Name: This beach is absolutely fantastic! It offers convenient shade, restroom facilities, and a generous amount of lake space.
Item: Plage de Tourronde
Rating: 10
Author: Edward Reeves

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Plage de Tougues

Tougues 0.3 km

Very good

8.1

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

4.3 Amenities index

Plage de Messery

Messery 0.7 km

Good

7.8

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Turquoise pure water • Beach activities rent • Crowded in season

3.8 Amenities index

Montreux Plage

Clarens 0.3 km

Good

7.7

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray sand & pebble • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

4.4 Amenities index

Piscine de Villeneuve

Villeneuve 0.8 km

Good

7.6

Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Easy access • Concrete cover • Turquoise pure water • Short walking distance

3 Amenities index

Plage de Versoix

Versoix 1.4 km

Good

7.6

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Fine pebbles bottom

3.8 Amenities index

Camping

Plage de port municipal

Les Perris 0.5 km

Good

7.5

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Turquoise pure water • Good for Sup surfing • Crowded in season

3.8 Amenities index

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Popular types of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc beaches

Beaches in small bays

Resting by the sea for each traveler is associated with different activities. Someone loves complete relaxation and silence, while others need activity. Our configurator will always help you choose a beach that meets your personal needs.

If a beach holiday for you is primarily the sound of the surf, the cries of seagulls over the pier and leisurely walks along the coast, then you are definitely a fan of calm beaches. The most popular beaches for such a holiday in the vicinity of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc are Plage d'Excenevex, Plage de Doussard, Geneve-Plage.

What is there to do at Chamonix-Mont-Blanc beaches other than the obvious sunbathing and swimming? If you don't want your snorkel mask to go unused during your holiday, it is recommended to look in advance for information about what beach activities are available in the area. So, let's see what the beaches of town have to offer! The most popular types of active recreation in the area are considered to be: sup boarders, kayakers, water jumpers

The SUP board is the "sister" of surfing, born in Hawaii. Originally used on waves, this activity is now more commonly perceived as a relatively calm form of recreation, the popularity of which is growing day by day. On the nearby beaches of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, this activity is very common. If you like discovering new interesting perspectives, then SUP is a great opportunity for this. In addition, SUP is always a great way to relax the body - isn't that wonderful? So, if you're ready, the best beach for SUP surfing in the city is Plage d'Excenevex, Plage de Menthon Saint Bernard, Plage de Doussard.

Sometimes the most interesting beaches are hidden and can only be accessed by water. It's not difficult if you're a skilled sea kayaker.
Among the beaches in the area, there are some that are well-suited for this activity. Here, you can not only go kayaking but also rent all the necessary equipment. The best place for kayaking in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is this beach - Plage d'Excenevex.

Diving enthusiasts believe that the real treasure is hidden somewhere in the depths. And in most cases, this treasure isn't a material one, but the new and unique impressions. An underwater ship, plane, or coral reef - all of these are so loved by divers. They study these marine objects for a long time, revealing their secrets. If you're a fan of this type of holiday, then the beaches of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc welcome you, as there are those that can offer you a new diving experience. Here are some of the best beaches for diving in the area: Plage de port municipal

For fans of extreme sports, there's Water Jumping to get your adrenaline pumping. This activity isn't the most popular, but there are places in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc where you can try it. Here's one of them: Plage d'Excenevex.

The area has classic beach activities such as volleyball and sometimes football. Not all beaches can offer the necessary equipment, but nevertheless, in the vicinity of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, there are those that offer these activities. Here's one of them: Mammee Bay beach.

Quitest and lonely beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Thonon Plage

7.9

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water, Beach activities rent

France, Thonon-les-Bains 1.5 km

Plage des Recorts

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Beach activities rent, Good for Sup surfing

France, Anthy-sur-Leman 0.5 km

Plage de Sciez

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom

France, Songy 0.6 km

Bellerive-Plage

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water

Switzerland, Lausanne 1.9 km

Plage d'Amphion-Publier

7.7

Partly hotel beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom

France, Amphion-les-Bains 0.7 km

Plage de Camping d'Hermance

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom

Switzerland, Hermance 0.2 km

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Sandy beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage d'Excenevex

8.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

France, Excenevex-Plage 0.2 km

Plage de Doussard

8.4

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Bright sand

France, La Nubliere 0.1 km

Plage Saint-Jorioz

8.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

France, Piron 1.3 km

Plage de la Brune

8.2

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

France, Les Mottes 0.5 km

Baby-Plage des Eaux-Vives

7.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Bright sand, Turquoise pure water

Switzerland, Geneva 1.5 km

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Beaches with shade in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage de Menthon Saint Bernard

8.6

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water

France, Presles 0.3 km

Centre Nautique

8.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water

France, Evian-les-Bains 0.5 km

Geneve-Plage

8.3

Paid entrance only, Beach resort, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Switzerland, Cologny 0.7 km

Plage d'Angon

8.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

France, Angon 0.4 km

Plage des Marquisats

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access

France, La Puya 0.3 km

Plage Municipale de Talloires

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water

France, Talloires 0.3 km

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Long beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage d'Albigny

7.9

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

France, Bois Jettaz 1 km

Plage municipale Sevrier

7.8

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Beach activities rent

France, Sevrier 0.3 km

Plage de Lutry

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water

Switzerland, Chatelard 0.5 km

Plage des Eaux-Vives

7.7

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water

Switzerland, Cologny 1.3 km

Port de Menthon Saint-Bernard

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water

France, Les Choseaux 0.5 km

Plage de l'ONU

7.6

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water, Beach activities rent

