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Evian Golf Academy: Practice Above Lake Geneva

Evian Golf Academy: Practice Above Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva & Lac Leman

If the championship course feels out of reach, don’t write off Evian golf altogether. The academy offers a chance to practise, learn and enjoy the setting without needing a professional handicap.

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June 2026

June 2026

Lake Geneva & Lac Leman

A few things catching my eye around Lake Geneva this month — from exhibitions in Lausanne to summer on the lake and seasonal favourites returning to menus.

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A Spectator’s Guide to the Amundi Evian Golf Championship

A Spectator’s Guide to the Amundi Evian Golf Championship

Lake Geneva & Lac Leman

Every July, Evian hosts one of the world’s biggest women’s golf events. Here’s how to enjoy the atmosphere, navigate the course and make the most of a day above Lake Geneva

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Évian-les-Bains: The Most Elegant Town on Lake Geneva?

Évian-les-Bains: The Most Elegant Town on Lake Geneva?

Lake Geneva & Lac Leman

From Belle Époque hotels and flower-lined promenades to cafés, markets and lake views, Évian-les-Bains is one of Lake Geneva’s most elegant towns.

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How to Get Out on Lake Geneva: Paddle Steamers, Boats and Ferries

How to Get Out on Lake Geneva: Paddle Steamers, Boats and Ferries

Lake Geneva & Lac Leman

From Belle Epoque steamers to tiny rental boats, here’s how to experience Lake Geneva properly — from the water itself.

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5 Things You Didn’t Know About Thollon-les-Mémises (above Lake Geneva)

5 Things You Didn’t Know About Thollon-les-Mémises (above Lake Geneva)

Village Life

High above Lake Geneva, Thollon-les-Mémises is a beautiful Alpine village with spectacular views. Here are five things you might not know.

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Tour de France 2026 in Evian

Tour de France 2026 in Evian

Lake Geneva & Lac Leman, Life in Thollon

The Tour de France 2026 is coming to the Haute Savoie. Discover the jerseys, caravan excitement and why Evian and Lake Geneva will be buzzing this July

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Welcome to Lake Geneva

Welcome to Lake Geneva

Lake Geneva & Lac Leman

Welcome to the beautiful shores of Lake Geneva. Everyone’s heard of Geneva. Famous for its iconic fountain, home of the Red Cross and countless other…

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Autumn in the Haute Savoie – A feast of Nature

Autumn in the Haute Savoie – A feast of Nature

Food & Drink

Autumn in the Haute Savoie, is there a more beautiful place on earth? As summer fades to a distant memory, we’re still enjoying soft breezes…

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Thollon-les-Memises to Col de Creusaz

Thollon-les-Memises to Col de Creusaz

Walks & Trails

This hike takes you to the Col de Creusaz. You can add one of the walks around Mont Bénand or Mont César.

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