If you're looking for a charming mountain village with plenty to keep you busy, look no further than Samoens. This pretty French village is located in Haute-Savoie, in the Alps, in the Grand Massif area, and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains.
We present to you the top 10 visits and activities to do in Samoëns:
Fly over the Grand Massif in a helicopter
Embark aboard a helicopter from the base of Samoëns and live a unique experience by flying over, during a helicopter flight, the majestic landscapes of the Grand Massif: its ski resorts, the authentic village of Samoëns but also, Lake Geneva and the magnificent Swiss and Italian landscapes.
Stroll through the center of the village
The medieval town of the village of Samoëns is magnificent and this is indeed what sets it apart from the majority of other ski villages. In winter, you can stroll through the snow-covered streets of this village with authentic architecture, lined with many shops, cafes and restaurants. Samoëns being inhabited throughout the year, you can mingle with the locals on the weekly market and thus taste many local products.
Visit the Jaÿsinia Alpine Botanical Garden
The Jaÿsinia botanical garden brings together 4,500 species and varieties of mountain plants from the 5 continents to discover during a poetic stroll through the many paths that make up the garden. Located on the heights of the village, the Jaÿsinia botanical garden offers a very beautiful panorama.
Practice aquatic activities
On Samoëns, you can practice many invigorating aquatic activities such as rafting, canyonning, hydrospeed in the turbulent waters of the Giffre. However, you can also practice stand-up paddle or even water skiing on the lake.
Go on a hike
Departing from Samoëns, you will have the opportunity to go hiking in the heart of the Haut-Giffre valley and enjoy a magnificent panorama of the Alps and Mont-Blanc. Magnificent Savoyard landscapes will unfold before you and are accessible through easy hikes or others for more experienced hikers.
Swimming in the Samoëns lake
The Lac aux Dames de Samoëns leisure center is located away from the village and covers an area of approximately 10 hectares. It is the favorite place for a beautiful sunny day during which you can swim, relax, run or even fish. A large play area is also available for children as well as sports fields.
Paragliding above the village
Samoëns is a renowned paragliding spot in the Alps. The updrafts and the reliefs will allow you to fly above the village and in front of Mont-Blanc. Unforgettable memories!
Visit the Clos Parchet Ecomuseum farm
The Ecomuseum farm of Clos Parchet is an old 19th century farmhouse, located in the heart of nature in Samoëns, on the slopes of the Giffre. You can discover the daily and traditional life of the time. This farm is listed in the “Supplementary Inventory of Historic Monuments”.
Hit the ski slopes of Samoëns
The village resort of Samoëns is directly linked to the Grand Massif ski area, France's fourth largest ski area, thanks to the 8-seater Grand Massif Express gondola. At 1600 meters above sea level, a ski area of 265 km of slopes opens up to you.
Discover the waterfalls around Samoëns
The Giffre Valley is one of the main waterfall sites in France. You can then explore the waterfalls of the Cirque du Fer à Cheval during short walks or long hikes. In particular, the Rouget waterfall, 90 meters high, and classified as a natural heritage site, is a must in the valley.
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