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Gîte la Cigale

85 Route du Léman
Rated 8.3 in 121 reviews

Gîte la Cigale is an inviting retreat nestled in the charming village of Saxon in Switzerland. This quaint establishment offers a unique escape characterized by its warm and welcoming ambiance. Known for its picturesque location amidst the stunning backdrop of the Swiss Alps, Gîte la Cigale provides a serene sanctuary away from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Guests are welcomed into spaces that reflect the tranquility and natural beauty of the surrounding environment. Each room at Gîte la Cigale is thoughtfully designed to ensure comfort and relaxation, with many offering breathtaking views of the majestic alpine scenery. The interiors are tastefully decorated, blending traditional Swiss charm with modern conveniences to create a homely and cozy atmosphere.

Gîte la Cigale takes pride in its attentive service and personalized approach, ensuring each visitor’s stay is comfortable and memorable. The hotel offers a range of amenities aimed at enhancing the guest experience, from leisurely outdoor areas to a dining space where delectable local cuisine is served. The staff is renowned for their friendly demeanor and are always ready to assist with any requests or provide recommendations for exploring the scenic region.

The surroundings offer a variety of recreational opportunities, making it an ideal destination for nature lovers and adventure enthusiasts alike. Whether hiking through verdant trails, enjoying winter sports, or simply relishing the peace and quiet, Gîte la Cigale serves as a perfect base for exploring the diverse offerings of Saxon and its environs.

Climate and Weather

January
 4°
 -2°
 1°
 2
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
February
 6°
 -1°
 2°
 3
Sun hours / day
 18
Rain free days
March
 11°
 1°
 4°
 4
Sun hours / day
 20
Rain free days
April
 14°
 4°
 7°
 5
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
May
 19°
 8°
 11°
 6
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
June
 23°
 12°
 14°
 8
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
July
 26°
 14°
 17°
 9
Sun hours / day
 22
Rain free days
August
 25°
 14°
 17°
 8
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
September
 21°
 11°
 15°
 7
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
October
 15°
 7°
 11°
 5
Sun hours / day
 21
Rain free days
November
 9°
 3°
 6°
 3
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days
December
 5°
 0°
 3°
 2
Sun hours / day
 19
Rain free days

