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- Max temp: 1 °c
- Min temp: -5.5 °c
- Last snowed: Fri 20 Dec
Megève developed as a tourist resort in the 1920s and has gone from strength to strength ever since, whilst still retaining its traditional core and high end feel.
A lot of accommodation is provided by smart hotels, but don’t let this put you off as there are also options to suit most budgets.
The skiing is split into three main sectors, all of which are easily accessible from the edges of town – with a decent bus service linking the respective base stations. The slopes at Le Jaillet are generally quieter, especially if you head all the way across to La Giettaz, Mont d’Arbois is the main hub and has the link to the slopes above St Gervais, whilst Rochebrune has another pleasant pod of tree-lined slopes.
If you’re an adventurous skier or boarder, purchase the Evasion Mont Blanc ski pass to also ski at Les Contamines or the Mont Blanc Unlimited pass to get you access to nearby Chamonix and Courmayeur over in Italy.
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IntermediatePros and cons
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Access to a vast and varied ski area
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Lively resort, with a lot of great restaurants, hotels and bars
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Quick access to Chamonix for day trips to ski steeper terrain
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Snow can suffer due to the low altitude
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Prices can unfortunately be rather high
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Its easy access mean it can be busy at weekends
On the Slopes
The resort is home to some great beginner facilities, located just above the village at the foot of the Mont d’Arbois gondola. Long greens and gentle blues are then available across the ski area, but the top to bottom green at Rochebrune in particular is very good. Much of the rest of the ski area is ideal for intermediate skiers, with a network of blues and reds linking up to ensure you can cover some serious ground each ski day. For the quietest slopes head towards La Giettaz or down to La Combloux. Note that getting around can be hampered somewhat by a creaking lift system – recent investment has helped but more fast chairs and gondolas are needed.
More advanced skiers and snowboarders may find the challenges limited here and you’ll be waiting for fresh snowfall to head off piste and into the trees. If the snow clouds haven’t delivered then head to Mont Joly above St Gervais or to the Cote 2000 sector for some steeper groomed pistes. Tougher terrain is available at nearby Les Contamines or of course in Chamonix – just make sure you purchase the right lift pass upgrades.
In the Resort
Despite its large size, Megève retains a charming, old core and most of the hotels and chalets have been developed in a tasteful, wooden style. The main street is home to lots of smart shops, some excellent restaurants and bars – many of which do become lively at weekends as people make the most of the short transfer from Geneva.
Up on the hill, there are some fantastic mountain restaurants, although you will need to book in advance during busy weeks at the most popular locations.
Away from the skiing there is a lot to do, with some excellent shopping in town, tobogganing on the hill and winter walking through the valley.
Ski Club Recognised: Environmentally Sustainable Resort
The Ski Club uses third party independent assessments and accreditation of ski resorts to determine a resort “environmentally sustainable” – more information can be found here.
As part of the French Flocon Vert (tr. Green Snowflake) scheme, Megève has been awarded one snowflake out of a possible three, representing in resources to reduce its environmental impact. Flocon Vert is an independent scheme operated by Mountain Riders, which accredits resorts in France who have met twenty criteria based on environmental, social and economic sustainability.
