This walk along the Arve offers both walkers and mountain bikers a moment of relaxation and discovery of local fauna and flora as well as magnificent viewpoints of the massif du Salève
During this walk you'll come across beavers, little grebes, reed buntings and other rare birds that come to nest in these woods. With the lakes and islands on the other side of the river, you can discover a nature reserve that has been designated a biotope. Further along, after passing the bridge at Étrembières and then going past the attractive "Jardin des Iris" and the Grand Casino, you'll take the wooded path to Creuse and then cross the footbridge over the Menoge which links the municipalities of Bétraz-Monthoux and Arthaz. A few minutes later you'll enjoy a lovely view of the river.
During this walk you'll come across beavers, little grebes, reed buntings and other rare birds that come to nest in these woods. With the lakes and islands on the other side of the river, you can discover a nature reserve that has been designated a biotope. Further along, after passing the bridge at Étrembières and then going past the attractive "Jardin des Iris" and the Grand Casino, you'll take the wooded path to Creuse and then cross the footbridge over the Menoge which links the municipalities of Bétraz-Monthoux and Arthaz. A few minutes later you'll enjoy a lovely view of the river.
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All year round daily.Accepted customers
Accepted customers
- Individuals
Points of interest
Points of interest
Points of interest
1Bois de Vernaz
‘Le Bois de Vernaz’ on the banks of the river Arve is a natural, wooded location offering walkers and mountain bikers a place in which to spend some time relaxing and discovering the local fauna and flora.<br/>‘Le Bois de Vernaz’ is a natural area of interest for ecology, flora and fauna. It has been subject to important forest management in order to ensure its sustainability. The wood has been given an educational role with the creation of a hiking trail and the erection of several information panels.
2Île aux Castors
Testifying to the Arve's ancient braided appearance, the torrent has a branch at Bois de la Châtelaine in Gaillard. An island sits proudly in a meander of the Arve.<br/>It's called "Beaver Island" because it's home to a family of beavers, an astonishing rodent. Beavers use the riverbanks to dig their lodge, the entrance to which is underwater.
The island is largely wooded, with many typical riparian trees such as willows, poplars and alders, which the beaver cuts into pencil shapes to eat the bark of young branches.
The woodland is also home to a multitude of birds that come to find food and shelter on the island (jays, great spotted woodpeckers, nuthatches...). The pebble banks with their fine sand are a godsend for riverside birds.
These include dippers and wagtails, which lay their eggs between the pebbles.
3La Yourte Restaurant
Every day, our team cooks delicious home-cooked meals, mixing the "must-have" dishes that always please (burgers, tartars...) with traditional French recipes and regional specialties they know the secret of.<br/>Our aim is to offer a seasonal cuisine which is both traditional and modern. We favour local producers who are passionate about their produces. Wines are selected using the prestigious Bettane + Desseauve wine guide and the members of the Mercure Wine Club. We also offer regional wines.
To make it easier to taste them, we offer several different glass sizes.
It couldn’t be more simple, just choose your wine and the quantity you would like!
4Mercure Annemasse Porte de Genève
Ideally located for your business or leisure stays, close to Geneva, its airport and exhibition center, as well as ski resorts, all in a green setting, welcome to the Mercure Annemasse Porte de Genève hotel.<br/>79 air-conditioned rooms renovated in 2018.
Come and discover the "Privilège" rooms: bed with mattress topper, memory foam pillows, bathrobe, slippers, Nespresso coffee machine, free mini bar soft drinks. The LA YOURTE restaurant, with its poolside terrace, welcomes you 7 days a week and serves home-style brasserie cuisine. To facilitate your arrival, our large, private, closed and free parking lot is at your disposal.
An ideal stopover on the way to the ski resorts! 4 meeting rooms are available for presentations, seminars, cocktails and private receptions (weddings, birthdays...).
5Hôtel Kyriad Direct Annemasse - Genève
The rooms in your Annemasse - Gaillard hotel offer you the highest standards of comfort for a pleasant stay with every convenience. The hotel offers warm and comfortable bedrooms for 1, 2 or 3 people upon reservation.<br/>In your Première Classe Hotel in Annemasse, the air-conditioned rooms, available for advance booking, all have an en-suite bathroom with shower and WC, a desk, a flat screen TV and free WiFi access.
Start the day well with our self-service buffet breakfast, served from 6.30am to 10am in the week and 7am to 10am on national holidays. For your children under 10, breakfast is half-price.
Your hotel is ideally located close to the A40 and A41 motorways, Cornavin station and Geneva airport, and within easy reach of a wide choice of nearby restaurants for lunch or dinner!
6Restaurant du Casino - Le Trèfle
Restaurant inside the Casino.<br/>This bistronomic restaurant welcomes you for lunch or dinner, alone or with friends, in a warm and friendly atmosphere.
The chef uses local and seasonal produce for a responsible and delicious cuisine.
We also offer a varied daily menu, with special benefits for Players Plus members.
Looking for a quick snack? Pizzas, paninis and sharing boards are available at the bar, to be enjoyed in our lounge area.
Reservations recommended, on The fork or by phone at 0450870787.
Terrace on the banks of the Arve open in fine weather!
