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INTRODUCTION

Megève is a unique destination, an elegant and authentic village and ski-resort at the foot of Mont Blanc.Endowed with an extraordinary history, the villagehas a unique soul which shines particularly at Christmas when Megève is quite simply enchanting! The resort benefi ts from a 400 km ski area with a spectacular view of Mont Blanc and is equipped with innovative amenities including the new ‘Palais’, the largest indoor leisure complex in the Alps.

Megève is establishing itself as the ambassador of the art of living in the mountains due to its gastronomy and accommodation of the highest quality including the Four Seasons luxury hotel which opens in December.

Megève, one of the most beautiful European destinations, continues its investments. In the space of three years, nearly 300 million euros will be invested in the ski lifts, recreational facilities and new luxury accommodation.

Well-known for its magical events, Megève off ers amazing moments again this year like the lighting of the Christmas tree, the Megève Winter Golf or the fi nals of the Ski Cross and Mogul Skiing World Cup. Let yourself be transported by the magic of Megève and come and share unforgettable moments with us!

CHRISTIAN DOUCHEMENT Director of Megève Tourisme

Redaction: Clémentine Chardin (Communications Department), Alexandra Collomb (Communications Department)

Graphic design: Megève commune (Communications Department)

Photo credits: Megève commune, C. Bougault-Grosset, JL Chauveau, LDiOrio, LBrandajs, S. Tavares Gomes,

S. Chardon/HSNT, O. Tops, DDD, N. Joly, Megève Ski Area, Four Seasons, Chalet Zannier, A. Collet, Aérocime,

S. Montaz-Rosset, Folie Douce, Tomasini Design, Arcane Architectes, Clémence and Clément - Le Hiboux Blanc, P. Ducap,

T. Shu, Le Woody, Lokigraf, J. Nalin, M. Cellard, La Sauvageonne, D. Machet, Alpaga, DR.

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The magic of Christmas

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Megève in Figures

New Investments

Megève and Skiing

Events

Activities on the Summit

Art of Living

Key Dates

Practical Info

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Megève in FiguresOver the centuries, human activity has changed, as has Megève. But the village has kept its soul, its heritage, its authenticity. It is a magical place which has an aff ect on every generation. Day trippers or frequent travellers love to meet and share common values.

80 RESTAURANTS

6 STARS

25 HORSE-DRAWN CARRIAGES,

ICONIC SLEIGHSOF MEGÈVE

100,000DESCENTS ON THEALPINE COASTER

ANNUALLY

3500FLIGHTS OVERMONT BLANC

32 HOTELS

INCLUDING 1 LUXURY HOTEL

8 5* HOTELS

MEGÈVE IN FIGURES

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400 KMOF PISTES

110 YEARS OF WINTER SPORTS

7ART GALLERIES

400EVENTS

DURING THE YEAR

40,000 TOURIST BEDS

MEGÈVE IN FIGURES

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New Investments1I

II NEW INVESTMENTS

The Évasion Mont Blanc Ski Area is accessible from the centre of the village via the Chamois gondola. Since mid-April, Megève Ski Area has been upgrading this equipment, veritable gateway to the area. The opening of the new machine is planned for December 2017. The fl ow of the new gondola will be improved, the cabins will be more comfortable, modern and diamond-shaped.

KEY INFORMATION

• 4.5 MILLION EUROS

• 6-SEATER GONDOLA

• 55 CABINS (DIAMOND MODEL)

• 1,278 M LONG

• HEIGHT OF 196 M

• CAPACITY OF 1,750 PERSONS/H

• SPEED OF 5 M/S

• AVERAGE GRADIENT OF 16%

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Megève Ski Area is undertakingthe creation of a toboggan run more than 3 km long, laid out in a fun and playful way, mainly in the forest. This run will be situated on the sector of la Princesse. It will be the fi rst toboggan run of this scale in the Haute-Savoie. Thrills guaranteed!