- Megève was accredited in 2020
- Resort governance, ensuring a year-round tourism season and a focus on local cultural and economic products, has drawn particular attention
- The resort transitioned to 100% renewable energy in 2018, marking a key step in an environmentally sustainable future
Megève Piste Map
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Megève PDFTop (2353m)
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Generally clear |
Generally clear |  Clear skies |
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Clear skies |
Clear skies | Generally clear |
Clear skies |
Clear skies | Clear skies |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 3.7 cm | 22.9 cm | 24 cm | 16.1 cm | 10.1 cm | 9.1 cm | 7.5 cm | 0.5 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | -7.9°c | -7.6°c | -4.7°c | -3°c | -5.7°c | -9.5°c | -11.6°c | -10.8°c | -10.3°c | -10.9°c | -10.2°c | -8.9°c | -3.3°c | -3.3°c | -5.5°c | -2°c | -2°c | -6.3°c | -2.9°c | -2.9°c | -6.4°c | -3.1°c | -3.1°c | -6.8°c | -2.9°c | -2.9°c | -7.3°c | -3.7°c | -3.7°c | -8°c |
| Min temp | -11.3°c | -8.8°c | -7.6°c | -5.7°c | -9.5°c | -12°c | -12.2°c | -11.6°c | -11°c | -12.2°c | -10.9°c | -10.6°c | -7.7°c | -5.6°c | -6°c | -6°c | -6.3°c | -7.6°c | -7.3°c | -6.5°c | -7.2°c | -7.3°c | -7°c | -7.6°c | -7.8°c | -7.5°c | -8.1°c | -8.5°c | -8.2°c | -8.5°c |
| Feels like temp | -11.2°c | -7.9°c | -12°c | -7.2°c | -12.2°c | -16.6°c | -19.1°c | -19.1°c | -17.9°c | -19°c | -18°c | -16.1°c | -11.6°c | -3.3°c | -5.6°c | -6°c | -2°c | -6.3°c | -7.3°c | -2.9°c | -6.5°c | -7.3°c | -3.1°c | -7°c | -7.8°c | -2.9°c | -7.5°c | -8.5°c | -3.7°c | -8.2°c |
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| Weather | Mainly fair |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 3.7 cm |
| Max temp | -7.9°c | -7.6°c | -4.7°c |
| Min temp | -11.3°c | -8.8°c | -7.6°c |
| Feels like temp | -11.2°c | -7.9°c | -12°c |
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| Snow expected | 22.9 cm | 24 cm | 16.1 cm |
| Max temp | -3°c | -5.7°c | -9.5°c |
| Min temp | -5.7°c | -9.5°c | -12°c |
| Feels like temp | -7.2°c | -12.2°c | -16.6°c |
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| Weather | Light snow |
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| Snow expected | 10.1 cm | 9.1 cm | 7.5 cm |
| Max temp | -11.6°c | -10.8°c | -10.3°c |
| Min temp | -12.2°c | -11.6°c | -11°c |
| Feels like temp | -19.1°c | -19.1°c | -17.9°c |
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| Weather | Snow grains |
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| Snow expected | 0.5 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | -10.9°c | -10.2°c | -8.9°c |
| Min temp | -12.2°c | -10.9°c | -10.6°c |
| Feels like temp | -19°c | -18°c | -16.1°c |
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| Weather | Clear skies |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | -3.3°c | -3.3°c | -5.5°c |
| Min temp | -7.7°c | -5.6°c | -6°c |
| Feels like temp | -11.6°c | -3.3°c | -5.6°c |
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| Weather | Clear skies |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | -2°c | -2°c | -6.3°c |
| Min temp | -6°c | -6.3°c | -7.6°c |
| Feels like temp | -6°c | -2°c | -6.3°c |
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| Weather | Clear skies |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | -2.9°c | -2.9°c | -6.4°c |
| Min temp | -7.3°c | -6.5°c | -7.2°c |
| Feels like temp | -7.3°c | -2.9°c | -6.5°c |
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| Weather | Generally clear |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | -3.1°c | -3.1°c | -6.8°c |
| Min temp | -7.3°c | -7°c | -7.6°c |
| Feels like temp | -7.3°c | -3.1°c | -7°c |
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| Weather | Clear skies |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | -2.9°c | -2.9°c | -7.3°c |
| Min temp | -7.8°c | -7.5°c | -8.1°c |
| Feels like temp | -7.8°c | -2.9°c | -7.5°c |
Resort (850m)
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Generally clear | Clear skies |
Clear skies |
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Clear skies |
Clear skies | Clear skies |
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Clear skies | Generally clear |
