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Plage du Lac de Montriond

LAC DE MONTRIOND - 3rd LARGEST BODY OF WATER IN HAUTE-SAVOIE by surface area. Nestled between CLIFFS + CONIFERS. EMERALD WATERS ('the green lake'). An exceptional landscape setting in the Vallée d'Aulps - 1,072 m altitude.

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Mountain lake beach at 1,072 m, the third largest in 74: Plage du Lac de Montriond on Lac de Montriond, Haute-Savoie 74
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Type
Mountain lake beach at 1,072 m - 3rd largest body of water in the 74
Access
Free access · Free
Price
Free
Lake
Lac de Montriond
Lifeguarded
Lifeguard supervision July-August 2026 (11am-6pm)
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 allowed except on the developed beach area
Stroller / Reduced mobility
Partial (dirt paths)
Town
Montriond

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The essentials💶 Free🛟 Lifeguard supervision July-August 2026 (11am-6pm)

What is Plage du Lac de Montriond

The Plage du Lac de Montriond sits on the shore of the Lac de Montriond at Montriond, in Haute-Savoie. The lake is the third largest body of water in the department (after Lake Geneva and Lake Annecy), covering around 30 hectares, set at 1,072 m altitude in the Vallée d'Aulps.

The lake is a natural mountain lake formed by an 18th-century landslide that dammed the Dranse de Morzine valley. Hemmed in between impressive limestone cliffs and a forest of conifers, it is famous for its emerald waters, earning it the nickname 'lac vert' (green lake), the result of calcium in suspension and a depth of up to 19 m.

Lifeguards on duty July-August 2026 (11am-6pm). 2026 summer prices: adult free, child free. Blue Flag 2026: no. Step-free access: partial (gravel paths).

Activities

What you can do here

Practical

Practical information

Address
Lac de Montriond, 74110 Montriond View on map
Coordinates
46.1864° N · 6.7178° E
Lake / Body of water
Lac de Montriond
Season
Lifeguard supervision July-August 2026 (11am-6pm)
Hours
Hours of the Plage du Lac de Montriond: lifeguard supervision July-August 2026, daily 11am-6pm per the municipal order of the commune of Montriond. Off-season: free unsupervised access. Verified on the official website on 24 May 2026 — subject to the 2026 municipal order.
Prices
2026 prices for the Plage du Lac de Montriond: Adult Free - Child Free - Free. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Booking
Generally free access - no booking needed for the Plage du Lac de Montriond. Official website montriond.fr or phone +33 (0)4 50 79 12 81. 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 (11am-6pm).
Parking
Parking for the Plage du Lac de Montriond: generally available (free or paid depending on the beach). Check signage on site.
Animals
Animals at the Plage du Lac de Montriond: Dogs allowed except on the developed beach area
Accessibility
Accessibility at the Plage du Lac de Montriond: Partial (dirt paths). Verified on 24 May 2026.
Contact
Montriond town hall: +33 (0)4 50 79 12 81 - Official website montriond.fr. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Access

How to get there

By car

Montriond (74110) - address Lac de Montriond, 74110 Montriond. Parking on site (free or paid depending on the beach). Check signage and parking meters during the high season in July-August.

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Public transport

Public transport to Montriond depending on the season. Léman Express + Haute-Savoie regional coaches. Check the line and timetables on monticket.haute-savoie.fr.

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By bike

Cycle access to the Plage du Lac de Montriond is possible depending on proximity to the Voie verte du Lac d'Annecy, the ViaRhôna EV17 or other greenways. Bike parking is often available on site.

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Nearest stops

  • Les Bois Venants · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · N-BAB · 1051 m
  • Les Bois Venants · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · 1072 m
  • Gare Routiere · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Y91, Y92 · 1072 m

Transport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)

Parking

Depends on the beach - see details

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

When to visit

When to visit

The Plage du Lac de Montriond is best visited mainly during the summer season, lifeguard supervision July-August 2026 (11am-6pm). LAC DE MONTRIOND - 3rd LARGEST BODY OF WATER IN HAUTE-SAVOIE by surface area. Nestled between CLIFFS + CONIFERS. EMERALD WATERS ('the green lake'). An exceptional landscape setting in the Vallée d'Aulps - 1,072 m altitude.
Events : Swimming activities and water sports events at the Plage du Lac de Montriond during the 2026 summer season, according to the commune's schedule. Follow the official website montriond.fr for news and the summer events calendar.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I book the Plage du Lac de Montriond?

The Plage du Lac de Montriond generally has free access - no booking needed. Official website: montriond.fr. If the beach is fee-based, access is arranged at the entrance. Town hall phone: +33 (0)4 50 79 12 81.

What is the price of the Plage du Lac de Montriond in 2026?

2026 pricing for the Plage du Lac de Montriond: Adult Free. Child Free. Verified on 24 May 2026 on montriond.fr - subject to municipal order.

What are the lifeguard supervision hours at the Plage du Lac de Montriond?

Lifeguard supervision at the Plage du Lac de Montriond: lifeguard supervision July-August 2026, daily 11am-6pm per municipal order. Season: lifeguard supervision July-August 2026. Verified on the official website on 24 May 2026 - subject to municipal order.

Is the Plage du Lac de Montriond accessible to people with reduced mobility?

Accessibility at the Plage du Lac de Montriond: Partial (dirt paths). Check the precise conditions on site. Some beaches have a Tiralo (immersion wheelchair) - ask the lifeguards on duty.

Are animals allowed at the Plage du Lac de Montriond?

Animals at the Plage du Lac de Montriond: Dogs allowed except on the developed beach area. Check the precise conditions on site before visiting. Most supervised beaches in Haute-Savoie ban dogs during the summer season for hygiene reasons.

Does the Plage du Lac de Montriond hold the Blue Flag label?

Blue Flag for the Plage du Lac de Montriond: 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 the Plage du Lac de Montriond?

The Plage du Lac de Montriond is located at Montriond (74110) - Lac de Montriond, 74110 Montriond. Phone: +33 (0)4 50 79 12 81. Car access recommended, parking on site (free or paid depending on the beach).

What is the water quality at the Plage du Lac de Montriond?

Water quality at the Plage du Lac de Montriond: rated 'excellent' by ARS Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (2023-2025). Highlight: LAC DE MONTRIOND - 3rd LARGEST BODY OF WATER IN HAUTE-SAVOIE by surface. 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.

Published 24 mai 2026·Updated 12/07/26

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