Lac de Passy — Attraction in Bonneville

Fantastic place that, in addition to beautiful natural surroundings, also has lots of activities, both on and off the lake. Paddling, pedaloes, fishing, water activities for children and the option of just swimming over leaner distances are possible. Søens is an old gravel pit, and the bottom is a mixture of gravel and sand. There is good water depth for children, all around, and much deeper further out. The area around the lake's shore is a mixture of gravel and sand like the bottom of the lake, but it is surrounded by a large grass area, with both sun and lots of shade. There are public restrooms, but expect a wait. It is possible to buy ice cream and cold drinks, play mini golf and children between 3 and 6 years old can play in the outdoor play area. An approx. A 3 km walk around the lake is...

It was a hot June day when we visited Lac de Passy. Refreshing, CLEAN, clean blue green water welcomed us. The shaded sitting areas were perfect for our 10month old. Parking was easy (and free). There are facilities on premise.

Cannot stress the surrounding views enough. Mont Blanc on one side and another huge ridge on the other. The water is shockingly refreshing. (As in, shocks you first then is easy to sit in the whole day if needed). Recommend going when the temperatures are above...

A perfect stop after a day of hiking around Chamonix. Worth making a stop on way back to Geneva, even for 2 hours. Take a swim, relax in the last minutes of daylight and enjoy a great view on the mountains surrounding you from 3 directions.

The other name of this place is "Mont Planc Plage" as you get a very good view on Mont Blanc from here. Nothing tops that, when you are laying on your inflatable mattress in the middle...