KEY INFORMATION

• ALL EQUIPMENT IS PROVIDED (TOBOGGAN + SKI HELMET)

• MORE THAN 3 KM LONG

• 1 OR 2 PERSONS/TOBOGGAN

• ACCESSIBLE VIA THE PRINCESSE GONDOLAS (FREE PARKING WITH 900 SPACES) AND

MONT D’ARBOIS (COVERED PARKING WITH 300 SPACES)

• OPENING WINTER 2017*

*subject to obtaining diff erent administrative authorisations.

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Diamonds for the Chamois gondola

Toboggan run Princesse

A FIRST IN THE HAUTE-SAVOIE!

SKI AREA

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New Investments

II NEW INVESTMENTS

Megève Ski Area has launched an ambitious project of redevelopment of the area to simplify travel between the Rochebrune and Cote 2000 massifs. The reorganisation of this sector comprises the removal of two ski tows and two chairlifts (Lanchettes, Rochefort, Jardin, Petites Lanchettes) and their replacement by two 6-seater detachable chairlifts. This adjustment will also be an opportunity to open more pistes to beginner skiers. and intermediate skiers.

Opening winter 2019/2020*

*subject to obtaining different administrative authorisations.

Photo for illustration only

Two novelties have seen the light of day on the ski area to the delight of families: The play areas, "Lutins des Neiges Le Village” on Rochebrune and “Lutins des Neiges La Piste” on Mont d’Arbois.

THIS IS THE AMOUNT OF INVESTMENT EXCLUDING TAX PLANNED

BY THE SKI LIFT COMPANY FROM NOW TO 2033. 35 MILLION EUROS

WILL BE INVESTED FROM NOW TO 2020. THE SKI AREA WILL BE

UPGRADED AND RESTRUCTURED

AND THE NETWORK OF ARTIFICIAL SNOW SECURED. THE

MODERNISATION OF THE CHAMOIS GONDOLA

IS ONE OF THE FIRST STEPS OF THIS VAST INVESTMENT PLAN.

Winter 2019/2020: less connection, more skiing with twonew machines

SKI AREA

80 MILLION

two new fun zones will delight the little ones

SKI AREA

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1IFour Seasons Hotels and Resorts, the world’s leading luxury hotel group, and Edmond de Rothschild Heritage, reputable company belonging to Benjamin and Arianede Rothschild, have announced the opening onthe 15 December of the first Four Seasons hotel in the mountains in Europe.

The 55-bedroomed Four Seasons Hotel Megève including 14 suites in four connected chalets is built on the Domaine du Mont d'Arbois and enjoys unrestricted viewsof the Arly Valley and the Côte 2000 and a direct access to the pistes.

François Arrighi sees himself entrusted with a new challenge by being appointed General Manager after having spent two years as manager of the Four Seasons Hotel George V. With 10 years experience in the ski business, he has notably been at the head of the Hotel Manali and then at the Airelles in Courchevel.

Opening of a Four SeasonsLuxury Hotel

THE FIRST FOUR SEASONS IN THE ALPS

The architects Bruno Legrand and the Mègeve native Pascal Chatron-Michaud worked in close collaboration with the decorator Pierre-Yves Rochon and with the personal touch of Ariane de Rothschild to produce an aesthetic result that combines the authenticity of mountain style with contemporary elegance.

Dining options will include the two Michelin-starred restaurant ‘Le 1920’ and its chef Julien Gatillon will take over the kitchen. Discover also, a conceptual Japanese restaurant as well as light meals French-stylein the hotel bar.

A STATE OF THE ART SPA! IT IS SAID TO BE ONE OF THE MOST

BEAUTIFUL IN EUROPE.

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Le Hibou Blanc is the Alpine version of Hibou,the Bourdoncle Group’s chain of three establishments, situated in Paris.

Thierry Bourdoncle, the owner, set his sights on two addresses in Megève, la Brasserie Centrale and Deli’s Corner and thereby added a first address in the mountain to his bulging address book composed notably of Bréhant, Mabillon and the famous Sénéquier in Saint-Tropez. The place is authentic, warm and timeless, the prices affordable and open eight months of the year.

