{"id":554722,"date":"2025-10-21T15:29:16","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T13:29:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/entre-terroir-et-decouverte-samoens-accueille-les-seniors-en-quete-devasion\/"},"modified":"2025-10-21T15:30:01","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T13:30:01","slug":"between-terroir-and-discovery-samoens-welcomes-the-contemplative-in-search-of-escape","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/en\/between-terroir-and-discovery-samoens-welcomes-the-contemplative-in-search-of-escape\/","title":{"rendered":"Between terroir and discovery, Samo\u00ebns welcomes the contemplative in search of escape"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"chapeau\">The historic village of Samo\u00ebns, its neighbouring hamlets and its wide, flat valley are the ideal place to spend a few days away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Between the cultural activities and the sports activities that are as relaxing as they are accessible for seniors, enjoy a successful authentic stay away from the everyday.<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>The authentic village of Samo\u00ebns and its historical treasures<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Guided tours of the old town<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]In the heart of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=416404&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samo\u00ebns<\/a>, the historic centre shares its heritage and its almost thousand-year-old reputation with you during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3377&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">guided tours<\/a> given by our heritage guides. Between the church square, the big lime tree and the market hall, the old town and the current town centre are one of the riches of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=2964&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Samo\u00ebns&#8217; heritage<\/a> to discover. They are the witnesses of a past rich in history and anecdotes, between the Frahans (name given to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3091&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">stone cutters<\/a>), from the region and its 8 old limestone quarries, who impregnated the village with their punch, and the old farms, witnesses of the peasant activity of past centuries. The guided heritage tours are an opportunity to discover the old village, a real open book.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]Contact and booking <strong>Samo\u00ebns Tourist Office<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>+ 33 (0)4 50 34 40 28 &#8211; infos@samoens.com<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Visits every Tuesday morning at 10am in season. On request out of season (minimum 5 people).[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_zigzag][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Visits to the farm<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The farms of Septimont welcome you throughout the year to help you discover the heritage of the Giffre valley. The producers of cow or goat cheese open their doors to you and show you around their farms on guided tours. Lovers of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3157&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">local products<\/a> will find all the authenticity of the valley and its local products for the greatest pleasure of the taste buds. The visits to the farm, accessible by car, are an opportunity to discover the tommes, tommettes, croestins and mountain cheeses of our local producers and to enjoy a well-deserved break after a walk in the surroundings.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/visite-a-la-ferme-ferme-gaec-le-criou\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Farm le Gaec le Criou<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Family farm, production and sale of fresh farmhouse cheeses made from the milk of our cows.<\/p>\n<p>Open every day from 5.45pm to 7pm. Closed on Sundays.<\/p>\n<p>Possibility of attending the milking of the cows according to the availability of the owners.<\/p>\n<p>95 Chemin du Br\u00e9 &#8211; Chez Renand<\/p>\n<p>Tel : +33 (0)6 08 47 92 38<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/visite-a-la-ferme-ferme-des-cimes\/\">Cimes farm<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Family farm, production and sale.<\/p>\n<p>Open every day.<\/p>\n<p>Visits to the farm by reservation<\/p>\n<p>1431, Route de Col du Joux Plane La Combe Emeru<\/p>\n<p>Tel : +33 (0)6 79 88 07 21<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/visite-a-la-ferme-vaches-herens-croes-canailles\/\">Cro\u00ebs Canailles Farm<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Family farm, production and sale.<\/p>\n<p>Every Tuesday and Friday from 10am to 11am during the winter season only<\/p>\n<p>Visits to the farm on reservation<\/p>\n<p>976, Route de la Turche de Vercland<\/p>\n<p>06 62 48 81 67[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;474204&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;280&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;473078&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;230&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;474192&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;280&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_zigzag][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>The chapels of Samo\u00ebns and its hamlets<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]Discovering the old <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3063&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">chapels of Samo\u00ebns<\/a> is like going back in time and travelling through centuries of Alpine history and local know-how. The chapels are one of the many traces of the religious heritage that is very present in the region. In spite of the magnificence of these places, the history of the chapels of Samo\u00ebns has not been easy, like that of B\u00e9rouze, the oldest, built in 1468 on the Col de Couz and destroyed and rebuilt many times. The circuit of the 9 chapels, through all <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3073&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">the hamlets<\/a>, allows you to glimpse many other cultural and religious buildings which adorn the Haut-Savoyard landscape of the region. The Ja\u00ffsinia chapel, located in the garden of the same name, will allow you to discover the garden initiated by Marie-Louise Cognacq Ja\u00ff.