Doussard: Hotels and Accommodation
Accommodation in Doussard
Doussard is home to the Bout du Lac nature reserve. It is a wetland crossed by the two waterways Eau Morte and Ire, which feed Lake Annecy. Since May 2010, the Bout du Lac nature reserve has been accessible to people with disabilities via a 1.6 km-long path that crosses part of the area. The footpath through the Bout du Lac d’Annecy nature reserve is accessible to everyone and features several educational stations.
When paragliding, landings in Doussard take place in designated landing zones. The Boucle du Facteur route passes through the village of Doussard.
If you would like to find a hotel for your stay in Doussard, you can use the accommodation selection.
Cycling
The former railway line between Albertville and Annecy was converted into the Voie Verte, a cycle path. The Voie Verte du lac is accessible to non-motorised vehicles and pedestrians. From Doussard, the Voie Verte provides connections towards Annecy or Albertville. It features gentle climbs and descents.
Culture
The Tour de Beauvivier is a roofless medieval ruin overlooking Lake Annecy.
A circular route at the Pont de Verthier presents the history of the former toll bridge and water-powered mills. The circular route at the Pont de Verthier also includes the Notre Dame de la Nativité chapel. At the Pont de Verthier, free individual visits can be made independently at any time.
Lakes and waterways
Douss’plage is a sandy beach in a natural, protected and green setting on Lake Annecy. Douss’plage is open daily all year round. In summer, from 1 July to 31 August, Douss’plage is free of charge and supervised. Douss’plage is accessible to wheelchair users with assistance, as well as to wheelchair users who can move around independently.
Events
Doussard’s summer market takes place weekly in the town centre during the summer season. At the summer market, local producers, craftspeople and traders offer regional specialities, fresh produce, handmade creations and culinary offerings.
To the main travel overview: Haute-Savoie.
More destinations
More places in the same destination: