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Our guide to making the most of the popular school holiday winter weeks in Samoëns and the Grand Massif ski area.

Discover one of the most mind-blowing areas of the Alps, Le Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval. Just a short drive from the villages of Sixt and Samoëns in the French Alps, it is an area of outstanding beauty.

Samoëns has a growing reputation as a top-class holiday destination, but thanks to local language school Avancée Formation, it's also one of the best destinations to learn French in France.

Find out what's new at Alps Accommodation, as well as around Samoëns and the Grand Massif ski area.

Our 101 reason to visit Samoëns in the Spring or Autumn.

Seven mountain pastures, one dazzling destination, Samoëns’ rich history. A brief look at the non-ski history of Samoëns.

A guide to Le Tour de France 2023 as is passes through Samoens during stage 14, and close by during stage 15.

A great family friendly e-bike advernture from Samoens to the Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval beyond Sixt. The perfect day out!

Of all the wonderful ski resorts in the Alps, and the Haute Savoie, why should you choose Samoens and the Grand Massif?

Old-school weather and snow forecasting in Samoens, Morillon and the Grand Massif. Will it snow? Samoens Snow Forecast

What's new in the Grand Massif for winter 2021-22? We've got new cafes, restaurants, a new gondola for Samoens, and some changes in the ski area!

Here's our top 10 summer activities in Samoëns, Morillon, and Sixt in the French Alps

The Grand Cret Restaurant is new for Summer 2021! Located on the remote mountainside above Vercland, Samoens, it offers fantastic food in a wonderful alpine environment.

Vercland telecabine - The hamlet of Vercland, Samoens is getting a brand new telecabine! The new vercland ski lift will offer a quick and efficient link into the Grand Massif ski area.

Our guide to the top 6 unique things to do in Samoens and the Grand Massif in Winter. If you're coming to Samoens, Morillon, Sixt or the Grand Massif ski area, France, then you should not miss these activities!

Here's our guide to a cheaper ski holiday in Samoens and the Grand Massif. If you normally ski in the big name resorts such as Courchevel or Val d'Isere, you could save significantly in the Grand Massif, and have just as much fun!

Our guide to free summer activities in Samoens and the Haute Giffre valley. A summer holiday to Samoens provides fantastic value for money, but with our expert local knowledge you can get even more value for money, and fun!

Samoens' Unique Charm : A Land of Talents. We all love cheese, and here in Samoens we have some of the best! Reblochon and Tomme, to name just two, are produced in the very farms that surround the village. From cow, to tartiflette or fondue, it's a fascinating process!

Samoens' unique charm. The beauty of a not so typical ski resort. Why Samoens is so special.

Every evening, the varied wildlife surrounding Samoens and the Grand Massif ski area burst into life. They leave behind a vast network of tracks in the pristine fresh snow. But what are these animals? and where can you see them?

Savoyard mazots are a common sight in and around the villages of Samoens, Morillon and Sixt. We offer a great selection of renovated mazots, offering a truly Alpine experience. But what are the origins of these charming structures?

What do I need to pack for a ski holiday?? Take the stress out of packing for your next ski holiday in Samoens and the Grand Massif by following our packing list!

Autumn is upon us, and plans are already being formed for the winter season! We have a huge amount of local experience at Alps Accommodation, so let us help you make the most from you winter holiday in Samoens, Morillon and the Grand Massif.

Exciting times ahead: new developments in Samoens and the Grand Massif. From Sixt to Flaine link / lift and Samoens new swimming pool aquatic centre.

Samoens and the Grand Massif, your number 1 destination for mountain biking, road biking, fat biking and e-biking.

At the end of our beautiful valley you will find more waterfalls and stunning scenery than you could possibly ever imagine. One of the most beautiful is La Cascade de Rouget.

The histroy of Samoens and the Grand Massif's skiing. Over 100 years of skiing and winter sports and details on how skiing in Samoens has developed.

Top 10 Tips to help you book your holiday accommodation with confidence and avoid scam fradulent holiday accommodation websites. Is the property website legitimate and do the properties really exist?

The biggest and best of Samoens, Grand Massif. Samoens and the Grand Massif – a small, authentique village that packs a big punch.

Alps Accommodation were recently invited along on an excellent morning exploring the numerous works carried out in Samoens, Morillon and the Grand Massif, including the fantastic new Coulouvrier chairlift in the Combe de Coulouvrier, and dramatic changes to the Tete des Saix summit.

Wine Tasting in Samoens. Savoie Wines in the Grand Massif

An Inside Guide to Getting the Most From Your Summer Activity Holiday in Samoëns, Morillon and the Local Area

Here are top tips to help you prepare for your holiday in Samoens and the Grand Massif.

Top 10 tips for driving in the snow in Samoens, Morillon and the Grand Massif.

The Tour de France comes to Samoens! Stage 20 of the 2016 Tour de France came through Samoens on it's way from Megeve to Morzine, over the Col de Joux Plane. An amazing atmosphere, and an amazing day!

Samoens local village market with 60-130 stalls containing fresh local produce, clothes, plants, flowers, food, local hand crafted products and much more!

Fat Biking in Samoens, Morillon and The Grand Massif with Ride the Alps

The Samoens Trail Tour returns to the village again this year. Read the thoughts of our very own trail runner!

A fantastic winter season is coming to an end here in Samoens and the Grand Massif. Spring is here!

A guide to the best bars, cafes and restaurants of Morillon, Grand Massif, France.

Things to do in Samoens when it rains, Activities on while it rains

Samoens American Festival, Grand Massif France. A fantastic weekend of hamburgers, line dancing, and cowboys!

Autumn is a beautiful time of year in Samoens, read about it in our latest news article.

Details of the Mont Blanc Rally running through Samoens, Morillon and the Grand Massif

A summary of the 5th Samoens Envirotrek Located in Samoens and The Grand Massif

The Alps Accommodation go rafting on The Giffre river in Samoens

Hidden Gems in Samoens, an article about Geocaching in Samoens and the Grand Massif

Samoens hosted the first 'Samoens Trail Tour' and a round of the French Enduro Cup in an action packed weekend!

It is Spring in Samoens, Morillon and the Grand Massif! The Winter may have ended but the fun doesnt stop - mountain biking, hiking, swimming, relaxing, eating, drinking, just to name a few Spring-time activities!

A fun family day out in the wild animal park of the alps, just outside Chamonix, 40 minutes from Samoens

Test of the Tandem Ski in Samoens for the non skier as well as the disabled skier.

Samoens - other activities to do in and around Samoens while your friends are skiing

September is a fantastic time in Samoens, Morilon and the Grand Massif!

Find out what's new in the Grand Massif ski area.

Two beautiful lakes offering a multitude of year-round activities, located just 600m from the village centre.

A stunning emerald coloured lake, located just 400m from Morillon village centre, offering a fantastic selection of year-round activities.