Chez Nous à la Plage
Restaurant les pieds dans l'eau sur la plage de Saint-Jorioz. Carte estivale, terrasse face au lac.
AddressPlage de Saint-Jorioz, 74410 Saint-Jorioz
Phone+33 4 50 64 97 23
HoursOuvert mi-février au 1er novembre · Fermé le lundi
Free · Open access
Plage de Doussard
BEACH AT THE END OF LAC D'ANNECY - sand + lawn, floating pontoon, adjacent water sports centre. BORDERED BY THE BOUT DU LAC NATURE RESERVE - an exceptional natural setting. Wheelchair accessible (ramp, showers).
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At a glance
Type
Sand + lawn beach - adjacent to the Bout du Lac nature reserve
Access
Free access · Free
Price
Free (paid parking 1 May-30 September)
Lake
Lac d'Annecy
Lifeguarded
Lifeguard supervision July-August 2026
Blue Flag 2026
NO
Duration
Half day to full day
Best season
July - August (lifeguard supervision)
Parking
Depends on the beach - see details
Animals
Dogs not allowed on the developed beach
Stroller / Reduced mobility
Yes (ramp, reserved space, accessible showers)
Town
Doussard
Wheelchair access
Accessible Source: OT Lac Annecy
What is Plage de Doussard
The Plage de Doussard (nicknamed 'Douss'Plage') is a sand-and-lawn beach at the southern tip of Lake Annecy at Doussard, bordered directly by the Réserve naturelle nationale du Bout du Lac d'Annecy (115 hectares, Natura 2000). The natural delta, reedbeds and protected wildlife make for an outstanding setting that combines bathing and untouched nature.
The beach offers a wide sand-and-lawn area with a floating pontoon in summer. The Club Nautique Doussard, next door, hires out paddleboards, kayaks and sailing boats. The beach is also the western terminus of the Voie verte du Lac d'Annecy, a great cycling route along the lake.
Lifeguards on duty July-August 2026. 2026 summer prices: adult free (paying car park 1 May-30 September), child free. Blue Flag 2026: no. Step-free access: yes (ramp, reserved space, accessible showers).
Activities
What you can do here
Practical
Practical information
Address
Chemin de la Plage, 74210 Doussard View on map
Coordinates
45.7831° N · 6.2169° E
Lake / Body of water
Lac d'Annecy
Season
Lifeguard supervision July-August 2026
Opening hours
Opening hours at Plage de Doussard: lifeguard supervision July-August 2026 under the municipal order of the commune of Doussard. Off-season: free access, unsupervised.. Verified on the official site on 24 May 2026 — subject to 2026 municipal order.
Prices
2026 prices for Plage de Doussard: Adult Free (paid parking 1 May-30 September) - Child Free - Free. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Booking
Generally free access - no booking required for Plage de Doussard. Official site doussard.fr or phone +33 (0)4 50 44 30 36. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Blue Flag 2026
NOT labelled for 2026
Lifeguard supervision
Official lifeguard supervision by qualified lifeguards during the summer season. Season details: lifeguard supervision July-August 2026.
Parking
Parking for Plage de Doussard: generally available (free or paid depending on the beach). Check signage on site.
Pets
Pets at Plage de Doussard: Dogs not allowed on the developed beach
Accessibility
Accessibility at Plage de Doussard: Yes (ramp, reserved space, accessible showers). Verified on 24 May 2026.
Contact
Doussard town hall: +33 (0)4 50 44 30 36 - Official site doussard.fr. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Access
How to get there
By car
Doussard (74210) - address Chemin de la Plage, 74210 Doussard. On-site parking (free or paid depending on the beach). Check signage and pay-and-display meters during peak season in July-August.
Open in MapsPublic transport
Public transport to Doussard depending on season. Léman Express + Haute-Savoie regional buses. Check line and timetables at monticket.haute-savoie.fr.
Open in MapsBy bike
Cycling access to Plage de Doussard is possible via the Voie verte du Lac d'Annecy, ViaRhôna EV17 or other greenways nearby. Bike parking is often available on site.
Open in MapsNearest stops
- Marceau la Plaine · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Y51 · 695 m
- Guinettes · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Y51 · 749 m
- Pied du Village · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Y51 · 838 m
- Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Official fares & timetables →
Transport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)
Parking
Depends on the beach - see details
- Free · 495 m · 150 spaces · Go →
Parking checked on 2026-06-15 · © les contributeurs d'OpenStreetMap sous licence ODbL
When to visit
When to visit
Plage de Doussard is best visited mainly during the summer season, lifeguard supervision July-August 2026. BEACH AT THE END OF LAC D'ANNECY - sand + lawn, floating pontoon, adjacent water sports centre. BORDERED BY THE BOUT DU LAC NATURE RESERVE - an exceptional natural setting. Wheelchair accessible (ramp, showers)..
Events : Swimming and water sports activities at Plage de Doussard during the 2026 summer season, as scheduled by the commune. Follow the official site doussard.fr for news and the summer events calendar.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How do I book Plage de Doussard?
Plage de Doussard is generally free access - no booking required. Official site: doussard.fr. If a fee applies, payment is made at the entrance. Town hall phone: +33 (0)4 50 44 30 36.
What is the price of Plage de Doussard in 2026?
2026 price for Plage de Doussard: Adult Free (paid parking 1 May-30 September). Child Free. Verified on 24 May 2026 on doussard.fr - subject to municipal order.
What are the lifeguard supervision hours at Plage de Doussard?
Lifeguard supervision at Plage de Doussard: lifeguard supervision July-August 2026 under the municipal order of the commune of Doussard. Off-season. Season: lifeguard supervision July-August 2026. Verified on the official site on 24 May 2026 - subject to municipal order.
Is Plage de Doussard accessible to people with reduced mobility?
Accessibility at Plage de Doussard: Yes (ramp, reserved space, accessible showers). Check exact conditions on site. Some beaches have a Tiralo (amphibious wheelchair) available - ask the lifeguards on duty.
Are pets allowed at Plage de Doussard?
Pets at Plage de Doussard: Dogs not allowed on the developed beach. Check exact conditions on site before visiting. Most supervised beaches in Haute-Savoie ban dogs during the summer season for hygiene reasons.
Does Plage de Doussard have the Blue Flag label?
Blue Flag for Plage de Doussard: NO - not Blue Flag labelled for 2026 according to the official Teragir rankings. A recognised European swimming label for water quality and environment.
How do I get to Plage de Doussard?
Plage de Doussard is located in Doussard (74210) - Chemin de la Plage, 74210 Doussard. Phone: +33 (0)4 50 44 30 36. Access by car recommended, on-site parking (free or paid depending on the beach).
What is the water quality like at Plage de Doussard?
Water quality at Plage de Doussard: rated 'very good' by ARS Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (2023-2025). Feature: BEACH AT THE END OF LAC D'ANNECY - sand + lawn, floating ponto. 2026 results published October 2026 on baignades.sante.gouv.fr.
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Sources
Sources & verification
Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.
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