General info
Evian is a piece of heaven, located between the Lake Geneva and the foothills of the gorgeous Chablais mountains. Popular spa resort, climatic town with lakeside promenade, it is also a center for fashion and entertainment. People from all over the world are coming to spend a reinvigorating holiday in a recreational environment. At this cross-border point between France and Switzerland, the scenery is really magnificent with the romantic lake and respectful mountains.
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activities
The Evian water is widely recognized for its medical qualities and celebrities like Madonna use it regularly for their baths. The resort has been developed significantly through years, offering nowadays new thermal baths in the Parc Thermal, new marina at the east of Evian town, and a modern water-sports centre at the west side of the town. Water sports are available at the Lake Geneva, including surfing, sailing, diving, water-skiing and white water activities such as canoeing and rowing. Besides that, spectacular shows are organized and thus you can enjoy the fountains musicals with ballet and classical music. You can make boat trips on the lake, but also cross it over to reach Switzerland.
Evian les Bains can enchant you with many more opportunities for your pleasant time. Following the mountain guide or on an individual base, you can take advantage of the hill-walking routes, horse-riding trips and mountain-biking trails. 18-holes mini-golf course has been created for the golf enthusiasts, who can have an enjoying game right at the lakeside. Tennis is another widely practiced activity and there are 10 courts, as well as a tennis school. In winter the resort is also a nice place to relax and turns to a charming starting point for the ski resorts of Bernex and Thollon, situated at 15 km distance.
Additional info
Leisure facilities and cultural events add to the great value of the resort. Those that love to get familiar with the local customs will receive the chance to learn about the Evian history at the museum "Le Pré lude", Arts gallery or the gorgeous "Ville d'Eaux". Take a promenade at the verdant gardens and parks, and round the evening with a theatre performance or gambling at the casino. Tempting delicacies are served at the restaurants and the visitor can choose between the local and international cuisine. There is nothing more to wish for your great vacation.
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