Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: free, 2026

At a glance

Type

Natural grassy beach - mouth of the Redon

Access

Free access · Free

Price

Free (Blue Zone parking disc, max 3h)

Lake

Lac Léman

Lifeguarded

Free, unsupervised bathing

Blue Flag 2026

NO

Duration

Half-day

Best season

July - August (lifeguard supervision)

Parking

Depends on the beach - see details

Animals

Dogs not allowed on the beach (to be confirmed by decree)

Stroller / Reduced mobility

Partial (shaded areas)

Town

Margencel

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What is Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex

The Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex is a natural lawn beach on the shore of Lake Geneva at Margencel, Haute-Savoie. Set on a small peninsula at the mouth of the Redon river near the Port de Séchex, it is shaded by old oaks and combines lawn with a pebble-and-gravel lakeshore.

The beach has a wild, preserved feel and is one of the quietest spots in the Bas-Chablais, far less busy than nearby Anthy, Corzent or Sciez. The restaurants of Port de Séchex are within walking distance, as is the Bowling de Margencel in the village. Bathing is free and not supervised.

Lifeguards: unsupervised swimming. 2026 summer prices: adult free (blue zone parking, 3 hours max), child free. Blue Flag 2026: no. Step-free access: partial (shaded zones).

Activities

What you can do here

Practical

Practical information

Address

Chemin de la Plage (Le Redon), 74200 Margencel View on map

Coordinates

46.347° N · 6.42° E

Lake / body of water

Lac Léman

Season

Free, unsupervised bathing

Opening hours

Opening hours of Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: Free access. Bathing is NOT supervised (no lifeguards). Off-season: free access.. Verified on the official website on 24 May 2026 — subject to municipal decree 2026.

Rates

2026 rates for Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: Adult Free (Blue Zone parking disc, max 3h) - Child Free - Free. Verified 24 May 2026.

Booking

Generally free access - no booking for Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex. Official website mairie-margencel.fr or phone +33 (0)4 50 72 30 28. Verified 24 May 2026.

Blue Flag 2026

NOT labelled for 2026

Lifeguard supervision

Official lifeguard supervision by qualified lifeguards during the summer season. Season details: free, unsupervised bathing.

Parking

Parking for Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: generally available (free or paid depending on the beach). Check signage on site.

Pets

Pets at Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: Dogs not allowed on the beach (to be confirmed by decree)

Accessibility

Accessibility at Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: Partial (shaded areas). Verified 24 May 2026.

Contact

Margencel town hall: +33 (0)4 50 72 30 28 - Official website mairie-margencel.fr. Verified 24 May 2026.

Access

How to get there

By car

Margencel (74200) - address Chemin de la Plage (Le Redon), 74200 Margencel. Parking on site (free or paid depending on the beach). Check signage and pay-and-display machines in the July-August high season.

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Public transport

Public transport to Margencel depending on the season. Léman Express + Région Haute-Savoie coaches. Check line and timetable on monticket.haute-savoie.fr.

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By bike

Cycling access to Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex possible depending on proximity to the Lac d'Annecy greenway, ViaRhôna EV17 or other greenways. Bicycle parking often available on site.

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Nearest stops

College T. Monod · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Y91 · 676 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 · 199 m · Go →
Free · 400 m · Go →

Parking checked on 2026-06-15 · © les contributeurs d'OpenStreetMap sous licence ODbL

When to visit

Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex is mainly visited during the summer season, free, unsupervised bathing. NATURAL GRASSY BEACH at the MOUTH OF THE REDON near the Port de Séchex on Léman. Shady old oak trees, a wild and quiet character - less busy than Anthy, Corzent or Sciez. Restaurants nearby at the Port de Séchex. Free, unsupervised bathing..

Events : Swimming activities and water sports events at Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex during the 2026 summer season, according to the town's schedule. Follow the official website mairie-margencel.fr for updates and the summer events calendar.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I book Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex?

Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex is generally free access - no booking needed. Official website: mairie-margencel.fr. If the beach is paid access, entry is at the gate. Town hall phone: +33 (0)4 50 72 30 28.

What is the price of Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex in 2026?

2026 rate for Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: Adult Free (Blue Zone parking disc, max 3h). Child Free. Verified 24 May 2026 on mairie-margencel.fr - subject to municipal decree.

What are the lifeguard supervision hours at Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex?

Lifeguard supervision at Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: Free access. Bathing is NOT supervised (no lifeguards). Off-season: free access.. Season: free, unsupervised bathing. Verified on the official website on 24 May 2026 - subject to municipal decree.

Is Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex accessible to visitors with reduced mobility?

Accessibility at Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: Partial (shaded areas). Check exact conditions on site. Some beaches have a Tiralo (immersion wheelchair) - ask the lifeguards on duty.

Are pets allowed at Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex?

Pets at Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: Dogs not allowed on the beach (to be confirmed by decree). Check conditions on site before your visit. Most beaches in Haute-Savoie ban dogs during the summer season for hygiene reasons.

Does Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex hold the Blue Flag label?

Blue Flag for Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: NO - not Blue Flag labelled for 2026 according to the official Teragir awards. A recognised European bathing label for water quality and environment.

How do I get to Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex?

Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex is located in Margencel (74200) - Chemin de la Plage (Le Redon), 74200 Margencel. Phone: +33 (0)4 50 72 30 28. Access by car is recommended, parking available on site (free or paid depending on the beach).

What is the water quality at Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex?

Water quality at Plage de Margencel - Port de Séchex: rated 'excellent' by ARS Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (2023-2025). Distinctive feature: NATURAL GRASSY BEACH at the MOUTH OF THE REDON near the Port. 2026 results published in October 2026 on baignades.sante.gouv.fr.

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