Samoens and Grand Massif

Escape with us and discover one of the most incredible areas in the French Alps.Samoens with all it's tradition and culture, is located in the Vallée du Giffre, only 1 hours drive from Geneva International Airport.

Samoens is a French Alps resort with a difference, soaked in tradition and beautiful stone buildings as its architecture, this village is a dream. The Daily Telegraph describes it perfectly in the article on Samoens Getting here is simple, whether you are driving, flying or taking trains.

There are many low cost flights from all over Europe, making this a very attractive destination for your summer or ski holidays. Once you get here you begin to relax and ease into the wonderful pace of life, breathing the fresh mountain air and appreciating the charm of the village and its people.

View photos of the village and discover the history of this amazing village. One of the most beautiful villages in France The village carries the designation of a "ville fleurie" distinguishing it as one of the most beautiful villages in France and is also the only winter sports resort to be classified by the Caisse Nationale des Monuments Historiques, as it dates from the middle ages.

Where exactly is Samoens? The village of Samoëns is located in the Vallée du Giffre in the Rhone Alps region, part of the Haute Savoie department. The village itself is at 700m, although its gondola takes you to 1600m to the ski slopes.

At the heart of the village The heart of the village remains the lively meeting place of local life and is known by the locals as the Gros Tilleul, deriving its name from the "Large Lime Tree" which symbolises the town of Samoens. This tree was planted in 1438 to celebrate a ruling handed down by Duke Amadeus VIII of Savoy, stating that the inhabitants of Samoens owned the Frétérolle, Chardonnière, Vigny and Cuidex alpine meadows in the neighbouring Manche valley. The "Gros Tilleul" is quite remarkable for its age and its size.

This famous landmark has been immortalised by numerous local authors, poets and musicians through the ages.

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