Clear skies |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 3.7 cm | 0 cm | 16.3 cm | 16.6 cm | 12.9 cm | 11.1 cm | 11 cm | 0.3 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | 0.4°c | 0.6°c | 1°c | 2.9°c | 1.8°c | -1.9°c | -3.6°c | -3.1°c | -3.3°c | -3.3°c | -2.6°c | -5.2°c | 2.9°c | 3.1°c | -0.6°c | 5.5°c | 5.5°c | 0.6°c | 5.2°c | 5.2°c | 0.4°c | 5°c | 5°c | 0°c | 4.4°c | 4.4°c | -0.6°c | 3.4°c | 3.4°c | -1.8°c |
| Min temp | -5.5°c | -1.8°c | -1.5°c | 1.8°c | -1.9°c | -4.4°c | -5.4°c | -3.7°c | -3.7°c | -6°c | -5.8°c | -6°c | -4.4°c | -0.7°c | -0.8°c | -0.7°c | 0.6°c | -0.9°c | -1.2°c | 0.4°c | -0.6°c | -1.1°c | 0°c | -1.1°c | -1.8°c | -0.6°c | -2.1°c | -3.1°c | -1.8°c | -2.6°c |
| Feels like temp | -5.5°c | 0.4°c | -1.5°c | 2.8°c | -1.1°c | -4.8°c | -4.4°c | -3.7°c | -3.4°c | -4.9°c | -3.3°c | -5.8°c | -4.4°c | 2.6°c | -0.7°c | -0.7°c | 5°c | 0.5°c | -1.2°c | 4.7°c | 0.4°c | -1.1°c | 4.5°c | 0°c | -1.8°c | 4°c | -0.6°c | -3.1°c | 3°c | -1.8°c |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 3.7 cm |
| Max temp | 0.4°c | 0.6°c | 1°c |
| Min temp | -5.5°c | -1.8°c | -1.5°c |
| Feels like temp | -5.5°c | 0.4°c | -1.5°c |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 16.3 cm | 16.6 cm |
| Max temp | 2.9°c | 1.8°c | -1.9°c |
| Min temp | 1.8°c | -1.9°c | -4.4°c |
| Feels like temp | 2.8°c | -1.1°c | -4.8°c |
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| Snow expected | 12.9 cm | 11.1 cm | 11 cm |
| Max temp | -3.6°c | -3.1°c | -3.3°c |
| Min temp | -5.4°c | -3.7°c | -3.7°c |
| Feels like temp | -4.4°c | -3.7°c | -3.4°c |
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| Snow expected | 0.3 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | -3.3°c | -2.6°c | -5.2°c |
| Min temp | -6°c | -5.8°c | -6°c |
| Feels like temp | -4.9°c | -3.3°c | -5.8°c |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | 2.9°c | 3.1°c | -0.6°c |
| Min temp | -4.4°c | -0.7°c | -0.8°c |
| Feels like temp | -4.4°c | 2.6°c | -0.7°c |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | 5.5°c | 5.5°c | 0.6°c |
| Min temp | -0.7°c | 0.6°c | -0.9°c |
| Feels like temp | -0.7°c | 5°c | 0.5°c |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | 5.2°c | 5.2°c | 0.4°c |
| Min temp | -1.2°c | 0.4°c | -0.6°c |
| Feels like temp | -1.2°c | 4.7°c | 0.4°c |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | 5°c | 5°c | 0°c |
| Min temp | -1.1°c | 0°c | -1.1°c |
| Feels like temp | -1.1°c | 4.5°c | 0°c |
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| Snow expected | 0 cm | 0 cm | 0 cm |
| Max temp | 4.4°c | 4.4°c | -0.6°c |
| Min temp | -1.8°c | -0.6°c | -2.1°c |
| Feels like temp | -1.8°c | 4°c | -0.6°c |
Resort Conditions
| Snowfall | Last Snowfall | 20/12/2024 |
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| Next 3 days | 118.3 cm | |
| Depths | Upper piste depth | 75 cm |
| Lower piste depth | 10 cm | |
| Snow conditions | Snow quality | Powder snow |
| Lifts | Lifts open | 10 out of 81 |
| Resort opening date | Sat 14 Dec 2024 | |
| Resort closing date | Sun 06 Apr 2025 |
France
Updated 20/12
The timeline for Christmas week snow is accelerated massively as a huge, dense area of low pressure gets swept in on the Jetstream to cover much of central and northern Europe as the weekend continues. Temperatures will remain cold through this weekend, with a freezing line dropping to 500m on Sunday and, as a result temperatures of -10°C being the norm.
Snow will first arrive in flurries on Saturday, but it is Sunday where things really shift through the gears. At least half-a-metre of snow is expected down, across all elevations as the freezing line falls away, continuing on into Monday when an additional 15cm can be expected. The avalanche risk is already expected to tick up in many areas across France, with a Level 4 – High danger expected from Sunday onwards, with notes for persistent weak layer and wind loading problems. Care should be taken when skiing in the backcountry and careful route planning should be undertaken.
Things are expected to settle down as the Christmas week continues, with Christmas Day itself expected to be fine, dry and bright, albeit remaining fairly cold and fresh. Some beautiful riding conditions are perhaps in store over the Christmas and New Year’s period.
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