"Superb food & Grant even arranged fresh powder!" Ian Settle 3/07

At the heart of the Giffre valley, only an hour from Geneva, the beautiful mountain village of Samoëns sits at the foot of the majestic Criou Mountain. The village is the only french ski resort to be listed as a Monument Historiques and is set in some of the most splendid scenery in the Alps.

The 8 person Grand Massif Express gondola gives access to the whole of the Grand Massif playground including Flaine, Les Carroz, Morillon and Sixt in just eight minutes.

"Fantastic chalet. Fabulous food. Great snow"
Julian Beressi 3/07

With its proximity to Mont Blanc, the region boasts an excellent snow record , 265 km of piste, and skiing up to 2500 m. The area is excellent for skiers and boarders of all levels from beginners to off-piste thrill junkies. There are15 green runs, 53 blue, 51 red and 14 black runs and 3 snow parks.

Also a paradise for non-skiers, other activities include 90 km cross country pistes, 60 km of marked tracks for snow shoeing, paragliding, ice climbing, dog sledding, alpine walking, ice skating, guided heritage tours and a world renowned alpine botanical garden. We know some excellent local guides who can take you on magical snow shoeing walks, where you can spot animal tracks & even build your own igloo.

As Samoëns is populated year round and is not a purpose built ski resort but a thriving community, it hosts a wide selection of interesting shops bars and restaurants catering to all tastes.


SkiPass (2006/7 prices)

Grand Massif, which includes Flaine:
DAY: Adult €37, Junior 12-15 €29, Child 5-11 €25.
WEEK 6 days: Adult €183, Junior 12-15 €144, Child 5-11 €132.


Ski School
All ski schools meet at the top of the express lift. We are very happy to arrange & book lessons for you, and the following links will give you more information.

www.skisurf360.com
www.esfsamoens.com
www.skisession.fr