Water sports and leisure activities Alpes

All facilities and services, at the historic sailing club in Annecy. Restaurant. Support: optimist, dinghy, @, people with disabilities.

Initiation for 8 years, leisure and competition, lake and river exits, with discovery of wildlife all year round.

ARC Aventures, based in Arc 1800, is your companion for unforgettable sporting adventures in the snow and mountains. Its ski school offers a wide range of individual and group sessions, supervised by instructors and guides specialized in skiing, snowboarding, off-piste and ski touring, as well as snowshoeing excursions. The pedagogical approach is tailored to the needs of each individual, with the absolute aim of ensuring the progress and success of students and customers, guaranteeing unforgettable winter vacations!

The International White Water Base is a very technical site. This is where the Club de Canoë Kayak Haute Isère is located, which can be contacted for summer services, bivouacs, white water swimming, etc. The thrills are there on this particularly moving site... but there is something for all levels: you can discover, initiate or even improve your canyoning skills. You have to have a strong heart, be an adventurer in your soul and love water... the rest is just happiness.

Their slogan: the river passionately! And these river runners are immersed in strong sensations. Rafting, bottler-raft, hydrospeed, swimming in deep water, canyon descent to discover all the waters of the region. L'Isère in Bourg-Saint-Maurice, the rapids of Aime, the water-Rouses canyons, Pussy, the waterfall of Angon (near Annecy), Montmin (near Annecy)… And of course you are framed by patented professionals. They lend combinations, neoprene slippers, vests, helmets… Discovery or development courses. Cool, the junior descent in rafting rafting for 8 years. Last Council: you need to know swimming!

A beautiful beach on the Lake Aiguebelette with many activities. Boat rental with pedals with slides, canoes, electric boats, boats and water games including large diving board of 3 m. A beach where you can exercise physically excluding with beach volleyball. Shade for the white skins and babies, solarium for those who want to have pretty colours. The new: a premium space with deckchairs and parasols for children (from 3 to 12 years old), access to boats (Le Mississippi).

Close to the port, the beach at Aiguebelette-le-Lac is a small oasis with lifeguard surveillance during the summer season, and a picnic area. This stretch of sand also offers a variety of water sports equipment and boats for hire. Open from April onwards, it offers an early taste of summer, allowing visitors to savor the surrounding landscape. The lake is distinguished by its unique turquoise-blue color, offering a soothing visual spectacle.

Lac du Bourget offers the ideal setting for a wide variety of water sports: canoeing, kayaking, paddling, sailing, catamaran sailing and much more. Rent equipment and discover the countryside from a whole new angle, whether for a relaxing day out or a welcome escape. Expert advice from passionate professionals is always a plus. And sometimes, for the lucky ones, you can take advantage of happy hours on rentals!

Le Morel is a dynamic place where a multitude of aquatic activities await visitors. Discover a variety of pools with water slides, a water sports area, a children's play area and a refreshing waterfall. In addition to indoor and outdoor games, courses are available for children and seniors. A golf course and sauna are also on offer. During the summer, the bar and restaurant remain open, adding a friendly touch to your getaway.

With the arrival of fine weather, Lac de Tignes is transformed into a veritable summer haven. Skis and snowboards give way to exciting and safe water sports. Why not opt for a paddleboard session, gliding over the waters of Tignes against a mountain backdrop while feeling the gentle caress of the sun on your skin? Surrounded by 25 hectares of pure water, the lake offers the ideal setting for relaxing with family and friends. Let yourself be lulled by the surrounding calm, or immerse yourself in the many water sports available.

The Centron leisure park is an ideal place for families to relax, offering a wide range of activities. In addition to its lake, playgrounds and green areas with barbecues, the base de loisirs is the starting point for a wide range of adventures. You can take to the Isère and Doron de Bozel rivers, with activities such as rafting, hydrospeed and stand-up paddle. During the summer, two special bases dedicated to these sports are available.

Lac des Hurtières is a haven of peace in a majestic mountain setting, offering the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This alpine lake invites you to swim in the summer months, while the surrounding trails are ideal for hiking, offering exceptional mountain panoramas. For fishing enthusiasts, the lake is a prime spot, rich in fish. Families also appreciate the picnic areas, perfect for relaxing afternoons by the water.

We know Flumet, a village perched at an altitude of 900 m, for its resort of Flumet-Saint-Nicolas-la-Chapelle, but perhaps a little less for its lake which is equipped for swimming during the summer. You can enjoy a relaxing day in a green setting and take advantage of the sports facilities and games for children at the Arrondine leisure area. The leisure centre even has its own highlight in summer with the water festival during the^third week of July: entertainment, games and music are in full swing (ask at the tourist office).

