Walking loop : The hamlets of Samoëns

This walk near Samoëns has many facets: natural, architectural and cultural heritage. If you like beautiful houses and chalets, this is the walk for you.

On the foothills of the Giffre massif, the Samoëns hamlets loop offers you the chance to discover the wealth of the local heritage. From chalets and bread ovens to ponds and chapels, the many buildings that have stood the test of time bear witness to the village's agricultural past and add to its charm. From the hamlet of Bérouze and its castle, climb up to the Clos Parchet eco-museum. Take a tour of this traditional farmhouse and immerse yourself in the daily life of the Spetimontains of yesteryear. Overlooking the village of Samoëns, you'll also pass through the hamlet of Mathonex, with its oratory and chapel founded in 1656. On this walk, you'll retrace the history of Samoëns, whose authentic character has earned it the title of most beautiful village in Haute-Savoie in 2021.