This is a typical family walk, along the banks of the River Giffre between Samoëns and Morillon in a wide forest road
The Samoëns leisure centre is organised around two lakes linked by a small waterfall. The tour of these lakes is in itself a short but very pleasant walk, with the Haut Giffre mountains in the background and more particularly the Criou.
The route to the Lac Bleu de Morillon takes the wooden bridge, located near the refreshment bar, between the two lakes. Shortly after the bridge turn right, then left, to enter a mixed forest: spruce and beech.
A wide path leads you to the R'Biolle footbridge which, with a single span of 17 metres, spans the Giffre.
At the end of the footbridge the path turns right and takes you through the woods of L'Etelley and then along the Giffre to the Lac Bleu de Morillon.
In July and August, the beach of the lake welcomes bathers (supervised swimming) and pleasant lawns invite you to relax.
Allow 1 1/2 hours for the return walk.
Flat ground.
Type of terrain: wide forest track.
Recommendation: no dogs allowed in the leisure complexes in Samoëns and Morillon.
Departure from the Lac aux Dames in Samoëns.
Difficulties: none
Map reference: Route 3 in the Vallée du Haut Giffre ramblers' guide ("topoguide").
Itinerary for guidance only.
The leisure centre is built around its two lakes, a short distance from the centre of the village, in country surroundings. It covers about 10 hectares. In summer, it is an ideal spot for relaxing with your family or friends. You can go for baths, walks between the two lakes, go fishing, or go for a run.You'll be able to develop your skills in complete safety, away from cars and the noise of everyday life. At the heart of the site is a large play area for children, as well as sports fields (soccer, basketball) for teenagers. Tennis (rental and lessons; samoens.tennisdugiffre.fr/ ), adventure course, open-air swimming pool (slide, 3 pools), paragliding, boules pitch. It's also the starting point for short family hikes. There are also two bars and restaurants where you can enjoy a meal or quench your thirst. Picnic areas, toilets and free parking!
Car park for the leisure centre in summer and the Nordic area in winter.
Cultural and congress centre, sports hall (426 seats, audience of 1,100 standing). Shows already hosted: Wishbone Ash, Rhoda Scott, Anne Roumanoff, Izia, The Gladiators, The Congos, Opéra-Studio from Geneva etc.This complex, which was inaugurated in 2007, is one of the largest cultural and sports centres in Haute-Savoie. Part of it has been designed for sports, with a 800 sq.m. gymnasium with an area for ball sports (basketball, handball, volleyball), a climbing wall, a dance practice room and a judo hall. The other part of the building has been designed for cultural events, receptions and business meetings. It includes a 426-seat theatre (1100 standing places) that has all the resources required for a wide range of shows, concerts or conferences. This section of the complex also has a 70 sq.m. meeting room. Each section of the building has its own entrance, making both parts independent of each other. Finally, Le Bois aux Dames has a café, serving light refreshments, overlooking the lakes (Lacs aux Dames). There are also tennis courts, an open-air swimming pool (summer only) and a range of other activities and events.
Two lakes which constitute one of the attractions of the Samoëns leisure centre.Activities: fishing in the first lake. Golf practice in July and August on water on the second lake. In July and August, leisure base: playground, picnic areas, tennis, swimming pool, football, skateboard ramp, trampoline, adventure park of 3.5 hectares and paintball.
Located in an exceptional setting, 5 outdoor courts and 3 beach tennis courts are available to you! Above all, a friendly club, everyone can practice their tennis as they like. Tennis school, lessons and courses are also offered.Located at the bottom of the Criou, the Samoëns Tennis Club offers you an exceptional setting that few clubs can boast of. The 5 tennis courts and the 3 beach tennis courts make the Samoëns Tennis Club an ideal place to hit the ball. The only mountain club to offer Beach Tennis courts, the Samoëns Tennis Club offers you the opportunity to try this new practice in a fun way! With more than 100 members year-round, young and old can practice tennis here as they wish. Leisure or competition, there’s something for everyone. With a key word, conviviality.
The EQUITA PASSION team welcomes you all year for various equestrian activities !Pony rides for children aged 1 to 10 around the leisure park of Lac aux Dames. Various routes are available, horse-riding from 1 and a half hours to several days, Riding lessons.
Come and spend your holidays in a magical setting and a complete change of scenery. The campsite is located 150m from the access to the Grand Massif ski lift, and 700m from the village. Rental of mobile homes, camper pitchesOur campsite has 190 flat, grassy pitches on a 6.9 hectare site. A dynamic and smiling team will welcome you and will be at your disposal for any information. Acquisition of a Mobile-Home PMR (People with Reduced Mobility). Campotel renting: The Campotel is a pavilion comprising 6 mountain-style studios for 4/5 people, located on the edge of the Lac aux Dames, within the campsite. Each studio includes 1 living room with an equipped kitchenette, a bedroom with a double bed, shower room - wc, and on a mezzanine, 2 single beds + a trundle bed. Mobile home rental: The Mobile home 4 persons, located at the entrance of the campsite includes 1 living room with an equipped kitchenette, two bedrooms, one with a double bed, shower room, separate toilet and terrace. Tent rental: The tent, designed for 4/6 people, consists of a large living room, two bedrooms, a wardrobe between the 2 bedrooms, 3 large bays for lighting the living room. Of 2 windows on the back wall equipped with shutters. The tent will also be set up with an awning. Complete and pleasant, this tent will make you spend excellent holidays.
Office de Tourisme de Samoëns - 27/06/2024
www.samoens.com
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In July and August, the Lac Bleu beach is ideal for swimming (lifesaver in attendance).
From 05/05 to 10/11.
Please contact the tourist office beforehand.
Email : nordic.hg@orange.fr
Website : www.valleeduhautgiffre.fr