LAKES & MOUNTAIN BREAKS IN FRANCE
France has many beautiful locations for your lakes and mountain short break. Here are a few of the best mountain lake resorts in France.
LAKE ANNECY SHORT BREAK
Lake Annecy has one of the most beautiful settings in the French Alps. Majestic mountains rise up from the clear waters and medieval buildings and castles add to the charm. There are plenty of activities to enjoy with an excellent network of walks, cycling tracks and a great choice of water sports. Lake Annecy is steeped in history and is a delightful mix of bustling streets, interesting shops and street cafés. Talloires is a quiet, picturesque village founded in the 11th century with its own bathing area. Veyrier-du-Lac is an attractive lakeside village with a traditional feel and an excellent choice of watersports.
ACTIVITIES
- sailing/boat hire
- swimming
- windsurfing
- water-skiing
- canoeing
- diving
- tennis
- mini golf
- golf
- petanque
- forest adventure trail
- horse-riding
- bike riding
- bowling
- climbing
- cycling
- lake cruises
- paragliding
CHAMONIX/MONT BLANC SHORT BREAK
Chamonix, at the foot of Mont Blanc, is a spectacular destination and the extensive lift network and clearly marked pathways give great access to the superb scenery. A breathtaking cable car ride up to the Aiguille du Midi at 12,000ft is a must, as is the Montenvers Rack Railway train journey that will sweep you up into the heart of the Mer de Glace glacier. Chamonix is an attractive and bustling town, with flower adorned chalets, colourful streets, pavement cafés, good restaurants, boutiques, shops and a huge range of activites for all ages.
ACTIVITIES
- trips up to L'Aiguille du Midi (3842m)
- train trip up to the Mer de Glace glacier
- mountain biking
- golf
- mini golf
- bowling
- fishing
- sports centre with indoor & outdoor pools
- ice rink
- gym
- sauna
- hammam
- tennis
- squash
- climbing wall
- rafting
- paragliding
- alpine museum
ALPE D'HUEZ SHORT BREAK
The popular resort of Alpe d'Huez is surrounded by stunning scenery and lush green meadows, located on a sunny plateau above the Oisan Valley. Its name derives from the beautiful pink and red hues on the surrounding peaks at sunrise and sunset. There is a huge array of activites on offer and Alpe d'Huez has often hosted the Tour de France.
WALKERS / HIKERS
Hikers should head to the Croix de Cassini 2373m for superb views There are challenging hikes to the Col de Sarenne via the Col de Cluy.
STROLLERS
There are many leisurely strolls around the resort and the lower slopes The cable cars and lifts also give access to some gentle higher walks.
RAMBLERS
This area is a paradise for ramblers The Sarenne Gorge is a must with pretty waterfalls to be seen Enjoy magnificent views from the Panoramic walk.
