Samoëns is a beautiful, unspoiled (former stonemasons’) village in the Giffre Valley. The only ski resort in France to be listed as 'Monument Historique' it retains the qualities of a real French village. Much has been done to make it an attractive holiday place without destroying its historical and cultural features. It has the advantage over some other resorts of being truly French in nature rather than a complex of buildings purpose-built for winter sports. Here, you can experience the real France, while enjoying a winter sports or summer holiday.
Sample its restaurants and bars & look around the Wednesday market
Visit the Alpine Botanic Garden, museum or cheese-making factory
Use the winter children’s nursery (3 months-6 years), and the skating rink
Try a tour of the village & district, led by well informed guides
See Santa Claus on Christmas Eve & dance at Hogmanay
In February enjoy the weekly 'Savoyard Day' with traditional games, giant tartiflette & dance
Just have a great holiday!