The village of Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval is located in the Haute-Savoie. Its population is around 800 inhabitants. Its unique natural setting makes it one of the “Grands Sites de France”.
A year-round tourist destination
In the 1950s, the modestly sized resort was soon very popular, as it offered a range of tourist activities in both summer and winter. The ski area is dedicated to family skiing with many disciplines accessible to all. The village has managed to preserve its authenticity by avoiding major urban developments.
It is above all nature that has given this village two fantastic sites: the Cirque du Fer-à-Cheval and the Cascade du Rouget. If in winter, skiing is popular, in summer, excursions, cycling and hiking, climbing and rafting are very popular activities for holidaymakers.
An enhanced heritage
It is the witness of a human occupation since the high Middle Ages in a valley dedicated to pastoralism. The canons contributed to the adaptation of the people to a high altitude mountainous country with rigorous winters.
The commune continues to keep its traditions alive through crafts and pastoralism. In terms of music, Sixt has a wind band, a school of music, a choir and folklore.
The ski area and winter sports
The ski area is part of the 265 kilometres of pistes of the Grand Massif. It is mainly dedicated to family skiing in the Sixt area. We invite you to discover the offers proposed: downhill ski passes and cross-country ski passes.
The other winter sports disciplines are also well represented: snowshoeing, sledging, ice climbing, ski touring.
Snowshoeing routes
We offer you a selection of the most beautiful snowshoe outings:
The natural site of the Fer-à-Cheval cirque
The return journey is by road to the car park. The path is groomed in winter, so the tour can also be done on foot.
Duration: 1 hour
Difference in height: 45 metres.
This is one of the most beautiful family hikes you can do in Haute-Savoie.
The Rouget waterfall
The balcony of Sixt
The Chalets des Coppons
The best rated hotels
Depending on your budget, we have selected four hotels near Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval that offer excellent value for money and have very good customer reviews:
Vacancéole – Résidence Grand Massif
Prices start at 120 € per night.
AEC Vacances – Les Becchi
Rates start at € 120 per night.
Logis Hôtel Gai Soleil
From € 120 per night.
Residence Néméa Le Grand Tétras
Prices start at € 90 per night.
Résidence Hôtelière La Renardière
From € 125 per night.
The most beautiful chalets
For an unforgettable holiday in the mountains, we offer three chalets for rent in Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval that have received excellent reviews from customers:
Chalet des Cascades
It has a terrace with direct access to the garden, a bedroom with bathroom, a fully equipped kitchenette and a barbecue.
Chalet Narcisse
Chalet Vaclav
Summer activity ideas
This exceptional natural site offers the visitor remarkable activities:
Airboat trip down the river: this sport is supervised by an instructor. The airboat is an inflatable kayak that provides excellent gliding sensations on the water. Price: 40 €Address: 50 Route du Fer à Cheval, Chef lieu, Bâtiment le Bellavista, 74740 Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval.
Climbing at the Rocher des Tines: this site is made up of 6 rocks located at an altitude of 800 m. Their height varies between 10 and 80 metres. The approach is quick in 5 minutes with a car park nearby.Address: Gorges des Tines, 74740 Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval.
The Via Ferrata du Mont is integrated into the rocky bar below the village of Le Mont. It overlooks the Gorges des Tines between Samoëns and Sixt Fer à Cheval. It is accessible all year round. The difference in altitude is 150 metres and takes 3 to 4 hours.Address: Chef Lieu, 74740 Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval.
The Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval Yoga Festival
Numerous courses and workshops are offered: classes for children, discovery workshops, afghan walking, accro yoga, healthy food. You have to book the classes, as they are quickly full.
A giant free session takes place on Sunday morning outdoors in the magnificent setting of the Sixt-fer-à-Cheval circus. The festival village is open to the public in the town centre.
Prices: 12 € for a one-hour session, 30 € for the yoga hike or the yoga climb, 8 € for the children’s yoga. Day pass: 60 €, two-day pass: 110 €.
Access and public transport
By road, coming from Annecy, leave the A40 motorway at exit n° 18 Cluses-La Sardagne then follow the signs for Chatillon – Morillon – Samoëns and Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval.
There is also a bus service from the town of Cluses. You must take the LISHA 94 Samoëns – Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval line. It is advisable to reserve your place during the peak tourist season.
In terms of public transport, Skibus lines serve the various sites of the resort as well as Morillion, Samoëns and Sixt. This shuttle service is only available in winter and takes you to the foot of the slopes. These shuttles are free of charge in order to encourage soft transport.