Additional Summer Activities in Samoens & Morillon

Samoens Swimming Pool

Samoens has a large open air swimming pool with 3 pools and water slides, it is set in 6000m2 of lawn enabling you to relax in stunning scenery. The more adventurous can swim the rapids with a qualified instructor, equipped with float, flippers and wetsuit. Or if that is not enough try a swim in the surrounding mountain lakes, the Lac aux Dames in Samoens and Lac Bleu in Morillon both offer life guarded swimming areas which are open July/August.

Canoeing, Rafting, Kayaking & Hydrospeed in Samoens

The Giffre River is perfect for a range of water activities, in particular rafting and canoeing. With a professional qualified instructor, you will be able to experience the thrills of the river and rapids without any previous experience. Alps Accommodation guests receive a 10% discount when booking with Ecolorado Rafting, visit their website for more information. Prices are approximately €40-55, depending on conditions an age limit of around 7 years is normally in place.

Nunayak, based in the heart of the village of Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, can off you for a descent of the Giffre by canoe, kayak and hydrospeed! Private departures, showers and Nunabar terrace to reward your efforts! A 10% reduction on these activities is available for our clients. More info on the Nunayak website.

Le Splash, Lac Bleu, Morillon

A fantastic inflatable obstacle course based on Lac Bleu in Morillon! Online booking is advised. Website

Canyoning

Accompanied by a specialized guide, descend a natural canyon using a mixture of walking, swimming, jumping, sliding, and abseiling. A half-day outing and a total change of scenery in the heart of nature in a completely unique environment. Alps Accommodation clients enjoy a 10% reduction on canyoning with Nunayak. Visit their website for more info.

Canyoning is also offered by Mountain Spirit - why not combine it with an e-bike ride to get you there?! Contact Mountain Spirit for more information on their packages. Website

Rock Climbing

Lots of great climbing is available within minutes of the town including indoor and outdoor climbing walls for beginners and intermediates, and overhangs for the experts.  Bookings can me made through www.zigzagski.com.

Water Skiing & Wake Boarding

Experience water skiing on a private local lake and try out the certified slalom course.  Great for beginners and the experienced.

Parapenting in Samoens

There are various options available to enjoy the magical experience of this sport. They range from single flights with a qualified instructor to 5-day paragliding courses. Normally an age limit of 10 years is applied. Alps Accommodation guests receive a 10% discount. Visit the website for more information.

Pumptrack in Morillon

The Morillon pumptrack is sure to be a hit with adults and kids alike! Located at Lac Bleu, Morillon, it's the ideal place to perfect those biking skills!

Adventure Parks in Samoens & Morillon

With 2 Indiana Adventure Parks, one for all ages and one for the little ones, everyone can have a go swinging like a monkey! Suspended bridges, climbing, rope slides and walkways high in the trees. A great way to experience a forest adventure in complete safety with qualified supervision. Alps Accommodation have managed to secure a 10% discount for everyone at the Morillon Adverture Park, or for 20% for groups of 4 or more booked in advance during the morning. Website

Fatscoot

These all-terrain, downhill scooters provide fun for all the family! Alps Accommodation guests receive a 10% from Sport 2000, Morillon. For more information call +33 (0)450 90 18 90. Website

Earth Connection

A contemplative getaway, to regain your well-being and vitality, in contact with Nature. We will immerse ourselves in the forest, soak up its sweetness, reconnect us to the living. A simple and fun approach to stimulate your energies and "recharge the batteries" by the "Grounding" method. Find out more

Via Ferrata in Sixt Fer-a-Cheval

This is a cross between walking and climbing, opening up the mountain to a wider spectrum of people. The routes are equipped with cables, ropes and ladders which make the route a little easier, although it is a demanding activity and not for those with a fear of heights.  You have two clips and are constantly attached to the mountain by at least one of them.  Check out the Alps Accommodation video of the via ferrata in Samoens.

Fishing

The best place for fishing is the lake at the Col de Joux plane.  The lake is stocked with trout and you can buy a fishing permit from the restaurant next to the lake.  The views are spectacular!

Geocaching

A great way to explore the local area around Samoens and Morillon. Find out more about it in our article Hidden Gems in Samoens.

Just Jump

An impressive trampoline park located in Marnaz, around 20 minutes drive from Samoëns. Perfect for rainy days! Website

A Great Place To Visit For All The family

50 minutes drive away is the Vitam Leisure Parc, just before Geneva. From soft play areas, to water parks with slides, indoor climbing walls for all ages, fitness activities, warm indoor and outdoor pools, shops, lunch - it's all there.  Ideal for sunny or rainy days! More information

Other activities include helicopter rides, tennis, horse riding, fishing in river streams and lakes, potholing, archery, jet skiing, and more! Day trips - either reached with your own transport or by taking a coach or organised tour from Samoens, the following are just some of the many day trips available. Travel by cable car from Chamonix to reach the peak of “Aiguille du Midi” at nearly 4,000 metres, offering great views of Mont Blanc. Visit Annecy with it’s canals and flower decked quays and marvellous shopping. Perhaps Lake Geneva to visit the largest lake in Europe or Yvoire situated on the lakes of Geneva with its 14th Century village and garden of senses. Or how about the fantastic Parc de Merlet animal park in Les Houches. Read more about the park in our article A Fun Family Day Out.