{"id":2483,"date":"2025-11-13T15:44:27","date_gmt":"2025-11-13T14:44:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/chaletararatmegeve.com\/fr\/?p=2483"},"modified":"2025-11-13T15:44:27","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T14:44:27","slug":"winter-activities-in-megeve-beyond-skiing","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/chaletararatmegeve.com\/en\/les-activites-dhiver-a-megeve-au-dela-du-ski\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter activities in Meg\u00e8ve, beyond skiing"},"content":{"rendered":"
Meg\u00e8ve, the jewel of the French Alps, goes beyond its reputation as a ski resort to offer a wide range of activities. range of winter activities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n For Chalet Ararat guests, this proximity to the finest mountain experiences is a major advantage, allowing you to combine the luxury of your accommodation with the many activities (in addition to skiing) available in the resort.<\/p>\n Sled dogs, which have been used by the Inuit for over 6,000 years before Christ, find a unique outlet in Meg\u00e8ve. Every year, the resort welcomes La Grande Odyss\u00e9e Savoie Mont-Blanc<\/strong>, This legendary sled dog race is considered to be one of the most prestigious in the world. in Europe<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Accompanied by a passionate musher<\/strong>, Discover the world of Siberian huskies, malamutes and Greenlanders in an authentic setting. The outings, lasting 20 to 30 minutes<\/strong>, These take you to the snow-covered mountain pastures of Mont du Villard Nord, accessible only on foot or by quad bike, depending on the conditions.<\/p>\n Indicative prices :<\/strong> Excursions start at around \u20ac150-200 per person for an introductory course, with tailor-made private packages available for groups.<\/p>\n Meg\u00e8ve is one of the most luxurious spa destinations in the Alps:<\/p>\n Created over 20 years ago in the alpine garden of Les Fermes de Marie, the Pure Altitude line combines the richness of active ingredients from the preserved flora of the summits. Rituals include snowflower-scented hot candle massages and innovative anti-ageing treatments.<\/p>\n Price range :<\/strong> Treatments range from \u20ac180 to \u20ac450 depending on the service, with day packages between \u20ac800 and \u20ac1,200.<\/p>\n Your stay at Chalet Ararat enriches this experience with its heated indoor swimming pool<\/strong> offering breathtaking views of the Aravis massif. The private spa area allows you to relax in the privacy of your accommodation.<\/p>\n Meg\u00e8ve has several Michelin-starred restaurants<\/strong>. Emmanuel Renaut's three-starred Flocons de Sel is currently closed for repairs<\/strong> until the end of 2025, but the chef will be offering his gourmet cuisine at the Flocons Village in the centre of Meg\u00e8ve during the winter.<\/p>\n Alexandre Baule's Table de l'Alpaga completes the gastronomic offer with its creative cuisine based on Savoyard produce.<\/p>\n At Flocons de Sel, Emmanuel Renaut reveals his visceral passion for the Alpine terroir: pike, char and f\u00e9ra from Lake Geneva, mushrooms and wild herbs, mountain cheeses. His cuisine sometimes goes against tradition, with creations such as langoustines marinated in citron, vivified caviar with grapefruit and gentian roots. During work on the main restaurant<\/strong>, The 3-star gastronomic restaurant has temporarily moved to the centre of Meg\u00e8ve.<\/p>\n Pricing experience :<\/strong> Tasting menus range from \u20ac180 to \u20ac280 depending on the establishment, with premium food and wine pairings.<\/p>\n Mountain E-Park offers an experience 100% electrical<\/strong> on the Mont d'Arbois golf course, with 50-minute sessions starting from \u20ac135. The advantage of electric motors: glide silently<\/strong> on the snow in an enchanting setting.<\/p>\n For an exclusive experience, private, made-to-measure outings are subject to a personalised quote, allowing you to explore the estates between Meg\u00e8ve, Les Saisies and Combloux.