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Samoens, Grand Massif
Village Height 720/1600m  
 
Activities
Mountaineering, Via Ferrata
Mountain bike trails, Climbing
Paragliding, Caving. Rafting
Cano-rafting, Airboat, Canyon descents, White water swimming. Marked mountain trails, Solo walks
Guided walks, Walking with pack donkeys. Golf
 
Driving distance from Calais to Samoens 540 miles or 7hrs35

Resort Info

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.

 

The Great Lime Tree - this impressive tree is also extraordinarily old. It was planted in 1438 to celebrate a judgement decreed by Duke Amédée of Savoie the 5th, so to Samoens residents it is a familiar character in the square. Samoëns’ main square is indeed named the “Great Lime Tree Square” as homage to this magnificent historical tree.

 

Guided tours are given of the old Samoens village (unfortunately only in French, except for groups). Despite recent growth on the outskirts of Samoens, the many excellent traditional-style bars and restaurants still give a feel for the 'real' rural France. Wednesday is market day in Samoens church square.

 

There are many activities available in Samoëns and the surrounding areas with the rivers Giffre, Dranse, and Arve for fun in the water, and 4 ski lifts easing access to the highest points. The 18 hole Golf courses at Les Carroz and Les Gets boasts fantastic views, and uncrowded fairways. Other golfing challenges in the area include an 18 hole course at Les Gets, a 9 hole course at Avoriaz, and a practice range at Samoëns with a driving range over water and a putting green.

The Giffre and nearby Fer à Cheval provide the backdrop for endless itineraries that can be enjoyed by walkers, hikers and mountain bikers. Most activities can be enjoyed by adults and children alike, and both will enjoy the Indiana Adventure Park.

 

Slightly further down the Giffre Valley from Morillon (4 minutes) and just before Sixt, Samoens is only a 20 minute drive from the motorway exit near the TGV train station of Cluses and only 55km from Geneva.

 

Places of interest in Samoens

·          The Dairy, Frutiere de Samoëns: Visit the gallery and see cheese manufacture, the maturing cellar, drying room, film projection, and sale of local products.

·          La Jaysinia Botanic Garden: Alpine garden created in 1906 by Marie-Louise Cognacq-Jay, on 3.5 acres of land. Houses more than 8000 varieties of Alpine flora from around the world, together with waterfalls, castle ruins from the Xll century, and a chapel from the XVlll century.

·          Clos Parchet Living museum: Visit this old farm and discover the history of the families from Samoëns.

 

Interested in buying an apartment in Samoens? See our Buying in the Alps section 

 

See here for Samoens virtual tour 

 


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  • Apres Ski/Eating
  • Access
  • Resort News
  • Other Amenities
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Opening Dates

Samoens is an all year round resort however general opening of the resort for the summer season is mid June to end of August.

 

Activities

 

900 kms of marked walking tracks across the Grand-Massif

 

Special Interest Walks

The Grand Massif is a paradise for walkers. Between altitudes of 700 m and 3,100 m, there is something for everybody – walks on the banks of the Haut Giffre, half-day walks that allow you to meet local people and get a glimpse of their lifestyles and traditions, nature rambles to see the flora and fauna and lessons for beginners in the traditional use of plants (for edible purposes and minor ailments).

NUNAYAK

Guided outings from 19 - 27 € / adult and 15 - 23 € / child

www.nunayak.com

+33 (0)4 50 93 86 74

+33 (0)6 75 72 84 21

 

Glacier Trekking

Trekking, 2 or more days. Walks for experienced hikers with nights in mountain huts.

(Bureau des Guides +33 (0)4 50 34 43 12 www.guidesmontagnes.com info@guidesmontagnes.com).

 

Mountain Huts

After a few hours’ walking, you’ll find huts set deep in the mountains. These are wonderful areas to see, whether you’re undertaking a one-day walk with your family, an alpine hike over several days or a circular walk. You’ll feel in a totally different world. Share some unforgettable, simple moments while you enjoy a convivial meal and let yourself float away into the land of dreams among the peace and tranquillity of the alpine pastures.