Between the waters of the Bourget lake and the mountains, it is on the northern bank that you can discover new panoramas, where nature is wilder... A touch of romanticism for some, in the wake of Alphonse de Lamartine who stayed in Aix-les-Bains for a while, in any case, calm and sweetness for others.. For the more sporty, rentals are available on site, whether for boating with or without a license, pedal boats, or other rowing activities. The restaurant Ô Lac serves fresh and delicious food.

Les Mottets beach is a real gem, popular with locals and visitors alike. Its modern facilities and well-designed amenities make it an ideal spot for a relaxing getaway or a pleasant stroll. Visitors can take part in regular educational workshops to learn more about this fascinating species. The site is also ideal for a convivial picnic or barbecue, in an enchanting setting where nature reigns supreme.

Dogs are allowed in unsupervised swimming areas around Gap. So you can take your Labrador or Newfoundland to cool off and have fun in Lac de Pelleautier, Chanteloube beach on Lac de Serre-Ponçon, on the lake's unguarded beaches or in the Gorges de la Méouge. Your water-loving pooch will thank you! In the off-season, dogs are also welcome on a number of other lakes. The beaches of Lac de Serre-Ponçon are dog-friendly only from All Saints' Day to Easter.

Directed by the champion Clémentine Lucine, the oldest water ski club on Lake Annecy offers to practice all the disciplines of water skiing while being towed by a boat: "classic" skiing, but also "new" disciplines such as wakeboard, wakeskate, wakesurf or bare foot. Practice for all publics from 2 years old with the baby-ski. Group or individual lessons. Training courses in July and August to discover the most beautiful sensations of sliding.

This is a complete offer of sports in live water and mountain sports: rafting, canyoning, hydrospeed, swimming in the river, canoeing, mountain biking, climbing and via, paragliding, acrobatic journey, hiking! For beginners, the most experienced, the very athletes, whether in individual, couples, family, friends, family, friends, associations, educational groups, BDE, associations, educational groups, or corporate committees, incentives, a team building, cocktails and multi-activity stays… In short, the choice is wide, all you have to do is choose the formula that corresponds to your desires. For winter, skiing and rental of apartments and chalets are also available.

The Fontreyne water sports stadium is a space accessible to all, dedicated to sports and leisure activities. It is composed of two indoor pools, the first one of 15 m and a depth increasing from 0,60 m to 1,50 m, and the second one of 25 m, with a depth from 2 m to 3,40 m. Free swimming, laps, training, games in the water... are all possible in these places. A schedule also allows you to take swimming lessons to improve your swimming. On Wednesday mornings, playful workshops are organized for children in the small pool.

Altitude Rafting offers a variety of activities to discover the region's rivers. You can choose between rafting, an inflatable boat for up to 8 people; cano-rafting, a small two-person boat offering greater independence; mini-rafting, a four-person boat where you paddle independently; or air-boating, a kayak-like boat offering stability and maneuvering speed. In addition to rafting, Altitude Rafting also offers canyoning, an activity combining climbing and water trekking. Three routes are available, suitable for all levels. It's important to note that for canyoning, you must be at least 8 years old and know how to swim. Altitude Rafting is located in Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval, opposite the town hall. They can also pick you up in Samoëns, at the bottom of the cable car.

Embrun, a town in France's Hautes-Alpes region, offers a wide range of outdoor activities, including rafting. Aqua Rafting specializes in rafting and offers descents in 4 or 8-seater rafts. Experienced guides will introduce you to the joys of whitewater and offer challenges adapted to your level. This activity is open to everyone from the age of 8, and no previous experience is necessary. Aqua Rafting also offers other activities such as kayaking, hydrospeed and stand-up paddle. Previous customer comments testify to the excellent quality of service and friendly atmosphere of the Aqua Rafting team.

Aix-les-Bains is a town in the Savoie region, famous for its lake and water sports. The club offers cruising school courses and internships, as well as sailboat rentals. It also offers skipper services and organizes tailor-made cruises. With over 40 cruising destinations available, sailing enthusiasts will be spoilt for choice. Ecoloc'Voile also focuses on corporate sailing, offering a unique communication and team-building experience. Whether for a family outing or to learn and master sailing, Ecoloc'Voile offers an intense experience at sea.

La Compagnie des Bateaux is a leisure and water sports company based in Thonon-les-Bains. It offers activities such as sightseeing cruises on Lake Geneva.