Samoëns - Your Questions Answered
New Snow in Samoëns
When will it snow in Samoëns?
When is the next forecast snowfall?
The next notable snow forecast is 2cm 1in , expected on 24 April.
Find out more :- long-range Snow Forecast
Forecast updated : 24 Apr 2025 03:33 BST
When did it last snow in Samoëns?
How old is the snow? When was the last reported snowfall?
Our most recent snow report indicates that it last snowed in Samoëns on Thursday 17th April 2025 with 40cm 16in of fresh snow falling.
Find out more :- Latest Snow Report for Samoëns
Snow in Samoëns, France
How much snow is there in Samoëns?
How deep is the snow on the ground?
The last report received from Samoëns gave snow depths of 55cm 22in on the upper slopes and 2cm 1in lower down.
Find out more :- Latest Snow Depths for Samoëns
Skiing in Samoëns, France
How high is Samoëns?
At what altitude is the ski area and resort?
Samoëns is at 1,600m 5,249ft . There are pistes / trails from 720m 2,362ft up to 2,500m 8,202ft above sea level.
Find out more :- Samoëns Facts & Figures
Where can I stay in Samoëns?
Are there hotels, chalets or apartments to rent in Samoëns?
We know of at least 213 Hotels, Chalets and Apartments in Samoëns.
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Can I hire skis and boots in Samoëns?
Is ski equipment available to rent in Samoëns?
Yes, you can rent Skis and Boots in Samoëns. What's more, if you book online - in advance - through J2Ski's Ski Hire partners, you can save up to 50% on the walk-in price!
Find out more :- Discounted Ski Hire in Samoëns
Which is the best Airport for Samoëns?
Which airports offer the shortest transfers?
The closest airports to Samoëns are Annecy, Chambery, Geneva and Sion.
Find out more :- Airport Transfer Times to Samoëns
When does Samoëns open?
When does the ski season start in Samoëns?
Samoëns usually opens late December.
When does Samoëns close?
When does the ski season end for Samoëns?
Samoëns usually closesLate April.
Please Note
In common with all ski areas, planned opening and closing dates may be changed at any time due to the current snow and operational conditions in Samoëns. You should always check directly with the Tourist Office before making plans to travel.