Étangs d'Étrembières

Chemin des Grandes îles, Le Pas de l'Échelle, 74100 Étrembières

Description

This natural area located on the banks of the river Arve is made up of 3 stretches of water. It is classified as a biotope and provides a habitat for several species of protected animals and plants on both a regional and national level, such as beavers, little grebes, common reed buntings and reed warblers.
Easily accessible from nearby residential areas, with signage at the access parking lots to guide visitors upon arrival. Marked trails, Natura 2000 signs, and convenient parking lots… everything is ready for you to enjoy nature without any hassle! You can reach the marked trail along the Arve River (Chemin de l’Arve, PDIPR). You can also access the trail from the Swiss side. Please note: Etrembières Pond is private property; fishing is prohibited there.

Services

Animals accepted
Pets must be kept on a leash.
Self-guided visits (groups only)
Self-guided visits

Openings

All year 2026 - Open everyday

Location

Étangs d'Étrembières
Chemin des Grandes îles, Le Pas de l'Échelle, 74100 Étrembières

Spoken languages

Spoken languages
  • French

Environment

Environment
  • Lakeside or by stretch of water
  • In the country
  • Outskirts of town

Access

Access
  • By bus: Line 4 - Etrembières, "les îles", from Annemasse or Saint-Julien-en-Genevois

    From Geneva, TPG bus line 8 "Veyrier Douane", then 20 min walk along the Chemin de l'Arvaz to the Îles d'Etrembières.

    By car :
    Continue to the end of Chemin de l'Eau Belle. A barrier closes off the path, so you can park on the side, taking care to keep access to the barrier clear.
Updated on 20 July 2026 at 17:08
by Office de Tourisme des Monts du Genevois
(Offer identifier : 118135)
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