Travel Guide Aix-Les-Bains

Aix-les-Bains is a spa town where life is good, and here vacations on the edge of the Alpine Riviera are perfect for idleness and relaxation. Not only does Aix-les-Bains have its feet in Lac du Bourget, it also has a solid reputation as a curative thanks to the quality of its underground waters, and has done so since Antiquity. It is also considered France's leading spa town. Here you'll find France's largest freshwater marina, with 1,500 moorings. Its sulfide-rich waters treat both rheumatism and respiratory ailments, attracting large numbers of spa-goers. Between lake and mountains, it's fair to say that the town's tourist and sporting assets are numerous and much sought-after throughout the seasons. When it comes to culture and monuments, the town is not to be outdone, organizing events and promoting its heritage with the Aquarium, the Faure Museum, the thermal baths, the racecourse, the Château de la Roche du Roi and the golf course. Last but not least, this seaside and spa resort is one of Europe's most romantic destinations, a fitting tribute to the Romantic poet and playwright Alphonse de Lamartine, who shaped the town with his fine pen in the 19th century. The town is also dotted with restaurants working hand in hand with local producers. Concerts and other festive evenings take place in a rare and privileged setting. Aix-les-Bains is a gentle poem to which Lamartine never ceased to pay homage throughout his work.