Samoëns A pretty, undiscovered rural valley village, set amid forest with easy access to the extensive alpine region of the Grand Massif. Samoëns is the only winter and summer sports resort in France to be listed as an 'Historic Monument'. Once a thriving stone-cutting centre, it still retains an ancient church, medieval fountains and a variety of old rustic buildings. |
Les Carroz d'Araches Perched on a plateau at 1140m overlooking the Cluse de l'Arve, Les Carroz d'Arâches is a traditional alpine village in the heart of the Grand Massif area. Close to the village there is a clear view of the mountains of La Croix de Fer and Les Grandes Platières, with the narrow valley below. |
Morillon Set in the beautiful Giffre Valley, Morillon is a traditional village with a 16th century church, and has a very friendly atmosphere. The tourist office is very active and organises lots to keep visitors entertained with wine tastings, concerts, shows, and competitions. |
Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval Situated at the confluence of the Giffre Haut and Giffre Bas, Sixt nestles round its former abbey, founded in 1144 by one of the lords of the Faucigny region. Set in an area of outstanding natural beauty with the magnificent 'Cirque du Fer à Cheval' and its wonderful waterfalls and natural reserve, Sixt is still largely unknown outside France. |
Les Gets Les Gets is a century old farming village, which has evolved into a pretty village whilst keeping its warm and friendly charm. The resort has always been popular with French families and holds the 'Famille Plus' label for its child friendliness. |
Chatel Situated at the end of the picturesque and rural Abondance valley and set between Lake Geneva and the Mont-Blanc, Chatel is just a stone's throw from the Swiss border. Not surprisingly it is the most Swiss-like of all the French resorts and is an authentic mountain village, whose combination of tradition and modernism welcomes you in an exceptional setting. |
Morzine One of the best loved resorts in the Alps, Morzine scores on many points. It is a charming, traditional village that is a world away from the hustle and bustle of modern life and yet it's one of the closest resorts to the Channel and only an hour from Geneva. |