Guidebook for Samoëns
Sightseeing
Famous col of the Tour de France with stunning views of Mont Blanc from the top
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Col de Joux Plane
Famous col of the Tour de France with stunning views of Mont Blanc from the top
Annecy is a beautiful town with a magical setting on the northern tip of the lake from which it takes its name. Take a stroll through the old town with its warren of passages divided by branches of the Canal du Thiou. The buildings that line these passages are overflowing with geraniums and petunias in the summer months and house numerous cafes and restaurants in which to relax and watch the world go by. A highlight of any trip to Annecy is exploring the lake itself by boat.
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Annecy
Annecy is a beautiful town with a magical setting on the northern tip of the lake from which it takes its name. Take a stroll through the old town with its warren of passages divided by branches of the Canal du Thiou. The buildings that line these passages are overflowing with geraniums and petunias in the summer months and house numerous cafes and restaurants in which to relax and watch the world go by. A highlight of any trip to Annecy is exploring the lake itself by boat.
Chamonix, set in the Arve Valley, is a destination popular the world over. People are drawn here to experience nature at its most extreme whether that is simply to admire the stunning scenery from a distance or to partake in one of the many activities available. With its pretty town centre, steeped in mountaineering history, you can simply relax by the river at one of the many cafes and people-watch the eclectic mix of extreme skiers, hikers and day-trippers or have a wander round one of the best selection of outdoor equipment and clothing shops you’ll find. For those looking to experience a little more of what the Chamonix-Mont Blanc area has to offer then you might like to try one of the cable car or train journeys.
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Chamonix
Chamonix, set in the Arve Valley, is a destination popular the world over. People are drawn here to experience nature at its most extreme whether that is simply to admire the stunning scenery from a distance or to partake in one of the many activities available. With its pretty town centre, steeped in mountaineering history, you can simply relax by the river at one of the many cafes and people-watch the eclectic mix of extreme skiers, hikers and day-trippers or have a wander round one of the best selection of outdoor equipment and clothing shops you’ll find. For those looking to experience a little more of what the Chamonix-Mont Blanc area has to offer then you might like to try one of the cable car or train journeys.
Parks & Nature
Famous National Park with stunning scenery, waterfalls and fantastic walks
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Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval
Famous National Park with stunning scenery, waterfalls and fantastic walks
Essentials
Carrefour Market
Local supermarket
Entertainment & Activities
The summer months offer easy access to over 900km of hiking routes, favourite stretches of the Tour de France, mountain biking and numerous other adrenaline filled activities including white water rafting, via ferrata and paragliding (parapenting) plus more leisurely pursuits such as golf, fishing or pony trekking.
Samoëns is part of the Grand Massif, one of the world’s biggest ski areas. With the five connected alpine resorts of Flaine, Morillon, Samoëns, Sixt Fer-a-Cheval and Les Carroz, this is the fourth biggest ski area in France. The region rises to 2600 metres with 265km of piste served by 73 lifts. There are ski runs to challenge all ability levels
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Samoëns
The summer months offer easy access to over 900km of hiking routes, favourite stretches of the Tour de France, mountain biking and numerous other adrenaline filled activities including white water rafting, via ferrata and paragliding (parapenting) plus more leisurely pursuits such as golf, fishing or pony trekking.
Samoëns is part of the Grand Massif, one of the world’s biggest ski areas. With the five connected alpine resorts of Flaine, Morillon, Samoëns, Sixt Fer-a-Cheval and Les Carroz, this is the fourth biggest ski area in France. The region rises to 2600 metres with 265km of piste served by 73 lifts. There are ski runs to challenge all ability levels
Food Scene
The food in this small restaurant in the centre of Samoens is Asian infused and comes highly recommended.
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Le Monde à l'envers
93A place du criouThe food in this small restaurant in the centre of Samoens is Asian infused and comes highly recommended.
Getting Around
Genève Aéroport
21 Rte de l'AéroportYou can hire a car from Geneva airport.