Thollon-Les-Mémises: Discover This Charming Ski Destination with the Best Value Properties in the Alps
Views from the pistes with Thollon village just below and Lake Geneva
Thollon-les-Mémises: Discover the Allure of This Charming Ski Destination
Exploring Thollon (check our properties) – The real estate professionals in Thollon have noticed a growing interest in the area, a trend echoed in SeLoger’s ranking of the most appealing ski resorts. But what’s fueling this enthusiasm? Primarily, it’s the affordable prices and breathtaking scenery.
Perched above Lake Geneva, Thollon-les-Mémises offers a cosy ski resort experience. Real estate experts identify the tourist appeal of Thollon-les-Mémises quite easily. The increasing number of vacationers looking for rentals or properties to buy here speaks volumes.
An “Exceptional” Setting
This appeal of captivating scenery is echoed in the words of recent buyers. Claire, who first saw Lake Geneva during a reportage in Montreux in the late 2000s, instantly knew this place would also enchant her husband, a mountain enthusiast. They soon bought an apartment at the Grand Roc, lured by the unique ski resort that almost touches the water (the best views of Lake Geneva in the Alps) and the high “quality of life” in the village, where the air and water remain “pristine.” Claire, based in Paris, finds herself increasingly drawn to Thollon.
Media Exposure as a New Attraction Other vacationers have discovered Thollon, the ‘balcony of Lake Geneva’, through media coverage. As Nathalie Dorey, a rental apartment manager, shares, some clients were inspired to visit after seeing features on France2 and a segment on TF1 television channels about Thollon, being Europe’s most affordable ski resort.
With its location in the Northern Alps, the resort is conveniently close to Eastern France and is a favourite among Northern Europeans, including the British. David Olsson, the director of Domosno.com, with over 15 years of experience in Thollon-les-Mémises, notes a majority of British clients appreciate the resort’s proximity and ease of access. The new Leman Express train also connects Thollon-les-Mémises to Geneva and its airport via neighbouring Evian.
Attractive Pricing The unique landscape and moderate prices of Thollon-les-Mémises make it an appealing choice compared to other Haute-Savoie resorts. The average resale price per square meter at our local partner agency is around 3,700 euros, with David Olsson citing a range of 2,500 to 4,500 euros. The newly built Mélèzes residence apartments are selling at about 4,300 euros per square meter (though nearly sold out). Prices vary, especially for properties with lake views.
According to 2022 SeLoger figures, the average price per square meter in Thollon-les-Mémises in 2023 is 3,000 euros for resale and around 4,000€ for new builds, significantly lower than the 5,527 euros average (combining apartments and chalets) in Northern Alps resorts with many of the French resorts above 7,000€/sqm.
Thollon-les-Mémises has emerged as the top ski resort in terms of real estate interest on SeLoger, as revealed by the website 2021 rankings (Seloger is the most popular property website in France).
The ski area
Outshining Megève and Chamonix in Popularity
With 650,000 searches, Thollon-les-Mémises (1st) significantly outpaces Megève-Praz-sur-Arly (2nd) and Chamonix-Mont-Blanc (3rd), which garnered 300,000 and 270,000 searches respectively in 2021. Following in the fourth and fifth spots are Flaine-Les Carroz d’Arâches and Contamines-Montjoie-Saint-Gervais.
Moderate Pricing Per Square Meter
Described by SeLoger as a “charming Haute-Savoie village offering breathtaking views of Lake Geneva, the Jura, and the Swiss Alps,” Thollon-les-Mémises offers much more affordable pricing compared to its more upscale counterparts in the ranking. The average price per square meter stands at 3,000 euros (according to SeLoger – MeilleursAgents / Ministry of Environment data). In contrast, Megève nears 12,000 euros per square meter.
