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Welcome to the Chablais region

The Chablais region is the first chain in Pre-Alps mountains between Lake Geneva and the Mont-Blanc mountain range. Its mountains are home to forests, alpine pastures and winter sports resorts.

The lower Chablais country or “Pays du Léman” forms an amphitheater that gradually rises behind the 50 kilometers of lakeside on the French side of Lake Geneva; Evian and Thonon mineral waters take their source at the heart of these ancient glacial deposits.

Lake Geneva is so big that it influences the climate of the whole of this region; it has been the center of major historical struggles between Geneva and the Savoy House, whose court resided at Ripaille at the start of the XVth Century, before choosing to reform and gradually improving relations with the Bernois.

The Chablais province, part of the Savoy region, which itself only became part of France in 1860, is on the outskirts of the region and remains highly influenced by the proximity of Geneva and the Swiss cantons.

The “Chablais Heritage” Association aims to help visitors discover the wealth and diversity of the Lake Geneva region’s cultural, historical and natural heritage.

  • Jardin d'eau
  • Palais lumière
  • Foret de Rippaille
  • Funiculaire
  • Source Evian
  • Musée de la préhistoire
  • Musée des Pompiers
  • Vieille douane
  • Galerie Etrave
  • Gorges du pont du diable

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Agenda

  • Triathlon d'Evian

    Triathlon d'Evian

    From Saturday 20 to Sunday 21 September 2025.

    The town of Evian and OC Sport (already organisers of the La Tour Genève Triathlon and the Mont-Blanc Triathlon) are proud to announce the 3rd edition, to be held on 20 and 21 September 2025.

  • Les Cognées - Concours de débardage mécanisé

    Les Cognées - Concours de débardage mécanisé

    From Saturday 20 to Sunday 21 September 2025.

    A competition unlike any other in the world!
    The Cognées - Vintage Edition is a gathering of old forestry tractors, with concerts, a refreshment bar and fast food... In short, it's a great way to spend a convivial moment in Cognées style!

  • Journées Européennes du Patrimoine - Abbaye  d'Abondance

    Journées Européennes du Patrimoine - Abbaye d'Abondance

    From Saturday 20 to Sunday 21 September 2025 between 9.30 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.

    On September 20 and 21, Abondance Abbey celebrates its architectural heritage during the European Heritage Days! Discover this emblematic monument of the Chablais region with a host of free activities.

  • Journées Européennes du Patrimoine - Maison du Fromage Abondance

    Journées Européennes du Patrimoine - Maison du Fromage Abondance

    Saturday 20 September 2025 between 9.30 am and 12 pm and between 2 pm and 6 pm.

    Come and celebrate our architectural heritage and enjoy free events at the Maison du Fromage Abondance on Saturday, Sept. 20. On the occasion of the European Heritage Days, discover the wealth of traditional housing in our valley.

  • Foire d'Automne et Salon International de la Race et du Fromage Abondance

    Foire d'Automne et Salon International de la Race et du Fromage Abondance

    From Saturday 4 to Sunday 5 October 2025.

    The 600th Foire d'Automne and the Salon International de la Race et du Fromage Abondance will be held on Saturday October 4 and Sunday October 5 in Abondance.

  • Toques en Chablais - Festival International de Gastronomie

    Toques en Chablais - Festival International de Gastronomie

    From Wednesday 8 to Sunday 12 October 2025.

    This autumn, Toques en Chablais is back to delight your taste buds! Get ready for a sensory journey to Capri, the pearl of Italy, and indulge in the authentic flavors of Italian gastronomy

  • Dinner in the Sky® by Thonon

    Dinner in the Sky® by Thonon

    From Friday 10 to Sunday 12 October 2025 on Friday and Saturday between 10 am and 10 pm. On Sunday between 9 am and 8 pm.

    Dinner in the Sky® returns to Thonon for the fourth year! At a height of 50 m overlooking Lake Geneva, 22 guests can savour an exceptional menu created by top chefs. A vertiginous and delicious experience!

  • Déjeuner in the Sky by Marco RUSSO de la "Villa Brunella" à Capri

    Déjeuner in the Sky by Marco RUSSO de la "Villa Brunella" à Capri

    Friday 10 October 2025 between 11.30 am and 1 pm and between 1.30 pm and 3 pm.

    Enjoy a lunch suspended above Lake Geneva

  • Goûter in the Sky by Aurélie COLLOMB-CLERC élue Cheffe Pâtissière de l'année 2021

    Goûter in the Sky by Aurélie COLLOMB-CLERC élue Cheffe Pâtissière de l'année 2021

    Friday 10 October 2025 between 3.30 pm and 4.30 pm.

    Take a sweet break... in the sky with Dinner in the Sky!

  • Apéro in the Sky by Pierre PECQUERY, poissonnerie "du Léman à l'Océan" à Maxilly

    Apéro in the Sky by Pierre PECQUERY, poissonnerie "du Léman à l'Océan" à Maxilly

    Friday 10 October 2025 between 5 pm and 6 pm.

    Treat yourself to an aperitif suspended between sky and lake with Dinner in the Sky!