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Plage de Saint-Disdille
Grass and pebble beach on Lake Léman, Blue Flag certified since 2010, at the edge of Châtaigneraie park and Ripaille forest.
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At a glance
Type
Public Lake Léman beach
Access
Free · Open to all
Duration
Half-day to full day
Best season
May – September (swimming July–August)
Parking
Free nearby
Dogs
Not permitted on beach
Stroller
Accessible (path from parking)
Town
Thonon-les-Bains
What is Plage de Saint-Disdille
Plage de Saint-Disdille, also known as Plage de la Châtaigneraie, is a free public beach located east of Thonon-les-Bains in the Corzent district, on the French shores of Lake Léman. Blue Flag certified since 2010 for water quality and environmental facilities, it stretches at the foot of the extensive 4.6-hectare Châtaigneraie park and borders the Ripaille state forest.
The beach comprises a grass area shaded by century-old chestnut trees, popular for picnics and relaxation, and lake access with a pebble and gravel bottom. Swimming is supervised from July 1 to August 31, 10:30 am to 7 pm, with a rescue post and lifeguards on duty. In summer, several thousand walkers and swimmers visit this very family-friendly site daily.
Activities
What you can do here
Practical
Practical information
Address
Avenue de St Disdille, 74200 Thonon-les-Bains View on map
Coordinates
46.4010° N — 6.5026° E View on map
Altitude
372 m (Lake Léman level)
Hours
Year-round, free access. Supervised swimming July 1 to August 31, 10:30 am–7:00 pm. Verified on Thonon city website May 14, 2026.Verified 14 May 2026
Fee
Free
Parking
Free, multiple spaces in immediate vicinity (Corzent lake parking areas)
Animals
Dogs not permitted on beach. Allowed on leash in Châtaigneraie park.
Accessibility
Stroller-accessible path from parking. Lake bottom is pebbled.
Amenities
Rescue post (July–August), public restrooms, picnic tables, free connected barbecues, pedalo/rowboat rentals, snack bar.
Contact
Thonon-les-Bains Tourist Office: 04 50 71 55 55Verified 14 May 2026
Access
How to get there
By car
From Thonon-les-Bains centre (~5 min), take the Évian-les-Bains direction via Avenue du Général de Gaulle (D1005), then turn right onto Avenue de St Disdille. Free parking on site. From Geneva (~30 min), take A40 motorway toward Annecy, exit Thonon-Centre, then head toward Évian.
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ViaRhôna cycle path (V61) connecting Thonon to Évian passes nearby. Léman greenway accessible from Rives port (3 km).
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When to visit
The beach is accessible year-round, but the ideal period runs May to September for pleasant temperatures and water activities. July and August offer supervised swimming and 22–24 °C water, but are also peak season: favour mornings and evenings to avoid crowds. In June and September, water is cooler but the beach is noticeably quieter. Out of season, the site remains a popular walking destination, with beautiful light on Lake Léman and the Alps in the background.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is access to Plage de Saint-Disdille free?
Yes. Access to Plage de Saint-Disdille is free and open year-round. The adjacent parking is also free.
Is Plage de Saint-Disdille supervised?
Yes, Plage de Saint-Disdille is supervised July 1 to August 31, daily from 10:30 am to 7:00 pm, with a rescue post and lifeguards on duty. Outside this period, swimming is not supervised.
Are dogs allowed at Plage de Saint-Disdille?
No, dogs are not permitted on Plage de Saint-Disdille. They are allowed on leash in the adjacent Châtaigneraie park.
Can I picnic at Plage de Saint-Disdille?
Yes, Plage de Saint-Disdille and the adjacent Châtaigneraie park have shaded picnic tables under chestnuts and free connected barbecues. It is very popular for family picnics.
Can I rent a pedalo at Plage de Saint-Disdille?
Yes, Oxxy Beach, operating on Plage de Saint-Disdille during summer season, offers rentals of pedalos, rowboats and other watercraft. A snack bar is also available.
How do I reach Plage de Saint-Disdille by public transport?
Plage de Saint-Disdille is served by LIHSA bus line T1 (Saint-Disdille stop). In summer, a tourist train connects Rives port to the beach. The ViaRhôna cycle path (V61) also passes nearby.
Sources
Sources & verification
Multi-source verification at publication date. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.
