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· Samoens ·
· Samoens ·
Samoens
FRANCE
Located in the heart of a glacial valley, Samoens is an ancient old resort, which retains its character and friendly charm. Part of the Grand Massif ski area, easily accessed 2km from the village centre.
Resort information
Displayed here are all the facts and figures relating to Samoens in winter. The toolbar on the right of the page will also provide you with useful additional information to help you decide on this resort's suitability to your holiday plans.
Resort facts
- Resort height:
- Ski Range:
- Number of lifts:
- KMs of piste:
- Glacier:
- Beginners:
- Intermediate:
- Advanced:
- 750 m
- 720-2500 m
- 77
- 265 km
Travel information
- Airport (option 1):
- Airport (option 2):
- Airport (option 3):
- Nearest Railway station:
- Distance from Calais:
- Geneva (1h 0m)
- Chambery (1h 30m)
- Lyon (2h 15m)
- Cluses (12 miles)
- 542 miles (approx)
Good points
- Easy access from Geneva airport
- Old charming village
- Part of the Grand Massif area
Not so good
- Reported to get busy at weekends (popular for weekenders)
Description
Samoëns is a resort town with direct access to the pistes, via the 8-person cars of the Grand Massif Express gondola lift. Thanks to its geographical location, the Grand Massif enjoys abundant, regular snowfalls throughout the season, and the area is well known for the quality of the snow in spring. Of course, 80% of the slopes are north-facing, allowing the snow to lie for longer and remain in good condition. The Grand Massif ski slopes are currently considered as one of the largest, finest domains in France.
Everything is white, as far as the eye can see, and the summits of the Tête des Saix, the Grandes Platières, the Dents Blanches and Mont Blanc dominate the scenery.
Winter activities include:
Le Vallee Blanche : An unforgettable experience - 24km of off piste glacier skiing at the foot of the Mont Blanc. A must for all good skiers.
Ski Mountaineering
Speedriding
Cross country skiing
New sliding & gliding sport
Heliskiing
Snowshoe trekking
Sledging dogs
Handiski
Please note the number of lifts and piste area quoted is including the Grand Massif ski area (Morillon, Samoëns, Les Carroz, Sixt Fer à Cheval and Flaine),
