Walking in the Samoens Area

Samoens really is a walkers' paradise.  Whether you wish to take a gentle stroll along the banks of the River Giffre or go out on a few days serious hiking and climbing up from 700m to 3100m altitude, it truly offers it all. 

The trails are signposted and with around 900km of marked trails, you are spoilt for choice.  We highly recommend taking maps and books available in our accommodation or from the Tourist Office.  Guides can be arranged locally in Samoens, click here for details.

Here's a list of our favourites, but there are many more still undiscovered.

Sixt Fer a Cheval National Park - A variety of flat walks suitable for all the family.  Either walk from Samoens to the area, or drive for 10 minutes into the park and walk from there.  Numerous waterfalls, plenty of wildlife and spectacular scenery at every turn.  This beautiful park is an essential visit on your holiday and can be explored throughout the year, with huge variations from season to season.

Chalet De Sale - A spectacular walk, taking 3-4 hours round trip, also suitable for all the family, but a certain fitness level is required for some steep climbs.  Starting in woodland, opening out into alpine pastures and plenty of spectacular waterfalls along the way.  From the Chalets de Sale, the adventures can continue on to refuges and even Chamonix!

Cirque Des Fonts - An adventurous walk approximately 4 hours round trip, ending in the most beautiful alpine picnic spot.  Not for the faint hearted but still accessible for all the family, this walk includes a long wobbly bridge.

Other favourites include Praz De Commune, La Golese, Refuge De Bostan, and Le Buet.

For a few more walk suggestions, click here

There are many Refuges (or mountain huts) in the Samoens area which are ideal for multiple day hikes, or for a refreshing drink during a shorter hike. For more information click here.