OPENING WINTER 2017

A new adventure begins for Le Cœur de Megève, iconic establishment in the centre of the village. In keeping with the tradition of family-owned hotels in Megève, the Kampf family takes over and continues an adventure started three generations ago by the Giazzi family. Serge Kampf, a visionary entrepreneur and captain of industry, fell in love with Megève 30 years ago and has carved out a large part of his family history there.

The acquisition of Le Cœur de Megève is a long term process; the Kampf wish to preserve and enhance this characterful heritage hotel.

Le Cœur de Megève

A NEW FAMILY ADVENTURE

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Le Hibou Blanc

THE BRASSERIE OF THE BOURDONCLE GROUPIS ESTABLISHED IN THE HEART OF THE VILLAGE

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1IThree other projects will soon spring up in the centreof Megève.

HÔTEL LE COMTE CAPRÉ*****The Sezz hotel group, well-known for their hotels in Paris and Saint-Tropez, are setting up in Megève! L’hôtelLe Comte Capré will be located along the route Edmond de Rothschild. The design of this 5-star establishment will be handled by Christophe Pillet, the former right-hand man of Philippe Starck. Two chalet hotels, a restaurant and a lounge bar, as well as the reconstruction of an iconic place in Megève, the Chalet des Jumeaux, are planned.

WORK BEGINS IN MAY 2018.

ESTIMATED OPENING IN 2020.

Touristaccommodation

POPULAR MEGÈVE

HOTEL RESIDENCE**** In a leafy green setting, a 4-star holiday residence will be built in the place known as Les Veriaz.Managed by a well-known operator in this domain, it will feature 956 beds, aims to be open all year round and 120,000 overnight stays annually. It will be equipped with a fitness and wellness centre as well as a swimming pool and its architecture will be inspired by traditional Megève farms combining stone, wood and coating.

WORK BEGINS IN SPRING 2018.

PLANNED OPENING IN 2020.

ACCOR HOTEL GROUP 4**** HOTELA few metres away from the fabulous complex Le Palais, the Accor Hotel Group plans on opening a 4-star hotel. Open all year round, this establishment will have 150 beds. The complex will also include a retail space of six to ten shops, a brasserie, a cosy restaurant, as well as a magnificent alpine garden showcasing mountain plants.

WORK BEGINS IN 2018.

PLANNED OPENING LATE 2020.

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11III MEGÈVE AND SKIING

Objective: 2018 Winter Olympic Games

I1I Megève and Skiing

Crowned 2015 world champion in the month of February during the Mogul Skiing World Championshipsin Kreischberg in Austria, Anthony Benna made his big comeback in Megève in March 2015 by winning the ultimate event in the finals of the World Cup.

This winter Anthony will represent France in the Olympic games. He’ll also mark the end of his career symbolically during the World Cup final in Megève in his native region in the month of March.

After two silver medals in the U23 World Championships in 2015 and 2016, Clément competes from now on with the best in the senior category. His last season led to his first podium in the World Cup relay.

Clément Parisse

CROSS-COUNTRY SKIING

Anthony Benna

MOGUL SKIING

With distance events as a speciality, Clément preparesfor his next season with three objectives: to be selectedfor the Olympic Games, a World Cup podiumand a top 30 overall ranking in the World Cup.

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107SKI LIFTS

500+SKI INSTRUCTORS1 LARGE

TOBOGGAN RUNOF 3KM

88 BEGINNERS’

AREAS

235PISTES

THAT IS TO SAY

400 KM

7SNOW PARKS

MEGÈVE IS PART OF THE ÉVASION MONT BLANC SKI AREA WHICH REGROUPS THE RESORTS OF ST GERVAIS/

ST NICOLAS, LES CONTAMINES, COMBLOUX, CORDON AND LA GIETTAZ.

Welcome to the Évasion Mont Blanc Ski Area!

