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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

  • Le Fabuleux Village

    Le Fabuleux Village

    From 15/12/2023 to 07/01/2024, daily between 3 pm and 7 pm.

    The Fabulous Village or the Legend of the Flottins, delights Evian during the Christmas period. Based on a fairy tale, a unique atmosphere is created in the town centre with a village built in driftwood, monumental sculptures and goblins.

  • Arrivée des flottins

    Arrivée des flottins

    Friday 15 December 2023 at 6.30 pm.

    It all begins on the day when the flottins, mischievous elvescome down from their mountains after sailing on Lake Geneva. Once they arrive in Evian this funny little people take over the "Fabulous Village" for three weeks.

  • Arrivée du Père Noël

    Arrivée du Père Noël

    Wednesday 20 December 2023 at 6 pm.

    How he will join us this year ? The secret is well kept! One thing is certain: he will visit his friends the Flottins. With a spectacular arrival and tour of gifts obliges.

  • Départ du Père Noël

    Départ du Père Noël

    Sunday 24 December 2023 at 5.30 pm.

    Santa Claus leaves Evian for a great travel in thanking all this small Flottins so warm.

  • Départ des flottins

    Départ des flottins

    Sunday 7 January 2024 at 5.30 pm.

    After three magical weeks , the Fabulous Village ends. The flottins return by the frozen rivers to their beloved mountains. Beware because they will leave as they came, with the lake as a witness...

  • Championnats du Monde juniors de ski alpin 2024

    Championnats du Monde juniors de ski alpin 2024

    From 27/01 to 03/02/2024, daily.

    The 2024 Alpine Junior World Ski Championships will be held in the heart of the Portes du Soleil, at 5 Chablais resorts, which will share the 6 men's and women's disciplines!

  • Epreuves de Descente Hommes et Dames : Championnats du Monde Juniors de Ski Alpin 2024

    Epreuves de Descente Hommes et Dames : Championnats du Monde Juniors de Ski Alpin 2024

    Tuesday 30 January 2024.

    Young skiers from all over the world will be coming to Châtel to compete in the ultimate downhill event!

  • Epreuves de Slalom Géant / Combi Hommes et Dames : Championnats du Monde Juniors de Ski Alpin 2024

    Epreuves de Slalom Géant / Combi Hommes et Dames : Championnats du Monde Juniors de Ski Alpin 2024

    Wednesday 31 January 2024.

    On this second day of competitions in Châtel, young skiers from all over the world will be competing in the giant slalom and combined events.

  • Epreuve Géant Dame : Championnats du Monde Juniors de Ski Alpin 2024

    Epreuve Géant Dame : Championnats du Monde Juniors de Ski Alpin 2024

    Friday 2 February 2024.

    The Alpine Junior World Ski Championships will unveil its Giant Slalom event in Saint-Jean-d'Aulps. The event promises exceptional performances, offering a unique opportunity for young skiers from all over the world to shine.

  • Epreuve Géant Homme : Championnats du Monde Juniors de Ski Alpin 2024

    Epreuve Géant Homme : Championnats du Monde Juniors de Ski Alpin 2024

    Saturday 3 February 2024.

    The Alpine Junior World Ski Championships will unveil its Giant Slalom event in Saint-Jean-d'Aulps. The event promises exceptional performances, offering a unique opportunity for young skiers from all over the world to shine.