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Day trips from Combloux

Updated on 28 September 2026.

DestinationDistance / timeWhat to do
Annecy91 km / 1 hr 15 by motorwayThe old town, the lake, the beaches at Saint-Jorioz and Talloires, cycling round the lake (cycle path)
Geneva84 km / 1 hr 05 to the airportThe Jet d'Eau, the old town, CERN, the lake; the airport
Courmayeur (Italy)50 km / 1 hr through the Mont Blanc TunnelThe Italian side, Skyway Monte Bianco, Val Ferret; tunnel €55.80 one way, €69.20 return valid 7 days (2026)
Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval51 km / 1 hrThe cirque, nature reserve, waterfalls, the Bout du Monde
Cascade d'Arpenaz15 km / 20 minThe 270 m waterfall visible from the Sallanches road, beside the A40
Plateau d'Assy27 km / 45 minLac Vert, the Jardins des Cimes, the church of Notre-Dame-de-Toute-Grâce (Léger, Matisse, Chagall, Rouault)
Évian and Yvoire80-90 km / 1 hr 20 – 1 hr 30The French shore of Lake Geneva, the medieval village of Yvoire, the Évian thermal baths
Les Contamines-Montjoie19 km / 27 minThe nature reserve, Lac d'Armancette, Notre-Dame-de-la-Gorge
La Giettaz and the Col des Aravis27 km / 43 minThe pass, the view of Mont Blanc, and La Clusaz and Le Grand-Bornand beyond (reblochon cheese)

All distances are from the building, without traffic; on winter Saturdays, allow twice as long in the Arve valley.

Frequently asked questions

Can I do Annecy in a day?

Yes: it is 91 km and 1 hr 15 by motorway, enough for the old town, the lake and a beach or a bike ride round the lake.

Can I get to Italy without a car?

Not really, other than by bus.

Can I use the Mont Blanc Tunnel in winter?

Yes, but winter equipment is compulsory on the Italian side too.

Can I get to Geneva without a car?

Yes, by bus (274 + Y83) or by train.

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