Where to swim near Lyon?
Are you planning a future stay at our hotel in Lyon, the Best Western Hôtel Créqui? Are you wondering where you can swim in the middle of nature? We have the answer below!
Between lakes, natural swimming pools, rivers and water bodies, the region offers numerous spots to swim and relax near the Lyon metropolis.
With its 350 hectares, the Miribel-Jonage lake offers a peaceful environment, with several gravel beaches and a sandy beach. You can picnic with your family or friends. The area lends itself to various activities such as canoeing/kayaking, sailing, horse riding, golf, etc.
On more than 10 hectares, enjoy its sandy beach and lawns for a pleasant idleness break.
A privileged place in the middle of nature! You can swim in this totally different area, between sandy and pebble beaches.
Fancy a swim in turquoise water? Head for Lake Aiguebelette, a magical and rejuvenating place with a magnificent view of the mountains. The 3rd largest lake in France, it has 7 supervised and equipped beaches. In summer, the water can even reach 28°C.
Dive into turquoise blue water as if you were in the Seychelles, with water at 25°C in summer. The lake has 4 supervised beaches, with sand or pebbles.
Our ideas for natural swimming around the Lyon metropolis
Between lakes, natural swimming pools, rivers and water bodies, the region offers numerous spots to swim and relax near the Lyon metropolis.
Lake Miribel-Jonage - 20 minutes from Lyon
With its 350 hectares, the Miribel-Jonage lake offers a peaceful environment, with several gravel beaches and a sandy beach. You can picnic with your family or friends. The area lends itself to various activities such as canoeing/kayaking, sailing, horse riding, golf, etc.
Lake Bordelan - 30 minutes from Lyon
On more than 10 hectares, enjoy its sandy beach and lawns for a pleasant idleness break.
Ain River in Priay - 40 minutes from Lyon
A privileged place in the middle of nature! You can swim in this totally different area, between sandy and pebble beaches.
Lake Aiguebelette - 1 hour from Lyon
Fancy a swim in turquoise water? Head for Lake Aiguebelette, a magical and rejuvenating place with a magnificent view of the mountains. The 3rd largest lake in France, it has 7 supervised and equipped beaches. In summer, the water can even reach 28°C.
Lake Paladru - 1 hour from Lyon
Dive into turquoise blue water as if you were in the Seychelles, with water at 25°C in summer. The lake has 4 supervised beaches, with sand or pebbles.