<\/p>\n Itineraries include Stassaz waterfall<\/strong> in the forests of Meg\u00e8ve, the C\u00f4te 2000 plateau<\/strong> with its impressive cliffs, and Les Aveni\u00e8res, which offers a breathtaking views of Mont Blanc<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Torch-lit night-time outings, followed by dinners in mountain huts, are a particularly popular experience with international customers.<\/p>\n Our private guides can tailor-make routes to suit your level and preferences.<\/p>\n To extend your discovery of the Alps, consider day trips to remarkable destinations such as the Chartreuse massif<\/a> or the Col de la Madeleine<\/a>.<\/p>\n The Olympic rink offers 1800 m\u00b2 of ice surface<\/strong> for curling, hockey and Eisstock. The Palais also has outdoor Olympic swimming pools, saunas, a steam room and, for children, Pentagliss and water playgrounds. For fans of more sporting activities, there's also the Palais Meg\u00e8ve climbing wall<\/a> with its 100 climbing routes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n The Deep Nature Sports Spa, open all year round, offers two saunas, a hammam, a jacuzzi, two relaxation pools and four treatment rooms.<\/p>\n Your stay at Chalet Ararat can be enhanced by its concierge services<\/strong>. The concierge team books unforgettable local activities such as paragliding or dog-sledding, and can call on a Michelin-starred chef for tailor-made meals, including Savoyard specialities such as Savoy diots<\/a>.<\/p>\n Located just 10 minutes from the centre of Meg\u00e8ve<\/strong> and within easy reach of the La Princesse ski slopes, the chalet offers privileged access<\/strong> to all these activities while retaining the privacy of a private retreat.<\/p>\n Winter in Meg\u00e8ve is built around a series of prestigious events: La Grande Odyss\u00e9e Savoie Mont-Blanc<\/strong> in January, the BMW Polo Masters<\/strong> on snow, and the International Jazz Festival in March-April.<\/p>\n The dramatised tours with a tourist guide and actor allow you to discover the local heritage through a skilfully orchestrated production, available in French, English and Italian.<\/p>\n From spa mornings and star-studded gourmet evenings to dog-sledding adventures and snowmobile explorations, the resort offers a range of winter experiences to suit all tastes.<\/p>\n Le Chalet Ararat<\/strong>, with its seven suites<\/strong>, with its indoor swimming pool and made-to-measure services, is the ideal base from which to explore these treasures in complete tranquillity. Whether you're a fan of high altitude hikes to Mont Thabor<\/a> or sporting challenges such as the Ultra-Trail du Haut-Giffre<\/a>, The residence offers luxurious base<\/strong> for all your alpine adventures.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Winter activities in Meg\u00e8ve excluding skiing: dog sledding, Pure Altitude spas, Michelin-starred restaurants, electric snowmobiling and snowshoeing. Complete guide to authentic experiences from Chalet Ararat.<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2482,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[44],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2483","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-activites"],"yoast_head":"\nSled dogs, an immersion in the Grande Odyss\u00e9e<\/h2>\n
An authentic experience<\/h3>\n
Wellness and Spa, a must in the Alps<\/h2>\n
Spas in Meg\u00e8ve<\/h3>\n
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Pure Altitude<\/h3>\n
Chalet Ararat<\/h3>\n
Gastronomy... in winter!<\/h2>\n
The Michelin constellation<\/h3>\n
Cuisine au Sommet<\/h3>\n
Mechanical activities and thrills<\/h2>\n
Electric snowmobile<\/h3>\n
Privatised sessions<\/h3>\n
Snowshoe trekking<\/h2>\n
Discovering secret panoramas<\/h3>\n
Excursions and discoveries<\/h3>\n
The Palais des Sports<\/h2>\n
Aquatic complex<\/h3>\n
Integrated spa and wellness<\/h3>\n
Our services at Chalet Ararat<\/h2>\n
Strategic positioning<\/h3>\n
Prestigious events<\/h2>\n
Calendar of highlights<\/h3>\n
Cultural visits<\/h3>\n
Your stay in Meg\u00e8ve<\/h2>\n