Corporate event in the mountains: how to choose the best time of year?

Would you like to organize a professional retreat for your team in the coming months, but aren’t sure when would be the best time to do so? Discover our expert advice on choosing the perfect moment of the year to plan your corporate event in the mountains. From seasonality insights to the most suitable destinations and activity options (team building, meetings, skiing, and more), the Alps offer countless opportunities—always with a host of benefits!

As children head back to school, September and October naturally stand out as ideal months for a professional retreat.

Whether you’re planning a corporate event with one or several meetings, or opting for a team-building event centered on collective activities, the goal is usually the same: to remotivate and refocus teams for the final three to four months of the year, in a friendly and collaborative atmosphere.

For companies whose fiscal year ends in November, holding a corporate event at the beginning of September can be a great way to energize employees to reach those final achievable goals. In any case, it’s always rewarding to end the year on a high note—whether in terms of targets met, revenue generated, projects completed, or satisfied clients. And to make that happen, nothing works better than bringing colleagues together for a day or a short stay away from the office, where they can connect, share, engage, clear their minds, spark new ideas, and recharge their batteries before diving into the last stretch of the year.

What’s more, September and October often bring pleasant weather, with plenty of sunny days and mild temperatures—perfect conditions for outdoor team-building activities such as our Mission Ascension, our Olympiads, or our digital treasure hunts, available in Annecy and Chamonix.

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December is typically dedicated to company parties. As the holiday season approaches, many leaders choose to bring their teams together—and sometimes even spouses and children—for a warm and festive moment that echoes the spirit of Christmas: sharing, conviviality, the joy of being together, strengthening bonds, and recognizing the work accomplished. All of these benefits can be found in a delightful dinner, an afternoon Christmas celebration, or a festive evening event.

January, on the other hand, often symbolizes a fresh start—a clean slate, a new beginning, and an opportunity to set new goals and projects for the company. And what better way to present these updates to your team than by gathering them for one or several days of presentations, meetings, and discussions, complemented by team-building activities to relax, connect, and create memorable shared experiences?

Winter corporate events in the mountains can easily extend well into March, with snow conditions often remaining excellent for team-building events on the slopes in renowned Alpine resorts such as Morzine & Les Gets, Crans-Montana, Méribel, or Megève.

Looking to plan a winter corporate event in the Alps? The 1786 team is here to support you every step of the way—from arranging transfers and booking accommodations to organizing team-building activities and meeting schedules. Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us!

June and early July are the perfect times to treat your employees to a moment of relaxation before the summer holidays.

As summer arrives, marking the middle of the year—or even the end of the fiscal year for some companies—it’s often the right moment to take stock: How did the first two quarters go? Have the objectives been met? What direction should be taken for the rest of the year? Was the overall performance in line with expectations? A team event, lasting one or several days, offers the ideal setting to reflect on these questions before everyone heads off on vacation.

Whether you’d like to reach new heights in the mountains or enjoy the refreshing atmosphere of a lakeside escape, the Alps and the Rhône-Alpes region provide countless opportunities for professional gatherings in spring and summer—from destinations and accommodations to activities tailored to your goals.

For a corporate event in the mountains, choose from a wide range of prestigious resorts such as Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Megève, Val d’Isère, Courchevel & Méribel, Morzine & Les Gets, La Clusaz, or even Crans-Montana in Switzerland. All of these destinations offer excellent accessibility—by car, bus, or public transport—along with dreamlike settings to recharge, extensive accommodation options for both small and large groups, a wealth of restaurants and venues for meetings or receptions, and a wide variety of team-building or incentive activities.

Prefer a lakeside destination to embrace the first days of summer? With 1786, plan your event in Aix-les-Bains, Annecy, Montreux, or Geneva, and enjoy an inspiring environment that encourages relaxation, fresh ideas, and renewed motivation. We’ll handle your corporate retreat along the shores of Lake Bourget, Lake Geneva, or Lake Annecy, adapting to your needs and budget.

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Do you have questions about the best time to schedule your event? Would you like a personalized quote for your next corporate event or team-building experience in the Alps? Our team is here to help! Discover all the services offered by Agence 1786, your specialist of the Alps.