MORILLON

• L’IGLOO - 20 places - Tel. +33 (0)4 50 90 14 31

http://www.refuge-igloo.com/

SAMOËNS

• BOSTAN* - 70 places - Tel. hut and warden +33 (0)4 50 90 10 94

www.refugedebostan.com

• CHARDONNIÈRE - 20 places – Tel. +33 (0)4 50 90 11 40

Portable 06 81 35 67 34

graverruaz@orange.fr

• FOLLY* - 72 places - Tel. hut +33 (0)4 50 90 10 91

http://refuge-du-folly.9online.fr/

• GÎTE DU LAC DE GERS - 18 places - Tel. +33 (0)4 50 89 55 14

• LA GOLÈSE - 80 places - Tel. hut +33 (0)4 50 90 59 53

Warden + 33 (0)4 50 34 91 28 - www.refuge-golese.com

SIXT FER À CHEVAL

• REFUGE ALFRED WILLS - Anterne - 53 places

From June to September - Tel. +33 (0)6 70 63 12 45

http://www.refuge-wills.com/

• GRENAIRON - 91 places - Tel. +33 (0)4 50 34 47 31

www.grenairon.com

• LES FONTS - 37 places - Tel. +33 (0)4 50 34 12 41

http://www.lesfonts.com/

• SALES - 60 places - Tel. +33 (0)4 50 34 47 01

http://www.refugedesales.com/

• VOGEALLE - 40 places - Tel. +33 (0)4 50 58 29 45

Port. +33 (0)6 20 60 91 40 - dominique.rabot74@orange.fr

Half board ................ from 31 € / adult, 25 € / child

*Overnight CAF -FFM - Groups............ from 8,50 €

 

Mountaineering

The only massif of the French Pre-Alps with glaciers, the Massif of the Haut Giffre is unique. Suspended over the abysses of the Cirque du Fer à Cheval, the ice slopes lead to very isolated summits. The Grand Ruan (3,040 m) and the Tenneverge (2,989 m) are the highest points.

Guide de haute montagne: Christophe Rezette

www.guides-alpes.com

Cerezette@aol.com

0033 4 50 89 56 45

0033 6 17 60 69 09

 

Mountain Biking

Mountain biking in Samoens is geared to all levels of skill. It offers 600 km of mountain bike track across the Grand Massif. Col de Joux Plane, a mountain pass that has often been part of the Tour de France, is one of the most difficult in the Alps. As to the long, flat floor of the Giffre Valley, it has three easy trails from Taninges to Cirque du Fer à Cheval via Samoëns, ranging in distance from 24 to 47 km.

FFC (French Cycling Federation) classification means: quality of welcome, track marking, the number and diversity of itineraries, mountain biking maps and information, mountain bike services such as equipment hire, repairs and leaning facilities.

 

Once again, this summer the lifts are open to feed the downhill desire of mountain biking aficionados. Summer trails designed especially for mountain bikers are everywhere, and if you’d like help exploring the area, a day out with a qualified guide is just the ticket. For beginners and those looking to perfect their technique, mountain biking schools are now available in Samoëns. You can also try out the new “Beules” trial riding area, free of charge.

 

Mountain bike with a guide – ‘Anthonioz Ski’. For all levels of rider.

Adult from 24,20 to 50 € - child from 18,90 to 24,20 €. Special rates for groups.

 

Grand Massif mountain biking school

Mountain biking school
Grand Massif half day: 25€ Helmet and protective clothing included
k9 Ecole MCF
Tél: +33 (0)6 76 04 26 89 | +33 (0)4 50 89 82 30
loul74@hotmail.fr 

 

Enduro Series French Championship will attract mountain bikers from all over France for two days of racing on the challenging slopes of the Upper Giffre Valley - 22nd and 23rd June 2013.

 

Lift Opening in Grand Massif 2013

Grand Massif express in Samoens opens on the 10th July 2013 – 25th August 2013.

