A public space beside a 7-hectare lake in La Balme-de-Sillingy: a stroller-friendly lake loop, pumptrack, fitness trail, playground, observation deck and a national collection of Asian flowering cherry trees.
The Domaine du Tornet — locally also called the Domaine de loisirs du Tornet or simply lac de La Balme — is a public open-air leisure space wrapped around the 7-hectare lake that gives La Balme-de-Sillingy its identity. The site belongs to the commune, which has been redeveloping it in phases since 2021 after a public consultation.
This is not a campsite or a paid theme park, but a free public space. Locals come here to walk or stroll round the lake, ride the pumptrack, use the fitness trail, let the children loose on the playground inaugurated in summer 2025, or stop on the observation jetty added in late 2024.
A seasonal highlight is the national collection of Asian flowering cherries, which bursts into bloom between late March and mid-April. Free access year-round, on foot or by car (parking on site).
Situé 165 route de Paris (RD1508) à La Balme-de-Sillingy, à environ 14 km au nord-ouest d'Annecy et 27 km au sud de Genève. Au rond-point central de La Balme-de-Sillingy, prendre direction Frangy — le Domaine est sur la droite.
Open in MapsLa ligne LIHSA 61 relie Annecy à La Balme-de-Sillingy. Arrêt à quelques minutes à pied du Domaine.
Open in MapsLa voie verte La Belle Via relie Annecy à Frangy en passant par Sillingy et La Balme. Le Domaine est directement sur l'itinéraire.
Open in MapsTransport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)
Restaurant chalet au bord du lac, terrasse face à l'eau, bar du matin au dernier verre. Cuisine savoyarde et traditionnelle, charcuterie Maison Baud, glaces artisanales. Au cœur du Domaine du Tornet.
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No. Access to the Domaine du Tornet is free year-round. Only fishing in the lake requires a permit, sold by Balme Pêche Loisirs.
Yes. Dogs are welcome at the Domaine du Tornet, on a leash. The lake loop is particularly well suited for a dog walk.
Yes, free parking is located at the entrance to the Domaine du Tornet, with electric vehicle charging points and coach parking.
Yes. The Domaine du Tornet pumptrack is freely accessible and can be used with mountain bikes, BMX, skateboards, rollerblades, balance bikes or scooters.
The national collection of Asian flowering cherry trees at the Domaine du Tornet, located in the Parc des Jardins de Haute-Savoie, blossoms between late March and mid-April depending on the weather.
Yes. The Domaine du Tornet has a dedicated motorhome area, with direct walking access to the lake and the restaurant.
Yes, Le Chalet du Tornet is set up right on the Domaine du Tornet, by the lake. Open from February to November.
The lake loop at the Domaine du Tornet is suitable for pushchairs and wheelchairs. Public toilets are available on site.
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