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The best water sports to do on Lake Nantua this summer

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Try it out this summer on Lake Nantua

When the warmer weather arrives, Lake Nantua becomes one of the most beautiful playgrounds in the Haut-Bugey region. With its turquoise waters, unspoiled environment, and surrounding cliffs, it offers an exceptional setting to fully enjoy summer.

Whether you prefer relaxation or sports activities, here are 5 leisure experiences not to be missed during your next stay in Nantua.

Top 5 water sports to discover on Lake Nantua

1. Discover the lake by paddleboard

It's impossible to come to Nantua without trying stand-up paddleboarding (SUP).

Accessible to everyone, it allows you to explore the lake at your own pace while enjoying a unique view of the surrounding mountains. For families or groups of friends, a maxi paddleboard is also available for sharing a convivial moment on the water.

Our advice: set off early in the morning, when the lake is particularly calm.

2. Set sail!

The Nantua Sailing Club offers a wide range of equipment for rent: dinghies, catamarans, windsurfing boards, and even cruising sailboats.

Whether you're a beginner or an experienced sailor, everyone can enjoy the ideal conditions offered by this glacial lake, located at an altitude of nearly 470 meters.

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3. Explore the riverbanks by canoe or kayak

Fancy a peaceful outing? Canoeing and kayaking allow you to travel along the banks at your own pace and discover viewpoints often inaccessible from land.

The Sailing Club also offers yoga-kayaks, an original activity combining sailing and well-being.

4. Enjoy swimming and the beach

In the summer, two swimming areas welcome young and old.

Colonne beach and Albert Griot beach offer supervised swimming areas, relaxation areas as well as a range of food and drink options nearby.

After a refreshing swim, all that's left to do is sit down on the terrace and enjoy the view.

5. Alternate between water sports and walks around the lake

The best way to discover Nantua is undoubtedly to combine pleasures.

After a morning on the water, take the lake tour, a route of approximately 6.5 km, accessible on foot or by bicycle, offering magnificent views of the lake and the limestone cliffs.

A great way to extend the day outdoors.

Where to stay to fully enjoy Lake Nantua?

Located directly on the lakefront, the Hotel L'Embarcadère is the ideal starting point for discovering all these activities. Within a few minutes' walk, you can reach: the beach, the sailing club, paddleboard and pedal boat rentals, the lake tour, and summer entertainment. After a day in the sun, return to the comfort of your room or enjoy dinner overlooking the lake at the hotel's restaurant.

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A summer of nature, sport and relaxation

Lake Nantua is one of the most beautiful surprises in the Ain department. Easily accessible from Lyon, Geneva or Bourg-en-Bresse, it allows you to enjoy a real outdoor getaway without traveling hundreds of kilometers.

Whether you are a fan of paddleboarding, sailing, swimming or simply unspoiled landscapes, everything is in place to spend an unforgettable summer in the heart of Haut-Bugey.

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