Alpine chalets and glaciers, one hour from Geneva airport
Seminars, incentives and conventions in Megève & Mont Blanc
Megève's village charm, Chamonix and the Mont Blanc massif: executive seminars and incentives in the mountains, in winter and summer.
- > 4,800 m
- Height of Mont Blanc, the highest summit in the Alps
- 3,842 m
- Altitude of the Aiguille du Midi cable-car summit station
- ≈ 1 h 15
- Geneva airport to Megève or Chamonix by road (about 1 h to 1 h 15)
Why choose Megève & Mont Blanc
- Geneva airport is about an hour away, with many European and intercontinental connections.
- Megève's village atmosphere: chalet hotels, spas and gastronomic restaurants in a car-free centre.
- The Mont Blanc massif, with the Aiguille du Midi cable car (3,842 m) as a high-altitude excursion.
- Winter and summer seasons: skiing and snowshoeing, then hiking, golf and mountain biking.
- Smaller, more intimate meeting formats, ideal for boards, leadership retreats and VIP incentives.
- Mountain gastronomy: Savoyard cheeses, refuges, fondue and starred tables.
Airport access
Geneva airport (GVA) is the main gateway, about 1 h to 1 h 15 by road from Megève and Chamonix (transfers are subject to traffic and weather). Lyon-Saint-Exupéry is about 2 h 30 to 3 hours away. By rail, TGV services run from Paris to Saint-Gervais-Les Bains-Le Fayet in around 5 hours or more depending on the connection; from there Megève is about 20 minutes by road, and Chamonix is reached by the Mont-Blanc Express train or by road in around 30 minutes. Megève to Chamonix takes about 40 minutes by road. In winter, snow and ice equipment is mandatory on mountain roads, and we plan coaches with experienced drivers.
MICE capacity
Megève and Chamonix are suited to small and mid-sized meetings rather than large conventions: chalet hotels and palaces provide meeting rooms for typically 20 to 150 participants, and hotels can be exclusively booked for a group on request. Chamonix has its own congress facilities and larger venues, whose current capacities are confirmed per brief. For conventions above about 300 people, we recommend combining a plenary in Lyon, Geneva or Annecy with a mountain programme. No capacity figure is given without confirmation from the venue.
Seasonality
Winter runs from mid-December to mid-April, with peak demand at Christmas, New Year and February school holidays; hotels fill early and rates rise. Summer, from late June to September, is a good season for hiking, golf and events with a milder climate. May and November are shoulder months, with many hotels, lifts and restaurants closed for the break. Weather can change quickly at altitude, so alternatives are planned for each outdoor activity.
Recommended districts
Megève village centre
Car-free heart of the resort with horse-drawn carriages, boutiques and chalet hotels.
Mont d'Arbois & Rochebrune
Slopes and sunny terraces above Megève; spas and hotels with panoramic views.
Chamonix centre
Mountaineering capital in the valley, with the Aiguille du Midi cable car and a lively town.
Les Houches & Saint-Gervais
Quieter villages at the entrance of the valley; family-sized hotels and thermal baths at Saint-Gervais.
Mer de Glace & Argentière
High-altitude glacier sites and trails, for half-day excursions.
Conference & MICE hotels
Evening ideas
- Fondue or raclette dinner in a mountain refuge, reached by snowcat or on foot.
- Gastronomic dinner in a chalet hotel with a view of the Mont Blanc massif.
- Torch-lit descent on skis with a mountain guide, in winter.
- Horse-drawn sleigh to a private chalet dinner in Megève.
- Evening of Savoyard tastings: cheese, charcuterie and wine, with a local producer.
Corporate activities
- Ski day or snowshoeing with a certified guide and a mountain lunch.
- Summer hiking at different levels, ending with a panoramic picnic.
- Aiguille du Midi cable car and Vallée Blanche experience, weather permitting.
- Cheese-making visit and tasting at an alpine farm.
- Mountain-biking, golf or paragliding discovery in summer.
Programme examples
- Three-day winter board retreat: Megève hotel, morning sessions, afternoon skiing and a refuge dinner.
- Four-day summer incentive: Chamonix, hiking, Aiguille du Midi and a gala in Megève.
- Two-day leadership programme: alpine guide-led sessions, mountain team challenges and workshops.
Frequently asked questions
How far are Megève and Chamonix from Geneva airport?
Both are about 1 hour to 1 h 15 by road in normal conditions. Winter traffic and snow can lengthen the transfer. We plan private coaches and meet-and-greet at arrivals.
What group size suits Megève and Chamonix?
These resorts suit groups of about 20 to 150 for meetings and incentives. Hotels can be exclusively booked for a group on request. For larger conventions, we combine a plenary in Lyon, Geneva or Annecy with mountain days.
When is the best time for a seminar in the mountains?
Winter, from mid-December to mid-April, and summer, from late June to September, are the main seasons. Many hotels close in May and November. Hotel availability and rates are tightest at Christmas, New Year and February.
Do participants need to ski?
No. We design winter programmes with alternatives such as snowshoeing, sleigh rides, spa sessions and mountain-restaurant lunches. Ski instructors and guides are arranged for those who ski.
How do you manage weather and safety at altitude?
We work with certified mountain guides and check forecasts and avalanche bulletins. Every outdoor activity has an indoor or lower-altitude alternative, and cable-car excursions depend on conditions. Participants receive clothing advice in advance.
Can we combine Megève with Lyon, Annecy or Switzerland?
Yes. Annecy is about an hour away, Geneva about 1 h 15, and Lyon 2 h 30 to 3 hours. We organise multi-site programmes with the appropriate transfers and, for Switzerland, remind guests of identity-document requirements.