Michelin Restaurants in Saxon and near Gîte la Cigale

Saint-Maurice Parish Church
Saint-Maurice Parish Church
Church building in Saxon in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
2.2km / 1.4mi
Plus petite vigne cadastrée au monde (3 ceps).
Plus petite vigne cadastrée au monde (3 ceps).
4.2km / 2.6mi
Cœur Immaculé de Marie
Cœur Immaculé de Marie
4.5km / 2.8mi
Sainte-Catherine
Church building in Saillon, Switzerland
4.3km / 2.7mi
Chapelle St-Ours
Church building in Fully, Switzerland
4.9km / 3mi
Roman amphitheatre of Martigny
Roman amphitheatre of Martigny
Archaeological site in Martigny-Ville in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.9km / 4.9mi
La Bâtiaz Castle ruines
La Bâtiaz Castle ruines
Castle ruine in the canton of Valais in Switzerland
7.5km / 4.7mi
Musée et Chiens du Saint-Bernard
Musée et Chiens du Saint-Bernard
Museum in Martigny (Switzerland)
7.8km / 4.8mi
Saint-Théodule Parish Church
Saint-Théodule Parish Church
Church building in Isérables in the canton of Valias, Switzerland
7.5km / 4.7mi
Verbier-Station Church
Verbier-Station Church
Church building in Verbier in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.3km / 4.6mi
Former Saint-Laurent Church
Former Saint-Laurent Church
Church building in Riddes in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
6.1km / 3.8mi
Église paroissiale
Église paroissiale
Church building in Riddes, Switzerland
6.1km / 3.8mi
Saint-Maurice church with ossuary and former rectory
Saint-Maurice church with ossuary and former rectory
Church buildings in Le Châble in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.8km / 4.8mi
Old church and bell tower
Old church and bell tower
Church building in Leytron in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
6.7km / 4.2mi
Église de Leytron
Church building in Leytron, Switzerland
6.7km / 4.2mi
Saint-Étienne church
Saint-Étienne church
Church building in Sembrancher in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
6.7km / 4.2mi
Notre Dame des Neiges
Notre Dame des Neiges
Chapel building in Chemin-Dessus in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7km / 4.3mi
Church Notre-Dame des Champs
Church Notre-Dame des Champs
Church building in Martigny in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.4km / 4.6mi
Le Minotaure
Le Minotaure
Sculpture by Hans Erni
7km / 4.4mi
Gorges du Durnand
Gorges du Durnand
Valley in Canton of Valais, Switzerland
10km / 6.2mi
Saint-Pierre church and former priory
Saint-Pierre church and former priory
Church building in Saint-Pierre-de-Clages in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
8.8km / 5.5mi
Saint-André church and rectory
Saint-André church and rectory
Church buildings in Chamoson in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
8.9km / 5.6mi
Church of Saint-Theodule
Church of Saint-Theodule
Church building in Bovernier, Switzerland
8.3km / 5.1mi
Église Saint-Michel
Church building in Martigny, Switzerland
8.5km / 5.3mi
Notre-Dame de Lourdes
Church of the Ravoire village in Valais, Switzerland
9.5km / 5.9mi
Ruinen Schloss Crêt
Castle ruins in Ardon in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
11.3km / 7.1mi
Église du Christ-Roi de Fey
Église du Christ-Roi de Fey
Church building in Canton of Valais, Switzerland
10.4km / 6.5mi
Saint Nicholas of Myra bell tower and church
Saint Nicholas of Myra bell tower and church
Church building in Orsières in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
12km / 7.5mi
Saint-Jean chapel
Saint-Jean chapel
Chapel building in Martigny-Combe in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
10.5km / 6.6mi
Fort de Dailly
Fort de Dailly
Fortification in Switzerland
12.2km / 7.6mi
Artillery Fort of Champex
Artillery Fort of Champex
Museum in Switzerland
12.8km / 7.9mi
Saint-Léger church (frescoes) and rectory
Saint-Léger church (frescoes) and rectory
13.5km / 8.4mi
Église de Haute-Nendaz
Church building in Nendaz, Switzerland
12.4km / 7.7mi
Museum of Glacier
Museum of Glacier
Museum in Lourtier in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
13.3km / 8.3mi
Eglise catholique
Church building in Orsières, Switzerland
12.7km / 7.9mi
Territorial Abbey of Saint-Maurice
Territorial Abbey of Saint-Maurice
6th century territorial abbey immediately subject to the Holy See in Switzerland
14.6km / 9.1mi
Castle in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
Castle in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
Castle in Saint-Maurice in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
14.9km / 9.3mi
Fort du Scex
Fort du Scex
Military museum
14.7km / 9.2mi
Tour Dufour
15km / 9.3mi
Chapelle de Chandonne
Church building in Liddes, Switzerland
15km / 9.3mi
Rive-Haute Chapel
14.7km / 9.2mi
Chapelle Saint-Laurent
Chapelle Saint-Laurent
Chapel building in Liddes in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
16km / 9.9mi
Batterie de l'Arzillier
Batterie de l'Arzillier
Dufour fortifications at Bex, Switzerland
14.8km / 9.2mi
Dufour fortifications
Dufour fortifications
Group of fortifications located between the Vaud municipality of Bex and the Valais municipalities of Saint-Maurice and Vérossaz in Switzerland.
14.9km / 9.2mi
Fornet Memorial
Memorial in Bex, Switzerland
15.6km / 9.7mi

