Saint-Gervais-les-Bains

Saint-Gervais-les-Bains is a mountain village in Haute-Savoie that extends from about 1,870 feet (570 meters) up to high elevations. The place combines winter sports access with thermal baths and serves as a gateway for alpine activities.

The place was founded by Romans around its natural thermal springs and relied on this resource for centuries. In 1892, a glacier burst caused a major flood that transformed the settlement and prompted its rebuilding.

The town grew around natural thermal springs that have drawn people for centuries and continue to define how locals and visitors experience the place. Traditional crafts and regional customs remain visible in everyday spaces and seasonal activities.

The place is well-connected by train and offers links to major French cities and Switzerland. During winter months, expect snowy conditions and bring warm, waterproof gear for outdoor activities.

A historic cogwheel railway connects the valley to higher regions and provides access to mountaineering routes. This line was built in the 19th century and stands as a technical relic from the early era of mountain access development.

Location: canton of Saint-Gervais-les-Bains

Location: Haute-Savoie

Location: arrondissement of Bonneville

Elevation above the sea: 1,710 m

Part of: Evasion Mont Blanc

Shares border with: Courmayeur, Combloux, Les Contamines-Montjoie, Demi-Quartier, Domancy, Les Houches, Megève, Passy

Address: Saint-Gervais-les-Bains, France

Phone: +33450477566

Email: mairie@saintgervais.com

Website: https://saintgervais.com/mairie

GPS coordinates: 45.89250,6.71361

Latest update: December 6, 2025 21:22