Sciez-sur-Léman: a green resort at the foot of the Alps
Sciez beach on the southern shore of Lake Geneva offers an idyllic landscape between the lake and mountains. Conveniently located between Évian-les-Bains and Geneva, this partly grassy beach offers tons of fun activities both in and out of the water.
The swimming area is supervised during summer (July and August). A Tiralo (beach wheelchair) is also available from the lifeguards. You can enjoy the pleasant water (20 to 24°C in summer), make the most of the fun facilities (kids' games, slide, diving board), grab an ice cream on the beach, or simply do nothing at all, just relax in the sun!
You can rent windsurfers, pedal boats, paddleboards, boats, and even go fishing! Make the most of this friendly lakeside spot for a fulfilling holiday with your kids or friends.
After swimming and chilling out on the beach, many restaurants and brasseries around the beach will welcome you for a drink or a meal by the lake.
Heads up: dogs are only allowed on a specific part of the beach.
What to do near Sciez beach?
There are plenty of leisure activities near Sciez beach and Lake Geneva, making it the perfect spot for water or outdoor fun!
Water Activities
The watersports center, popular with both tourists and locals from Sciez-sur-Léman, is a much-loved spot for meeting people and exchanging ideas in the region. With dedicated and experienced instructors, the sailing school encourages adventure and discovery by offering year-round courses on Lake Geneva.
Besides training sessions and sports courses, regattas are organized every year. These are friendly competitions between the three Lake Geneva sailing clubs: Sciez, Thonon, and Evian. What's more, Sciez-sur-Léman hosted the French Handivalide Championship in 2023 (para-sailing) and is getting ready to welcome many athletes again in 2024 for the Blind Sailing World Championship, from June 22nd to 28th!
Sciez-sur-Léman marina enjoys a preserved setting in a protected and welcoming bay. It's really lovely for both tourists and locals to stand on the marina quay and watch the boats docked there.
Lastly, Lake Geneva is full of treasures for fishing enthusiasts: there are plenty of trout, Arctic char, and pike. Heads up: you'll need your fishing license when you go fishing. Anyone with an AAPPMA card (Approved Association for Fishing and Aquatic Environment Protection) is allowed to fish on the French side.
Outdoor Activities
Near Sciez beach, you'll also find exciting land-based activities. The Eagles of Léman animal park offers shows and activities for kids to meet endangered wildlife on an 8-hectare preserved estate.
Feeling adventurous? The tree-top adventure course in Sciez-sur-Léman lets you have fun with family or friends, enjoying a thrilling outdoor activity.
The Prehistory and Geology Museum in Sciez-sur-Léman invites history buffs and young scientists to travel back in time and expand their knowledge with various exhibitions on site: The Adventure of Earth, Formation of the Alps, and a focus on the Chablais region.
And finally, the Sciez Theatre by Lake Geneva offers many performances, concerts, and plays, bringing you diverse and entertaining shows.
Watersports, diving, marina, tree-top adventure, museum, and theatre: Sciez-sur-Léman beach offers tons of ideas for outings during your holiday at Camping du Châtelet!