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In the heart of the Montagnes du Giffre, discover the most beautiful routes on foot or mountain bike starting from Samoëns thanks to the many itineraries accessible to all.
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Download a GPX track and print a PDF of your route by accessing the route description.
For even more hiking itineraries, click here. For VTTAE routes in the Montagnes du Giffre, click here.
NEW: a selection of 14 “turnkey” hikes to complement the summer shuttle service. An original way of combining the shuttle service with walking – or the other way round – to create some lovely loops in the valley! Discover the “Rando’ Bus” guide and the shuttle timetable.
On the Grand Massif side, discover the downhill mountain bike trails by clicking here.
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Itinerary under the emblematic Samoëns mountain, overlooking the village.
To discover: Chalet du Trot
Are we going to climb part of the Tour des Dents Blanches?
Use the destination's mobility network to hike for longer, without having to make the round trip.
This hike takes you to the summit of the Criou, the symbolic mountain towering over the town of Samoëns. There is a breathtaking panoramic view from the summit over the Giffre Valley, Mont Buet, Rousse des Chambres and Les Dents Blanches.
Time taken: 5 hours
Starting altitude: 717 m
Finishing altitude: 2,207 m
Particular difficulties: none up to the chalets at Le Criou. The ridge at the top of Aouille du Criou overlooks the very sharp drop of the north face of the Criou.
Itinerary for guidance only.
This hike is on the famous "Grande Traversée des Alpes". It permises to discover different landscapes, enjoy breathtaking views.
On the GR®5 route, the mythical "Grande Traversée des Alpes" invites you to hike on the alpine part of one of the most fabulous hiking trails in the world!
Start walking on the shores of Lake Leman and finish 620 km further (3 to 4 weeks walk) on the beaches of the Mediterranean Sea ... There is no doubt that the Grande Traversée des Alpes is An unforgettable hike !
Itinerary for guidance only.
Unusual and enchanting, the Noctambule 10 km takes you out under the stars for a night-time mountain bike ride along the banks of the Giffre and into the heart of the Base de loisirs des Lacs aux Dames in Samoëns for a fun and friendly experience.
This year's dress code is Superhero, so get ready to win the best-dressed contest!
OPEN TO VTT & VTTAE
EASY ROUTE
Unusual and exciting, the Noctambule 16 km takes you out under the stars for a brand-new night-time mountain bike trail between the Base de loisirs des Lacs aux Dames and the hamlet of Les Allamands in Samoëns.
Expect multiple technical options for a good dose of fun, and to exclaim your delight on the final descent down an incredible single-track trail...
This year's dress code is Superhero, so go wild and win the best-dressed competition!
OPEN TO VTT & VTTAE
DIFFICULT ITINERARY
