Hotels in Lac du Bourget, France

Lac du Bourget is the largest natural lake in France, nestled in the Savoie region of the French Alps, and famous for its crystal-clear waters and the dramatic Dent du Chat mountain backdrop. Summers here are warm, around 70-80°F (20-27°C), perfect for paddleboarding or swimming in the lake, while winters drop to 30-40°F (-1 to 4°C) and draw you to the nearby ski slopes of the Bauges Massif. If you visit in spring or fall, you can cycle the 28-mile loop around the lake or explore the 12th-century Hautecombe Abbey on its western shore.