108
French European Healthy Gastropub Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Options Gluten Free Options
OK BURGER
#6 of 108
Vegetarian Friendly
Le Saint Nicolas
#7 of 108
French Diner Vegetarian Friendly
Le Refuge du Calvaire
#8 of 108
French
Le Torrent
#9 of 108
French European
Flocons Village
#10 of 108
French European
Le Dahu
#11 of 108
French Bar European Pub
Le Radaz
#14 of 108
French European
Restaurant Le Prieure
#15 of 108
French European
Le Cafe 2 la Poste
#17 of 108
Italian French European Vegetarian Friendly
Le Restaunome
#18 of 108
French European
Le Vieux-Megève
#19 of 74
French Swiss European
Chamois
#20 of 74
French European
Le Cintra
#21 of 74
French European
Restaurant du Lac de Jevan
#22 of 74
French European
$$$$
Restaurant etoile Flocons de Sel
#1 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Options Gluten Free Options
Le 1920
#2 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Options Gluten Free Options
Le Refuge
#4 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly
La Table de l'Alpaga
#12 of 108
French European Contemporary
La Taverne du Mont d'Arbois
#13 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly
La Ferme de mon Pere
#16 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly
Prima
#19 of 108
French Vegetarian Friendly
162 locals recommend
Megève
Megève
Megève is well known by few and is a jealously guarded secret among those that frequent its ski slopes. With its Michelin Guide restaurants, high-end shopping, casino and quaint narrow cobbled streets, the village is dominated by the traditional church belfry and a square, all in a pedestrian friendly area. Horse drawn sleighs carry tourists all over during the peak periods, adding a festive and memorable experience for young and old. A truly civilised ski area, of real old world charm, with a history that goes back for more than 1000 years. The village still has over 40 working farms from which the milk is used to produce the local cheeses.
The ski area is laid out in such a way that the summit of Mont Blanc is almost always in view when on Megève ski runs. The runs are cut through the trees – a welcome change to most ski areas in the Alps that are above the ‘tree line’, adding a touch of green to this Haute-Savoyard village! It offers great skiing for all levels, with a particularly pleasing predominance of upper intermediate skiing terrain.
The ‘Espace Mont Blanc’ domain is a whopping 445 Km and with over 111 lifts makes Megeve and partner ski areas (la Giettaz, Saint Gervais, Saint Nicolas de Veroce, Combloux, Les Contamines Montjoie and Cordon) in the top 6 longest skiable areas in France. It offers one of the best vantage points to view the French Alps and Mont Blanc.
The most scenic views of Mont Blanc - the highest mountain in Western-Europe - are visible from the top of the ‘Epaule’ chairlift of the Mont Arbois side of the Megève Ski Area. From the top of this chair lift you will want to turn immediately left to stay on the piste, a right turn will take you immediately "off piste"! You should be a good intermediate skier to do this run, in several places it is quite narrow and in whiteout conditions not advised at all. However, on a brilliant sunny day you will want to look around you and make a visual picture that even the best of cameras could never capture….the whole of the French Alps in all their beauty right before your eyes! After taking it all in, it is time to ski all the way down to Chatrix, the longest of runs in the domain.
Megève also offers an all year round 3 km Luge Experience (by the Le Jaillet chairlift) and there is also Le Palais des Sports Centre, offering a multitude of activities: ice rink, fitness gyms, slimming or zen sections. There are a choice of two pools - one dedicated to swimming and the other to children’s games and water aerobics and during the ski season, there is an outdoor skating rink.
There’s a regular Friday market in Megève each week, featuring all of the very best local produce and an eclectic mix of other goodies. Opening time for the Friday Market is from 8am to 1pm. Local Sunday Farmers’ Markets also take place on selected Sundays throughout the year. The Sunday Farmers’ Market is held in the car park at Le Palais Sports Centre.
Megève Restaurants (as recommended on TripAdvisor)
$$ - $$$
La Table du Trappeur
#3 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly Gluten Free Options
Le comptoir d'Alice Megeve
#5 of 108
French European Healthy Gastropub Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Options Gluten Free Options
OK BURGER
#6 of 108
Vegetarian Friendly
Le Saint Nicolas
#7 of 108
French Diner Vegetarian Friendly
Le Refuge du Calvaire
#8 of 108
French
Le Torrent
#9 of 108
French European
Flocons Village
#10 of 108
French European
Le Dahu
#11 of 108
French Bar European Pub
Le Radaz
#14 of 108
French European
Restaurant Le Prieure
#15 of 108
French European
Le Cafe 2 la Poste
#17 of 108
Italian French European Vegetarian Friendly
Le Restaunome
#18 of 108
French European
Le Vieux-Megève
#19 of 74
French Swiss European
Chamois
#20 of 74
French European
Le Cintra
#21 of 74
French European
Restaurant du Lac de Jevan
#22 of 74
French European
$$$$
Restaurant etoile Flocons de Sel
#1 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Options Gluten Free Options
Le 1920
#2 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly Vegan Options Gluten Free Options
Le Refuge
#4 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly
La Table de l'Alpaga
#12 of 108
French European Contemporary
La Taverne du Mont d'Arbois
#13 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly
La Ferme de mon Pere
#16 of 108
French European Vegetarian Friendly
Prima
#19 of 108
French Vegetarian Friendly
Traveler advice
Don't miss
The Combloux Eco lake is a must visit from May to September.
just a short walk from our apartment, the lake is a beautiful place to spend the day, with the mountains reflected in the water. Take a picnic or have lunch/dinner at Le Dandy. NB for the boys, speedo type trunks are de rigeur. Swim shorts are not allowed. If you've forgotten yours or don't own a pair, there is a vending machine that you can buy them from.
Book before you go
La Folie Douce
During the ski season the excellent Folie Douce is your party place in the mountains! Really funky and popular with both young and old. Great live music venue - you'll be dancing on the tables!
If you want to eat there at peak times, book in advance - it is very popular!