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  Activities

Skiing
The Grand Massif offers 265 kms of on piste skiing. In addition there is a vast area of off piste skiing.
The resort is made up of Flaine, Les Carroz, Samoens, Morillon and Sixt.

Ski Pass
Ski Map

Ski Schools:
Zigzag
ESF
360 International
Ski Hire:
Skiset

Ski de fond
If you are not a down hill skier or you just want to keep away from the crowds then there is no better place than the Giffre Valley for cross country skiing.
The above ski schools offer lessons and or guiding.
Equipment can be hired from a number of the ski hire shops in either Samoens or Morillon

Raquette
This is a great activity for families, groups or just one to one with a guide.
There are many areas within the valley, woodland tracks or above the tree line where you can walk with raquettes.
Guided tours:
ALP Tracks


Snow Boarding
The Grand Massif offers a great variety of on and off piste runs for boarders, with challenging slopes and drops, and tree line runs. There are Jam Parks in Flaine, you will find this at the top of the Aujon drag lift and Morillon.

 


Parapente
An exhilarating experience and a great way to see the valley from the air when it is covered in snow.
You can book through Zigzag or contact: info@aironeparapente

 

Ice skating
Samoens has a covered outdoor 600m2 ice rink. This is located opposite the tourist office
at the Place de la gare. You will find all the information you need to know on the following link:

Ice Rink

 

Dog Sledding
Strapped to your sleigh and propelled along narrow mountain tracks by a team of dogs is an experience you should not miss.
For further details click here

Walking
For non skiers or for those who want a break from the slopes the walking opportunities in the valley are endless. You can head off from Chalet Brio either up into the mountains or down to the valley floor where you can stroll along the river bank or through the trees.
For the more adventurous members you can head for the stunning national park at Sixt Fer A Cheval

Shopping
Samoens village has a traffic free shopping zone where there are a number of delightful shops.
There is a large market held in the village every Wednesday morning.
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