Santa Claus's Hamlet in Andilly, near Annecy
Around 30 minutes from Annecy and Geneva, the Hameau du Père Noël in Andilly is a must-visit attraction.
Step into a world dedicated entirely to Christmas and meet Father Christmas in person.
Located in Saint-Blaise, at Mont-Sion, this much-loved family attraction welcomes visitors at various times throughout the year.
Begin your visit in an old wooden house decorated in festive colours. Here, almost everything is red and green. The welcoming setting immerses you in the magic of Christmas.
Explore Father Christmas’s kitchen, his bedroom and the toy-making workshop.
Your children can even meet Father Christmas on opening days. Bear in mind that queues can be long between October and December!
Continue your visit in the home of the Mères Noël, Father Christmas’s sisters, and discover their elegant, flower-filled surroundings.
Little ones can enjoy storytelling sessions held throughout the day in the storytelling room.
In the Elves’ Garden, admire Father Christmas’s famous sleigh and the illuminated Christmas tree before posting your letter in one of the hamlet’s letterboxes.
The Grenier aux Totottes, or “Dummy Attic”, is a special place where children leave their dummies with Father Christmas.
For every dummy donated, a meal is funded in Cambodia through the charity Pour un Sourire d’Enfant.
📍 Address: Hameau du Père Noël, 75 allée des Alouettes, 74350 Saint-Blaise (Mont-Sion), around 30 minutes from Annecy.
🕐 Opening times: from 17 October 2026 to 3 January 2027, from 10 am to 5.20 pm, with advance booking required. Allow around 1 hour 30 minutes for your visit.
💶 Admission: €16 for ages 12 and over, €11 for children aged 3 to 11, and free for children under 3.
Make the most of your family getaway at the Grand Parc d’Andilly, which becomes the Grand Parc de Noël for the festive season.
The home of Père Fouettard, Father Christmas’s stern counterpart, a carousel, a little Christmas train, a treetop maze and an eco-friendly skating rink: visitors of all ages can enjoy fun and discovery in an enchanting setting.
📍 Address: 374 chemin du Grand Parc, 74350 Andilly
🕐 Opening times: from 17 October 2026 to 3 January 2027, according to the opening calendar. Open from 11 am to 7 pm during the French autumn school holidays, with opening times varying at other periods. Allow around 3 hours 30 minutes for your visit.
💶 Admission: from €21.50 per adult and €15.50 per child, with free admission for children under 3.
Make Hôtel Rey du Mont-Sion your base for visiting the Hameau du Père Noël and the Grand Parc d’Andilly.
Our 3-star hotel in Saint-Blaise enjoys a prime location, 800 metres above sea level, between Annecy and Geneva.
The Hameau du Père Noël is just 50 metres from the hotel, making it easy to visit on foot. The Grand Parc d’Andilly is less than 2 km from the hotel. A free weekend shuttle provides access to the park.
Nestled at the foot of Mont Salève, our hotel welcomes you to 30 spacious rooms, suitable for families, couples and solo travellers.
You can also enjoy a covered swimming pool, open until 31 October, a tennis court and a fitness room.
In the morning, enjoy a buffet breakfast with sweet and savoury options to fuel up before exploring Haute-Savoie.
Step into a world dedicated entirely to Christmas and meet Father Christmas in person.
Located in Saint-Blaise, at Mont-Sion, this much-loved family attraction welcomes visitors at various times throughout the year.
Discover Father Christmas’s authentic home
Begin your visit in an old wooden house decorated in festive colours. Here, almost everything is red and green. The welcoming setting immerses you in the magic of Christmas.
Explore Father Christmas’s kitchen, his bedroom and the toy-making workshop.
Your children can even meet Father Christmas on opening days. Bear in mind that queues can be long between October and December!
Meet Father Christmas’s sisters and the elves
Continue your visit in the home of the Mères Noël, Father Christmas’s sisters, and discover their elegant, flower-filled surroundings.
Little ones can enjoy storytelling sessions held throughout the day in the storytelling room.
In the Elves’ Garden, admire Father Christmas’s famous sleigh and the illuminated Christmas tree before posting your letter in one of the hamlet’s letterboxes.
Discover the curious Grenier aux Totottes
The Grenier aux Totottes, or “Dummy Attic”, is a special place where children leave their dummies with Father Christmas.
For every dummy donated, a meal is funded in Cambodia through the charity Pour un Sourire d’Enfant.
Practical information
📍 Address: Hameau du Père Noël, 75 allée des Alouettes, 74350 Saint-Blaise (Mont-Sion), around 30 minutes from Annecy.
🕐 Opening times: from 17 October 2026 to 3 January 2027, from 10 am to 5.20 pm, with advance booking required. Allow around 1 hour 30 minutes for your visit.
💶 Admission: €16 for ages 12 and over, €11 for children aged 3 to 11, and free for children under 3.
Keep the magic going at the Grand Parc d’Andilly
Make the most of your family getaway at the Grand Parc d’Andilly, which becomes the Grand Parc de Noël for the festive season.
The home of Père Fouettard, Father Christmas’s stern counterpart, a carousel, a little Christmas train, a treetop maze and an eco-friendly skating rink: visitors of all ages can enjoy fun and discovery in an enchanting setting.
Practical information
📍 Address: 374 chemin du Grand Parc, 74350 Andilly
🕐 Opening times: from 17 October 2026 to 3 January 2027, according to the opening calendar. Open from 11 am to 7 pm during the French autumn school holidays, with opening times varying at other periods. Allow around 3 hours 30 minutes for your visit.
💶 Admission: from €21.50 per adult and €15.50 per child, with free admission for children under 3.
Stay at Hôtel Rey du Mont-Sion, between Annecy and Geneva
Make Hôtel Rey du Mont-Sion your base for visiting the Hameau du Père Noël and the Grand Parc d’Andilly.
Our 3-star hotel in Saint-Blaise enjoys a prime location, 800 metres above sea level, between Annecy and Geneva.
The Hameau du Père Noël is just 50 metres from the hotel, making it easy to visit on foot. The Grand Parc d’Andilly is less than 2 km from the hotel. A free weekend shuttle provides access to the park.
Nestled at the foot of Mont Salève, our hotel welcomes you to 30 spacious rooms, suitable for families, couples and solo travellers.
You can also enjoy a covered swimming pool, open until 31 October, a tennis court and a fitness room.
In the morning, enjoy a buffet breakfast with sweet and savoury options to fuel up before exploring Haute-Savoie.
