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Ski touring: the call of the mountains
Leave the ski lifts behind, find your own rhythm, and discover the mountains from a new perspective.
In the heart of the Mont-Blanc massif, the landscapes of Saint-Gervais and Megève invite you to explore the mountains beyond the traditional slopes. Between snow-covered forests, alpine panoramas, and the joy of the climb, ski touring offers a unique experience where every ascent is a full part of the adventure.
At Mont d'Arbois, the Refuge Chez la Tante extends this discovery in a warm atmosphere, perfect for a gourmet break or a stay at altitude.
Ski touring: another way to experience winter
Unlike alpine skiing, ski touring places as much importance on the ascent as it does on the descent.
Equipped with climbing skins, participants progress at their own pace, enjoying the quiet of the landscape and a more contemplative approach to the mountains.
It is also an activity that requires good preparation, appropriate equipment, and knowledge of snow conditions and the terrain.
Whether you are looking to discover the sport or head out for a more athletic outing, the pleasure lies in the sensation of progress and the discovery of winter landscapes.
Saint-Gervais and Megève: a prime setting for ski touring enthusiasts
Between the surrounding massifs and the landscapes of Mont d'Arbois, the Saint-Gervais – Megève area offers numerous opportunities to discover the mountains in winter.
Depending on snow conditions, local regulations, and the participants' skill levels, various outings can be planned, especially with a qualified professional.
Ski touring allows you to discover varied landscapes, from wooded areas to more open panoramas of the peaks.
Before every outing, it is essential to check weather conditions, avalanche risks, and authorized routes. Outside of secured areas, being accompanied by a guide or a competent professional is highly recommended.
After the effort, a break at the Refuge Chez la Tante
After a day in the mountains, the pleasure continues around the table.
Located at an altitude of 1,850 meters in the heart of the Saint-Gervais – Megève ski area, the Refuge Chez la Tante welcomes mountain lovers in a friendly atmosphere.
At the Chez la Tante restaurant, the generous, seasonal cuisine is an invitation to recharge and share memories of the day.
For those staying on-site, the experience continues with the comfort of the hotel's rooms and wellness areas, including an indoor pool, sauna, and steam room.
A wonderful way to combine athletic activity with the art of living at altitude.
An experience to share, with respect for the mountains
Ski touring can also be a social activity, enjoyed with friends or as part of a guided group outing.
Beyond the physical challenge, it offers the chance to explore the natural environment, share a collective effort, and experience a different side of the Alps.
For a first-time experience, choosing a suitable route and being accompanied by a qualified professional ensures you get started under the best possible conditions.
The mountains remain a demanding environment: every outing must be planned with careful consideration of the weather, the terrain, the participants' skill levels, and safety guidelines.
Extend your experience at Refuge Chez la Tante
Whether you are a ski touring enthusiast or simply looking for a getaway close to the mountains, Refuge Chez la Tante welcomes you to the heart of Mont d'Arbois.
After a day in the fresh air, rediscover the pleasure of a high-altitude lunch, a moment of relaxation, or a night in the intimate atmosphere of the Refuge.
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This winter, discover the Refuge under the snow
Wake up to snow-capped peaks, enjoy the first runs of the day, have lunch with a view, and head back to the Refuge to unwind in the spa… Here, your days begin and end at high altitude. Located directly on the Saint-Gervais-les-Bains ski slopes, Refuge Chez La Tante is the perfect base for ski-in/ski-out mountain adventures, offering a cozy, welcoming retreat once the slopes close for the day. Opening December 18. Reservations are now open.
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High-altitude spa: the Susanne Kaufmann experience
Between Susanne Kaufmann treatments, a heated indoor pool, a sauna, and a steam room, discover a new way to take care of yourself. At Le Refuge Chez la Tante, well-being is experienced at the pace of the mountains, in an intimate and soothing atmosphere.
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Skiing in the Saint-Gervais Megève ski area
Connected to the Évasion Mont-Blanc ski area, the Saint-Gervais Megève resort offers over 400 km of slopes for all skill levels. Here, skiing takes you through pine forests, alpine meadows, and spectacular views of Mont Blanc. You can glide from the morning sun until the final light of the evening, enjoying reliable snow cover and perfectly groomed runs. From the Refuge, access is direct: strap on your skis, head out to explore the slopes, and then return to the warmth of the Chez la Tante restaurant for a lunch by the fire in a friendly, alpine atmosphere.
Destination Saint-Gervais
Between nature and well-being, Saint-Gervais captivates with its authenticity. As a historic spa town, it offers a soothing setting facing Mont Blanc. Its picturesque village, galleries, thermal baths, and forests make it a prime destination for rejuvenation. Saint-Gervais provides direct access to the Refuge du Mont d’Arbois via a gondola that rises gently above the snow-covered pines. Up there, the landscape opens onto ridges and slopes, and the spirit of the Refuge truly comes to life: calm, vast horizons, and shared moments. An ideal stopover to discover a mountain experience that is both sincere and vibrant.
The chic hideaway experience
Light wood, wool, felt and antique objects make up a cozy decor where everything invites you to let go. The Refuge Chez la Tante is not a hotel: it is a separate place to live, a confidential refuge that combines authenticity and alpine elegance. Discreet spa, indoor pool, bowling, panoramic bar... everything is there, without ostentation. We come here to breathe, to find each other, to slow down. And leave with this precious impression of having touched, for a moment, the essentials.
A table at the top
The high-altitude restaurant Chez la Tante celebrates contemporary mountain cuisine, centered on the embers and the sincerity of the product. At noon, skiers linger there, attracted by the scents of wood fire; in the evening, only the guests of the Refuge share this privileged moment, in the newfound calm of the peaks. White tablecloths, attentive service, view of the Aravis mountains: here, each meal becomes an experience, between generosity and accuracy.
The art of cutting yourself off from the world
At an altitude of 1,800 meters, Le Refuge Chez la Tante cultivates the rare art of disconnection. Accessible only by cable car, this alpine cocoon is revealed as a timeless break. Here, the mountain invites itself into every window, silence replaces the noise of the world, and we find a taste for simple things. An address for initiates, designed for those who love the mountains in their purest version, between discreet elegance, wood fire and an endless horizon.