Walks in the mountains with the help of skilifts
(Télécabine du Grand Massif Express + Télésiège de Chariande Express): 10€ - 1 trip (single or return), adults, children: 6,50€ - 1 trip (return) for both lifts: 10€

  

Water sports in Samoens

The Giffre river flows around and through Samoëns, offering a range of rafting options. Descend the river on inflatable 8-place rafts with the family. Adventure seekers battle the rapids on canoe-rafts, which are unsinkable dual-place rafts for those 12 years and over. Those in search of a solo descent enjoy the independence of “airboating” in an inflatable singleplace canoe. Hydrospeed is a fantastic addition to the world of white water sports. You float down a river on your own with the help of a body board, in and amongst the rapids, so the feeling is totally different! For a fresh, adventure-filled outing, you can combine rock climbing, caving and hiking in one single sport - canyoning! With the help of an expert guide you’ll jump, slide, swim and abseil down a natural canyon, filled with waterfalls and fun. Have you always wanted to try waterskiing? On a private lake not far from the village, you can try slalom waterskiing amongst experts.

 

Canyoning  

This involves anything from an aquatic outing to the most daring options, including jumps, watershoots and rope descents.

Adult from 42 to 68 € Child from 36 to 65 €. Special rates for groups.

(Bureau des Guides +33 (0)4 50 34 43 12 www.guidesmontagnes.com )

 

Swimming in rapids - Hydrospeed

Navigate the river, equipped with a float, flippers and a reinforced wet suit.

Adult from 34 to 44 € Child from 28 to 39 €. Special rates for groups.
(Ecolorado – 0033 450 34 54 26 www.ecolorado-rafting.com, ecolorado.rafting@wanadoo.fr).

 

Canoraft

In groups of 8 people per instructors the trip on the Giffre with the cross of the gorges in inflatable canoes. 

Adult. from 34 to 40 € Child from 28 to 34 €. Special rates for groups.
(Ecolorado – 0033 450 34 54 26 www.ecolorado-rafting.com, ecolorado.rafting@wanadoo.fr).

 

Rafting

This 8-place inflatable craft gets you closer to nature as you slide through the water.

Adult from 30 to 65 € - Child from 26 to 28 €
(Ecolorado – 0033 450 34 54 26 www.ecolorado-rafting.com, ecolorado.rafting@wanadoo.fr).

 

Airboat

Something between a kayak and a cano-raft, the Hairboat is a one-place inflatable craft.

Adult from 32 to 65 € Child from 28 to 32 €. Special rates for groups.
(Ecolorado – 0033 450 34 54 26 www.ecolorado-rafting.com, ecolorado.rafting@wanadoo.fr).

 

Waterskiing

On a lake a few kilometres from Samoëns. Timed slalom.

Roland Gay Ski Set Ski Services

+33 (0)6 15 77 11 44 +33 (0)6 20 54 40 97  rgski74@orange.fr

 

Leisure centre and lake

10 hectares of parkland, a few minutes’ walk from the heart of the village, Samoëns’ leisure centre at the “Lacs aux Dames” is the place to be for families. Around the two “Dames” lakes, you can always find a shady spot to escape the sun’s heat, while the children go wild in the specially designed play area. An enclosed area just for young children means they can go at their own speed while you watch on. Nearby, the swimming complex has a fun children’s pool.

 

Paragliding

Introduction to paragliding flights throughout the year accompanied by a qualified instructor.

Adult from 65 to 120 € Child : from 60 to 75 €
Courses from 480 to 550 €. Special rates for groups.

(Pegase Air Samoens – 0033 450 34 95 80 http://www.aironeparapente.com/erwan@aironeparapente.com)

See how a tandem flight works on http://www.vimeo.com/11171486 

   

Helicopter Flights

Trial flights and panoramic views of the Grand Massif, the Upper Giffre Valley and Mont-Blanc. From 190 - 290 € / adult

Book your flight at Samoëns Tourist Office.

Mont-Blanc Hélicoptère

Tel. +33 (0)4 50 74 22 44 - www.mbh.fr  

 

Via Ferrata

The Via Ferrata is an activity which lies somewhere between walking and rock climbing; there are horizontal and vertical assents. The routes are equipped with cables and metal ladders which make the route a little easier, although it can remain demanding.

Adult 1/2 day: from 35 to 50 € - Adult (day): 80 € - Child - from 8 years old (1/2 day): 40 € (Bureau des Guides +33 (0)4 50 34 43 12 www.guidesmontagnes.com, info@guidesmontagnes.com).

