The origin of the name dates back to Celtic Cranves or to Ligurian Cranava or Cranavis, which comprises Caran (oak) and Ava (water), and describing the "torrent of oaks. As for the name of Sales may refer to Germanic sala, which means a place inhabited an area.
The territory is inhabited Cranves-Sales for a very long prehistory having seen successive waves of people coming either from Geneva Switzerland plateau or mountains of the Valais, from southern France through the Rhone Valley. However, unfortunately, no evidence except the memory of a dolmen which was demolished in 1863 and which we know only the approximate location between the capital and the Bergue. Note that a similar building "the dolmen of the Cellar of the fairies" are still in St. Cergues, common borders Cranves-Sales at the hamlet of Cabouet.
The common Cranves-Sales located on the side of the massive Voirons is part of the great metropolitan Annemasse-Genève it benefits from the infrastructure (airports, TGV, Autoroute Blanche?) And facilities (hospitals, clinics, museums, schools, colleges? ).
Its location in the heart of the department puts him within reach of Lake Geneva and Lake Geneva, Italy via the Mont Blanc tunnel and all the resorts (Annecy, Evian, Thonon?) Or winter (Morzine -Avoriaz, Les Gets, Flaine and Grand Massif?).
With 5433 inhabitants in an area of 1361 hectares, which ranged between 445 m altitude along the river Menoge 1457 m summit of the massif of Voirons, Cranves-Sales a predominantly residential character that combines the charms of the countryside to those the nearby town.
Over the past 30 years the town has grown quite large, its population increasing from 1060 inhabitants in 1962 to 5230 in 2005. Today Cranves-Sales with 5433 inhabitants is a common peri urban residential character marked although it still ten farms.
Its unique location on the side of Voirons and its equipment can offer its people, including more than 30% under 20 years, quality of life particularly appreciated: the presence of many sports and cultural associations, creation of municipal services Youth, school groups (grades kindergarten and elementary) school, shops and services.
In valley green, in a quiet hamlet with superb views of the mountains and valley.
Located 13.4 km from Cranves-Sales
60 € the double room
La Persévérance
9.2
Onnion
Nestled in a green mountains crowned by Savoy, the beautiful wood cottage built in the tradition of the country opens its doors for you to share his warm and friendly. You can also...
Located 14.5 km from Cranves-Sales
76 € the double room
La Fontaine d'Argence
9.5
Habère-Poche
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...
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...
Located 4.4 km from Cranves-Sales
From 400 € to 450 € per week
Entre lacs et montagnes
Reignier-Esery
Newly redecorated including 1st and 2nd floor of a house (ground floor offices) with private garden and trees. Fully equipped. Bathroom with hair dryer. Beds with duvets and pillows....
Located 5 km from Cranves-Sales
From 500 € to 800 € per week
Chalet Les Barattes -www.lesbarattes.com
9.9
Reignier-Esery
650 m above sea level, near Geneva, facing the Alps, offers many opportunities to discover the Haute-Savoie, lakes, mountains, spas, golf courses. Enjoy its unique location, its panoramic...
Camping **, quiet and wooded located 200 m from the lake and mountains from Geneva to Sciez. Open from mid-April to mid-October. Pitches for tents and caravans, and home service area...
Located 18.8 km from Cranves-Sales
From 11 € to 14 € 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 18.8 km from Cranves-Sales
From 12.50 € to 16.50 € per day
Camping de Saint Disdille
9.6
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...
Featuring a sauna and a hot tub on the terrace, this renovated 20th-century farmhouse is set in the Haute Savoie region. The hotel features a gift shop selling wines and specialities....
Located 1.2 km from Cranves-Sales
Room from 100 €
Comfort Annemasse Genève
6.6
Annemasse
Comfort Annemasse Genève is situated in Annemasse, 2km from the train station and 8 km from Geneva. It offers free Wi-Fi internet access and free on-site parking. All of the en suite...
Located 2.2 km from Cranves-Sales
Room from 69 €
Première Classe Annemasse Ville La Grand
7.3
Ville-la-Grand
The hotel harmoniously blends in warm and modern materials and wood furnishings thus providing cosy accommodation. Première Classe Annemasse Ville La Grand features 80 air-conditioned...
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