Description
Take a stroll through the vineyards, whose cultivation has been attested to since ancient times and reached its peak at the end of the 19th century, when Carra wines were renowned throughout Switzerland.
Services
Public toilets
Parking nearby
Animals accepted
Pets must be kept on a leash and remain the responsibility of their owner.Accessibility
Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
Openings
All year 2026 - Open everyday
You can also trek along this path in snowshoes and in the opposite direction.
Location
Contact Viewpoint: Vignes de Carra
Spoken languages
Spoken languages
Environment
Environment
- Close to GR footpath
- Mountain view
- In the country
- Close to a public transportation
Access
Access
- The Vignes de Carra viewpoint is located in Ville-la-Grand. This historic site allows you to discover the local vineyards while enjoying panoramic views over the region and the Swiss border.
Location
Address: Carra (Rue du Vieux Moulin / Rue Fernand David sector), 74100 Ville-la-Grand.
Location: The viewpoint is located in the "Moulin de Carra" area, to the east of Ville-la-Grand, close to the border with the Swiss commune of Presinge.
Access by public transport
1. By bus (Réseau TAC - France)
Bus line Tango, 3 and 6 stop "Ville-la-Grand Eglise".
From the bus stop, it's about a 15-minute walk to the vineyards and Moulin de Carra.
2. By bus (TPG network - Switzerland)
Line C: Get off at Presinge, Grand-Cara.
The site is just across the border, a few minutes' walk away.
3. By train (Léman Express)
Get off at Annemasse station.
The site can be reached in about 25 minutes on foot (2.2 km) or 10 minutes by bike from the station. You can also take the Tango bus from the station to the "Église" stop.
Access by car
Follow signs for Ville-la-Grand center, then Moulin de Carra.
Parking: Parking spaces are available close to Rue du Vieux Moulin. The final area is a greenway, so access is a short, flat walk.
