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Port des Clerges - Watersports Centre
Port des Clerges water sports base, in Thonon-les-Bains: historic starting point for rowing and canoe-kayak on Lake Geneva. Built in the 1980s on chemin de Montjoux, it hosts resident clubs and school groups year-round.
At a glance
Type
Water sports base Rowing Canoe-kayak
Access
Depending on club / activity
Lake
Lake Geneva
Best season
April to October Winter for clubs
Parking
On-site parking
Town
Thonon-les-Bains
What is Port des Clerges - Watersports Centre
The Port des Clerges watersports centre is the historic facility at Thonon-les-Bains for paddling and rowing on Lake Geneva. Set on the chemin de Montjoux, east of Thonon's main harbour, it was built in the early 1980s and is home to resident clubs for rowing (Chablais Aviron Thonon) and canoe-kayak, as well as school groups and associations from across the Chablais.
Since April 2018 the centre has been managed by Thonon Agglomeration, which has launched a restructuring programme estimated at around 7 million euros (of which roughly 3 million for the dyke) to secure the facility and develop water sports on the lake.
Through its clubs, the centre offers rowing introductions on Lake Geneva, coastal rowing, leisure outings, canoe-kayak and seasonal courses. It is a quiet launch point to explore Lake Geneva away from the main harbour and the Rives bay promenade.
Activities
What you can do here
Practical
Practical information
Address
Chemin de Montjoux, 74200 Thonon-les-Bains View on map
Coordinates
46.373079 N 6.470304 E
Phone
04 50 70 23 52 (Chablais Aviron Thonon)
Official website
avironthonon.com
Opening hours
Base open according to the resident clubs' time slots. Contact Chablais Aviron Thonon for beginner outings.
Prices
Variable depending on club, boat type and package (beginner course, multi-day course, membership). See avironthonon.com for the up-to-date rates.
Access / Parking
Access from central Thonon via the port and chemin de Montjoux, on-site parking. BUT urban bus serving Thonon Agglo.
Visit duration
1 hour for a beginner session, 2 to 3 hours for a tour
Audience
Beginners, athletes, schools, associations
Reservation
Recommended with the club before the session
Recommended gear
Sportswear, trainers that can get wet, a change of clothes. Equipment is provided by the club.
Access
How to get there
Nearest stops
- Les Arts · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Y03, Y91 · 880 m
- Lycée Versoie · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Y03, Y91 · 958 m
- Thonon-les-Bains · SNCF (TER) · 984 m
- Cars Région Haute-Savoie · Official fares & timetables →
- SNCF (TER) · Official fares & timetables →
Transport data verified on 2026-06-15 · source transport.data.gouv.fr (Licence Etalab 2.0)
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
What can you do at the Port des Clerges water sports base in Thonon?
The Port des Clerges water sports base, in Thonon-les-Bains, is the starting point for rowing and canoe-kayak activities on Lake Geneva, supervised by resident clubs including Chablais Aviron Thonon.
How to book a session at the Port des Clerges base?
The Port des Clerges base is managed by Thonon Agglomeration but activities are organised by the resident clubs. For a beginner rowing session or a canoe-kayak outing, contact Chablais Aviron Thonon on 04 50 70 23 52 or via avironthonon.com.
Where is the Port des Clerges water sports base located?
The Port des Clerges water sports base is on chemin de Montjoux, in 74200 Thonon-les-Bains, on the southern shore of Lake Geneva, east of the central port of Thonon.
Can you rent a rowing boat or kayak at the Clerges base without being a member?
The Port des Clerges base mainly operates via its resident clubs: regular practice requires membership. Beginner courses and discovery days may occasionally be offered check with Chablais Aviron Thonon for packages open to the public.
Which season is best to use the Port des Clerges base?
The Port des Clerges base operates year-round, but most public outings take place between April and October, when Lake Geneva is more suited to beginner sessions.
Is there parking at the Clerges base?
Yes, parking is available right next to the Port des Clerges base, on chemin de Montjoux. Avoid event and regatta time slots to find a spot easily.
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Sources
Sources & verification
- Chablais Aviron Thonon (club résident)
- Ville de Thonon — annuaire base nautique des Clerges
- Thonon Agglomération — projet base nautique des Clerges
Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.
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