Thônes

Thônes

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownThônesLes Clefs at 3.3 km (5 min)
Insee code74280Les Villards-sur-Thônes at 4.2 km (5 min)
Postcode74230La Balme-de-Thuy at 4.8 km (6 min)
Latitude45.8820310Manigod at 6 km (9 min)
Longitude6.3247610Alex at 8 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 574 to 2280 metersSaint-Jean-de-Sixt at 8.6 km (10 min)
Surface52.33 km²Serraval at 9.5 km (12 min)
Population5777 inhabitantsLa Clusaz at 11.4 km (14 min)
Density116 inhabitants/km²Bluffy at 11.8 km (12 min)
National labelsDingy-Saint-Clair at 12 km (13 min)
Chief townAnnecy (at 21 km, 27 min)Le Bouchet at 13.1 km (16 min)
DepartmentHaute-SavoieMenthon-Saint-Bernard at 13.3 km (15 min)
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

In Haute-Savoie, a few miles from Lake Annecy and the Massif des Aravis Valley Thônes - Val Sulens is at the heart of an idyllic mountain environment, having preserved its traditions, rural activity and its typical habitat. Thônes, a large village character that has developed around its onion dome, is the nerve center of this valley, and put in place throughout the year, activities of great diversity (cultural and sports , gastronomic and tourism).

Val and her 3 Sulens mountain villages (Le Bouchet-Mont-Charvin Keys and Serraval) offer an ideal change of scenery, including the natural character and rural quality of life offers a peaceful and beautiful scenery.

In winter, there are many possibilities to make the most of the snow and mountains. Val Sulens, and its unspoiled landscapes, offers the best hiking in snowshoes and Nordic activities.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Living Museum of Wood and Forest.
  • Museum of Country Thônes.
  • Friends of Valley Thônes.
  • Necropolis National Glières.
  • Departmental Museum of the Resistance and Deportation.
  • Church of St. Maurice.
  • Prehistoric excavations.
  • Museum of Apple and Biscantin.
  • Heritage and nature trail around the cross.
  • Discovery outings.
  • Specialty gourmet reblochon.
  • Activities: Swimming pool - Golf - Tennis indoor and outdoor-Bi-cross - Mini Golf - Skate Park - petanque and bocce - Archery - ATVs and 4x4 - Route tree climbing - Via ferrata - Paragliding.
  • Cinema.
Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Thônes
Leisure centresMuseum of the Pays de Thônes
MonumentsChurch of Thônes
Natural sitesPass of the Buffe

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Every Saturday morning in the heart of downtown: market 8h to 13h.
  • Every Wednesday at 18h in July and August, free shows for children.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Alpine skiing and the new snow can be performed on the ski resorts of La Clusaz, Le Grand Bornand Manigod and Saint-Jean-de-Sixt, Thônes direct neighbors.
  • Visit the old town of Annecy Castle Menthon Saint Bernard and the shores of Lake Geneva is an invitation to discovery.
PHOTOS
Thônes
 
Thônes winter
Thônes Christmas
 
City Hall Thônes
Eglise Saint-Maurice Thônes
 
Place Avet to Thônes
Old Bridge Thônes
  
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
Day
Night
Min. -3°C - Max. -1°C
Wednesday 15 February
Day
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Min. 1°C - Max. 3°C
Thursday 16 February
Day
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Min. 2°C - Max. 6°C
RESTAURANTS 
La croix saint maurice
Le Grand-Bornand
We welcome you dan a mountain atmosphere and warm. Come taste our local specialties!
Located 8.1 km from ThônesFrom 20 € to 30 € per person 
Aux Jardins des Délices
Talloires
Delicious mixture of fine dinning, the light summer cuisine for the lunch on the terrace and the surprising drinks taken in the bar or in the lounge bar, always accompanied with an...
Located 9.9 km from ThônesFrom 40 € to 100 € per person 
Arcalod
Doussard
Lake of Annecy hotel with swimming pool and elevator, wireless internet, flat screen tv, large garden, free car park, free bikes and free activities, bike path.
Located 13.9 km from ThônesFrom 20 € to 30 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Chalet d'altitude Les Lupins    
10
Thônes
This 19th century chalet nested in the middle of Aravis, offers you calm and beauty of the landscape. At the altitude of 1200 m and at the end of a small mountain road, you will discover...
Located in ThônesFrom 70 € to 85 € the double room 
Chalet des Burdines    
10
Thônes
Surrounded by woods and meadows and facing mountains, the chalet, built in 1772, is a privileged ans authentic place where it is good to live in. Two rooms with woodcladding, ethnic...
Located in Thônes70 € the double room 
La clef du temps    
9.5
Saint-Jean-de-Sixt
You want an unforgettable vacation? In a large bowl of fresh air, or simply a refreshing rest? Welcome to The Key of Time! Mary welcomes you desramaut, solitary or in family, in a beautiful...
Located 6.9 km from Thônes77 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Maison marileon proche du lac d'Annecy  
9.6
  SPECIAL OFFER
La Balme-de-Thuy
For you, a house with a terrace overlooking a walled garden, close to the Annecy lake and the hiking trails. Marileon home is located midway between the lake and the ski resorts of...
Located 4.4 km from ThônesFrom 425 € to 750 € per week 
Chalet les trolles
Saint-Jean-de-Sixt
In garden of a family cottage, with exclusive access to a large terrace at an altitude of 1,000 meters. Superb view over the valley Thônes. Ideally located between the two winter sports...
Located 7.4 km from ThônesFrom 500 € to 900 € per week 
Le Chalet du Collet - La Campanule
Thorens-Glières
Located in the heart of Plateau Glières, protected natural site at 1400 m, located between Annecy and Geneva, the Chalet du Collet welcomes you warmly in both apartments for an active...
Located 8.4 km from ThônesFrom 260 € to 460 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping en Alpage Le Megevan à 1550 m    
8.4
La Giettaz
Between LA and clusaz megeve exceptional location for lovers of the mountain with views of Mont Blanc. Absolute tranquility. Numerous hiking and paragliding place. Via Ferrata 5 km....
Located 14.1 km from Thônes10 € per day 
Les Cyclamens  
Le Châtelard
The campground, popular for its family atmosphere extends to a flat grassy field in a beautiful green park. Quiet and shady, it is ideal for complete rest. The spacious sites are bounded...
Located 26 km from Thônes 

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HOTELS
Hôtel Du Midi     
7.1
Thônes
Set in the centre of Thônes, this 2-star hotel offers views of the village square and the via ferrata mountain trails. Local attractions include La Clusaz Ski Resort and Lake Annecy,...
Located in ThônesRoom from 60 €
Logis Hotel Du Commerce     
7.9
Thônes
Logis Hotel Du Commerce is located in the centre of Thones, close to the resort of Les Aravis and 12 km from the ski slopes. It offers free Wi-Fi access. Guest rooms at Hotel Du Commerce...
Located in ThônesRoom from 47 €
Hotel de l'Hermitage     
7.9
Thônes
Hotel de l’Hermitage is located in central Thones in the Haute-Savoie area, 11 km from the Grand Bornand and Clusaz ski resorts. It offers peaceful accommodation with a restaurant....
Located in ThônesRoom from 50 €

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