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Haute-Savoie has 51 listed wateside campsites, very largely around lakes: 42 establishments benefit from a body of water, against only nine on river banks. This imbalance is naturally explained by the presence of two of France's largest lakes, Lake Geneva and Lake Annecy, which structure a large part of the department's tourism offering.
Lake Geneva, shared with Switzerland, borders the entire north of the department for several dozens of kilometres, from Évian to Saint-Gingolph. Lake Annecy, renowned for the clarity of its waters, also concentrates many establishments, particularly on its east bank. Rivers, such as the Arve, complete the offering in mountain valleys.
With 51 campsites, Haute-Savoie establishes itself as a benchmark destination for camping on an alpine lake, between mountain and water activities.
Haute-Savoie is organised around two large lakes and the Mont-Blanc massif. Lake Geneva, the largest lake in Western Europe, allows sailing, paddleboarding and swimming, with towns such as Thonon-les-Bains or Évian-les-Bains on its banks. Lake Annecy, often cited for its water quality, is bordered by the old town of Annecy and its canals.
The Mont-Blanc massif, the Alps' highest peak, dominates the department and attracts hikers and mountaineers, particularly around Chamonix. Mid and high-mountain resorts offer numerous summer hiking routes with views of glaciers.
Between major alpine lakes and Europe's highest summits, Haute-Savoie combines water activities and mountain hiking.
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| Campsite | Rating | by the lake | From | Rating |
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| Camping Aloua | — | ✓ | 250€/sem. | — |