 

Rock climbing (Bureau des Guides)

Rock climbing is a sport with a threefold interest: gymnastic, mental, and educational. It's a physical activity, an outdoor activity and a way of learning to understand oneself.

1/2 day: from 35 to 45 € - Adult (day): from 300 to 330 € - Child (1/2 day): from 30 to 40 €. Special rates for groups.
K6 Bureau des Guides
Tél.: +33 (0)4 50 34 43 12
www.guidesmontagnes.com

 

Potholing

Location of the world's deepest pothole, the Gouffre Mirolda, the Haut Giffre massif is rich in limestone and limestone layers criss-crossed with some of the world's most famous caves. Potholing, whilst it involves exploration, is first and foremost an introduction to geology and involves the knowledge and understanding of a subterranean environment.

Adult 1/2 day: from 40 to 52 € - Child (1/2 day): 37 €
K6 Bureau des Guides
www.guidesmontagnes.com (Bureau des Guides +33 (0)4 50 34 43 12)

 

Quad Biking

Suitable for anybody over the age of 16 with a scooter or car licence. Try out our various trails through the mountains, with meals and overnight stays in a mountain hut. Thrills and excitement are on the menu! Accredited 2-seater quad bikes. Quad: Adult from 50 to 115 €. Quad biking for families: Adult from 50 to 115 €.

(J'aime sport Tel. +33 (0)4 50 34 98 20 - www.jaimesport.com )

 

Swimming pool

Main pool 25 x 12.5 m, beginner’s pool 25 x 12.5 m, paddling pool 50 m2. Water slide 60 m, lawned area of 6,000 m2.

Prices (as a guideline only)

Adult : 4,60 € - Child : 3,60 €. Entrance after 5.30 pm: 2,00 € - Family 10 entries pass: 36,00 €

 

Fishing

First class area for trout fishing – mountain torrents, rivers, streams and mountain lakes. Fishing licence obligatory. Lac Aux Dames: Free fishing with three catches per day permitted on presentation of local fishing permit. Free pass issued at the Tourist Office. Lac de Joux Plane: Private fishing, daily permit available on site. Lac de Gers: trout fishing with fishing licence. Angling Instructor: If you would like to learn about a given angling technique or improve your style, I offer angling courses lasting one full day or more, focussing on fly fishing, Czech nymphing and lure fishing in the rivers, the Lake of Geneva and in the region’s mountain lakes.

One-day river outing from 140 € / adult, 120 € / child

Prices per person (based on 2 people). Bait and tackle included. Daily tuition or holidays, on request. Ludovic Briet - Professional qualified angling instructor. Tel./Fax: +33 (0)4 50 85 13 96 or +33 (0)6 82 56 45 55

www.guidepechesavoiehautesavoie.com

Email: briet.ludovic@orange.fr

 

Tennis

6 tennis courts – Court hire:

Price: 11 € / 1 hour (in July and August)

10 € / 1 hour in low season.

Pay less - buy a booklet of tickets for 3 hrs and 5 hrs.

July and August: lessons and courses provided by a fully-qualified instructor. Non-accredited one-day tournaments throughout the summer

season. Maison du tennis +33 (0)4 50 34 94 36. Futher information: http://tennisclubsamoens.free.fr 

 

Indiana Parc

Forest assault course: the biggest forest adventure assault course in the region. Experience hours of escapist adventures. Overcome the obstacles…

Footbridges, ladders, zip-lines (tyrolleans). Be an adventurer and experience a forest environment in complete safety.

• A special adventure course for children aged between 4 and 8 years, with a patented safety system.

• 4 trails with increasing levels of difficulty, suitable for all from 8 years to 108!

More than 21/2 hours of adventure and fun. Open every day from 9.30 to 19.00. Last departure t 17.00. Advance booking recommended.

