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Hiking and Walking in Megeve
This is beautiful walking country with clear, clean air, dark pine forests, gleaming glaciers and soaring rocky peaks. Megeve has amazing hikes starting directly from town or close by.

Lightweight boots and shorts are sufficient. Waterproofs are essential and trekking poles useful. Don't forget sunglasses and skin and lip protection. Always carry drinking water and make sure to check Megeve24.com for the weather forecast.

The following are a few of our favorite hikes in the area.
Christomet Chapels of CalvaireCroisse Baulet Mont Joly Belle au Bois
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  Hiking to the Christomet is a great way to spend a summer day with the family or friends. You will hike through spectacular alpine pastures while hearing the distant sounds of the Abondance and Tarine cow bells. These cows are used to make the fabulous tomme and reblochon cheeses of the area. Take a minute to observe all the beautiful alpine flowers. If you are an early bird, you might get a chance to see some of the regions wildlife such as chamois, deer, wild boars and numerous varieties of birds! Just to name a few! The summit of this hike contains a breathtaking view of the Mont-blanc range as well as the mountains of Les Aravis, Beaufortain, and Les Fiz.
  
  Start: Le Mont de la Mottaz by the route du Christomet
  Time: 5h to 6h
  Ascent: 620 m (2 063 ft)
  Difficulty: Family Hike
  Summit: 1853 m
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  The Chapels of Calvaire were built in the 12th century. This walk takes you through lovely meadows and forests to see 12 chapels and oratories. This outing is great for the whole family. A description of the Chapels of Calvaire can be found at the Megève Tourist Office.
  
  Start: Center of town, follow signs to 'Le Calvaire'
  Time: 1h30
  Ascent: minimal
  Difficulty: Easy
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  This scenic walk is one of the more challenging and popular. The path is long and a bit steep towards the end. Take the direction, Col du Jaillet, when leaving the car park. Starting with a small forest traverse, you will be following a crest with magnificent views of the Mont-Blanc and Aravis chains most of the path and will pass many lush alpine pastures. Start this hike early in the morning as it quite long.
  
  Start: Ball-trap car park
  Time: 5h30
  Change in Alt.: 850m
  Difficulty: Medium
  Summit: 2236 m
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  This is a great hike with spectacular views of the Val Montjoie. The path leading to Mont Joly is quite steep and can be tiring but the views are more than worth the effort. Leaving the car park, you will follow signs for the Tour du Pays du Mont-Blanc (TPMB). You will come across a very informative orientation table helping you to identify all of the beautiful mountains in the distance. The summit offers one of the best possible views of Megève. This is quite an exposed hike so avoid going on really hot days and bring hats, sunscreen, and lots of water!
  
  Start: Planay car park, signs going by Hermance
  Time: 5h
  Ascent: 1200m (3937 ft)
  Difficulty: Medium
  Summit: 2525 m
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  Belle au Bois Waterfall!
  
  From the center of town, head towards Le Planellet, then cross the river while following signs to Le Tour. Head down the Chemin du Maz for about 20 minutes until you reach the sign "La Belle au Bois,” then head into the forest. Continue along the somewhat steep path and you will soon hear the waterfall. Round trip, this walk takes about 1h20.
  
  For more information, visit the Megève Tourist Office.
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