Overview

Samoëns is a small, traditional mountain village, renowned for its authenticity. In fact, it is a village where local people live all year round, so it is not merely a tourist destination.

The village lies at an altitude of around 700 metres and is connected to the ski slopes by the Grand Massif Express gondola, which leads to the vast Grand Massif ski area.

This resort is particularly suitable for families with children and for beginner and intermediate skiers and snowboarders. It is, in fact, a rather quiet place with a calm and relaxed atmosphere, so if you’re looking for somewhere to let your hair down at après-ski events and in nightclubs, this isn’t the place for you. Most of the slopes are easy, wide and not too steep, making them suitable for beginners. However, more experienced skiers will also find plenty to enjoy, especially those who love off-piste skiing and ski touring.

Samoens Ski Information

Resort height - 720m

Snow range - 720 - 2500m

Ski area - 265km

Easy - 51%

Intermediate - 38%

Difficult - 11%

Snow parks - 3

Ski Lifts - 12(Gondolas - 2, Chairlifts - 4, Drag lifts - 6)

Things to do in Samoens

Things to do - As well as the classic activities of downhill skiing and snowboarding, there are a number of other things to do in Samoëns, such as cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, winter walking trails and ice skating. If, on the other hand, you’d prefer to relax, there is also a wellness centre and a leisure centre, featuring several swimming pools and spa facilities.

Restaurants - The small, compact village of Samoëns is easy to explore on foot and offers a good selection of restaurants, patisseries and bars. You’ll find restaurants serving traditional local dishes – such as Savoyard specialities like raclette and fondue – as well as international cuisine and pizza.

Nightlife - As mentioned earlier, Samoëns isn’t particularly well known for its après-ski scene or nightlife, as it generally has a rather laid-back atmosphere, best suited to families and those looking to relax. However, the town centre is full of bars where you can enjoy an aperitif after a day on the slopes.

Airport Transfers - How to get to Samoens

We can organise your transfers from Geneve Airport, Grenoble Airport, Annecy Airport, Lyon Airport. You can also choose between a shuttle transfer which can be more economical if only a few people are travelling or a private transfer which will take you direct from the airport to your accommodation.

Distance to Geneve Airport: 70km

Distance to Grenoble Airport: 200km

Distance to Annecy Airport: 70km

Distance to Lyon Airport: 195km