Randonnées, découvertes et curiosités franco-suisses Vaud - Valais - Haute-Savoie
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The Nants waterfall
Bellevaux (France)
Canyoning is popular here, at the waterfall located below the village, near the accropoarc. If it is a relaxing stroll you're after, you can walk on to the covered bridge a bit further on the boarder of the river.
Lac de la Mouille
Châtel (France)
General information about the lake: Outstanding site, 2ha, altitude 1,650m, depth 6m.Access on foot, approx. 1 hour's easy walking. Access via the Super-Châtel gondola lift in July and August only.
Lac du Fouyet
Saint-Jean-d'Aulps (France)
The little Fouyet lake is 45 minutes' walk from the Onchets hamlet. It's a haven of tranquillity in the middle of a forest which provides a tonic for walkers.
Lac de la Case
Bernex (France)
Situé au pied du Château d'Oche et de l'arête de Pelluaz, venez découvrir un petit lac charmant, fréquenté par les marmottes.
Maison des Dranse
Publier (France)
Sur les propriétés du conservatoire du littoral, se situe la Maison des Dranse qui propose de découvrir la faune et la flore de la réserve naturelle du Delta de la Dranse.
The Vouas of Lyaud
Lyaud (France)
Behind the simple appeal of this lake lies its unusual and ancient origin, one that dates to the last great glacial retreat. Here you can observe carnivorous
plants, dragonflies and grey herons.
Chablais UNESCO Global Geopark
Thonon-les-Bains (France)
The Chablais region has a globally unique geological heritage. In recognition of this, it is a UNESCO Global Geopark.
Marais de la Bossenot
Allinges (France)
Le marais de la Bossenot est inventorié au site Natura 2000 « Zones humides du Bas-Chablais ».
Le marais est particulièrement intéressant d'un point de vue de la flore et faune présentes et sa mise en valeur est facilitée par une majeure partie du site
Montriond Lake
Montriond (France)
This stunning lake - known also as the emerald green lake - sits quietly at the foot of immense cliffs and is a favourite with children and adults thanks to the idyllic vision it offers and the feeling of calm it evokes.
Lake Plagnes
Abondance (France)
It is located deep inside a preserved glacial valley and offer a peaceful place for walking and an easy-access fishing spot. The recreational lake was created in 1978 on the site of the ancient glacial lake. It is 4m deep and covers four hectares. Its neighbouring Cubourré Lake has changed into a peat bog.
L'Essert Waterfall
Châtel (France)
Waterfall located at 5 minutes from Châtel at the end of a forest path, it gives us all its freshness in summer.
Lac de Damoz des Moulins
Saint-Jean-d'Aulps (France)
Within two hours' walk from Mont d'Evian hamlet (above Saint Jean d'Aulps), Lake Damoz des Moulins stretches to the foot of the Pic de la Corne mountain in a stunning lush setting.
Forêt ivre
Vailly (France)
A l'origine plantée par l'homme pour lutter à la fois contre l'érosion et contre les glissements de terrain, elle est aujourd'hui un espace écologique aux ambiances variées et riche en biodiversité.
Petetoz lake
Bellevaux (France)
A mysterious, fairytale lake nestling higher up in the mountains. A one-hour walk from La Chèvrerie in Bellevaux. Angling permitted.
Lake Vallon
Bellevaux (France)
Created by a landslide in 1943, lake Vallon keeps secrets steeped in history. The lake, standing in the shadow of Roc d'Enfer between mountains and forests, delights walkers and anglers ( a haven for trout).
Brochaux Waterfall
Montriond (France)
Visitors can reach the magnificent Brochaux waterfall after a short 30/40-minute walk from Lindarets village. It's a fairytale place where visitors can take in a memorable sunset as the light plays on the tumbling water.
Mines d'or lake
Morzine (France)
At the end of the Manche valley, also known as the valley of gold mines, visitors like the little lake and its stunning setting of mountains, meadows and forest.
Panorama plage
Excenevex (France)
Depuis la plage, vue imprenable sur les Préalpes et la côte suisse
Leman lake
Thonon-les-Bains (France)
Lake Geneva is an authentic inland sea and the largest lake in Western Europe. It started out as a glacier mainly fed by the Rhone River. The lake is majestic in size and is a unique destination as the Sea in the Mountain!
The deers' waterfall
Lullin (France)
Located 10 minutes from the church, it is used by deer and other animals as a water supply, hence its name, the "cascade aux biches" ("deers waterfall").
Jotty Lake and Dam
La Vernaz (France)
Located on the river Dranse, Jotty lake is 1.5km long. The view from the dam shows the entrance to the Devil's Bridge gorge some way below.
Etang de la Dame
Thonon-les-Bains (France)
A pleasant park around a lake in the heart of Thonon town centre (by the Hôpitaux du Léman).
Green paradise and home to many species of bird.
You can fish in the lake (with a permit).