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Infos :<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Download the flyer: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/Itin%C3%A9raire-des-chapelles.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Route of the chapels<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;25px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;1244&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;340&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Relaxing in Samo\u00ebns, sporty and relaxing well-being activities<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Accessible hikes in the valley[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Although the Giffre valley and its surrounding mountains are full of demanding <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=535907&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hikes<\/a>, there are also more accessible routes that will give you a change of scene. To help you discover the region and its relaxing spots, we have selected a few one to two hour hikes without too much of a difference in altitude to enjoy the joys of the mountains.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Le B\u00e9rouze &#8211; Verchaix &#8211; Morillon<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The circuit &#8220;Le B\u00e9rouze &#8211; Verchaix &#8211; Morillon&#8221; is an itinerary that can be practiced all year round, starting from the place du B\u00e9rouze (west entrance of the village), in the heart of Samo\u00ebns. It takes you to the village of Verchaix before returning to Samo\u00ebns. It lasts 3 hours and 30 minutes, but is still accessible to all as it only follows roads and good paths. On the way, you will discover a succession of panoramas on the valley.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valleeduhautgiffre.fr\/randonn%C3%A9e\/randos-faciles\/le-b%C3%A9rouze-verchaix-morillon\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Details of the route<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Hiking time: 3h30<\/p>\n<p>Difference in height: 110 metres<\/p>\n<p>Nature of the paths : Roads and good paths[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;202&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;500&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4><strong>The Rutines mountain pasture<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>This loop of about 1h15 allows you to discover the Rutines mountain pasture by walking along paths and small roads in front of a grandiose landscape. Starting from La Rosi\u00e8re, the itinerary has a difference in altitude of 206 metres, in the heart of the alpine pasture opening onto the Mont-Blanc chain and the imposing alpine chalet of Les Rutines.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Details of the itinerary<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Hiking time: 1h15 minutes<\/p>\n<p>Difference in height : 206 meters<\/p>\n<p>Nature of the paths : Paths and small roads (sometimes muddy)[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;239&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;350&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4><strong>The villages of Vallon and the Giffre dykes<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The village of Vallon is a great place to walk, beautiful and particularly well maintained by its inhabitants, the Cavo\u00earus, it is divided into two parts, Vallon d&#8217;en Bas and Vallon d&#8217;en Haut. The route is on roads and paths.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valleeduhautgiffre.fr\/randonn%C3%A9e\/randos-faciles\/vallon-et-digues-du-giffre\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Details of the route<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Walking time: 1h30<\/p>\n<p>Difference in height: 17 metres<\/p>\n<p>Nature of the paths : Roads and paths[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_empty_space height=&#8221;30px&#8221;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;65165&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;360&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_zigzag][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Snowshoe outings from the first snow<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]Put on your snowshoes and enjoy the first snowfall in the valley in front of a breathtaking panorama of the snowy mountains of the Giffre Mountains. Without too much technique or equipment needed (a pair of snowshoes, good shoes and a good coat are enough), <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=2713&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">snowshoeing<\/a> allows you to walk everywhere despite the snowfall. For a beautiful and rejuvenating walk, we advise you to follow the more than 100 kilometres of trails on 17 marked and secure routes.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Info :<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3099&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Snowshoe hire<\/a> available in the village<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.valleeduhautgiffre.fr\/domaine-nordique\/raquette-pi%C3%A9tons-luges\/promenades-hivernales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Details of routes<\/a> for all levels[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;507279&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;340&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_zigzag][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><b>Lakes area<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]Come and relax on the edge of the Lacs aux Dames in front of the majestic and restful landscape of the Giffre valley. Away from the noise and cars of the city, this large space of relaxation and leisure offers you an enchanted interlude close to the village of Samo\u00ebns. With a large car park, it is easy to access, including for people with reduced mobility. What to enjoy a beautiful sunny day.