the reasons to discover the resort of La Sambuy
Among the ski resorts close toAnnecy, La Sambuy. This small resort is located in the town of Faverges-Seythenex. Various activities can be carried out there and we explain to you here why spend a day, or more, in La Sambuy.
A family ski resort
La Sambuy is a ski station family that will correspond to skiers with a minimum of experience. A little gem near Annecy, we can only recommend that you take a look. There is no doubt that you will appreciate the 10 slopes available to skiers. They are distributed as follows:
- 1 green
- 2 blue
- 3 red
- 4 black
The ski lifts, 4 in number, are in operation between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. If you like pretty views, we’ll meet you at the top of the La Sambuy chairlift. You will be able to admire the Mont-Blanc, the annecy lake or the spinner and Mount Charvin. Don’t forget your camera, especially on sunny days! At the end of the day, the declining light will also bring pretty colors to the surrounding mountains.
For this 2022-2023 season, the resort will be opened from December 17 to March 26. Just think that it will be closed on December 25 and January 1.
What about packages for the 2022-2023 season
As for packages, many options are available to skiers. We will give you a small overview.
Adults | Children | 13/17 years old – Students – Seniors | |
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Daytime | €19.50 | €15.50 | €16.50 |
low season day | €11.50 | €11.50 | €11.50 |
4 hours | 16 € | 13 € | 14€ |
2 hours | €14.50 | €11.50 | €12.50 |
beginners | 6 € | 6 € | 6 € |
6 days + 1 day free | 97 € | 76€ | 82 € |
20 hours | 69 € | €59.50 | 65 € |
Family pack (2 adults + 2 children) | 61€ | 61€ | 61€ |
winter season | 196 € | 155€ | 166€ |
Year | 212 € | 168€ | 182 € |
Note that packages can be purchased online as well as on site. In the first case, you will save time and will not have to wait in line.
Alpine skiing, but not only
If La Sambuy rhymes with Alpine skiing, however, this is not the only activity you can do. Thus, every Wednesday, you can attend the Boucle du savoir-faire at 2 p.m. This is a great opportunity to learn more about how the chairlifts, snow groomers and other resort-related equipment work, while talking with mountain professionals.
Snake gliss, for family sledding
During school holidays, you will also have the opportunity to try your hand at snake-gliss. If you don’t know this form of sled, it is great so much to diffuse to that. The concept is simple: a dozen sledges are added to each other, like a snake. Once installed, all you have to do is hit the slope. And for the trick, know that the seats placed at the back move more than those at the front.
Ski touring, to discover the wild side of La Sambuy
La Sambuy has something wild that you will appreciate even more if you practice Nordic skiing. Departing from the bottom of the resort, through the forest or from the top of the La Sambuy chairlift, you can access La Combe.
Obviously, we can only recommend that you set off for a day of ski touring the day after a snowfall. The landscapes will be all the more grandiose and you will be able to take advantage of the freshly fallen powder.
The marked path is indicated by purple signs. Remember to check the weather and avalanche conditions before leaving. Don’t forget to equip yourself accordingly and, if necessary, to be accompanied by a mountain professional.
4-season sledding, an activity synonymous with thrills
During school holidays, we recommend that you try out the 4-season sledge at La Sambuy. This activity is for everyone, whether you like thrills or you prefer to contemplate the landscape. Children needing more than 105 cm could also try their hand at sledding if they are accompanied by an adult. You will then descend 600 meters downhill and 9 bends in the forest of La Sambuy.
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La Sambuy, a future in suspense
Despite all the station’s assets, its future remains unresolved. The operating loss amounts to €450,000 per year and, while the price of energy increases, the infrastructures of La Sambuy will continue to age. Despite everything, the opening of this little pearl just 1 hour from Annecy is maintained for the 2022-2023 season. As for the price of the package, it does not increase compared to previous years. In order to fill this deficit as much as possible, the municipality of Faverges-Seythenex gives a subsidy to the station.
A station with an unusual profile
Unlike many resorts in Haute-Savoie, La Sambuy has no beds or restaurants. There is therefore no possible economic impact on the side of the town. And the station remains relatively out of the way compared to Annecy or Albertville, although this remains relative. If La Sambuy is now mainly for locals, it is nevertheless worth a detour. If only to support its operation.
So that skiers can enjoy La Sambuy for as long as possible, a collective reflection has been put in place, in collaboration with citizens and professionals. The goal? Give a second wind to the station.