TO VISIT
be postponed or refunded free of charge in the event that a government measure should restrict your mobility : Closure of national or regional borders ; Two-week quarantine at your holiday destination or upon your return ; Lockdown ».
Geneva airport is the closest one to the Megève resort ( 86 km away ).
Restaurants and Hotels
The Mont Blanc Hotel in Megève features the legendary restaurant « Les Enfants Terribles » named after Jean Cocteau ’ s novel . The five-star Сhalet « La Ferme des Petites Frasses » is a sensational chalet in the heart of the mountain with breathtaking views and a panorama of Mont-Blanc and the surrounding mountains . The Chalet is known as both authentic and modern at the same time , open all year round , for short or long term stays . You can even book a private chef to cook your meals .
For a relaxing coffee break , a family lunch , an evening gathering high in the mountains or a relaxing moment by the heated pool , the « Woody Café » restaurant has a panoramic terrace and a cozy fireplace . « La P ’ tite Ravine » is a mountain restaurant located at the bottom of the Ravine chairlift , just 800 metres from the top of the Jaillet gondola lift . It has an exceptional view of the Mont-Blanc mountain range and serves traditional and Savoie dishes based on fresh , quality produce .
More information : www . megeve . com
ZERMATT
This place is rightly considered to be one the most prestigious resorts in the world . It is located on the upper side of the Visp valley surrounded by 38 peaks , 4,000 metres high . Back in the early 19th century , no one had even heard of this small village hidden in the mountains . Back then Zermatt was not even a settlement and only shepherds would stop there occasionally .
In the mid 19th century , doctors proclaimed the mountain air to be a cure for tuberculosis . Swiss villages began to transform into spa resorts . This ski resort is best for confident snowboarders , freeriders and those just looking for a romantic and luxurious place to relax . Zermatt is one of the most beautiful resorts in the world thanks to its crown jewel , the Matterhorn peak ( 4 478 m ). The total length of the ski slopes is 360 kilometres . Zermatt has three interconnected ski areas : Rothorn ( for all skiers ), Sunnegga ( for beginners ) and Gornergrat ( intermediate level ). There are 61 operating lifts . However , since the resort is vast , be ready to walk with your skis or take a bus / taxi from one lift to another . Beginners may attend one of the seven local ski schools .
Besides skiing , you can go hiking , climbing , paragliding and hanggliding , sledding , ice skating , and you can play tennis and bowling . Zermatt is a place to have fun . However , you won ’ t find a particularly busy night life here . There are 160 restaurants and bars , 9 night clubs , a theatre , the Matterhorn Museum , indoor swimming pools and excellent spa hotel facilities for you to enjoy . At an altitude of 3,880 metres , there is an « ice palace » with unique sculptures .
During the ongoing pandemic , Zermatt is ensuring that all necessary safety precautions are in place , for the health of guests and employees . For example , masks are compulsory when social distancing is not possible and contact tracing is recommended when close contact occurs .
The best way to get to Zermatt is from the airports of Zurich or Geneva .
Restaurants and Hotels
Zermatt gained its reputation thanks to one of its local residents , Alexander Zeiler , who built the first hotel in the area , and that hotel is still open for tourists today . Or the five-star « Mont Cervin Palace », situated at the heart of Zermatt , also stands out with its gorgeous south-façade and roof with numerous turrets . The hotel ’ s red horse-drawn carriage is an ever popular photo op . The hotel ’ s « Grill Le Cervin » restaurant is known for its excellent cuisine .
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