Make your mark!
Discover the beauty of ski-touring in Megève!
Along our secure ski-touring itineraries or on a nature excursion far from the slopes, we have three good reasons to put on your ski-touring skins and come to Megève this winter.

“The mountain provides us with the setting…
Nicolas Helmbacher
It’s up to us to come up with the story that goes with it!”
3 Good reasons to go ski-touring in Megève
1. A wide range of itineraries
Whether you’re looking to improve your technique, get some training in or get started, the marked hiking trails are perfect for you! At the Megève Ski Area there are two varied and complementary ski-touring itineraries: In the Mont d’Arbois sector, the “Rand’Arbois” itinerary is ideal for learning ski-touring techniques. Then you can move on to a more sporty slope in the Rochebrune sector, with the “Rando Roche”. At Les Portes du Mont Blanc, there are 12 ski-touring itineraries on offer. Enough to keep you busy for the whole season!
2. A gentle introduction
Megève, with its mountains, warm sun and fir trees… Would this not be the ideal place to come and try out a new outdoor activity? Come and explore this picture-perfect setting and try out ski-touring! If you like walking, admiring the natural environment or you’re just curious, this is the activity for you! Accompanied by an instructor or a guide to help you, Megève is the ideal destination to learn the basics, while admiring the exceptional surroundings.
3. Relive the history of skiing
It’s all about the ski skins! As you may have guessed, skiers didn’t wait for the first ski lifts to be invented to enjoy the mountain slopes. At the beginning of the 20th century, an article called “Megève, ou la glorification du ski” was published in magazine La Montagne. Thanks to this article, the Club Alpin Français began showing great interest in the destination. Megève’s destiny to become an international winter sports resort was set in motion… with ski skins!
But also…
Ski-touring, a trendy winter sport!
Ski-touring actually existed long before Alpine skiing and has recently been revived: now is the time to try out a new skiing technique. Are you looking to try something new? Get an introduction to ski-touring! It couldn’t be easier in Megève, thanks to the marked itineraries and gentle slopes!
Definition of this activity
Ski-touring is a winter sport that consists in exploring the mountains on skis, without using the ski lifts. On the way up, you use ski skins that are attached to the underside of your skis. On the way down, you are rewarded for your efforts, with an enjoyable descent.
So why do people go ski-touring? Well that entirely depends on the skier! For some, it’s to be able to enjoy the untouched and freshly fallen powder snow. For others, it’s about the calm, peace-and-quiet and to connect with nature. For thrillseekers, it’s an adventure, a discovery. And for those looking for a challenge, it’s about the pleasure of pushing your limits. Or why not have all of that at the same time?!
That’s right, everyone is free to choose their own ski-touring technique and to go at their own pace.
And above all don’t forget: safety first!
Some safety recommendations:
- If you are a beginner, we strongly advise you to get an introduction with a qualified professional (guide or instructor).
- You should always have the right equipment.
- Adapt your itinerary to your physical ability, the weather conditions and the time you have for your outing.
- When ski-touring, you are responsible for your own safety and the safety of others.
- Never set off alone and tell your friends or family which itinerary you are going on.
- Respect nature and the peace-and-quiet of the environment

Ski-touring sessions in Megève

Introduction to ski touring / avalanche rescue training
This winter, Megève’s ESF instructors will introduce you to the joys of ski touring! If you’re a thrill-seeker or fan of the countryside and pristine, open spaces, then ski touring is the sport for you!
Provided by : École du Ski Français

Ski touring
From 210€
Discover an original way to ski: make your ascent using seal skins attached to the soles of your skis, and descend on the virgin slopes of the Mont Blanc region.
Provided by : Evolution 2 Megève

Free ski touring
From 245€
In order to optimize time and discover the most beautiful downhills, we use both the ski lifts and seal skins (maximum of 1 1/2 hours of uphill climb) to ski on beautiful slopes far from the crowds.
Provided by : Bureau des Guides

Ski Touring
From 295€
If you’re sporty and fit and want to experience a different side to skiing, why not book a ski touring session with Oxygene? With skins on your skis (or split-board), leave the ski lifts behind and earn your descent with our experienced instructors. Safety equipment included.
Provided by : Oxygène

Ski touring evenig at le Jaillet
From 13€
Come and test your level by validating the brand new Test de la Trace. You can thus be among the first in France to obtain your bronze, silver, vermeil or gold medal in ski touring.

Tuition
From 215€
Book your ski instructor ! For all the day or half-day, ski where you want with your instructor !
Provided by : École du Ski Français

Special ski-touring offer
From 295€
For your half-day ski-touring session, Oxygène Megève offers you a free Savoie food pack. Enjoy a Savoie-style lunch after your morning outing or during a day excursion, or a Savoie-style snack if you opt for an afternoon session.
Provided by : Oxygène
Equipment rental

Intersport Jaillet
Facing Le Palais, sale of clothing (Ice Peak and Rossignol) equipment and accessories. Wide selections of swimsuits and accessories for swimming. Summer: E-bike, baby carrier and tennis racket for rent

Jaillet Ski Shop
Located at the Jaillet Cable Car car park, our fully experienced team proposes a complete range of Alpine and Cross-Country skiing, snow boarding and snow shoeing equipment for rental. Sale of accessories, quality maintenance service, free lockers for rented equipment.

Atmoski Jaillet
At the foot of the Jaillet Cable Car. Rental of ski & snowboard equipment, sale of accessories. Free lockers for our customers. Maintenance and repair. Available brands : Rossignol, Fischer, Atomic, Dalbello, Salomon.A 30% discount on rentals outside French school holiday periods.

Socquet Sports – Sport 2000
Welcome, competence and availability are the main qualities at this shop, where you will receive a personalised service. Specialist of moutain sports, it is also an ensign of multisports. As you have chosen Megève, choose Socquet Sports.

Pelloux Sports
Sale and rental of skis, snowboards, boot fitting and accessories. In summer, sale and rental of Electrically Assisted mountain bikes, and guided tour organization Sale of Dolomite shoes.

Janin Sports
Cube brand electric ATV rental this summer. Rental and sale of skis and hiking boots, track and telemark, Bootfitting: Black Crows, Stöckli, Dynafit, Salomon, Atomic

Ski Flash Jaillet
To the right of Jaillet cable car. Rental of skis, snowboards and cross-country skiing equipment. Sale of accessories, free lockers for customers. Rental of lockers and ski shoes. Group rates. -30% discount on ski equipment rental outside French school holidays.
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