The 10 Best Things to do in Haute-Savoie, Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

August 10, 2021 Harland Bartelt

Discover the best top things to do in Haute-Savoie, France including Mont Blanc, Lake Annecy, British Alpine Ski School, Aiguille du Midi, Avoriaz, Le Chemin du Calvaire, Lac Leman, Tramway du Mont-Blanc, La Vieille Ville, Funiculaire de Thonon-les-Bains.
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1. Mont Blanc

Chamonix France
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5.0 based on 1,521 reviews

Mont Blanc

A towering mountain range on the Italian border, the highest peak of which measures nearly 16,000 feet, making it the second highest mountain in Europe.

Reviewed By Montrose3 - Montrose, United Kingdom

Just amazing first time I've really been in the Alps and wow was it worth waiting for we had a great few days some ace views ace boarding and just a fab time will be back!

2. Lake Annecy

74000, Annecy France +33 4 50 45 00 33 [email protected] http://www.lac-annecy.com/
Excellent
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5.0 based on 6,718 reviews

Lake Annecy

Reviewed By Curious54739211 - Vancouver, Canada

With one of the cleanest lakes in Europe, this is worth a relaxing stop for 2-3 days to amble along the lakeshore, take a boat excursion on the glacial-fed turquoise lake, hike or cycle, try some delicious raclette and make sure to wander beside the canals of the old town at night with glowing lanterns. Wonderful.

3. British Alpine Ski School

19 Place du Baraty Place Du Baraty, 74110, Morzine France +33 4 50 74 78 59 [email protected] http://www.britishskischool.com
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5.0 based on 517 reviews

British Alpine Ski School

BASS Morzine & Les Gets is a snowsports school and instructor training centre based in the French alps. We have established a reputation for excellence through the exceptional quality of our group sessions, private lessons and long term training provided in English language to small, personal groups. We operate in the resorts of Morzine, Les Gets and Avoriaz in the huge Portes Du Soleil. Out of European winters we deliver courses in UK snow centres and glacier resorts such as Stubai and Les Deux Alpes.

Reviewed By LauraMcCready

We thoroughly enjoyed our time in Morzine. Our 2 young children (aged 3&5) had their first private lesson with Tom-who was a well experienced lovely guy! I would highly recommend this company! Tom had a great approach towards our boys and clearly instructed them through out their lesson (from putting on their skis to checking their clothing and finally ensuring they learnt, listened and had fun!) Thank you to all at BASS!! online booking was informative and well instructed!! Excellent service!! From Laura, Glen, Tom & Fyn McCready

4. Aiguille du Midi

100 Place de l Aiguille du Midi Mont Blanc, 74400, Chamonix France https://www.montblancnaturalresort.com/fr/aiguille-du-midi
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4.5 based on 7,182 reviews

Aiguille du Midi

From Chamonix (1035m), fly over the forest to reach le Plan de l’Aiguille in 10 minutes (2317m). On your right, the Glacier des Bossons, in front of you the Mont-Blanc (4810m), on your left the Aiguille Verte, the Drus and the Aiguilles de Chamonix. Then take a second cable car which, in just 10 minutes takes you up to 3777m, over the seracs, the glacier des Pelerins and the hanging glaciers on the north face of the Aiguille du Midi. . From the top, a sightseeing panorama unique in the world. Experience a very high altitude.

Reviewed By Saif-UK - Worcester Park, United Kingdom

Amazing views ( must visit ) Lots of areas to visit Stepping in the glass box are amazing Staff are nice and friendly

5. Avoriaz

44 Promenade du Festival, 74110 Avoriaz, Morzine France +33 4 50 74 02 11 [email protected] http://www.avoriaz.com
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4.5 based on 1,175 reviews

Avoriaz

Avoriaz, very famous destination for a ski holiday, located in the heart of the Portes du Soleil ski aera will surprise you with its specificites. It's a car-free resort,ski-in, ski-out, where the snow covers every corners throughout the season and where you can have a ski-walk in the middle of the timber holiday residences that blend in with the countryside. It's also a resort with daily events, which fulfills your every wish of relaxation and escape. Enjoy your holidays in Avoriaz!Avoriaz will open on the 1st of July 2012, the Aquariaz, a unique concept in mountain water park!

Reviewed By Livnil - Atlanta, United States

Many restaurant choices, huge selection of slopes if you buy the Portes du Soleil ski pass covering France and Swiss borders, extremely friendly and courteous staff everywhere we went.

6. Le Chemin du Calvaire

Chemin du Calvaire Village, 74120 Megeve France +33 4 75 89 02 03 [email protected] http://www.aubenasvals.com
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4.5 based on 245 reviews

Le Chemin du Calvaire

Reviewed By Whatelse5 - The Netherlands, null

Our friends made us discover this pretty hike, quite easy, we discovered Megéve without snow and it was very good and so beautiful

7. Lac Leman

Quai Baron de Blonay, Evian-les-Bains France +33 4 50 75 04 26 http://www.lalpe.com/lalpe-72-lac-leman-petite-mer-des-alpes
Excellent
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4.5 based on 940 reviews

Lac Leman

Reviewed By laurinhalsd - Prague, Czech Republic

Very well taken care of promenade, not crowded, plenty of things to see and places to stop by and grab a bite or enjoy a drink.

8. Tramway du Mont-Blanc

80 avenue de la Gare Le Fayet, 74170, Saint-Gervais-les-Bains France +33 4 50 53 22 75 [email protected] http://www.montblancnaturalresort.com/fr/tramway-montblanc-ete
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4.5 based on 751 reviews

Tramway du Mont-Blanc

ENJOY NATURE ! Take this rack railway with an unique view of the Aiguilles de Chamonix and the Dômes de Miage to reach the Bellevue Plateau and discover some beautiful walks ideal for families. Take the train, up to Nid d’Aigle for a splendid view of the Bionnassay glacier.

Reviewed By SydneyTraveller2108

If you are staying in St Gervais taking the tram up to ski Les Houches is just a delightful experience. The cost is included in your ski pass. Highly recommended.

9. La Vieille Ville

74000, Annecy France +33 4 50 46 23 07 http://en.lac-annecy.com/discover/our-territory.html
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4.5 based on 4,532 reviews

La Vieille Ville

Reviewed By ReallyBadHat

An ancient city, sited on the shore of the beautiful lake Annecy, called the Venice of the Alps, intricately laced with a canal network, weaving between masses of historic buildings. Lots of restaurants, craft shops, galleries and food emporia are a magnet for visitors, when the market is on, the place can be heaving. On a wet mid week afternoon we pretty much had the place to ourselves (relatively), shame about the rain but it didn’t stop us bumbling about and exploring Definitely worth a visit

10. Funiculaire de Thonon-les-Bains

Thonon-les-Bains France +33 4 50 71 21 54 http://www.thononlesbains.com/fr/equipement/1/210683-funiculaire-de-thonon-les-bains.html
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4.0 based on 585 reviews

Funiculaire de Thonon-les-Bains

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