Mégevette: Hiking Trails, Alpine Pastures and Mountain Views

Paths winding between forests and alpine farms are part of what makes Mégevette a hiking destination. There are also routes featuring alpine chalets and historic connections, a caving activity available on request, and local church and cultural topics. The selection ranges from specific trail details to distinctive features of the village.

Hiking Between Alpine Pastures, Forests and Summits

The “Les Balcons de Mégevette” route runs between forests and alpine farms. The Aravis summits and Mont Blanc can be seen in the distance. Both the landscape shaped by farming and the named mountain views are among the features of this hike.

“L'Alpage de Mégevette” passes through a landscape dotted with alpine chalets. In the past, the paths were used in summer to drive livestock up to the mountain pastures; in winter, hay and firewood were transported by sled. Alongside its scenery, the hike therefore has a historic connection to alpine farming and the former use of the paths.

“Le Dorjon par Chauméty” is a very easy, 6-kilometer out-and-back hike with 40 meters of elevation gain. It starts at Mégevette church and passes through the hamlets of Le Bourg, Chez Fernay, Chez Rosset and Chauméty before reaching the hamlet of Le Dorjon. The footpath at the starting point by the church has recently been marked. Check the trail markings and details locally before setting out.

When choosing a route, consider what matters most: “Les Balcons de Mégevette” combines forests, alpine farms and mountain views; “L'Alpage de Mégevette” has a historic connection to alpine farming, while “Le Dorjon par Chauméty” offers a defined distance, elevation gain and route through named hamlets. This lets you choose between scenery, trail history and a hike with clearly specified details.

Caving Activities and Local Highlights

A caving activity is offered at the Grottes de Mégevette on request. You can explore galleries and chambers formed in limestone. If you are interested in caves, this is a separate activity alongside the hikes; it is available on request.

A Notre-Dame chapel had stood in Mégevette church as early as the 16th century. Saint-Nicolas Church in Mégevette offers guided tours for groups on request. Another local highlight can be found in the hamlet of Vers le Mont: at an alpine chalet, visitors can see a religious motif carved into tree bark by a local self-taught artist.

Concert and Products from Mégevette

Every year, the Mégevette Festival holds a major concert in Mégevette church on three evenings. If you would like to plan your stay around the festival, check the event dates in advance.

La Ferme de Becadou in Mégevette offers farm-made Tomme cheese, Fromage de Mégevette, Raclette, Tomme blanche, Sérac, honey, eggs and beef products. The products available and the sales arrangements may change. Check in advance what is currently on offer and how sales are handled.

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