Les bords de l'Arve - Mountain biking from Gaillard to Arthaz

‘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.‘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.

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.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.

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.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!

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.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...).