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3 CABLE CARS

10 GONDOLAS

36 CHAIRLIFTS

54 SKI TOWS

6 MAGIC CARPETS

4NORDIC

SKI AREAS

3SKI

SCHOOLS

MAXIMUM ALTITUDE

MINIMUM ALTITUDE1,027m

2,485m

888SNOWMAKING MACHINES

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OPENING THE WEEKEND OF 9-10/12/2017.

CLOSING THE 15/04/2018.

*subject to suffi cient snow cover.

Planned opening*

- Three countries- 998 km of pistes- height of 150,000 m - Ski access to theEvasion Mont Blanc Ski Area from Megève and the ski areas of the Chamonix, Courmayeurand Verbier Valleys- Visit of world-famous sites: Aiguille du Midi peak and its glass skywalk called ‘Step into the Void’, Mer de Glace glacier, and the Mont-Blanc Tramway

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ITS CV

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Want to know all the secrets of the ski area? Participate in the “Découverte du dimanche matin” (Sunday morning discovery)! Accompanied by a Megève ESF (French Ski School) instructor, discover all the best tips for recognising the most snow-covered and sunniest pistes as well as the most demanding which will require sharpened skis. It’s also an opportunity to discover fi ne restaurants and festive places where you’ll be able to create your best memories. These outings are for adults and take place on Sundays in winter. The minimum level required is Class 2.

megeve-ski.com

The secrets of the ski area

SUNDAY MORNING DISCOVERYNEW

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EventsWINTER 2017/2018

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The lighting of the Christmas Tree is the fi rst big event in winter. A festival where more than 5,000 people gather on the village square, and which marks the start of the ski season. A concert will take place and the season’s big events programme will be announced. The Christmas tree will take pride of place on the village square all winter.

During a week the Christmas village will welcome families, much to their delight, and off er three recreational areas near the outdoor ice skating rink, right in the centreof the village.Tasting workshops, creative workshops, photocall, time travel and a VIP guest – Santa Claus!

The lighting of the Christmas Tree Christmas Village

9 DECEMBER - UNMISSABLE FROM 24 TO 29 DECEMBER - ENCHANTING

In December, Megève is transformed, carried away by the magic of Christmas. Under its blanket of snow, the village is adorned with enchanting decorations and a sumptuous Christmas tree. All the shops are decorated and a gigantic letter box allows children to post their wish list to Santa Claus.

The most beautiful Christmas in the mountains is in Megève

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JULIE TRAVADON

A MEGÈVE NATIVE IN THE RACE

1VThis year again, Megève hosts the biggest and the world’s most diffi cult sled dog race. In a magical atmosphere,the mushers travel 30 km from the heart of the villageto the destination of Mont d’Arbois against the backdropof Mont Blanc.

For this competition, around twenty of the best mushers, men and women, from seven nations travel more than 1,000 km and ascend to the height of more than 30,000 metres across the Savoie and the Haute-Savoie.

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La Grande OdysséeSavoie Mont-Blanc Sled Dog Race

Megève Winter Golf

17 JANUARY – THE MOST BEAUTIFUL STAGE

FROM 25 TO 28 JANUARY – UNMISSABLE

JULIE TRAVADON

A MEGÈVE NATIVE IN THE RACE

In 1999 in Megève, Philippe Guilhem, a golf enthusiast and mountain junkie, created a unique concept: golf practice in a ski resort. Playing golf on a snow-covered course became popular very quickly. This unique event, the Winter Golf Cup has now become an unmissable event inthe world of golf. Due to the growing success, the concept has developed among other prestigious destinations such as Val d’Isère and Crans-Montana.

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Julie Travadon, a 24-year-old musher originally from Megève

participated for the fi rst time last year in the Grande Odyssée.

This young prodigy obtained her fi rst title of “adult” French

champion at the age of 8 and is none other than the daughter

of Isabelle Travadon who has participated 10 times in this

great race. Julie should be present at this year’s event!

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After the success of 2015, Megève has once again been entrusted with the organisation of the finals of the World Cup of mogul skiing and ski cross.

