Jun 12, 20204 min read"Summer in the alps - so what d'you do if you can't go skiing?"Summer in the Alps: why it's so more than just a winter destination - huge range of activities on offer for all ages, abilities, interests
May 30, 20192 min readLa Bourgeoise walk - maximum reward minimum effortLa Bourgeoise - a short walk with stunning views - maximum reward for minimum effort!
May 11, 20192 min readRefuge Alfred Wills circular walk and overnight stayThe walk to Refuge Alfred Wills, also known as Refuge d'Anterne, starts at Le Lignon and the first part of the route is the same for both...
Feb 20, 20192 min readArt in the Alps - the Giffre sculpture trail The Giffre river is a couple of minutes walk from the chalet and we often walk along the marked riverside trail to Samoëns, particularly...
Aug 31, 20182 min readUp, up to the Refuge du GrenaironThis summer we decided to head up to Refuge du Grenairon for an overnight stay with friends. We've stayed in quite a few of the local...
Jul 7, 20182 min readRefuge de Sales walkTurn right over the bridge in Sixt, following signs for the Cascade du Rouget and carry on up past the waterfall until the road ends at...
Jul 4, 20181 min readOur favourite walksThere are so many stunning walks near the chalet that it's pretty hard to reduce it to a shortlist but the list below are the walks that...