Delicately enveloped by immaculate mountain pastures where the blue of the sky contrasts with the white of the snow, Megève's nature has a look of paradise which attracts a good number of hikers who come to indulge in the pleasures of snowshoeing. Whether on a guided walk or following the marked routes, under the rays of the sun or under a carpet of stars, with family or friends, put on your snowshoes and set off on an adventure in the heart of the Megève nature!
Snowshoe hikes supervised by a mountain guide
Snowshoe outing on the glacier with a guide
Special accompanied snowshoe outing for the Little Lapps family
Snowshoe outing – the raverette
Snowshoe outing – Mont Platard
Snowshoe outing – Val Montjoie
Snowshoe outing – Beaufortain
Snowshoe outing – Mont du Villard
Snowshoe outing – Beauregard
Snowshoe outing – Cold Fountain
Snowshoe outing – Le Bornand
Snowshoe outing – Les Aravis
Hike closer to nature
Born more than 10 years ago, snowshoeing is the oldest winter sport in the world. Formerly used by hunters to move easily in deep snow, snowshoeing is now the star of winter sports for discovering the mountains and going on an adventure in the great outdoors.
This activity, which does not require any particular techniques or physical conditions, is easy to use, accessible to all levels and allows you to discover the sublime landscapes of Megève at your own pace. From the snow-covered streets of the village to the immaculate peaks of the mountains, hiking enthusiasts enjoy here a preserved playground where skiers are replaced by wild animals and the ski slopes by sumptuous landscapes. So snowshoes on, dive into a Great North atmosphere where only the crackle of snow under your snowshoes interrupts the absolute silence.
Have you ever snowshoeed before? Call on our mountain guides! From initiation to long-distance walks, from half-day to full day, in groups or in private lessons, under the sun or under the stars, the guides and guides of Megève offer you a multitude of snowshoe outings. Modulated according to your physical conditions and your desires, these courses allow you to venture into the Megève nature in complete safety with, as a bonus, the discovery of secret and preserved corners. Back in the village, snowshoes will no longer hold any secrets for you!
Be well equipped to enjoy in complete serenity
For a safe practice, here are some rules and tips to consider:
- For your comfort, wear warm, waterproof and breathable clothing, a good pair of gloves, a hat and protective sunglasses 4
- Bring shoes suitable for winter conditions, i.e. high uppers, waterproof and warm (wearing a gaiter is a plus to keep you dry)
- Don't forget to take telescopic poles, especially if you're hiking in deep snow
- A backpack with water, food, the map of the marked routes, a pocket pharmacy, a charged mobile phone and spare things is also recommended
Get well informed to have fun safely!
- On the safety side, avoid as much as possible going up the ski slopes with snowshoes, favor marked routes and trails
- Choose a route that corresponds to your abilities and allow enough time to complete your hike: do not overestimate yourself
- Drink, eat and rest regularly
- Do not blindly follow in the footsteps of others
- If you wish to venture off the marked routes, it is strongly advised to bring a DVA, a shovel and a probe as well as to know their uses.
- Before you go, find out about avalanche risks and weather forecasts
- Don't forget, the guides and mountain guides of Megève are at your disposal to accompany you during your snowshoe hikes
Where to rent snowshoes in Megève?
Where to go snowshoeing in Megève?
From the snow-covered streets of the village to the immaculate summits of the mountains, in Megève there are a good number of itineraries and marked trails where you can indulge in the pleasures of snowshoeing. Easily accessible and completely secure, they offer varied panoramas where you can stop and contemplate their beauty. Whether on a guided walk or following the marked routes, under the rays of the sun or under a carpet of stars, with family or friends, put on your snowshoes and set off on an adventure in the heart of Megève nature!
Vary the pleasures of skiing in Megève
Preciously nestled in the heart of the Alps, Megève offers you in winter an adventure playground as playful as it is gigantic. Each year enveloped in a thick blanket of snow, the famous ski resort inspires winter sports enthusiasts from all over the world with its huge, perfectly laid out ski areas, its pristine virgin slopes and its completely frozen activities. So on a snowboard, ski, sledge, dog sled or telemark, set off at full speed towards the happiness that sliding brings to Megève.
