Giffre Valley

At the origins of the Giffre Valley

The Giffre valley is a small region of Haute-Savoie made up of the Giffre watershed. The latter forms a very wide glacial valley, about fifty kilometers from Lake Geneva and extends from Mieussy to the Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval which offers a magnificent spectacle!
Authentic destination preserved in the perennial pastoral tradition, the Giffre valley invites you to a gentle immersion in alpine life.

The essentials of the Giffre Valley

The Giffre valley is one of the most dynamic tourist sectors in the Haute-Savoie department. The villages that make it up bear witness to a rich history. Fir forests, a magnificent lake, a wild river, the Giffre Valley is full of surprises. Morillon, Verchaix, Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, Châtillon-sur-Cluses, La Rivière-Enverse are at the heart of the Giffre valley and the Grand Massif ski area.

Sixt-Fer-a-Cheval

Just 10 minutes from the village of Samoëns is Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, a small authentic village nestled in the heart of the mountains. You can find many grandiose natural sites such as the Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval, the majestic Rouget waterfall and the mysterious Tines gorges. This welcoming Haut-Savoyard village offers a calm environment even in winter and provides access to the Grand Massif area via the exceptionally long and gentle waterfalls track. For lovers of hiking, many are accessible from the village.

Morillon and Verchaix

These authentic alpine villages offer direct access to the Grand Massif ski area and are little corners of paradise ideal for families. In summer, at Morillon, you have to go to Lac Bleu with its ultra-dynamic leisure center which will seduce young and old alike in its relaxing setting.

Taninges, Mieussy and Chatillon

These small mountain villages will allow you to gently immerse yourself in alpine life. They are the crossroads to access the areas of Praz de Lys Sommand, the gates of the sun via Les Gets and the Grand Massif via Morillon, Samoëns and Sixt. These quiet but vibrant sectors will delight fans at all at the same time.

Living in the Giffre Valley

The Giffre Valley is an area sought after for its setting and its exceptional location at the foot of the ski resorts. Touristy and dynamic, it is perfect for families. As for real estate in the Giffre Valley, prices vary depending on the municipality, location and proximity to a ski area.