Samoens snow fun - off slope winter activities
Outdoor Ice Rink: 0 Indoor Ice Rink: 1 Balloon Flights: 0
Prepared Winter Walks: 60 Snowshoeing: 1 Hang Gliding : 1
Snow mobile Rental: 0 Toboggan Run Length: 10km Paragliding schools: 2
Samoens non skiing facilities also include Archery, Botanical Garden, Climbing, Guided Walks, Frozen Waterfall Climbing, Pot Holing.
Ditch the skis and don the snowshoes for some winter Nordic walking. Take a trip with Guides Montagnes where one of their expert guides will lead you across valleys and snow covered terrain. Improve your technique with a real cardiovascular workout and pause to enjoy the panorama. As a skilled walker, your guide will point out the best spots for some fantastic views. They’ve got plenty of choices for you too. Go for half a day to get a feel for it or take an evening walk where you’ll be treated at the end to a traditional feast in a cozy chalet. Go on – think of all those calories you’ve burnt!
Bahnhofstrasse, 74340 Samoens, France
If you’re not totally wiped-out from a day on the slopes (well done you!) why not swap those skis for skates and check out Samoëns local ice rink. Covering 600m² you’ll have plenty of space to burn off that left over energy. This one is popular with the kids and just opposite the Tourist Office, handy if you’re planning dinner in town afterwards.
Place de la gare Village,74340 Samoëns France
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If you have absolutely no idea what skijoring is, don’t worry I’m sure you’re not alone, but when you find out you’ll definitely want to be involved. Get those skis on and let you yourself be towed through the snow by horse. We like to think of it as like water-skiing, but instead of water and a boat, you’ve got snow and a horse – awesome huh? Suitable for ages 8+ Equita-Passion runs activities throughout the winter which are tailored for beginners, intermediates and advanced. You don’t have to be a skier to enjoy the ride, but the more confident you are on skis of course the faster you can go. There is also a chance for the little ones to get involved with pony led sleigh rides for ages 2-10. Skijoring might not have been on your check list when you arrived, but it’s a definite must add! Visit Equita-Passion’s website or better yet send them an email for more info and get ready to experience a different sort of thrill ride.
Base de Loisirs, 74340 Samoëns, France
Film-lovers fear not, you won’t have to miss out on any blockbusters while away. Le Criou Cinema right in the centre of town just opposite the Tourist Office shows all the latest Hollywood features as well as a few French films for good measure. Most films have English-subtitles and show times which vary depending on the season. So put the skis away, give those legs a rest and stock up on popcorn.
Rue des billets 74340 Samoëns France
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You’ll find carved into the south-facing side of the mountain overlooking the village of Samoëns lies La Jaÿsinia alpine botanical garden. Spanning 3.7 hectares of steeped landscape the garden flourishes during the summer with over 5,000 varieties of alpine flowers and over 8,000 varieties of plants from all over the world. Walk along the steep, winding path to discover landscaped trees, fountains and cascades and reach the ruins of the 12th century Tormalta Castle. Amidst heritage buildings and medieval stonemasonry this little pocket of nature is a definite must see. Get your hiking boots ready though, this isn’t your everyday stroll in the park.
Village, 74340 Samoens, France