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Experience the Alps in a new way: Moments to live and share
Looking for an adventure or a sporting experience? Keen to explore the cultural and heritage treasures of the Pays de Savoie, away from the crowds? Want to step into the shoes of a young shepherd, taste local flavors, discover the terroir, or meet passionate locals—artisans, farmers, true guardians of the region? Then you’re in the right place!
With Poudre d’Escampette, you do what you want: you choose your desires, and we craft the experience that suits you.
In the ‘Our Experiences’ section, we offer a selection of activities for which we have created practical guides, available upon request.
Depending on the composition of your family, group, or tribe, we tailor each suggestion to provide intense, authentic, and rejuvenating moments.
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Lindsay Cambervelle
Fantastic experience with Poudre d’Escampette! Our guide was amazing: passionate, attentive, and always smiling. Thanks to her, the tour was very enjoyable and enriching. Highly recommended!
Ilhem Laid Shared Her Review of Poudre d'Escampette
A very enjoyable road bike climb of the Col de Joux Plane from Samoëns, despite the challenge of this legendary pass, thanks to exceptional guidance!
Bernard Bonino gives his feedback
A very pleasant visit of Annecy, highly recommended!
Théophile - Avellina feedback
Thank you for this rediscovery of Samoëns, both historical and cultural. You think you know it, but nothing beats a great guide!
Agnès Bertrand Shares Her Review of Poudre d'Escampette
We spent two wonderful days with Laurence, a wonderful person and very professional. Thank you!
Anne-Marie Schnellmann Shares Her Review of Poudre d'Escampette
A very good experience cycling around the lake, with a guide who was extremely patient and very clear in their explanations.
Amélia Dupont gives her feedback
A wonderful experience! The hike was stunning and very well organized. Our guide was both passionate and attentive, sharing plenty of interesting anecdotes while making sure everyone fully enjoyed the outing. A great discovery that I would highly recommend without hesitation!
Elodie Bnl gives her feedback
A wonderful e-bike ride on very pleasant trails, without difficulty, with some passages above the Giffre. A great way to discover the Giffre Valley with stunning mountain views. Visited Taninges and Samoëns. Friendly guide with clear explanations and excellent organization
Luis t. gives his feedback
Wonderful tour with our guide, Laurence: an e-bike journey discovering the heritage of the Giffre Valley. Everything was perfect—the stops, the explanations, the bikes, the pace (Laurence adapted perfectly to our leisurely rhythm!), the safety, the cheerfulness, the attentiveness… and even the rain spared us! In short: responsible tourism, blending nature and culture; a unique and memorable experience that changes the way you see things. Tourism as we love it and as there should be more of.
Catherine Paquette Vassalli gives his feedback
Thank you, Laurence, for this wonderful discovery of Samoëns, which I will be happy to revisit after this very enriching tour! Thank you for all the shared insights and this immersion into the history of Haute-Savoie.
Virginie L. Shares Her Review of Poudre d'Escampette
Many thanks to Laurence for this visit. See you again very soon, for sure!