Samoëns, Grand Massif
A large, high-altitude ski area with an excellent snow record and just one hour from Geneva! Some might say that this is too good to be true, but it really does exist...
Overview
With the recent arrival of Club Med, Samoëns has been transformed from a charming, if sleepy corner of the Grand Massif ski area to one of the Alps' go to destinations.
Just an hour from Geneva airport, yet this resort gives you access to high-altitude skiing with over 250km of mostly tree-lined pistes. A great variety of slopes mean that all levels are catered for. The village still oozes Alpine charm, with a gondola link whisking you directly to the main ski area that starts from 1600m. Links to Flaine, Morillon and Les Carroz mean there's always somewhere new to explore.
The village even has the honour of being an official historical monument. Away from the slopes, if you're looking for clubs and pubs, this isn't the place. Instead, you'll find plenty of restaurants serving excellent local dishes.
Overall, Samoëns is a good little spot to know about: the skiing is great, challenging and varied. Very unusually for a resort of this size, Geneva's just an hour or so away and facilities for kids are excellent.
Why Samoëns?
- 1 Hour Transfer
- 260km of Varied Pistes
- High Altitude Skiing
Resort Attributes
Alpine Charm
Choice of Restaurants
Family Friendly
Great for Mixed Abilities
Scenic
Resort Facilities
Child Care
Gym
Hot Tub
Ice Rink
Paragliding
Sauna
Swimming Pool
Walking Trails
Resort Activities
Cross-Country: 40.0
Cross-Country Equipment
Dog Sledding
Heliskiing
Torch Light Descents
Le Grand Massif
Accommodation
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