Tel. +33 (0)6 89 83 18 84 - Fax: +33 (0)4 50 74 01 88. www.indianaventures.com

Indiana Parc: 22€ (plus de 135 cm) - Indiana Kids: 16€ (de 105 cm à 135 cm) - P’tit Kids: 10€ from 2 ans - Grand tyroliennes: 5€

 

Cinema

New releases and recent films. Programme available at the Tourist Office, and on www.allocine.fr  Entrance is Adults 8 €, children 6.50 €, seniors (over 65) 7 €. Tel. +33 (0)4 50 34 41 40

   

Nordic walking

An open-air fitness activity suitable for all ages. Nordic walking involves walking with a specific type of stick. It is the best of all possible "sports for all", enjoyed as a means to regaining fitness, developing cardio-respiratory function, achieving weight loss or, quite simply, relaxing.

1/2 day from 25 € / adult

(Bureau des Guides +33 (0)4 50 34 43 12 www.guidesmontagnes.com info@guidesmontagnes.com ).

 

The Jaysinia Botanical Garden

The garden, which was created in 1906 by Marie- Louise Cognacq-Jaÿ, is sculpted into an area of 3 hectares on a mountainous outcrop overlooking the village. Water features and waterfalls, magnificent trees and leafy glades, ruins of the Tornalta castle (XV111th century), 8,000 plants from mountains the world over. This garden is managed jointly by the Cognacq- Jaÿ Foundation, Samoëns Town Council and the National Natural History Museum under the responsibility of the botanic and wildlife gardens department. Garden entry every day from 8.00 to 12.00 and 13.30 to 19.00. Maison de la Jaÿsinia - Tel. +33 (0)4 50 34 49 86

jardin.botanique.jaysinia@orange.fr

 

Horse drawn carriage

July & August, every day except on Saturdays. Possibility of appointment.

Pice per carriage: 20mins - €20, 1 hour - €50

Sarl Chevrot - Tel. +33 (0)4 50 25 84 41 or +33 (0)6 08 82 69 30

   

Walking with donkeys

Adult from 20 to 27 € - Child from 15 to 24 €

 

Outings with a pony
G8 Septiponeys
Tél: +33 (0)6 03 57 17 01
www.poneysamoens.sitew.com
www.equita-passion.sitew.com
Price: 6 € per 15 min - 10 € per 30 min

Contacts for activities in Samoens area       

Bureau des Guides +33 450 34 43 12 http://guidesamoens.free.fr (White water,canyoning, rafting, walking, climbing, mountaineering, pot holing, via ferrata)

Adventures Payraud +33 450 93 63 63 www.adventurespayraud.com

(White water, cano-rafting, rafting)

Ecolorado Rafting +33 450 34 45 26

(All water activities)

Espace Montagne tel +335 45 21 84 57 www.espacemontagne.fr

(All water activities, + climbing, mountaineering, potholing, via ferrata)

Sixt aventure passion +33 450 34 16 85

(Canoing, kayak, airboat, rafting, canyoning, walking, climbing, mountaineering, via ferrata

Air Samoens +33 450 34 95 80 http://www.parapente-samoens.com/ (paragliding)

Indiana Parc tel +336 89 83 18 84 mail: indiana@indianaventures.com  www.indianaventures.com

Sport 2000 +33 450 34 42 14

 

Golf        

Golf de Flaine – Les Carroz. Tel : +33 4 50 90 85 44

18 holes, length 4063m, par 63

A spectacular mountain course at an altitude of 1900m. Fantastic views over the Alpes.

 

Golf on the Water Samoens

Length 150m. 

Driving range over water + 9 hole putting green.

(Claude delorme enterprise +33 (0)6 18 09 80 04 golfsamoens@hotmail.fr )

 

Golf des Gets. Tel: 00 33 4 50 75 87 63

golf@lesgets.com

18 holes, length 5264m, par 70.

Mountain golf course with a superb panoramic view

 

Golf d’Avoriaz, Morzine. Tel: 00 33 4 50 74 17 08

9 holes, length 2923m, par 36.

Mountain golf links at the entrance to the resort of Avoriaz. Superb panoramic view.

