Samoëns - a place to fall in Love with...
There's a real jewel hidden in the heart of the Haut-Giffre Valley protected by the majestic Criou mountain and just a short step away from the glacial cirque of Fer à Cheval, the final bastion of the limestone Alps. It is the listed Haut-Savoyard village of Samoëns. Only an hour away from Geneva, it is the embodiment of the authentic mountain village.
Samoëns, the only winter sports resort in the land of the stone cutters, has always proudly resisted major tourist developments and has lovingly protected the qualities which has led to its acclaim.
The Samoëns region is distinguishable above all by its infinitely rich heritage and the village itself, nestling at an altitude of 720 metres, remains a working village all year round.
Besides recharging one's batteries and enjoying a change of scenery, holidaymakers come here for a great number of activities which include on-piste sports, visiting the remarkable nearby sites or those in the very heart of the village.
Although Samoëns may indeed be the ideal place for those who love a cosy atmosphere and gentle mountain pleasures, it is also a very active resort. Set in the heart of the Grand Massif ski area which includes Morillon, Sixt Fer à Cheval, Les Carroz and Flaine, there are 265 km of pistes from 720 m to 2 500 m, covering one of the most beautiful playgrounds in the Alps. Besides the sublime landscapes which stretch as far as the eye can see, the region also enjoys a good snow record throughout the season thanks to its geographical position. Accessible to beginners and experts alike, the ski area has no need to fear competition from the big resorts.
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