On the piste of the downhill stadium of the Cote 2000, the show promises to be spectacular:the biggest names on the circuit will clash on a piste 1,200 m long and some 24 modules.

The organisation is challenging because it demands the combination of technical and meteorological factors, since each module requires between 1,000 and 5,000 m3 of snow.

The Megève native Anthony Benna, the 2015 world champion, will partake here in his last race of the World Cup. A very emotional moment in perspective!

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World Cup Finals of mogul skiing and ski cross

FROM 14 TO 18 MARCH – THE GATHERING OF THE ELITE

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1VAfter two events crowned with success, where 500 famous musicians and artists from the four cornersof the world were present on the streets of the village and even on the summits of the ski pistes. Internationally renowned headliners such as Eddy Mitchell, Avishai Cohen, Macy Grey, Melody Gardot or even Marcus Miller and Selah Sue, livened things up. The 3rd event will be even more exceptional!

International Jazz Festival in Megève

FROM 30 MARCH TO THE 1ST APRIL

The concept: concerts during the day on the ski pistesand travelling groups on the streets of the village.When night falls there’ll be headlining concerts at le Palais and in the Jazz Clubs; afterwards the groups will playin an intimate atmosphere.

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Olivier Tops celebrates his 10 years of creations in Megève by exhibiting around fifty works presenting their different artistic techniques and universes: from photographs of Megève to travel snapshots, Nailshading to Text portrait, photographs on painted canvas to SmartArt. A few giant canvases punctuate this artistic display which feature prominently in the artist’s native village.

Olivier Tops is a multifaceted artist, the son and grandson of Megève photographers, who got into photography in his childhood. His latest technique, the Textportrait brings content which is usually lacking. With this technique, Olivier Tops revisits Pop Art!

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Megève has seven art galleries exhibiting unique works,a blend of modern, contemporary and ancient art.In the heart of the village, it’s possible to appreciatethe paintings of renowned masters such as Buffet, Chagall, Dufy, Picasso as well as sculptures by César, Arman, Marty or Regazzo.

Harmattan Art Gallery specialises in animal art witha large choice of oil or acrylic paintings and bronzeor terracotta sculptures.

Amongst the favourites, there’s also the bonbon (sweet) Pop Art in plexiglas by Laurence Jenkell, which can be discovered at the Saint Martin Gallery.

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Olivier Tops – 10 years of creations in Megève

Exceptional works of art

FROM 16 DECEMBER TO 18 MARCH – LE PALAIS

MEGÈVE ART GALLERIES

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Activities on the SummitIN MEGÈVE EVERYTHING IS POSSIBLE

Megève offers many activities to make the most of the joys of nature and the snow, so many ideas for stories!

• Unforgettable moments on a reindeer farm.• Grand Nord dog sledding trip• Have fun gliding on snow on a fat electric bike• Discover the sublime ‘Cascade de la Stassaz’ icefall• An evening in the alpine pastures on a snowmobile and yooner• Apérigloo: an evening in an igloo with a snowshoe walk• Spectacular flight over Mont Blanc glaciers

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Encircled by the Aiguilles Croches which overhang the Cote 2000, Megève Altiport functions all year round. For more than 50 years it permits the discovery of a breathtaking panorama. Initially created by Baron Edmond de Rothschild, the altiport enabled quick access to the ski pistes, thanks particularly to the Orly-Megève route, which operated until 1978. A core group of aviation enthusiasts created Megève flying club which is the European reference centre for mountain flying. Today, some 300 pilots come to Megève to be trained in this type of flying.

Megève altiport

A MUST

A wellness temple, Megève is a destination par excellence for relaxation. Many of its establishments are equipped with luxury spas with personalised services. Major brands are associated with these establishments. For example, the Pure Altitude Spas of the Sibuet Group offer products made with mountain flowers, especially edelweiss.

Experience the new Four Seasons’ Spa!

