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To see and do nearby

Walks and outings in Evian Country

The medieval town of Yvoire (25 km from Evian)

Listed as one of "the most beautiful villages of France", the medieval town of Yvoire is an authentic fishing village. Beautifully landscaped and bustling with artists and craftsmen, Yvoire is one of the region's most remarkable sites.

Ripaille Castle (8 km from Evian)

This 15th-century castle, surrounded by its vineyards, was once the residence of the Dukes of Savoy. Guided tours, arboretum, tasting and sale of the estate's wines. Exhibitions are regularly organized.

Visits to Chablais

The region of Chablais is especially rich in places of interest to visit, including the Pont du Diable ("Devil's Bridge") Gorges, the Geneva Boat Museum, the Garden of the Five Senses and the Mechanical Music Museum...Discover all of the sites at www.visitesenchablais.fr.

Hikes in the Evian Country

The Evian Country has its own system of marked hiking trails. Information available at the tourist office.

The Mémises Massif, Dent d'Oche and Gavot Plateau

Less than 10 km from Evian, welcome to the alpine valleys of Bernex and Abondance, with sumptuous panoramic views of Lake Geneva from the Dent d'Oche and Mémises ranges (Thollon) and numerous hiking trails in the mountains, alpine pastures and forests. To explore by foot, by mountain bike or with skis.

Day trips to nearby Switzerland

The Gianadda Foundation

Each season, the Gianadda Foundation, an important cultural centre in the Valais, hosts prestigious exhibitions. It's also home to a remarkable automobile museum.
Visit its Web site

The international city of Geneva (45 km from Evian)

The headquarters of important international organizations. Visit the UN and the Red Cross Museum.
Capital of luxury watch-making, numerous museums and exhibitions.

Lausanne: cultural city and Olympic capital

Opposite Evian, a 35 minute boat trip across the lake. Visit the old town, the cathedral, the exhibitions of the Hermitage Foundation (visit the Web site), as well as the prestigious Olympic Museum in Ouchy.

The Swiss Vapour Park (in Le Bouveret, 20 km from Evian)

A remarkably landscaped amusement park dedicated to railways and miniature trains.

Léman sans frontière

This association gathers together 40 popular tourist sites around Lake Geneva. Guide available in tourist offices. Visit the Web site.