Common surface of 1,087 hectares located in the plain low-chablais the lake, with a coastline of 5 km at an altitude of 372 m to 430 m, the town of about 1650 inhabitants (in 2007) is near the Swiss town of Hermance.
By its location on the shores of Lake Geneva and its protected environment (serving non-urban banks, meadows and wooded valleys, large area of forest?), The town presents undeniable tourist attractions.
Chens-sur-Léman is still a village with large areas of forest and agricultural land. Its natural heritage it is now 2 sites classified as "Natura 2000".
A link allows the lake to transport passengers between Nyon (Switzerland joint) and Chens-sur-Léman.
The economic sectors are:
L? Agriculture: the town has several farms whose business occupies 35% of the municipality.
Fishing: fishing professionals who practice their activity on Lake Geneva (the largest lake in Western Europe, 582 km ² including 239 km ² in France).
Shops and businesses: the town with restaurants, partly related to tourism, shopping as "near" are concentrated in the chief town. There are also companies (construction, green space, carpentry, painting, bottling of wines).
History:
Formerly very populous, there were five on her shore lacustrine (lake dwellings) and the interior, many Neolithic sites, Gallo-Roman and Burgundian.
In the Middle Ages, the parish and the town was known as "Cusy" (or cursier) until about 1860. She reported to the Count of Geneva and occupied an important strategic position between the houses of Savoy and Faucigny. Three fiefs divided the territory Cusy: Grésier, which reported Faucigny and its castle, now vanished, defended the right bank of Hermance and lake access, Servette, which belonged to the Count of Savoy, and finally The largest, Beauregard, who reported to the Count of Geneva.
The heart of the town was then in place known today Cusy, which remains an oratory in the parish church burned during the revolution.
Then the town will be called Cusy-Chens then Chens-Cusy and Chen in 1866 to 1872. In 1953 a ministerial decree authorizes the designation Chens-sur-Léman.
SIGHTSEEING
The public beaches of Beauregard and Tougues
The Park of Chateau de Beauregard
Park Tougues
The museum peasant "Barns of Servette"
Hiking Trails (oratories, bridges, boundary monuments are all assets are to discover when you walk)
The marshes of Marianne
Many activities are offered in the town throughout the year with a rise in summer due to water sports.
The Chens of Vogue, the last weekend of July, celebrates the patron saint of the village (St. Anne), with carnival, ball, without forgetting the famous cycling race.
The Christmas market Chens-sur-Léman the first Saturday of December, has for several years the rendezvous not to be missed, with many craftsmen, the participation of associations and the joie de vivre Chensinois ...
Discover a haven of gastronomy Refuge des Gourmets, in the commune of the Haute-Savoie Machilly! Located just 10km from Annemasse, between nature and the mountains, the restaurant welcomes...
Located 9.6 km from Chens-sur-Léman
58 € per person
Le Rectiligne
8.9
Divonne-les-Bains
Quiet and surrounded by greenery with a breathtaking view on the lake of Divonne-les-Bains, the Jura and the Alps, Le Rectiligne has an extraordinary setting. Here, contemporary decor,...
Located 9.6 km from Chens-sur-Léman
47 € per person
La Terrasse Fleurie
9
Divonne-les-Bains
La Terrasse Fleurie restaurant, located in the heart of the thermal town of Divonne-les-Bains, between Lake Geneva and the Jura mountains, welcomes you in a bucolic setting. The room...
In the heart of AlpesduLéman to HabèrePoche, near Geneva, lies the guest house La Fontaine d'Argence. This beautiful farmhouse has been completely restored with a spirit at once contemporary...
Located 16.5 km from Chens-sur-Léman
From 70 € to 130 € the double room
La Grange
Gex
Bed and Breakfast - Maison d'hôtes. Perfectly situated near the Swiss border and 20 minutes from Geneva airport, this B and B in a 19th century old farm, welcomes you. For your comfort,...
Located 16.9 km from Chens-sur-Léman
From 80 € to 90 € the double room
Au Pré de la Basse
9.6
Orcier
Le bonheur est dans le pre. Beautifully sited on approximately 3100 ft. On the french side of lake genova this chalet “la basse” is built in the traditional savoyan style with many...
Traditional Savoyard mazot equipped for 3-4 people. 20 m²: bedroom 10 m ² plus mezzanine, kitchen, toilet, shower, storage. Bed: sofa bed 140cm, width 2 beds 80cm in mezzanine. In the...
Located 11.9 km from Chens-sur-Léman
From 200 € to 280 € per week
Le renard bleu
Draillant
To fully discover our region, the Blue Fox (former boarding house) offers three furnished (Striped Fox, the Fox Wood, Fox Musical) for rent for short or long stays, with full autonomy....
Located 16.5 km from Chens-sur-Léman
490 € per week
Gîte le champ des pierres
9.2
Fillinges
Detached chalet for 4 - 6 people, perched on the heights of Faucigny, on the southern hillside of Voirons, in the quiet little hamlet of Juffly, the chalet offers you a splendid panoramic...
Camping **, quiet and wooded located 200 m from Lake Geneva Lake and mountains Sciez. Open from mid-April to mid-October. Eco-responsible commitment. Label 'Famille Plus'. Free wifi....
Located 10.1 km from Chens-sur-Léman
From 11 € to 15 € per day
Camping du chatelet
8
Sciez
Three stars campsite situated in Haute-Savoie (France), on the shores of Lake Geneva, 300 meters from the beach and the marina of Sciez-sur-Léman, in a quiet and green place. Pitches...
Located 10.1 km from Chens-sur-Léman
From 13 € to 18.50 € per day
Camping de Saint Disdille
8.6
Thonon-les-Bains
Camping Saint Disdille, Camping Quality, welcomes you from April to September, at Thonon-les-Bains on Lake Geneva in a green and wooded site. Come and enjoy the mountains, swimming...
Villa Cecile is located in Yvoire, on the shores of Lake Geneva. It offers a hammam, hot tub and sauna, along with a swimming pool and free Wi-Fi. Guest-rooms are all equipped with...
Located 6.4 km from Chens-sur-Léman
Room from 150 €
Hôtel Restaurant Du Port
9
Yvoire
Hotel Restaurant du Port is located between Geneva and Evian at the edge of Lake Geneva. Free Wi-Fi is available. Each du Port room has air conditioning, cable TV, an en suite bathroom,...
Located 6.7 km from Chens-sur-Léman
Room from 160 €
Hotel Restaurant Le Jules Verne
8.2
Yvoire
Hotel Restaurant Le Jules Verne is located in the heart of the medieval town of Yvoire, opposite the marina. It offers a hot tub, a bar and free Wi-Fi internet access. The guest rooms...
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