Megève and its spas,a unique experience

13 UNIVERSES – TOTAL RELAXATION!

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At the end of 2016, Megève unveiled the new facilities of its Palais, becoming the Alps’ largest indoor leisure complex. Amazing balneotherapy; a very large climbing wall; connecting fitness centre with view of the magnificent surrounding panorama; plenty of fun and magical timesin the aquatic centre – children, parents and grandparents, all the family will find something to enjoy and relax at le Palais de Megève.

A new activity is offered this year:yoga in water or woga. Practised in warm water, everything is gentler...

Listening to your breathing, the movements become freer, the mind becomes calm, tensions melt away...

Le Palais de Megève

THE LARGEST LEISURE AND WELLNESS COMPLEX IN THE ALPS

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VIMegève is definitely the ambassador of gastronomy since it has always been attached to local produce and knows how to reinterpret regional dishes. The 89 restaurants of which 3 are Michelin-starred all privilege the useof quality local produce.

Mègeve locals innovate by creating exceptional products like the ‘Glaçons de Megève’ (meringue coated pralines), the ‘Clémentin’ chocolate from the Boutique aux Chocolats, Fontainebleau cheese from the Laiterie Gaiddon and cheeses from the Coopérative du Val d’Arly.

Gastronomy

DELIGHTS – MADE IN MEGÈVE! LA SASSE MOUNTAIN SPRING WATER – PURITY FROM MEGÈVE

Art of LivingGASTRONOMY, SHOPPING, ACCOMMODATION...

At an altitude of 1,700 m on the Domaine de la Sasse,the Megève native, Dominique Méridol, bottles directlyin situ a rare spring water discovered by his grandfather.To hold it, the famous sculptor from Megève, Pierre Margara, has designed a sensual and sleek bottle. Its ambassador Emmanuel Renaut, three-Michelin-starred chef, shares this same passion for authenticity, qualityand aestheticism.

La Sasse mountain spring water can be found in Megève on the tables of the Flocons de Sel*** restaurant as wellas in the gourmet shop, La Cave Flocons de Sel. It is also supplied to Parisian Michelin-starred establishments, sold in the Bon Marché gourmet storeas well as abroad through exclusive distributors.

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Megève spring water

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NEW

ANTHONY BISQUERRA

CHEF OF LA TABLE DE L’ALPAGA*

JULIEN GATILLON

CHEF OF THE 1920** RESTAURANT IS MOVING UPMARKET

AND OPENING THE KITCHENS OF THE NEW

FOUR SEASONS LUXURY HOTEL.

EMMANUEL RENAUT

CONTINUES HIS EXCELLENCE AT THE FLOCONS DE SEL*** RESTAURANT. HE IS ALSO

AMBASSADOR OF LA SASSE MOUNTAIN SPRING WATER, BOTTLED DIRECTLY IN

MEGÈVE AT AN ALTITUDE OF 1,700 M ON THE DOMAINE DE LA SASSE.

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La Table de l’Alpaga gourmet restaurant, 1 star in the Michelin guide and the Savoyard Onyx bistro are from now on under the responsibilityof the Chef Anthony Bisquerra. He managesthe gourmet restaurant, which was awarded a star in the Michelin Guide in 2014. Taking inspiration from nature, he works with seasonal produce such as wild fish from the sea and lakes, European crayfish, pigs from the Cantal Mountains, free-range eggs and a selectionof Beaufort cheeses. He also offers a ‘Tout Végétal’ (all vegetable) menu which celebrates the tomato, artichoke,girolle mushrooms

Gastronomy

MEGÈVE, LAND OF CHEFS

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Experience all the magic of rare, exclusive and refined precious moments with more than 200 exceptional chalets offering top of the range facilities and bespoke services. Combining serenity, luxury and privilege, professional and attentive personnel welcome youfor an out of this world break.

VITHE CAPITAL OF FASHION IN THE MOUNTAINS

A TRADITION THAT CARRIES ON

200 EXCEPTIONAL CHALETS

Iconic Sleighs of Megève

The elegance

The horse-drawn carriages are evidence of the passion the people of Megève have for horses. All year round the Association of the Sleighs of Megève offers the possibility of travelling in or touring Megève with picturesque sightseeing tours.

