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About Hermance:
This village was founded by Baron Aymon II of Faucigny in the middle of the 12th century.
In 1355, following a war between the Counts of Geneva and the Counts of Savoy, the barony of Faucigny was conceded to the house of Savoy. In 1792 during the French Revolution, French troops entered the area, created the department of Léman and gave Hermance civil status.
Years later, as a result of the signing of the Treaty of Turin on March 16, 1816, Hermance was ceded by Savoy and reunited with the Canton of Geneva.
Hermance is listed on the Swiss Federal Inventory of Heritage Sites as a site of national importance.
In 1355, following a war between the Counts of Geneva and the Counts of Savoy, the barony of Faucigny was conceded to the house of Savoy. In 1792 during the French Revolution, French troops entered the area, created the department of Léman and gave Hermance civil status.
Years later, as a result of the signing of the Treaty of Turin on March 16, 1816, Hermance was ceded by Savoy and reunited with the Canton of Geneva.
Hermance is listed on the Swiss Federal Inventory of Heritage Sites as a site of national importance.
Things to see, do and discover in the commune of Hermance:
BARS & PUBS
Au Pré de l’EauIdeal for summer evenings, the ambiance is either relaxed, peaceful, or lively, depending on the mood, with a stunning view of Lake Geneva and the sunset.
Enjoy a variety of aperitifs, cocktails, tapas, focaccias, ice creams, lemonades, and wines from the estate.
Open May to September.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
Enjoy a variety of aperitifs, cocktails, tapas, focaccias, ice creams, lemonades, and wines from the estate.
Open May to September.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
Photo: Au Pré de l'Eau
BEACHES
Hermance DébarcadèreSmall, pleasant gravel and grass area next to the Hermance jetty.
Toilets located nearby.
Parking: Route d'HermanceNearest bus stop: 'Hermance, Village'.Location: Google Maps
Toilets located nearby.
Parking: Route d'HermanceNearest bus stop: 'Hermance, Village'.Location: Google Maps
Plage d'Hermance Pebble beach and a grass lawn. There is also a playground for children. Toilets and showers nearby. Snack bar.
Open from 9am to 6pm, mid-May to mid-September.
Entry costs CHF 4 for adults and CHF 1 for children (6-16yrs), free entry after 6pm. Free access the rest of the year.
Parking: Route d'HermanceNearest bus stop: 'Hermance, Village'.Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
Open from 9am to 6pm, mid-May to mid-September.
Entry costs CHF 4 for adults and CHF 1 for children (6-16yrs), free entry after 6pm. Free access the rest of the year.
Parking: Route d'HermanceNearest bus stop: 'Hermance, Village'.Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
HISTORIC BUILDINGS
Eglise Saint-GeorgesThe church, built in the late 13th century for Béatrice de Faucigny to replace a wooden structure, retains its original tall, narrow windows and liturgical pool in the choir.
In the 14th and 15th centuries, several chapels were added, including the Chapel of Sainte-Catherine in 1471 for Isabelle de Menthon. The sanctuary was rebuilt in 1679, with renovations to the bell tower in 1836 and 1955.
After archaeological work and restoration between 1972 and 1974, the exterior walls were fully restored in 2008.
Location: Google Maps
In the 14th and 15th centuries, several chapels were added, including the Chapel of Sainte-Catherine in 1471 for Isabelle de Menthon. The sanctuary was rebuilt in 1679, with renovations to the bell tower in 1836 and 1955.
After archaeological work and restoration between 1972 and 1974, the exterior walls were fully restored in 2008.
Location: Google Maps
NATURAL FEATURES
Hermance RiverThis river that flows through France and Switzerland before entering Lake Geneva.
It rises near the village of Loisin in Haute-Savoie and runs for about 13 km.
In its lower section, the river forms part of the border between the two countries and reaches the lake between the villages of Hermance and Chens-sur-Léman.
There are walking trails along parts of the river, starting at the end of Rue du Bourg-Dessus.
Location: Google Maps
It rises near the village of Loisin in Haute-Savoie and runs for about 13 km.
In its lower section, the river forms part of the border between the two countries and reaches the lake between the villages of Hermance and Chens-sur-Léman.
There are walking trails along parts of the river, starting at the end of Rue du Bourg-Dessus.
Location: Google Maps
POINTS OF INTEREST
Tour d'Hermance The Hermance Tower was constructed at the most vulnerable point of the castle in 1337-1338 by Mermet Jonzier, under the orders of Dauphin Humbert II, who sold Dauphiné to France in 1349.
At that time, Faucigny, with Hermance as its port, was part of Dauphiné.
Location: Google Maps
At that time, Faucigny, with Hermance as its port, was part of Dauphiné.
Location: Google Maps
RESTAURANTS
Ristorante Pizzeria LucaniaCommitted to maintaining the highest quality, this restaurant offers the freshest products possible.
To ensure the authenticity of their dishes, some ingredients are imported from Italy, certified and guaranteed by the European D.O.P. and S.T.G. labels.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
To ensure the authenticity of their dishes, some ingredients are imported from Italy, certified and guaranteed by the European D.O.P. and S.T.G. labels.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
Photo: Ristorante Pizzeria Lucania
Restaurant La Croix FédéraleCafé Restaurant Bistrot offers simple and traditional cuisine, featuring daily specials, fondues, and delicious perch fillets.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
L'Auberge d'HermanceL'Auberge d'Hermance provides a warm and romantic ambiance.
Set in a 19th-century manor beautifully restored in Art Deco style, the inn retains the elegant charm of its historic origins.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
Set in a 19th-century manor beautifully restored in Art Deco style, the inn retains the elegant charm of its historic origins.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
SPORTS & ACTIVITIES
Saun'IceSaun'Ice Hot & Cold Concepts offers a unique lakeside sauna experience at Hermance beach, combining traditional Nordic wellness rituals with panoramic views over Lake Geneva.
Guests can privatise the wood-fired sauna for small groups before cooling off in the lake, creating an authentic hot-and-cold experience inspired by Finnish sauna culture.
Open during winter season.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
Guests can privatise the wood-fired sauna for small groups before cooling off in the lake, creating an authentic hot-and-cold experience inspired by Finnish sauna culture.
Open during winter season.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
WATER SPORTS
Water Riders bike surf rentalWater riding is a unique cycling experience on the water.
Equipment rental is per day.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
Equipment rental is per day.
Website: LinkLocation: Google Maps
Photo: Water Riders
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