camping La Ravoire
Annecy,Haute-Savoie
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Geneva is a gem of a city benefiting from an amazing location in the Alps. It sits on the shores of Lake Geneva, close to the border with France, in the French-speaking part of Switzerland. It attracts cross-border commuters who come to work in Switzerland while living in France, and it appeals to holidaymakers too!
It has to be said that Geneva is a benchmark in several areas. First, cleanliness, something that visitors notice immediately. Next, for its green spaces. Even in the midst of the bustling city, you’ll relish the sense of fresh air. Finally, there are plenty of sights to see, including the famous Jet d’Eau (or water jet) on Lake Geneva.
There are a few campsites on the Swiss side, on the shores of Lake Geneva, but they remain quite rare. You’ll find most campsites in Geneva and its surroundings on the French side. As the city is conveniently located near many roads, this can be the best solution. It’s also a good way of combining a trip to the Haute-Savoie with a tour of Geneva and the wider French-speaking area of Switzerland.
Yelloh! Village welcomes you for a holiday at a campsite near Geneva, on the shores of Lake Annecy. Visit two of the most beautiful towns in the Alps… and two of the most stunning Alpine lakes. An excellent plan, meaning you can enjoy Yelloh! Village comfort, along with all the on-site shops and services. And then there are the fun activities and the children’s clubs for your youngsters. And of course, you’ll find a family-friendly water park, where you can cool off at any time, enjoy a dip or race down the waterslides!
Finally, you’ll be a stone’s throw from Lake Annecy and its idyllic setting. Greet the day with the lake before you and the mountains just behind.
If you visit Geneva during your camping holiday, you’ll be visiting a city with international standing. Not unlike New York, for example. In fact, the two cities have a lot in common. For example, they are both home to the headquarters of a plethora of international organisations and NGOs. Geneva is actually the city with the highest number of such institutions. It includes the European headquarters of the UN, along with the headquarters of the WHO, the International Red Cross and the WTO.
Another thing they have in common: neither is the capital of their country. The capital – or rather the federal city – of Switzerland is Bern.
To further bolster Geneva’s status as an international city, it is now part of a cross-border agglomeration: Greater Geneva. This is based on Franco-Swiss cooperation and brings together more than 200 municipalities, with towns in the canton of Geneva, the District of Nyon, the canton of Vaud, as well as the French departments of Ain and Haute-Savoie. In total, more than one million inhabitants live in Greater Geneva.
Is Geneva on your list of must-see places for your camping holiday? A great idea, as there’s no shortage of things to see and do! Start with a tour of the old town and admire Saint-Pierre Cathedral, Tavel House and many other historical sights. However, one spot you simply mustn’t miss is Lake Geneva and its Jet d’Eau. Not only is the scenery beautiful, but a walk or a bike ride around the lake is also highly enjoyable. We then recommend a stroll in Bastions Park, home of the Reformation Wall, a symbol of Geneva’s resilience in the face of the Savoyards’ attempted invasion.
For culture lovers, Geneva is packed with museums and cultural attractions to visit, from the art scene to the nerve centres of international and city organisations. Finally, to alleviate the stresses and strains of everyday life, head to the Bains des Pâquis, the Turkish baths found outdoors on the right bank of the lake. The establishment also includes a sauna and hammam.