Mountain bike hire

Cycling in Samoëns is like taking an enchanted break in the heart of the French Alps. This pearl of Haute-Savoie reveals its most precious treasures to those who choose to explore it on two wheels. Renting a bike in Samoëns gives you the freedom to discover an area of breathtaking beauty at your own pace, where each pedal stroke brings you closer to a panorama more breathtaking than the last.

The Giffre Valley opens up to you like a picture book, page after page. Take the "Au fil du Giffre" greenway, a gentle artery that winds its way through wooded landscapes to the very heart of the region's natural riches. Families will particularly appreciate this peaceful escape, ideal for introducing the youngest to the joys of cycle touring.

For those seeking more intense sensations, the mythical Col de Joux Plane represents a major challenge. Often on the program of the Tour de France, this demanding climb rewards courageous cyclists with breathtaking panoramas of the surrounding peaks. It's a chance to live, for a day, in the shoes of a champion cyclist.

The Cirque du Fer à Cheval, the region's natural jewel, can be tamed by electric bike. These modern bikes, available for hire in Samoëns, make even the most daunting gradients accessible, allowing everyone, whatever their level, to venture into this natural sanctuary bordered by vertiginous cliffs and crystal-clear waterfalls.

The more intimate Boucle Sous la Ville offers a 14-kilometer route that envelops you in Savoyard authenticity. Traditional chalets, flower-filled gardens and stone fountains tell the story of the deep soul of this unspoilt region as you pass through its villages.

For a full day of adventure, try the Boucle du Giffre. Its 24 kilometers will take you to picturesque villages such as Morillon, Verchaix and Taninges, where sunny terraces invite you to take a well-deserved break.

Bike rental in Samoëns caters for all tastes: Mountain bikes for forest trails, electric bikes for taming the mountains effortlessly, or road bikes for asphalt purists. Each season brings its own wonders, from spring flowers to the flamboyant colors of autumn, not forgetting the welcome coolness of the undergrowth in summer.

So, ready to hop on your bike for an authentic discovery of Samoëns and its hidden treasures?

Want to explore more by bike? After your stay in Samoëns, head for Vars, Vallons Pont d'Arc or Marigny-le-Châtel to extend your cycling experience.