Montgenèvre: smiles on every face

Between France and Italy, larch forests, alpine lakes, and two wheels on the trails: in Montgenèvre, summer is lived in full scale… and simple pleasure.

Kayak sur le lac de Montgenèvre en été

Montgenèvre: the essentials

Nature, fun, family: the essence of a summer gathered in the mountains.

Altitude max
2 450 m

Domaine 
Via Lattea (Voie Lactée)

Activities
Mountain biking, bike park, hiking, summer toboggan, treetop adventure course, 18-hole golf, rafting, paragliding, orienteering courses, etc.

Montgenèvre: summer in the great outdoors & authenticity

 

When the snow gives way to green meadows and larch trees, Montgenèvre refreshes its scenery without losing its mountain spirit. The air is pure, the views wide, and smiles come easily. Summer here is the feeling of mountain bike wheels on the trails, the silence of alpine hikes, the freshness of a mountain stream, the simple pleasure of a coffee on a terrace.

For two-wheel enthusiasts, Montgenèvre’s bike park is a true playground: it offers 8 marked trails (green, blue, red, black) with technical sections, banked turns, and wooden features. It is accessible via two ski lifts open in summer (Chalmettes and Gondrans areas). And from the top, the view over the Franco-Italian peaks is an added bonus.

For families, there’s no shortage of activities. Discover the “Monty Express” summer toboggan (1,400 m descent through the forest). You’ll also find treetop adventure courses, forest play areas, the lakes of the Clarée valley, and even Tibetan bridges on the Italian side… everything is designed for both young and old.

The village atmosphere remains true to its roots: wooden and stone chalets, welcoming streets, and a charming Franco-Italian blend. Heritage is everywhere: churches, chapels, and the Napoleon obelisk. Here, you leave the crowds behind to reconnect with fresh air, real mountains, and simplicity. Montgenèvre in summer is all about genuine pleasure and shared moments, in the heart of nature.

Lac de montagne près de Montgenèvre

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