Floating down the Rhône River

At the base of Lake Geneva, the river’s clean, emerald waters beckon, reaching 24-25°C in late August! Regulars know to get in beneath the Sous-Terre Bridge (along Quai du Seujet) and let themselves be carried downstream by the current — which is strong at first — on a kayak, inflatable float, SUP or using a dry bag as a buoy. At La Jonction, where the Rhône meets the Arve, water temps drop to 10-15°C, but the colder waters are very calm. You can get out at the access ramp near the Passerelle du Lignon bridge (45-75 min. float), at the Moulin de Vernier beach (60-90 min. float), or at the Peney Bridge — which is the last stop before the dangerous Peney Dam and adds 1.5-2 hours to your journey going through the forest… but you’ll have to paddle! Some safety tips: avoid stormy days or when the current is very strong, and look out for excursion boats; also be sure to bring paddles to steer, a dry bag and… a picnic!

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