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In the heart of the Montagnes du Giffre, discover the most beautiful routes on foot or mountain bike starting from Samoëns thanks to the many itineraries accessible to all.
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For even more hiking itineraries, click here. For VTTAE routes in the Montagnes du Giffre, click here.
NEW: a selection of 14 “turnkey” hikes to complement the summer shuttle service. An original way of combining the shuttle service with walking – or the other way round – to create some lovely loops in the valley! Discover the “Rando’ Bus” guide and the shuttle timetable.
On the Grand Massif side, discover the downhill mountain bike trails by clicking here.
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The path overhangs the gorges until the bridge, crossing the Giffre des Fonts, which gives access to the refuge and the mountain pasture.
Departure point : Samoëns Tourist Office
Tip: You can park your car at Salvagny
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Mountain symbol overlooking the village of Samoëns.
Departure: Vallon d'en haut
To discover: the alpine chalets of Pertuet, Trot (refreshment room), Criou and Feux.
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Enjoy a safe family outing.
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Although located in the heart of the ski lifts, this short walk from the resort of Samoëns 1600 is very pleasant. Departure point: Plateau des Saix car park (Samoëns 1600). To discover : The Saix head (2100m)
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The Cascade du Rouget, nicknamed the "Queen of the Alps", offers visitors a contemplative and refreshing break. Departure point: Free car park at Nant Sec in Salvagny. TO DISCOVER The Cascade du Rouget, also known as the "Queen of the Alps".
Departure : Samoëns Tourist Office
Tip: You can park your car at the Parking du Nant Sec in Salvagny.
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Discover the chapels of Samoëns. The bulbous bell towers, of baroque influence, appear at the bend in the road and remind today's walkers of the patient work of the craftsmen of yesteryear.
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Following the Clévieux river for part of the route, you will reach the Golèse refuge, at the pass of the same name, to enjoy the view of the Giffre valley (Samoens) and the manche (Morzine).
Departure : Parking Le Plan aux Arches. From Samoëns, go to the place called "Les Moulins", then take the road on the right towards "Allamands". The car park is 800m after this village.
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The village of Vallon, splendid and particularly well maintained by its inhabitants, the Cavoêrus, is divided into two parts, Vallon d'en Bas and Vallon d'en Haut. The village became a civil parish in 1730.
Departure : Samoëns Tourist Office
To discover : The Samoëns fruit factory
Departure from Le Criou
Chapelle des Vallons
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A family itinerary to discover the beautiful Giffre valley. From our charming village of Samoëns, set off to discover the Giffre valley and its villages by following the river.
Departure : Samoëns Tourist Office D 907 from Taninges - D902 Rivière Enverse - D4 Morillon
To discover :
Leisure centre of the Lac aux Dames in Samoens
Blue Lake in Morillon
Chartreuse de Mélan and its park of contemporary works
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On the way up, you will find 4x4 trails, which will allow you to access the Bostan refuge and its panorama, and it is on the way down that you will have a lot of fun.
Departure : Parking Le Plan aux Arches. From Samoëns, go to the place called "Les Moulins", then take the road on the right towards "Les Allamands". The car park is 800m after this village.
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A grandiose route allowing you to admire the Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval.
From our charming village of Samoëns come and discover our beautiful valley.
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This pass has often been a justice of the peace for the riders of the Tour de France © and the Dauphiné Libéré ©.
His ascent by bike from Samoëns, apart from sporting performance which requires good training, is the opportunity to browse a wonderful balcony opening onto the valley, then towards the Mont-Blanc massif under its most majestic profile.
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