Moving to the French Alps and Lyon
A dynamic, gastronomic city, some of the world's most prestigious resorts and Geneva within reach: the Alps and Lyon offer a rare balance between career and nature.
Lyon
France's second economic centre, Lyon is around two hours from Paris by high-speed train. Families appreciate the Presqu'île, the 6th arrondissement and the Monts d'Or for their calm. The city has a state international school and bilingual schools.
Megève
A charming village, exceptional chalets, skiing in winter and golf in summer. Megève is lived in all year round as well as a second home.
Chamonix
At the foot of Mont Blanc, Chamonix attracts mountain lovers from all over the world. Geneva airport is around an hour away.
Living near Geneva
Many families work in Geneva and live on the French side. International schools in the Geneva area are then an option. Cross-border work and tax rules are worth looking into early.
Good to know
In ski resorts, year-round rentals are limited and seasonality is strong: start your search early. When buying a chalet, the notary and local planning rules matter a great deal.