A family owned site close to the village of Neydens set against a backdrop of mountains, La Colombière is a friendly and attractive base from which to explore this stunning region. It has spacious, level pitches separated by fruit trees and flowering shrubs, and excellent, well-kept facilities including an indoor pool, bar and restaurant. The English-speaking owners have a vineyard nearby, and a bottle of their produce can be sampled in the on-site restaurant.
Buses to Annecy and Geneva can be caught at the stop just 800m from the site. Annecy is enchanting with its lakeside setting and colourful buildings. The 16th century Château d’Annecy is a highlight, with its artistic and historical exhibitions. Chamonix can also be reached in an hour, and you can ascend the Aiguille du Midi for spectacular views of the Alps from here.
Around and about
Neydens, Geneva, Annecy, Mont Salève, Mont Blanc, Olympic Museum (Lausanne), Les Gets (ski resort), Tropicaland, Lac d’Annecy, Vineyards, Cycle routes, Châteaux, Roman remains, Shopping centre.
5 miles south of Genève. From the A40 take junction 13 onto the D1201 towards Annecy (for 1.2 miles / 2km). after shopping complex (Migros) turn left towards Neydens and the site will be on the right just past the church. From Chamonix (A40) take exit 13.1 on to the D118 follow, "toutes directions" until the the roundabout with the right turn signed Annecy/Neydens on the D18. Take the first exit. After 1.2 miles / 2km turn right onto the D178 (signed Neydens), the site will be on the left. From Switerland via Geneva A1: After frontier follow green sign to Annecy on the D1201 (with A40 Paris) then almost immediately take exit for Annency (D1201) After shopping complex (Migros) turn left into village, and site will be on the right.
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Thomas65
Reviewed on 20/08/2018 13:24
