The 10 most beautiful hikes to do around Megève

Are you looking for the most beautiful hikes to do around Megève? Between enchanting valleys and high mountains, discover the best paths nestled in this exceptional destination.

Only two hours Lyon and one hour Annecy Megève represents a superb mountain village as well as a sporting gathering place. During the winter, skiing and snowshoes are the stars of the season before the playground is transformed into a haven of hikers in the summer.

And in view of its geographical location, one quickly understands why: in the heart of the Alps, Megève is a real crossroads between of the Aravis and Beaufortin. With panoramas all the more exceptional ones than others, we have concocted a small selection of the most beautiful hikes to do around Megève!

1. The Col du Jaillet by Petit Croisse Baulet

If you are in search of the grandiose landscapes in Megève, the hike of the Col de Jaillet and the panoramic summit of Petit Croisse Baulet will certainly be a pleasure to you. With a 360-degree view of the massif Mont-Blanc and the Aravis chain, we advise you not to forget the camera in order to immortalize the moment.

Ascension, mainly made of undergrowth, makes walking pleasant and allows you by the same opportunity to escape the summer heat. Once you arrive at the top of the Col du Jaillet, in addition to a sublime landscape, it is a Roman terminal dating from 74 AD that awaits you. Did you know that collar delineated the border between two Celtic tribes once?

By continuing your path, the trail will lead you to the Petit Croisse Baulet, from which you can see a fabulous show: the panorama of the sublime massifs of Haute-Savoie and the glaciers of Mont Blanc.

The path alternates between pastures and forest in an atmosphere both grandiose and soothing. Excellent idea of hiking to escape the stifling heat of summer, the course can also be realized in winter during a snowshoe ride.

2. Le Belvédère de La Croix des Salles

We stay in the sublime views to take you to the Combloux pastures. With a panoramic view of the Mont Blanc, Aravis and Varens needles, the Belvédère de La Croix de Salles is a must-see around Megève. No need to be a great athlete to achieve this loop, the course is fast and the landscapes directly breathtaking.

The trail starts at the Beauregard pasture. And if this name doesn't tell you anything, it still represents the location of the Milka advertising with its famous marmotte that puts chocolate in the alu paper.

By continuing your path, you will then reach La Croix des Salles with a panoramic view of the highest mountains of Mont Blanc. On the redescent side, you will have to go to the cable car of the Jaillet, then to the Ravine before reaching the finish point.

Good to know: In summer you will find different chalets and restaurants on the trail such as the Alpages du Cœur d’Or, the P’tite Ravine, the Petit Cuchet or the Chalet d’Emilie in order to enjoy a pleasant lunch in the countryside.

3. Mount Joux by the Cross of Christ and Hermance

Direction now the hike of Mont Joux with a little known but yet beautiful course. The hike presents different points of interest and superb views with a more than reasonable denivellation.

You start the route through the route of Planay by alternating landscapes of forests and pastures before reaching a superb viewpoint on Mont Joux standing proudly at more than 1,800 meters above sea level.

Once conquered by the landscape, the discovery continues with the alpine chalets of Hermance. These charming small houses designed for wheat-making offer a superb panorama to explore in all seasons.

It is also on this part of hiking that animals will be found in the middle of the flowery meadows during the summer, while they return to the stables the rest of the year.

Without difficulty, it is a great journey to explore the mountains around Megève.

4. La Grande Croise Baulet via Le Col du Jaillet

We have spoken to you at the time of the Col du Jaillet and Petit Croisse Baulet, and we have now come to the serious things: The Grand Croisse Baulet via the Col du Jaillet.

These two summits, which are part of the same link in the heart of the Aravis Mountains, are, however, distinguished in terms of difficulty and denial. Thus, by climbing over 2,236 metres above sea level, the hike leading you to Grand Croisse Baulet increases the level and requires a good physical condition.

