Saint-Alban-de-Montbel by Lac d’Aiguebelette

Saint-Alban-de-Montbel lies on the northwestern shore of Lac d’Aiguebelette, on a hill above the lake. The lakeside scenery, trails, and cultural sites offer different ways to shape your stay: you can focus on views of the lake, a hike, or the local cultural heritage.

Lakeside and scenery

The elevated setting shapes the views over Lac d’Aiguebelette. From the large beach at the Le Sougey leisure area, you can enjoy an unobstructed view of the lake; several trees and a green space provide shade and keep things pleasantly cool. The landscape also includes designated biotope zones along the shores of Lac d’Aiguebelette in Saint-Alban-de-Montbel, as well as protected marshlands. The beach, hills, and protected natural areas are different aspects of the surroundings that you can take into account when planning your stay.

Trails by Lac d’Aiguebelette

The Voie verte du tour du Lac passes through Saint-Alban-de-Montbel. It connects the Le Sougey leisure area on the western shore with La Combe in Aiguebelette-le-Lac on the eastern shore and is just under six kilometres long. The route and its endpoints are clearly defined: it runs between two areas of shoreline and should be distinguished from the shorter hike on the Sentier du Sougey.

The Sentier du Sougey is an easy hiking trail, three kilometres long with an elevation gain of 50 metres. It runs from the leisure area car park to the church of Saint-Alban-de-Montbel; the round trip takes about 45 minutes. Themed markers and a landscape interpretation panel explain the surrounding nature. Check the trail’s seasonal access conditions before setting out. This lets you plan the distance, elevation gain, and opportunity to learn more about the landscape along the way.

Cultural sites above the lake

The Château du Perron is a 19th-century château in the hamlet of Le Perron, on the heights of Saint-Alban-de-Montbel. It overlooks Lac d’Aiguebelette and links local architectural history with its position above the lake. The church of Saint-Alban-de-Montbel is also part of the landscape: it can be seen from the islands in Lac d’Aiguebelette, standing on a natural rise in the terrain. The château and church thus offer two different points of interest if you would like to include the commune’s cultural sites in your plans alongside its trails.

Leisure activities at Le Sougey

The Le Sougey leisure area is home to Accro’lac, a high ropes course with more than 1.6 kilometres of courses and 17 zip lines. The facility has 90 activity stations, and sporting leisure activities are available from the age of three. Opening hours may vary by season, so it is a good idea to check the dates before visiting.

At Le Sougey beach on the shore of Lac d’Aiguebelette, various watercraft are available to rent seasonally: pedal boats with slides, kayaks, canoes, and single and tandem stand-up paddleboards. If you are planning a stay around one of these activities, keep in mind that rentals are seasonal and check current availability.

Getting there by train and bus

The nearest SNCF railway station is Lépin-Le-Lac-La Bauche, three kilometres from Saint-Alban-de-Montbel. It is on the Lyon-Part-Dieu–Chambéry–Challes-les-Eaux railway line. In the commune, Belle Savoie Express bus route C1 connects Saint-Alban-de-Montbel with Novalaise and Chambéry. The four stops are called Le Gué des Planches, ZA Ganivet, Salle François Cachoud, and Sougey / Gendarmerie. This information can help you identify possible arrival points and the connection relevant to your stay.

Discover more destinations: Saint-Jean-De-Chevelu, Albertville, Apremont, Beaufort, Ugine, Le Bois, La Rochette, Fontaine-le-Puits.

For the regional travel overview: Savoie.