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Aix-les-Bains municipal beach (Aqualac)

Aix-les-Bains' big municipal beach beside the Aqualac aquatic centre: free access, supervised swimming from 30 May to 30 August 2026, 10:00–19:00.

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Aix-les-Bains municipal beach on the Lac du Bourget
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Type
Municipal beach on the Lac du Bourget
Access
Free; paid parking nearby
Best season
Supervision 30 May – 30 August 2026, 10:00–19:00; site open year-round
Parking
Paid parking
Town
Aix-les-Bains
Wheelchair access
Accessible Source: OT Aix les Bains Riviera des Alpes

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What is Aix-les-Bains municipal beach (Aqualac)

The Aix-les-Bains municipal beach, known as plage Aqualac, lines the Lac du Bourget at place Daniel Rops, beside the Aqualac aquatic centre. Access is free — the tourist office says it in one word: 'Gratuit'. Parking is paid.

Swimming is supervised from 30 May to 30 August 2026, 10:00–19:00 — the same dates are published by the tourist office and by Grand Lac, the operator. Outside supervision, the site stays open all year.

Fancy pools? The adjoining Aqualac centre is paid: €5.60 for a day, €4.60 reduced, free under 3, open daily 10:00–19:00 in summer (29 June – 30 August). The beach is wheelchair accessible without assistance, per the official listing.

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Practical

Practical information

Address
Place Daniel Rops, 73100 Aix-les-Bains View on map
Price
Beach free; paid parking
Supervision 2026
30 May – 30 August, 10:00–19:00
Aqualac
€5.60 day, €4.60 reduced, free under 3 — summer: daily 10:00–19:00
Accessibility
Wheelchair without assistance (source: tourist office)
Access

How to get there

By car

Aix-les-Bains lakefront, place Daniel Rops; paid parking nearby.

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When to visit

When to visit

During supervision (30 May – 30 August 2026, 10:00–19:00) for lifeguarded swimming; the site stays open year-round for walks.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Does the beach charge?

No, the municipal beach is free — the tourist office lists it plainly. The nearby parking is paid, and the adjoining Aqualac aquatic centre has its own prices (€5.60 day, €4.60 reduced).

When is swimming supervised?

From 30 May to 30 August 2026, 10:00–19:00 — the same period is published by the tourist office and Grand Lac.

Is the beach wheelchair accessible?

Yes: 'Accessible en fauteuil roulant en autonomie', per the tourist office listing.

Can you go outside summer?

Yes, the site is open year-round; only the lifeguard cover stops off season.

What is Aqualac?

The aquatic centre beside the beach: paid pools (€5.60 day, free under 3), open daily 10:00–19:00 from 29 June to 30 August in summer.

Sources

Sources & verification

Multi-source verification at publication. Information may change — confirm with the official operator before travelling.

Published 10 août 2026·Updated 10 août 2026

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