What to do in Saxon and near Gîte la Cigale

Saint-Maurice Parish Church
Saint-Maurice Parish Church
Church building in Saxon in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
2.2km / 1.4mi
Plus petite vigne cadastrée au monde (3 ceps).
Plus petite vigne cadastrée au monde (3 ceps).
4.2km / 2.6mi
Cœur Immaculé de Marie
Cœur Immaculé de Marie
4.5km / 2.8mi
Sainte-Catherine
Church building in Saillon, Switzerland
4.3km / 2.7mi
Chapelle St-Ours
Church building in Fully, Switzerland
4.9km / 3mi
Roman amphitheatre of Martigny
Roman amphitheatre of Martigny
Archaeological site in Martigny-Ville in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.9km / 4.9mi
La Bâtiaz Castle ruines
La Bâtiaz Castle ruines
Castle ruine in the canton of Valais in Switzerland
7.5km / 4.7mi
Musée et Chiens du Saint-Bernard
Musée et Chiens du Saint-Bernard
Museum in Martigny (Switzerland)
7.8km / 4.8mi
Saint-Théodule Parish Church
Saint-Théodule Parish Church
Church building in Isérables in the canton of Valias, Switzerland
7.5km / 4.7mi
Verbier-Station Church
Verbier-Station Church
Church building in Verbier in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.3km / 4.6mi
Former Saint-Laurent Church
Former Saint-Laurent Church
Church building in Riddes in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
6.1km / 3.8mi
Église paroissiale
Église paroissiale
Church building in Riddes, Switzerland
6.1km / 3.8mi
Saint-Maurice church with ossuary and former rectory
Saint-Maurice church with ossuary and former rectory
Church buildings in Le Châble in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.8km / 4.8mi
Old church and bell tower
Old church and bell tower
Church building in Leytron in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
6.7km / 4.2mi
Église de Leytron
Church building in Leytron, Switzerland
6.7km / 4.2mi
Saint-Étienne church
Saint-Étienne church
Church building in Sembrancher in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
6.7km / 4.2mi
Notre Dame des Neiges
Notre Dame des Neiges
Chapel building in Chemin-Dessus in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7km / 4.3mi
Church Notre-Dame des Champs
Church Notre-Dame des Champs
Church building in Martigny in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
7.4km / 4.6mi
Le Minotaure
Le Minotaure
Sculpture by Hans Erni
7km / 4.4mi
Gorges du Durnand
Gorges du Durnand
Valley in Canton of Valais, Switzerland
10km / 6.2mi
Saint-Pierre church and former priory
Saint-Pierre church and former priory
Church building in Saint-Pierre-de-Clages in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
8.8km / 5.5mi
Saint-André church and rectory
Saint-André church and rectory
Church buildings in Chamoson in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
8.9km / 5.6mi
Church of Saint-Theodule
Church of Saint-Theodule
Church building in Bovernier, Switzerland
8.3km / 5.1mi
Église Saint-Michel
Church building in Martigny, Switzerland
8.5km / 5.3mi
Notre-Dame de Lourdes
Church of the Ravoire village in Valais, Switzerland
9.5km / 5.9mi
Ruinen Schloss Crêt
Castle ruins in Ardon in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
11.3km / 7.1mi
Église du Christ-Roi de Fey
Église du Christ-Roi de Fey
Church building in Canton of Valais, Switzerland
10.4km / 6.5mi
Saint Nicholas of Myra bell tower and church
Saint Nicholas of Myra bell tower and church
Church building in Orsières in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
12km / 7.5mi
Saint-Jean chapel
Saint-Jean chapel
Chapel building in Martigny-Combe in the canton of Valais, Switzerland
10.5km / 6.6mi
Fort de Dailly
Fort de Dailly
Fortification in Switzerland
12.2km / 7.6mi

About Saxon

Saxon, Switzerland, offers a range of activities and experiences that cater to different interests. One of the highlights is exploring the natural beauty of the surrounding landscapes. The region is characterized by stunning mountains, lush valleys, and picturesque lakes, making it ideal for both hiking and cycling. Trails vary in difficulty, allowing visitors to choose routes that suit their fitness levels.

Another key attraction is the cultural heritage of Saxon, which is reflected in its charming architecture and local traditions. Taking time to wander through the town, you can appreciate the historical buildings and perhaps visit a few small museums that showcase the history of the area. Engaging with local artisans and markets can also provide insights into the regional crafts and culinary specialties.

For those interested in outdoor activities, the nearby lakes offer opportunities for swimming, kayaking, and fishing during the warmer months. In the winter, the area becomes a hub for skiing and snowboarding, with several ski resorts accessible from Saxon.

Additionally, the culinary scene in Saxon is worth exploring. Local restaurants often feature traditional Swiss dishes made with fresh, local ingredients. Trying regional cheeses and wines is a popular activity for visitors.

Lastly, Saxon serves as a convenient base for exploring the wider region, including trips to nearby towns and natural parks, which enhances the overall experience. This combination of outdoor activities, cultural exploration, and local gastronomy makes Saxon a destination well worth considering.




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