Etang Sandro
Douvaine (France)
Etang privé datant des années 1980, cet espace naturel protégé est localisé sur le site d'une ancienne carrière. Ouvert uniquement durant les Journées du Patrimoine au public, ce site vaut le déplacement.
Lac des Ecoles
Les Gets (France)
La zone humide des Boittets vous offre une belle découverte des enjeux de l'eau en montagne. Des tourbières, habitat fragile d'espèces protégées, au lac artificiel des Ecoles, votre chemin se fera... aquatique
Diomaz waterfall
Bellevaux (France)
In this delightful spot only 30 minutes from lake Vallon, the water flows over the waterfall into natural basins in the rock. At the foot of the cascade is the Carthesians' Cross, carved into the rock to mark the boundary of their land.
Quai de Ripaille
Thonon-les-Bains (France)
You can have a lovely walk along the 1,200m bank linking the marina and Thonon's communal beach.
La Dranse
Thonon-les-Bains (France)
Dranse is a white water river in the Haute-Savoie region that runs into Lake Geneva. It is ideal for water sports such as fishing, white water rafting, kayaking and hydrospeed.
Vouas du Lyaud
Lyaud (France)
Derrière leur allure d'étang, une origine atypique et ancienne se dévoile ; datant du retrait de la dernière grande glaciation. Vous y observerez des plantes carnivores, des libellules ou des hérons cendrés.
Lac de Queyset
Châtel (France)
Hillside reservoir inaugurated in 2010 with a view of Mont de Grange .
Ardent waterfall
Montriond (France)
The majestic Ardent waterfall high above Montriond village is half-way between Lake Montriond and Les Lindarets. It's emblematic of the valley, with its spectacular setting that captures the magic and splendour of the area.
Chilly Marsh
Douvaine (France)
Created by the Rhone Glacier, the Chilly Marsh is home to many plant and animal species typical of this habitat. From the walkways you can admire the birds which nest in diverse habitats of the marsh
Montriond Lake in winter
Montriond (France)
Immerse yourself in Montriond Lake's Frozen North setting as you take in the vast expanse of snow at the foot of immense cliffs...during the cold months Lake Montriond offers a dazzling winter coat thanks to a frozen layer of ice -- make sure you see it!
The Dranse Delta nature reserve
Thonon-les-Bains (France)
The Dranse Delta nature reserve is one of the last natural areas on the shores of lake Geneva ans is home to many animals and plant species.
Source de la Versoie
Thonon-les-Bains (France)
The benefits of Thonon water Clear still water, with a low mineral content, Thonon water is rich in calcium bicarbonate and magnesium, which are particularly diuretic. The Versoie Spring was declared of Public Interest and its use was authorised in June 1864 and was declared of interest to Public Health by the Academy of Medicine in 1890.
Excenevex sand beach
Excenevex (France)
You can find in Excenevex the only natural white sand beach on the Leman lakeside, located in a stunning alpine scenery.
Le Brevon
Bellevaux (France)
The river that gives its name to our valley rises at the foot of Roc d'Enfer is called le Brevon. It crosses the entire valley, through Vailly and Reyvroz, before flowing into les Dranses and the waters of the lake of Geneva.
Plage de la Pinède
(France)
Accessibles par un sentier derrière la Plage Municipale, ces plages de galets, d'accès libre et qui s'étendent sur près de 3000 m, vous offrent d'agréables promenades tout au long de l'année, et un lieu de baignade idyllique en saison ...
Lake Vonnes
Châtel (France)
One kilometre from the village centre, the trail around the lake is equipped for walking, cycling and pushchairs,
etc. There is also a playground for children,
Arvouin's lake
La Chapelle-d'Abondance (France)
At the foot of the summit of Linleu, this charming little glacial lake at 1663 m, in alpine pastures is one of the most classic walks in the Abondance valley, accessible to all by a well-marked path. Walking around the lake, fishing allowed.
Actualités
Exhibition « La montagne fertile : les Giacometti, Segantini, Amiet, Hodler, et leur héritage »
Quai Besson 74500 Évian-les-Bains Haute-Savoie (France)
This exhibition retraces the fertile restitution of swiss landscapes at the dawn of the 20th century, through the eyes of a small group of artists, gathered around the unifying figure of Giovanni Giacometti.
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A découvrir
Les Secrets de l'eau
Du Léman aux Mémises, la terre et l'eau se rencontrent dans des paysages doux et ronds. Ils abritent une source d'eau minérale naturelle, des sources vagabondes, des gisements de pierre de construction. Ces trésors vous livrent leurs secrets au fil de cet itinéraire.
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Voyage en eaux profondes
Le Chablais, dont l'origine latine signifie tête du lac - est un pays d'eau par excellence. Cet élément a marqué tout le paysage, il l'a bien souvent structuré, en surface comme en profondeur. Des mystères de la grotte aux Fées aux bains de Val d'Illiez, l'eau est votre guide au fil de cet itinéraire.
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