Cycling circuit : Circuit de la Crusille

Indulge yourself in the delights of this magical place where you can really recharge your batteries... Peaceful waters, gentle mountain slopes, lush aquatic fauna and flora, pretty boathouses, enchanting islands: the scene is set for a thrilling adventure!Regardless of what you desire, here you will find all the ingredients to peace and relaxation: various landscapes, out of the ordinary visits, leisure and nature sports on the water, on the ground and in the air! The Aiguebelette lake, small emerald pearl, welcomes you inside its magnificent setting where you can relax and practice nature sports and leisure. Located in Savoie and at the entrance of the Natural Park of Chartreuse. 3rd natural lake of France with its 545 hectares, the lake belongs to the De Chambost family and EDF (French electricity provider). Its riverbanks and its triangular phreatic table where you can find two small islands in the south remained wild and preserved. Classified as a Nature Reserve in 2015, the Aiguebelette lake is made of a remarkable ecosystem and natural areas both classified and protected. The ecological diversity and the water quality of the lake, which by the way constitutes a reservoir of drinking water for 14 towns, is guaranteed by 70 hectares of reed beds, pastures, wet afforestations and aquatic plant habitats. Very appreciated by fishermen, the lake is surrounded with typical boathouses, a unique heritage in Europe. Several protective measures are implemented and boats with combustion engines are forbidden in order to protect the purity and the beauty of the water. The lake is remarkably fresh and can reach 28 degrees, it is the perfect place for kids and grown-ups: 7 equipped, taken care of and monitored beaches are open to swimmers and others looking for activities during the summer.

From the village of Ste marie d'Alvey, on the col de la Crusille we can enjoy a superb vantage point over the landscapes of the plaine du Guiers and the Pays du Lac d'Aiguebelette. A viewpoint Indicator shows a 180° perspective of this landscape.Thanks to a viewpoint diagram you will know everything about this countryside all around you.You can enjoy a lunch facing this beautiful view thanks to picnic tables.

This large beach offers a breathtaking view of the lac d'Aiguebelette. Several trees and a green park provide welcome shade and freshness. On-site: snack bar and rental of pedal boats, canoes, kayaks, and stand-up paddles.Pedalo rentings with slides, kayak and canoes, stand up paddle, fishing kayak. Snack: local snacks, ice creams, sandwiches, fries, soda/beers, fish & chips, fruits and vegetables mix. Supervised beach from mid June till end of August, renting/activity services from May to September. Group welcomings on booking, except on weekends and bank holidays. Please note that animals and barbecues are forbidden on all the lake's beaches.

Discover our selection of items from some of the best local craftsmen and artists.You like the lake of Aiguebelette: discover the exclusives of the shop. Send a postcard, take a magnet, wear a T-Shirt, a beach bag or offer a biscuit box! The Pays du Lac d'Aiguebelette Tourist Office shop supports local producers. Come to our office where you will find jams, honeys, syrups, beers, génépi and Chartreuse made with passion on our territory. Offer the best of the Aiguebelette lake to your relatives. This territory should be discovered by walking. The shop highlights the essentials to prepare your hike: hiking maps, hiking binders, hiking cards, IGN maps, orienteering routes... The shop is also full of books about the lake of Aiguebelette and Savoie: novels, photo-reportages, documentary books, youth albums... published in Savoie.

The Lac d'Aiguebelette Tourist Information Office can be found right in the middle of the Maison du Lac, in a spanking space that is attractive and modern and offers a friendly welcome!The desk and information area of the tourist office are located in the heart of the Maison du Lac which offers an interactive scenography showing the unknown richness of the lake of Aiguebelette, temporary exhibitions but also a boutique of souvenirs and local products as well as a tea house with a large terrace in front of the lake. Everyone can discover the beauty of the lake as soon as they arrive thanks to the panoramic view of the place, visit the scenography for an out of the ordinary and recreational approach, access the local tourist information, check the tablets to extend their research and of course ask personal advice to our team.