 

All the above information is for information only. For the most up-to-date information please visit the resort tourist office website

 

Samoens Tourist Office        

Tel +33.450.34.40.28

www.samoens.com

Opening hours (off season)
From Monday to Saturday, 9 to 12am and 2:30 to 6 pm, Except on Wednesady, 9 to 12am and 3:30 to 6pm
Summer season ( from the 1st July to the 31st August)
Open everyday from 9 to 12am and from 2:30 to 6:30pm

Between the 14th July to the 15th August, open on Saturday from 9 to 12:30am and from 2:30 to 7pm

 

Apres Ski/Eating

4 bars/tea rooms, plenty of restaurants in the village (5 in Samoens 1600), cinema, nightclub, shops.

Gastronomy: Feuille de Vigne: Wines and spirits specialist. Free wine tasting.

 

Restaurants
K5 Au Relais Septimontain
+33 (0)4 50 34 42 19
www.relais-septimontain.com


HP Buvette du Prazon
Sixt Fer à Cheval
+33 (0)6 21 89 28 45
+33 (0)6 21 81 28 45


K9 Chalet Mimy’s crêpes
+33 (0)6 73 93 99 05


L6 La Clarine
+33 (0)4 50 34 40 11


G6 Ferme restaurant
l’Accueil Savoyard
+33 (0)4 50 34 41 86
www.accueil-savoyard.com


L7 La Grignoterie
+33 (0)4 50 34 92 96

M6 La Louisiane
+33 (0)4 50 34 42 83
a-louise@orange.fr


M6 Melting Spot
(Café de la Poste)
+33 (0)4 57 44 66 27
+33 (0)6 12 20 68 85
meltingspot74@gmail.com


L6 Mezzanine
+33 (0)4 50 53 65 22
+33 (0)6 30 28 76 53
www.mezzaninesamoens.com


M6 Le Monde à l’envers
+33 (0)4 50 34 19 36
L6 Le Sérac
+33 (0)4 50 34 45 18
yeopesty66@yahoo.com


L8 La Table de Fifine
+33 (0)4 50 34 10 29
www.latabledefifine.com

 

Mountain restaurants
K2 Auberge de Chantemerle inn
+33 (0)4 50 93 84 51
+33 (0)6 18 81 38 50


G13 Au Pré d’Oscar
+33 (0)4 50 53 71 57
+ 33 (0)6 64 93 65 42
gallet.michel@hotmail.fr


G13 Chalet l’Aéro
+33 (0)4 50 54 73 79
www.aero1607.com


M12 Gîte du lac de Gers
+33(0)4 50 89 55 14

 

HP L’Igloo
+33 (0)4 50 90 14 31
+33 (0)6 87 81 17 05
j.luc.d@wanadoo.fr


G13 Lou Caboëns
+33(0)4 50 91 61 87
B1 Le relais des vallées
+33 (0)4 50 34 91 86
relaisdesvallees@wanadoo.fr


G13 Le Tremplin
+33 (0)4 50 18 07 54

 

Creperie
L6 La Fandioleuse
+33 (0)4 50 34 98 28

 

Pizzeria and fast food
M6 La Tartinerie
+33 (0)4 50 34 48 51
www.wix.com/pizzeria_samoens/la-tartinerie

 

K9 Pizzeria snack
du Giffre
+33 (0)4 50 58 71 96

 

Brasserie
I9 terrasse du Lac
+33 (0)4 50 89 45 10
laterrassedulac74@gmail.com


M6 Le Savoie
+33 (0)4 50 34 94 43
www.savoiebar.com

 

Access

By Road: Driving distance from Calais 540 miles (approx 7hrs35)

From Calais, take A26 Motorway towards Reims and Troyes, then Dijon, Mâcon then ‘Autoroute Blanche’ Motorway (A40 Mâcon – Cluses) exit Cluses Scionzier. Follow signs to Samoens.

It takes approximately 20 minutes from the motorway exit to Samoens.