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>More information :<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Open all year round<\/p>\n<p>Free entrance[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;237&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;300&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_zigzag][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Relaxation in expert hands<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]Amongst all the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=421319&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">wellness activities<\/a>, the institutes of Samo\u00ebns welcome you to experience a real moment of well-being and relaxation in expert hands. The numerous <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=2934&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">institutes<\/a> offer all kinds of massages (Indian, Hawaiian, Californian\/Swedish, Ayurvedic, Thai, etc.) to suit all needs and desires. You can also discover the warmth of the bubbling baths, hammams, saunas, or Nordic baths to prolong this moment of disconnection.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Info :<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Spas and massages in the <strong>centre of Samo\u00ebns<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Prices and booking according to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=2934&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">spas<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3140&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">institutes<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;543556&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;330&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_zigzag][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Wellness walks in Samo\u00ebns<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]Since the mountains are synonymous with relaxation, Samo\u00ebns offers you the opportunity to discover new activities that are both relaxing and accessible. Take advantage of a moment just for you, favouring relaxation and well-being, by practising the Afghan walk or the Nordic walk. Promoting cardiovascular activity, these activities can be practised on all terrains and all year round, even when the first snowflakes have fallen, to offer you a moment of relaxation in harmony with nature.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Info :<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3213&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Well-being walks<\/a> offered by the guides&#8217; office<\/p>\n<p>Tel: +33 (0)4 50 34 43 12[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;479404&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;330&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_zigzag][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3>Yoga in the heart of the mountains<\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]Yoga enthusiasts will love Samo\u00ebns! In winter as well as in summer, the professionals of the resort offer you this relaxing and accessible activity. Although the formula differs, the aim remains the same: to combine an inspiring setting with the benefits of this gentle and relaxing activity. Between yoga hikes, Hatha yoga, or yoga, you are sure to find something to recharge your batteries according to your desires. Pure well-being in a magnificent setting!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Info :<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.samoens.com\/wp-admin\/post.php?post=3582&amp;action=edit&amp;lang=en&amp;admin_bar=1\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Various guides<\/a> offer yoga according to your desires[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_single_image image=&#8221;478660&#8243; img_size=&#8221;300&#215;330&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_separator][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h2>Find us and contact us easily!<\/h2>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_single_image image=&#8221;426832&#8243; img_size=&#8221;2000&#215;1000&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;2\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Samo\u00ebns Tourist Office<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>66, place de l&#8217;Office de Tourisme &#8211; 74340 SAMO\u00cbNS<\/p>\n<p>Tel : + 33 (0)4 50 34 40 28<\/p>\n<p>Mail : <a href=\"mailto:infos@samoens.com\">infos@samoens.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Lieu de d\u00e9tente et de repos par excellence, le village historique de Samo\u00ebns, ses hameaux avoisinants et sa large vall\u00e9e \u00e0 fond plat sont l\u2019endroit id\u00e9al pour passer quelques jours loin des tumultes de la ville et de sa foule. Entre activit\u00e9s culturelles et activit\u00e9s sportives, le public s\u00e9nior est accueilli chaleureusement pour profiter d\u2019un s\u00e9jour authentique r\u00e9ussi hors du quotidien.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":543571,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[5585,290,5221,324],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-554722","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-decouverte-de-samoens-lhiver-en","category-heritage","category-le-bien-vivre-en","category-the-good-live"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Between terroir and discovery, Samo\u00ebns welcomes the contemplative in search of escape<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Richesses historiques, art de vivre et tradition, le village de 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