However the effort, really worth the detour and the summit will offer you a breathtaking view of the Mont Blanc, the Aravis and the Fiz. You will spend several times on ridges offering impressive views on each side with an intoxicating feeling of being at the top of the world.

Attention, however, to provide good equipment before departure is essential: warm clothes and good shoes are of rigor. The summit can indeed be very windy at times, from which to give you cold in no time.

5. La Balade Panoramique du Haut Combloux

In another register, the Panoramic Walk of Haut Combloux is the ideal to admire an exceptional view of the Mont Blanc without spending the day in toadute. Short and accessible to both young and old, it is the hiking to integrate into your holiday planning in Megève.

In addition to magical views, this bucolic walk will make you cross beautiful villages such as the hamlet of Ormaret. You can enjoy the farms still in operation, La Chapelle du village and all its traditional architecture. Sublime and enchanting, with such an atmosphere the change is assured.

6. Mont Joux and Mont d’Arbois via the Chemin du Maz

The hike of Mont Joux and Mont d’Arbois is a bit the unmissable trail in Megève. The path leads you first to Mont Joux, where you see the Mont Blanc massif but also Mont Joly, the Fiz chain and the Aravis.

But do not stop in such a good way and continue climbing to Mount Arbois. You can admire a second view, discover a magnificent view of Mont-Blanc, and take the time of a pleasant lunch attacked in an altitude restaurant. The ideal to fully enjoy the frame before entering your redescent.

The trail is not what is easier, but will give you access to clear and varied views of the entire valley as well as its surrounding summits. Between high mountain landscapes, farms and mountain pastures, it is truly a breathtaking hike at all points of view.

7. La Boucle de l’Alpette

La Boucle de l’Alpette is a pleasant family hike starting near Megève. It will take you to Rochebrune before you reach the pass of the Alpette.

On the trail you can see Mount Joly and the Croche needle and then the ascension will lead you to the top or to an altitude of 1,871 meters! In height, a whole new show will await you with a sublime view of the Beaufortain mountains.

And what better to do after a beautiful ascent and cotton legs? Tasting a tasty meal in an altitude restaurant in the middle of nature. The 360° panoramic view makes the moment magical, it is the ideal place for a picnic break.

To be realized throughout the year, this loop is ideally suited for summer hikes as well as snowshoe excursions. It’s a trace to have in mind if you come to breathe Megève’s fresh air.

8. Mont d’Arbois

Because you can't leave Megève without seeing Mont Arbois, we offer you a small 1.4 kilometre ride to get there.

You will have understood it, it is a short but effective walk leading to the most grandiose views of the mountain. It is the inevitable hike during a stay in Megève and the ideal ride for the first summer family outings.

9. The Leutaz and the Sangle

Let us now discover the more unknown valleys of Megève. It is at the level of Leutaz that we take you with a magnificent 360° panorama on the Alpette and Mont de Vorès. The beginning of the trail leads you through the pastures in which you will find the chalet of Barchamp, the Head, the Stiard or the Horse.

It is then along the slopes of the Sangle that you will reach the 2,020 meters above sea level. On this portion, steep and steep passages can increase the difficulty of the course, but its breathtaking panoramas will soon make you forget the effort.

We love this hike for its mountain pastures and its atmosphere of preserved and mysterious valley. Its landscapes are transformed at the same time as you take altitude with magnificent views to the key. And the presence of bouquetins on the course adds a dose of fairytale at the moment.

10. From Combloux to Praz-sur-Arly

We finish this selection with a crossing between Combloux and Praz-sur-Arly. Close to Mont Blanc, the trail between these two villages offers magnificent views. Guests can also enjoy a gourmet or refreshing stop by arriving at Praz-sur-Arly, the resort is full of breweries and restaurants.

Ascension is done in a natural cocoon preserved between pastures, villages, forest and green valley. Without difficulty, this 18-kilometre loop can be realized in summer as winter, it is a pleasant hike to be made alone or with family during a stay in Megève.