The commune and village of Aiguebelette-le-Lac are located in the Savoie department of France. It has a population of 249 as of 2016. It is named after Lac d’Aiguebelette, France’s largest natural lake. Visitors to Aiguebelette can enjoy a number of activities including canyoning, rowing and paragliding.
Lac d’Aiguebelette
The Lac d’Aiguebelette is a natural lake in the commune of Aiguebelette-le-Lac, Savoie department. It is surrounded by mountains and has a pleasant climate.
Rowing
The lake of Aiguebelette-le-Lac is ideal for rowing training camps. The lake has a 2000m, 6-lane course on which rowers can compete. In addition, the city has hosted the World Rowing Championships twice, in 1997 and 2015.
Canyoning
If you’re looking for an active vacation in France, Canyoning in Aiguebelette-le Lac is an excellent choice. In the surrounding area are mountain ranges. The Col de l’Epine is to the north and Le Mont Grelle to the east. You’ll find several different canyoning trails in this area.
Paragliding
Aiguebelette-le-Lac is an ideal location to try paragliding. The terrain is suitable for paragliding and is known for its beautiful scenery. During the initiation course, participants will learn all about paragliding techniques. They will then take their first solo flight, assisted by a radio. Depending on the level and the weather, they may progress to a higher level course.
Natural heritage
Located on the edge of the Chartreuse Natural Park, Lac d’Aiguebelette is the third largest natural lake in France. Aiguebelette is home to a variety of species, including endangered species, and there are pre-historic stilt buildings that are a part of the Alps prehistoric UNESCO World Heritage Site. The lake also has an impressive ecosystem and several protected conservation areas.
Tourist attractions
Aiguebelette-le-Lac is a village in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France, and a commune in the Savoie department. As of 2016, the population was 249. It is named after the Lac d’Aiguebelette, the largest natural lake in France.
Taking the train to Aiguebelette-le-Lac
The train station Aiguebelette-le-Lac is a French railway station and has services to Bourgoin-Jallieu, Chambery, Aix-les-Bains—Le Revard, Grenoble & Lyon on Route 903.