Switzerland, Pregny 1.2 km

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Wild and hidden beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage Les Choseaux

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Good for Sup surfing

France, Les Choseaux 0.4 km

Plage des Rocailles

7.6

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom

Switzerland, Coppet 0.5 km

Pontons du quai de Cologny

7.5

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water

Switzerland, Cologny 0.7 km

Plage Espace Lac

7.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water

France, Angon 0.4 km

Plage de Vindry

7.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray pebble, Turquoise pure water

France, Lugrin 1 km

Plage de la Grotte

7.2

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble

Switzerland, Corseaux 0.9 km

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Good for relaxing, calm beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage du Reposoir

7.5

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Concrete cover, Turquoise pure water, Beach activities rent

Switzerland, Pregny 1 km

Plage de Gliere

7.3

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Picturesque, Easy access, Turquoise pure water

France, Gliere 0.1 km

Plage du Vengeron

7.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Pebbles bottom, Beach activities rent

Switzerland, Chambesy 0.6 km

Plage des Grangettes

7.1

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Good for swimming, Short walking distance

Switzerland, Le Bouveret 3.4 km

Plage Chantrell

7.1

Free entrance, Amenities beach, Easy access, Turquoise pure water, Beach activities rent, Short walking distance

France, Corzent 0.7 km

Plage de la Becassine

7.1

Free entrance, Virgin beach, Easy access, Gray fine pebble, Turquoise pure water, Fine pebbles bottom

Switzerland, Versoix 0.3 km

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The list of available beach activities is certainly important, but for many travelers it is not a determining factor when choosing a vacation spot. Below you will find some information about the natural features of the beaches of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, we hope that this information will help you find the place of your dreams.

The beaches of town are mainly wide. According to reviews of major beach experts and vacationers, most beaches have a high level of cleanliness. Fine pebbly beaches dominate the rest!

As pebble rocky beaches are common here, it's recommended to bring aqua shoes if you're sensitive to it. This way, your vacation will be as comfortable as possible.

Usually, the depth increases normally. If this is important to you, always use our filter to check for a particular beach.

4 out of 66 beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc are partially protected from waves. These protections can be natural or man-made structures. If you're visiting the area during unstable weather, we recommend carefully choosing a place to swim, as high waves may not always be safe. Our filter can help you find a suitable beach.

A not-so-pleasant feature of the beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc is the high density of boats, yachts, or other watercraft on some of them. There are about 11 such beaches, but this may vary depending on the season. If this is a concern for you, we recommend carefully checking the beaches of interest for this issue using our Boat filter.

Latest reviews on Chamonix-Mont-Blanc's beaches

Plage de Tourronde

10 Edward Reeves

This beach is absolutely fantastic! It offers convenient shade, restroom facilities, and a generous amount of lake space.

Plage de Messery

10 Jasper Van Der Berg

This is a fantastic spot to have a wonderful time by the lake. The parking fee is quite reasonable, and the staff is very friendly.

Piscine de Villeneuve

10 Nolan Thornevale

The location is exceptional, with beautiful views of the lake and mountains. The staff is very friendly and professional. The pool is the best I have ever visited, and we absolutely love this place.

Plage de port municipal

10 Revamp Sites

Yeah man

Plage de la Chataigneraie

10 Lysandra Everhart

This is always our go-to spot for dining on Lake Geneva. The food is great, the service is friendly, and the beach atmosphere is perfect for relaxing after a hectic week. If you're lucky, you might even be greeted by a shirtless man ;) - Roald, Janet, Vikki, and Ross

Plage des Mouettes

10 Emira Gannon

This beach on the shores of Lake Geneva is quite lovely. It has a peaceful atmosphere and is conveniently located right next to the harbor.

The warmest month during the year in this area is July, with the air temperature rising up to 25.4°C and the water temperature up to 19.1°C. The coldest month is January, with the air temperature dropping down to 3.2°C and the water temperature down to -0.3°C.

About Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage de Tougues

Plage de Messery

Montreux Plage

Piscine de Villeneuve

Plage de Versoix

Plage de port municipal

Popular types of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc beaches

Quitest and lonely beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Thonon Plage

Plage des Recorts

Plage de Sciez

Bellerive-Plage

Plage d'Amphion-Publier

Plage de Camping d'Hermance

Sandy beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage d'Excenevex

Plage de Doussard

Plage Saint-Jorioz

Plage de la Brune

Baby-Plage des Eaux-Vives

Beaches with shade in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage de Menthon Saint Bernard

Centre Nautique

Geneve-Plage

Plage d'Angon

Plage des Marquisats

Plage Municipale de Talloires

Long beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage d'Albigny

Plage municipale Sevrier

Plage de Lutry

Plage des Eaux-Vives

Port de Menthon Saint-Bernard

Plage de l'ONU

Wild and hidden beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage Les Choseaux

Plage des Rocailles

Pontons du quai de Cologny

Plage Espace Lac

Plage de Vindry

Plage de la Grotte

Good for relaxing, calm beaches in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Plage du Reposoir

Plage de Gliere

Plage du Vengeron

Plage des Grangettes

Plage Chantrell

Plage de la Becassine

Latest reviews on Chamonix-Mont-Blanc's beaches

Most viewed beaches of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Montreux Plage

Plage naturiste de La Pinede

Plage de Tougues

Plage des Mouettes

Plage de Messery

Plage de Versoix