Paid
Centre Aquatique Intercommunal de Cluses
Cluses
Indoor aquatic centre in Cluses: 25 m pool, 15×15 m learning pool, paddling pool, tube slide. Adult €5, open 7 days a week.
Free · Open access
Arve Riverside Walk Cluses-Thyez
Family loop of 5 km along the Arve river between Cluses and Thyez with a leisure centre at the end - a flat greenway accessible to wheelchairs.
At a glance
Type
Local family greenway
Access
Free access · Free
Price
Free year-round
Duration
45 min - 1 h by bike · 1 h 30 on foot
Best season
Year-round
Parking
Free at the starting point
Animals
Allowed on a leash
Stroller / Reduced mobility
Yes - accessible greenway
Town
Cluses
Wheelchair access
What is Arve Riverside Walk Cluses-Thyez
The Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez is a local family greenway running alongside the Arve river between Cluses and Thyez. 2 x 2.5 km one-way, or a 5 km loop if walked as a round trip, it offers a flat, wide riverside path that is fully accessible for wheelchairs, pushchairs, roller-skates and children's bikes. Allow 45 min one-way by bike or 1 h 30 on foot.
The greenway leads to the leisure base at Thyez, set around a small landscaped lake with a sandy beach, lifeguarded swimming in summer, children's play areas, a snack bar and sports pitches. The combination of riverside walk and family leisure park makes it a popular weekend destination for locals from the Faucigny valley.
Free access all year, no ticketing. Difficulty: very easy. Distance: 5 km loop. Best season: April to October. Free parking at both ends. Fully accessible for reduced-mobility visitors. Dogs on leads accepted, with care around the bathing area in summer.
Activities
What you can do here
Practical
Practical information
Address
Start: Cluses (74300) · 2 × 2.5 km one way · 5 km loop View on map
Coordinates
46.0617° N · 6.5811° E
Altitude
approx. 480 m (Cluses-Thyez)
Opening hours
FREE ACCESS 24/7, year-round at the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez. Recommended season: year-round. Off-season conditions vary. Verified on the official website on 24 May 2026 — subject to seasonal changes.
Prices
FREE ENTRY at the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez for everyone, year-round. No tickets. Paid huts and accommodation if staying overnight (50-90 €/night half-board depending on the hut). Verified on 24 May 2026.
Booking
No booking required for the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez trail. Booking for huts/accommodation in summer season recommended from January-April depending on the hut. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Parking
Free parking at the start of the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez in Cluses. Capacity varies by season. Additional parking in the village if saturated in summer.
Animals
Dogs allowed on a leash on the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez. Precautions in protected areas (nature reserves) and technical sections.
Accessibility
Accessibility: Yes - accessible greenway for the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez. Check conditions on site. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Duration
45 min - 1 h by bike · 1 h 30 on foot for the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez depending on ability. Length 2 × 2.5 km one way · 5 km loop. Shorter variants possible depending on route.
Contact
Local Tourist Office plus Haute-Savoie Departmental Council hautesavoie.fr. FFRandonnée Haute-Savoie for GR routes. Verified on 24 May 2026.
Access
How to get there
By car
Cluses (74300) is accessible by car from Annecy/Geneva/Sallanches depending on your location. Free parking at the start of the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez. Follow local signage.
Open in MapsPublic transport
Public transport depending on seasonal line to Cluses. Léman Express plus Région Haute-Savoie coaches plus Mont-Blanc Express depending on zone. Check seasonal timetables.
Open in MapsBy bike
Cycling is recommended on the greenway if it is of the greenway type. For walking trails, cycling is not recommended on the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez.
Open in MapsNearest stops
- Gare Routiere · Cars Région Haute-Savoie · N-CMG, Y81, Y92, Y93, Y94 · 99 m
- Cluses · SNCF (TER) · 131 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)
When to visit
When to visit
The Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez is mainly enjoyed year-round. Off-season: conditions vary by altitude. A PERFECT FAMILY LOOP for families with children in Cluses. THE THYEZ LEISURE CENTRE at the end (Lac de Thyez swimming, beach, play area, food). A local section of the Arve Valley Cycle Route.. A local family greenway route, 2 × 2.5 km one way · 5 km loop, very easy.
Events : Local events depending on the commune of Cluses. Follow the local Tourist Office and hautesavoie.fr for the calendar of events linked to the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez.
Winter
Winter season
Winter access window
Not specified
Winter infrastructure
Not specified
Snow panorama
Not specified
Equipment mandated
Loi Montagne II — winter tyres or chains required (1 Nov – 31 Mar)
Nearby
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is access to the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez paid?
No. Access to the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez is free and open to everyone year-round. No tickets, no toll. Permanent access route, subject to season and weather conditions.
How long is the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez?
The Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez is 2 × 2.5 km one way · 5 km loop. Average duration 45 min - 1 h by bike · 1 h 30 on foot depending on ability. Very easy difficulty. A local family greenway route.
What are the opening hours of the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez?
The Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez has free access 24/7, year-round. Recommended season: year-round. Verified on the official website on 24 May 2026 — subject to seasonal changes.
How difficult is the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez?
The Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez has a very easy difficulty rating. Length 2 × 2.5 km one way · 5 km loop. Duration 45 min - 1 h by bike · 1 h 30 on foot. Altitude approx. 480 m (Cluses-Thyez). Suitable for all hikers.
Is the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez wheelchair accessible?
Accessibility: Yes - accessible greenway for the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez. Check conditions on site. For wheelchair alternatives, see Voie verte du Lac d'Annecy or Sentier des Roselières Saint-Jorioz if not accessible.
When can you do the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez?
Recommended season for the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez: year-round. Off-season conditions vary depending on altitude and snow cover. Check conditions with the local Tourist Office before travelling.
How do you get to the Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez?
The Promenade du bord d'Arve Cluses-Thyez starts from Cluses (74300). Driving is recommended to reach the starting point. Free parking at the starting points. Public transport depends on the line and season.
Sources
Sources & verification
Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.
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