By Car To get driving directions to the resort go to either the AA Website or the Michelin Route Planner website www.viamichelin.com or www.theaa.com
Looking for an airport transfer at a good rate? www.skitransfers.com offer an excellent service. English-speaking drivers greet you at the airport and then drive you to the resort. Their vehicles range in size up to a 19 seater minibus. Child seats also available.
About The Resort..
Thollon Les Memises is situated in the Haute Savoie with a beautiful view over Lake Geneva. It's cradled on the plateau and is described in the Michelin guide as "The most beautiful observatory of Leman" The resort is very sweet with a village atmosphere and good for families
Other Activities
The Tourist office organises walks - check out their details Table tennis tournaments horse drawn sleigh rides small car races
Accommodation
Nathalie et Eric Bock Lajoux - Gîtes de France Tél/Fax : 0033 450 70 92 07
Hotel Bellevue Philippe VIVIEN , Le Nouy Tel : 0033 450 70 92 79 , Fax : 0033 450 70 97 63 ,
Hotel Le Bon Sejour Family DUPONT Le Nouy Tél : 0 33 450 70 92 65 Fax : 0033 450 70 95 72 site internet : www.bon-sejour.com e-mail : infos@bon-sejour.com
We recommend hiring your skis and snowboards at Ecco-skis in Les Effalees in Thollon Les Memises. If you book online here at Snowbrainer you can make big savings on the recommended retail price for all your winter equipment. Your equipment will be waiting for you in the shop on your arrival.
Ski Books, Snowboard Books and Ski Holiday Information Books
Looking for some information before you go on holiday or looking for a book to read when you are there. Here's some books we recommend. They're worth a read before you head off on your winter holiday or they can make great presents for skiers and snowboarders.
Top 5 Things To Take
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