 

By Rail: Cluses 25km - Shuttle bus to Samoens +33 450 98 07 81 or Taxi organised by Peak Retreats

 

Airports:

Geneva is 67km from Samoens (1 hour)

www.gva.ch/en 

Chambery Airport is 117km from Samoens (1 ½ hours)

www.chambery-airport.com

Grenoble Airport is 204km from Samoens (2 hours)

www.grenoble-airport.com

Lyon Saint-Exupery is 204km from Samoens (2 hours)

www.lyonairport.com

 

Need an Airport Transfer? Prices from £76 per person based on 4 sharing a private return taxi from Geneva Airport to Samoens. Call our reservations team for details on 0844 576 0170 or email reservations@peakretreats.co.uk

 

Resort News

 

 

Events in Samoens 2013

 

Date(s)

 

 

 

 

Mountain Bike Enduro Series - French Championship

Adult: from 57,50 to 59 €

From 9 AM to 4 PM

22nd June - 23rd June 2013

SAF (Samoëns American Festival) - 5th edition
From 10 AM to 10 PM
5th July - 7th July 2013
Keen Enviro Trek
From 9.30 AM to 5 PM.
Adult: 10 €, child under 16 years old: 7,50 € under 12 years old: free.
24th July 2013

Les Pépites Festival

Throughout the summer, for the fifth year running, Samoëns offers some high-quality musical entertainment. These fantastic talents join forces to provide a lively programme of music. Every year, we manage to find "nuggets" such as Pep's, Izia, Karimouche etc.
 
For the 2nd year running, bands will be performing at the beautiful, and unusual, natural amphitheatre known as Fer à Cheval.  Les Pépites is totally free of charge. It's a really cool festival organised for the pleasure of audiences.

Thursday 11 July 2013: at 6.30 PM.
Thursday 18 July 2013: at 9 PM.
Tuesday 23 July 2013: at 6.30 PM.
Thursday 25 July 2013: at 9 PM.
Tuesday 30 July 2013: at 6.30PM. 

Thursday 1 August 2013: at 9 PM.
Thursday 8 August 2013: at 9 PM.
Tuesday 13 August 2013: at 6.30 PM.
Tuesday 20 August 2013:  at 6.30 PM.
Thursday 22 August 2013: at 9 PM.
Thursday 29 August 2013: at 6.30 PM.

La Rioule

Local games and folklore. 
Ffrom 3 PM to 11.30 PM.

24th August 2013

 

 

 Other

 

Other Amenities

Cash points, doctors, 2 pharmacies, physiotherapists, bakeries…

Market on Wednesday mornings, library, health and beauty parlour, exhibitions. Supermarkets – Carrefour (large supermarket on road between Samoens and Verchaix), Sherpa local convenience store, Petit Casino.

 

M6 Websamoens Internet Café
websamoens@hotmail.fr
www.webcafesamoens.fr

 

Market in Samoens

The village is welcoming one of the biggest market of Haute-Savoie. Every Wednesday morning from 7am to 1pm.

 

Laundrette

Le Lavoir
+33 (0)6 03 70 83 23
+33 (0)4 50 98 64 42
lelavoir.samoens@hotmail.fr

 

Child Care

Samoens has acquired the Famille Plus label for its childcare facilities. Please click here to view more information on the Famille Plus label

Nothing is more fun for kids than touring the village on a 4-wheeled pedal-car; like a bike that fits the whole family! Samoëns village centre is so easily explored on
foot or bicycle thanks to its flat profile and compact size. You can also explore in the car, or even rent a scooter or electric bicycle to get around on.
 

Kindergarten the Loupiots Tel: +33 4 50 34 13 96                 

The Loupiots kindergarten welcomes your children aged between 3 months to 6 years (before the date of their 6th birthday), several activity rooms, dormitories, a co-ordination skills room, garden…). Open every day from 8.30 – 18.00 except Sundays and Bank Holidays. Pre-booking is strongly recommended.

 

From 08/07/13 to 24/08/13: open daily from 8h30 to 18h except Sundays, Saturdays, 15/08 and public holidays.

 

2012 Guide Prices

Prices

Full day with meal

€37.40

Half day, mornings with meal, from 8.30 – 12.30

€24.20

Half day, afternoons from 13.00 – 18.00

€22.50

Please note that prices are only an indication and are subject to change.

 

Tel. +33 (0)4 50 34 13 96 -

garderiedesloupiots@orange.fr

http://www.garderielesloupiots.com/booking_rates_nursery_samoens.html - Rates and Reservation 

 

Children over 6 years of age are welcome in the recreation centre all summer long. Even with little ones in tow, a wander through the village is stress-free thanks to two dedicated baby changing spaces.

