Samoens: Hotels and accommodation
Accommodation in Samoens
The alpine botanical garden Jardin botanique alpin de la Jaÿsinia is classified as a « Jardin remarquable de France ». It features 2,200 varieties of alpine flora and mountain plants from five continents. The garden was established in 1906 on the initiative of Marie-Louise Cognacq-Jaÿ, who came from Samoëns.
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Nature
Hiking trails from Samoëns lead, among other places, to Montagne du Criou; from the summit, there is a panoramic view over the valley and the town centre.
Culture and history
The Chapelle du Château was built in 1687 in the outbuildings of the former feudal castle of Samoëns. Guided tours of the « Circuits de la pierre taillée » showcase the work of the Frahans – stonemasons, bricklayers, master builders and stone sculptors from the Giffre Valley and other places – in the town centre and along the water.
A guided tour with commentary presents the historical and architectural heritage of Samoëns' historic town centre; it also explores life in the old town centre around the church and its development into a holiday resort.
The Ferme écomusée du Clos Parchet is a former traditional farm with an extensive collection of historical everyday objects and primarily documents daily life on the sunny slopes of Samoëns. Guided tours there provide an insight into the history and daily life of Haut-Giffre in a farmhouse dating from 1815. In summer, the farm hosts events centred around the bread oven; the visit ends with a tasting of regional products.
Paths and townscapes
The Les Hameaux de Samoëns walking circuit combines natural, architectural and cultural heritage. Along the way, visitors can see chalets, bread ovens, water basins and chapels, among other things.
Lakes and leisure
The Base de loisirs des Lacs aux Dames is a park of around 10 hectares surrounding two lakes near the centre of Samoëns. In summer, swimming is permitted in one of the two lakes. The site also offers outdoor leisure activities such as stand-up paddleboarding and fishing.
For the overview of the wider destination: Haute-Savoie.
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