With more than 200 addresses, Megève provides visitors with diverse offerings and products with exclusive brands in the French Alps, some unique to Megève,art galleries and antique dealers, and not forgetting tearooms, pastry shops and chocolate factories,which use artisanal production methods, for thosewho are feeling peckish.

A unique experiencein a prestigious chalet

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IN THE VILLAGE

• LES 5 RUES: one of the oldest jazz clubs outside of Paris. An institution in Megève.

• LES FERMES DE MARIE: sophisticated cuisine using produce from the market and privileging talented producers.

• LA SAUVAGEONNE: one of the village’s most festive tables.

• LE BAR DU LODGE: infinitely cosy New England style.

• LES GRANDS CRUS DE FONDUES: the chicest place to taste a personalised fondue livened up with mushrooms, vegetables and even fruit.

ON THE PISTES

• LE WOODY: club chairs, large libraries and wooden sleigh tables, le Woody is a cosy cocoon, welcoming and homely.

• L’IDÉAL 1850: for a relaxed lunch with a panoramic view opposite Mont Blanc at an altitude of 1,850 m.

• LE FINGER’S: the most hidden of chic restaurants offers a unique Japanese experience with fusion sushi.

• LA FOLIE DOUCE: The place to be for indulging your taste buds at the ‘Fruitière’ before swaying your hips on the dance floor opposite Mont Blanc.

• FACE AU MONT-BLANC: a cosy decor of an authentic mountain hut with an exceptional view of Mont Blanc.

Epicurean Megève

IN THE VILLAGE OR ON THE PISTES, YOU’LL FIND IN MEGÈVE GREAT VENUES,THESE FESTIVE OR COSIER ADDRESSES WHICH SEDUCE WITH THEIR SINGULARITY AND THEIR UNIQUE ATMOSPHERE.

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Megève has always been a land of precursors, who have throughout the years carved out a unique history. Thereby, passionate individuals born in Megèveor those who came to live in the village for its art of living have perfected innovations that have changed the history of skiing in France, mountain architectureor chic fashion at high altitudes.

Key DatesVII1916

BARONESS NOÉMIE DE ROTHSCHILD CHOSE MEGÈVEFOR THE CREATION OF THE FRENCH VERSION OF ST. MORITZ

1927

1ST ‘SKIEUR’ CHALET DESIGNED BY HENRY JACQUES LE MÊME

1928

1ST SKI SCHOOL IN FRANCE

1930

THE AALLARD FUSEAU SKI PANTS WERE INVENTED HERE

1933

1ST CABLE CAR FOR SKIERS

1936

ÉMILE ALLAIS, 1ST FRENCH OLYMPIC MEDALLIST IN ALPINE SKIING

1964

BIRTHPLACE OF MOUNTAIN FLYING

1982

OPENING OF THE CHAMOIS GONDOLA, LINKINGDIRECTLY THE CENTRE OF THE VILLAGE WITH THE PISTES

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Contact: Christian DouchementT. +33 (0)4 50 21 61 86 | +33 (0)6 61 91 91 23presse@megeve.fr

Located in the heart of the Mont Blanc region, Megève benefits from a perfect location just one hour from Geneva airport. The village can be reached via an efficient motorway network and has a coach station. The SNCF railway station is at Sallanches, 13km away.

Sallanches Station: 15 minGeneva: 1 hourAnnecy: 1 hour

Bellegarde Station: 1¼ hoursChambéry: 1¼ hours

Grenoble: 1½ hoursLyon: 2 hours

Milan: 3 hoursParis: 6 hours

Lyon2 hours

GrenobLe1½ hours

TO TURIN

To Paris 6 hours

To MarseiLLe 5 hours

To bourG-sainT-Maurice

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MEGÈVE

Geneva1 hour

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TO CHAMONIX

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