Population: 1350 inhabitants - Area: 2222 hectares - Altitude: 955m – 2222m

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Bernex is a low mountain resort located near the most emblematic towns of Chablais: Thonon, Evian and Amphion-Publier. 

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The event which marked this small town dates from September 21, 1689. Piedmontese heretics who had found refuge in the country of Vaud, filled with nostalgia for their homeland, decided to return home. Having disembarked at Locum, they went straight up to Bernex via the Col de Creusaz where they set up their camp. During the night, to take revenge for the pillaging of the church and the presbytery carried out by the Waldensians, the Bernolands set fire to the camp; They earned the nickname “Bourla-Kam”: the camp burners. For a long time, a procession at the foot of the Creusaz cross, on Pentecost Monday, commemorated this event...

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In winter at BERNEX

Quality snow, 19 ski slopes for all levels, a snow sports area, three restaurants, panoramas of Lake Geneva and Mont Blanc... Discover everything there is to know about the Bernex ski area.

The domain will be open from December 17, 2022 to March 26, 2023!

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THE DOMAIN OF THE EVIAN MOUNTAINS

Near Lake Geneva, Les Montagnes d’Évian brings together the resorts of Bernex, Thollon-les-Mémises andAbundance. It includes around 100km of slopes and numerous exceptional panoramas.

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In summer at BERNEX

Bernex is a destination known for its numerous mountain bike trails. The site is also part of the French Cycling Federation.

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WALKS AND HIKING: A MOUNTAIN FORGED BY THE RHÔNE GLACIER

Bernex, located on the Gavot plateau, owes the shape of its mountains to the movement of this glacier.

Many marked hiking trails departing from Bernex and its nearby surroundings are available. You will discover the richness of the landscape and its geology which dates back more than 35,000 years.

No matter your level, beginners or experienced, there is something for all walker profiles!

The main departures are from the village center, from the Alpage, Chevrette or Fétuière car parks or at the top of the chairlift.

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THE LAKES NEAR BERNEX: 

LAKE GENEVA

Of glacial origin, Lake Geneva, sometimes called Lake Geneva, is the largest lake in Central Europe. With an area of 583km², it reaches a maximum depth of 309 meters.

Its maximum width is slightly more than 13 kilometers. It is shaped like a crescent: the north shore and the two ends are Swiss, the south shore is French. The border passes in the middle of the lake.

BEUNAZ LAKE

Beunaz Lake is located 2km from Bernex. . This place is made up of several leisure areas set up around the lake. For maximum safety, swimming is supervised. Take advantage of the many activities available on site: pedal boat, canoe, swimming pool, diving board, zip line, trampoline, pétanque courts, ping-pong, beach volleyball and much more! This space is open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in July and August.

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More information on: https://hiver.bernex-tourisme.com/

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Location of the chalet

Located 83 meters from the village center

Located 86 meters from the shuttle to go to the slopes

Located 91 meters from the tourist office, its square where many shows take place day and night.

Located 97 meters from the bakery.

Access to the biotop lake on foot...

 

Access

BY ROAD

Evian - 10 km - 17 mins

Geneva 53 km - 1 h

Annecy - 93 km - 1h30

Lyon - 213 km - 2h20

 

BY PLANE

Geneva-Cointrin Airport (1 hour). 

 

BY TRAIN

Arrival station: Evian 17 minutes from the village.

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