Semnoz
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Chris A
Melbourne, Australia75 contributions
Nov 2023 • Family
beautiful old city with so much charm; great bars and restaurants, beautiful countryside walks in Semnoz and magnificent autumnal colours
Written December 7, 2023
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Tom B
Melbourne, Australia1,581 contributions
Jun 2023 • Friends
We enjoyed the steady climb to the summit and the amazing views from the top. The descent all the way back to Annecy was fun too!
Written June 14, 2023
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TomAndCarla
11 contributions
Jul 2022
A must go if you love a good view. We took a taxi up to the top, wish we could have stayed longer. Great spot for picnic and champagne in summer.
Written July 17, 2022
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KrithikaRajiv
Paris, France131 contributions
Dec 2020 • Family
We took bus number S2 which is right outside Annecy Gare/Station.
One hour journey by bus and it was full of snow.We enjoyed above and there were lots of other families enjoying their Skiing.
Remember to cover up well with snow boots and hand gloves.
Clean toilets available.
One hour journey by bus and it was full of snow.We enjoyed above and there were lots of other families enjoying their Skiing.
Remember to cover up well with snow boots and hand gloves.
Clean toilets available.
Written December 31, 2020
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Richard_Heaps
Broadstairs, UK116 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Go here on a clear day as the views are amazing, you can see right across to Mont Blanc. Alpine pastures, cows with bells, flowers, chalets and pine trees. Plenty of parking space and good tracks to walk around the summit plateau.
Written August 25, 2020
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Isabelle R
Bordeaux, France15 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
A very short drive from Annecy, and you are up high facing the Mont Blanc, gorgeous views, lots of animals and easy walks with kids.
Written August 14, 2020
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Ann H
Hersham, UK36 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
We recently visited here after reading the recommendations on Trip Advisor but were a little disappointed. Whilst the views were wonderful there was not an awful lot to do at the top. I would recommend the trail walk up to Col de la Forclaz instead. This is a beautiful walk which culminates in a pretty little town with the most stunning views.
Written August 5, 2020
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LinoYogya
Tangerang, Indonesia738 contributions
Nov 2019
We came there in November and in Semnoz snow had fallen at that time.
The view on the road from Annecy going up is amazing and in same time the view from top of Semnoz is another amazing one as well.
Definitely it is a worth place to travel if you are in the Annecy.
However be careful when snow fall down because the road going up there can be slippery and dangerous.
The view on the road from Annecy going up is amazing and in same time the view from top of Semnoz is another amazing one as well.
Definitely it is a worth place to travel if you are in the Annecy.
However be careful when snow fall down because the road going up there can be slippery and dangerous.
Written April 12, 2020
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Mrigaa S
Bangkok, Thailand5 contributions
Jan 2020
While many ski resorts can be ritzy and expensive, Semnoz is down-to-earth and affordable, with amazing views, good gear rental and regular bus service from Annecy, and perfect for beginners. The walking, Alpine ski and Nordic ski trails are very well-marked, and the reception lodges for each offer free lockers, a rest area to have your packed lunch and clean bathrooms. Lots of kids and families, and a relaxed vibe. There aren't a ton of restaurants and cafes the way you would find in more glamorous resorts, but it has its own charm. I was a first-timer, both to Le Semnoz and to Nordic ski and snowshoe, and I found it very easy to adjust.
Written February 4, 2020
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Elizaveta S
Jerusalem District, Israel9 contributions
Sep 2019
We went there just to take a look at Alphs. Perfect location to see the mountains (also Mont-Blanc).
Written December 16, 2019
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Marga2517
Lyon, France
Bonjour,
J’aurai souhaité savoir si ça valait le coup d’y aller l’hiver pour avoir un beau point de vue
et si la route était facilement accessible ?
Merci d’avance !
Ludivine et Fabien
Villeneuve-les-Sablons, France64 contributions
Bonjour, oui c’est facilement accessible et le pain est très sympa, vous pouvez même skier !
Daniel B
Rumilly, France1 contribution
Bonjour, j'ai acheté une photo au distributeur qui me proposait de me l'envoyer également par e mail, je ne l'ai pas reçu, cela date d'une semaine. Merci
Hi - What bus do you take to get to the Semnoz? I'm staying near Lake Annecy. Thank you!
Jean-Philippe D
Annecy, France187 contributions
Hi, please check the Bus available during the summer: departure at the gare
coleman7880
Derby, UK10 contributions
Is there a rental shop on the mountain? Or would I have to hire while I’m staying in Annecy.
Shmill21
Israel22 contributions
Hi, sorry for the late answer. No, there is no rental on the mountain. You should hire a car or ask abut public transportation at the information.
Afro_Nunes
Curitiba, PR5 contributions
Hello :) My wife and I will be arrinving at Annency on December 20°. Does any one knows if there will be any bus to Semnoz Ski station ? If yes, where can I find its schedule?
Thank you!
Afro_Nunes
Curitiba, PR5 contributions
Bom dia...estou pensando em ir com minha esposa esquiar em Le Semnoz. Está bem difícil escolher onde se hospedar... vocês tem alguma dica? Vale a pena ficar na cidade? Dai teria que locar um carro?
Desde já, muito obrigado
Qual a opção com melhor preço?
Tawane T
Fontaines-sur-Saone, France1 contribution
Bonjour
Est ce que le parcours est envisageable avec une poussette ?
Merci a tous
Jean-Philippe D
Annecy, France187 contributions
Le Semnoz est un col classé "hors catégorie". les 4 derniers Kms sont à 13%...
Par contre, vous pouvez vous arrêter soit à la station du Semnoz (activités de luge d'été, quad et trottinette, ou accès au plateau par le nouveau téléphérique). Ou encore garez vous à l'auberge un peu plus haut que la station
Olá, Eu gostaria de saber se dá para alugar roupar para a pratica de Ski em Semnoz/França?
Kehani H
Sawtell, NSW Australia105 contributions
Hello,
I am looking at visiting Annecy over Christmas this year. Hoping to have a little time to play in the snow. Recent knee injury will not allow skiing but was wondering if there is a good toboggan run in transport range of Annecy. We are also having 3 nights in Paris and 9 days in Brittany area visiting. Thought Annecy would be a different area.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Semnoz
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