   

Children's outdoor activity centre

Centre la Marmotte
250 route des Pétérets
Village
74340 Samoëns

T.+33 4 50 34 42 38
F.+33 4 50 34 11 45
e-mail: mairiedesamoens@voila.fr
Website: http://www.mairiedesamoens.fr/

 

From 29/10/12 to 28/10/13: open daily from 7.30 AM to 6.30 PM (School period: open on Wednesdays and holiday period from Monday to Friday.) except on Saturdays, Sundays plus 15/08

 

Minding children aged 6 to 11 years, with supervision by qualified leaders.

 

Structure of leisure activities:
- A personalised welcome for your child
- Specific areas set aside for each age group (sport, discovery of nature...)
- Areas with equipment to encourage children's activities, help them to enhance their levels of autonomy and affective security, and provide clear rules of behaviour to enable them to know what they can do and mustn't do.
- The activities are adapted to suit the children's ages, and they are sufficiently varied and organized to meet the children's needs. Most of the activities form part of a chain that makes them meaningful.
- Surroundings laid out by the team and those working with the centre to enable children to discover new activities.
- Pleasant meals: the leaders eat with the children. This provides opportunities for conversation.
- Balanced meals.
- Attention at all times to make sure that the children are safe, clean and healthy. 

 

Quad

Electrical quad bike for children from 5-12yrs. €4 for 12 rides.

 

Outings with a donkey

www.anesduhautgiffre.com

Donkeys are ideal companions for your family outings; they will carry your gear and help children to finish the walk.

Group per adult from 21 to 27 €.

 

Suivez la trace

+33 (0)6 18 63 67 08 www.suivez-la-trace.com

A family nature ramble for those who are curious about the natural environment!

Prices: Adult 1/2 day 15 € - Child (1/2 day) 10 €.

 

Baby equipment rental

J’aime Sport - At J’aime Sport you can rent everything for children - bottle warmer, folding cot, pushchair etc.

+33 (0)4 50 34 98 20

http://www.jaimesport.com/

jaime.sport@wanadoo.fr

 

Baby changing

K6 Tourist Office
L8 Grand Massif Express cablecar
G13 Samoëns 1600m

 


Samoëns

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La Remise
Chalet
Sleeps 12. Bedrooms: 5
Situated in ‘Le Vallon d’en Haut’ hamlet, 1.5km from the centre of Samoens, set in lovely rural surroundings.

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La Reine des Pres
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La Reine des Prés prestige residence is ideally located within walking distance to the village main square.


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Les Fermes de Samoens
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Indoor pool & outdoor pools
Les Fermes de Samoens is located 800m from the village centre, 400m from the shops and 200m from bike tracks.



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Chalet Rose
Luxury Apartments. Sleeps 2-8
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Chalet Rose enjoys an ideal location 350m from the heart of the village (100m from a mini-market).


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Isabelle
Luxury Chalet
Sleeps 10. Bedrooms: 5
Chalet Isabelle is located in a newly developed part of Samoëns, 600m walking distance from centre.


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Neige et Roc
Hotel & Apartments. Sleeps 2-6
Indoor/outdoor pool
Hotel Neige et Roc offers the opportunity to sample French village life, with the centre and its shops only a short walk away.

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La Renardiere
Apartments. Sleeps 2-6
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Chalet Renardière is a very short walk from the heart of the village and in a quiet area.

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Arnica
Luxury Chalet
Sleeps 12. Bedrooms: 5 en-suite
Ideally located minutes from the heart of the village, Chalet Arnica is set in a quiet location.


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La Cheniaz
Chalet
Sleeps 6. Bedrooms: 3
At the foot of the Criou peak and a stone's throw away from the Clévieux river, La Chéniaz enjoys a prime position within this very quiet part of Samoëns.

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Les Pleignes
Chalet apartment
Sleeps 6. Bedrooms: 3
Les Pleignes enjoys glorious breathtaking views over the Giffre Valley.

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La Ferme de Fontany
Chalet
Sleeps 10. Bedrooms: 4 en-suite
Situated just above the village, Ferme de Fontany is located 1km from the village centre.
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