Megeve is situated at the heart of the French Alps. It is a beautiful village that can be found just off the main A40 motorway that heads out from Geneva to St Gervais-les-Bains. Megeve offers world class skiing facilities on the mountain slopes to either side of the settlement, and is also only a short distance away from the world-class skiing resort of Chamonix, which sits in the shadow of Mont Blanc. If you're looking for French property in a popular ski area that is rich in history and tradition, Megeve should be at the top of your shortlist.
The snow in Megeve generally lasts from mid December to early May, during which time the village is buzzing with winter sports enthusiasts. There are over 75kms of cross-country skiing course in Megeve as well as excellent facilities for alpine skiing, snowshoeing and ice sports. Regular sleigh rides are available around parts of the town too, the sleighs being pulled by horses from the 80 or so farms in the local area. The winter season sees many visitors descend on Megeve to enjoy the snow, but when May arrives and the snowline recedes up the mountain, Megeve is transformed into a grassy Alpine wonderland that is popular with hikers and rock climbers.
Megeve property prices reflect the popularity of the village. A 1980s built two-bed wooden chalet-style Megeve property in the heart of the village will cost in the region of 850,000 euros. There are also opportunities to buy new French property on the government leaseback scheme in Megeve. Additionally, all Megeve property has good rental potential. A 2-bed villa in France in Megeve could be rented out for an average 650 euros per week, possibly for close on 52-weeks of the year.
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