Summer Activities

OTHER SUMMER ACTIVITIES

Mountain Biking

Mountain biking is now a huge focus on the summer sports calendar here. The Grand Massif Express lift in Samoëns has opened the domain in a completely new way, allowing cross-country bikers and downhillers to enjoy over 600kms of trails within the Grand Massif, with access to Les Carroz, Morillon, Flaine and Sixt.

It is recommended that you pick up a trail map from the tourist office and/or get hold of a copy of ‘Classic VTT’ Mountain Bike routes, available to buy in most book shops in Samoëns.

Bike Hire & Guided Rides

If you haven’t brought a mountain bike out with you, a wide variety of bikes are available in town from classic hardtail cross country mountain bikes to monster looking full suspension racers and electric fat bikes. You can also get a pro to take you around the best local spots, available for a full or half day:

X’treme Glisses: +33 4 50 89 82 30 – (Mention Mountain People for discounts)

White Water Rafting 

Nunayak, located in Sixt, across from the Tourist Office. They offer rafting, hydrospeed, swimming in rapids, canyoning, and multiple other activities, as well as a bar and restaurant.    

+ 33 450 93 86 74.

We also recommend Ecolorado, where you can choose between a big raft, canoraft (2 people) or kayak.

Gorgux 1148, route de Sixt, 74340 Samoëns +33 4 50 34 45 26 

Paragliding 

You can get the Grand Massif Express lift to the main takeoff point at Samoëns 1600. Or, the 15 minute walk from Col de Joux Plane to ‘La Bourgeoise’ is another popular take-off point. For those wanting to try a tandem flight for the first time, try Pégase Air:

Route des Mouilles, Samoëns +33 4 50 34 95 80;   +33 6 07 14 94 24

Rock Climbing 

Zig Zag offer a good introductory course +33 6 31 20 44 10. For more experienced climbers, check at the tourist office for a list of Grand Massif and Via Ferrata guides. Never use any equipment you might find at the house, always hire or bring your own.

Via Ferrata 

The Via Ferrata in Sixt Fer a Cheval is a mixture of hiking and climbing, horizontally and vertically. The routes are equipped with cables and metal ladders to make the course easier, but it is still a physically demanding sport. It can be completed independently or with a guide. For a guided trail, contact Zig Zag  +33 6 31 20 44 10; www.zigzagski.com/summer

Horse Riding

Horse riding is a great way to explore the mountains from a slightly different point of view (i.e. on top of a horse !) Zig Zag offers forest treks in groups of up to 6 people for riders of all ages and experience levels. Departing from Les Carroz.For more information, contact Zig Zag  +33 6 31 20 44 10; www.zigzagski.com/summer

You can also make your way to the cirque du Fer-a-Cheval and ride within the backdrop of this incredible natural reserve, also known as ‘Le Bout du Monde’ (the end of the world). Book with Hippoloisirs +33 6 26 02 34 99