Samoëns is a village resort in Haute-Savoie, in the heart of the Grand Massif, ideally located between lakes and mountains, where nature is healthy.
Located one hour from Geneva and 2h30 from Lyon, the Samoëns area is mainly classified as a nature reserve, a perfect balance between typical village life and "great skiing".
After having accompanied the democratization of winter sports in the 1960s, the resort successfully banked on summer mountain tourism, taking advantage of its proximity to major communication routes. Faced with the influx of visitors, Samoëns has endeavoured to preserve the specific characteristics and character of its Savoyard environment.
Samoëns is the gateway to the Grand Massif ski area, which includes the resorts of Sixt, Morillon, Les Carroz d'Arâches and Flaine, with no less than 150 runs spread over 265 km.
The domain, accessible to all, will delight young and old, novices and experts and will guarantee good stays to its visitors so that all discover the joys of the mountain in the best conditions.
With its many facilities, the resort-village of Samoëns guarantees you a pleasant and busy stay, both in summer and winter.
Downhill, cross-country or hiking skiing, snowmobiling, dog sledding, ski joëring, snowshoeing for winter sports enthusiasts; or mountain biking, canyoning, golf, fishing, archery, trampolining, paintball, trail running, or even horse riding for those who prefer the mountains in summer.
But whatever your favourite season, in Samoens you can also go ice-skating, paragliding, climbing, hiking, and relax at the Spa or swimming pool after your thrilling days!
So many activities that will prevent you from getting bored and will make your stay in Samoens unforgettable!