Saxel: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes
Culture
The Church of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine in Saxel is Romanesque in style, has a trilobate shape, and is considered historical and religious cultural heritage. Away from the village centre, the church, cemetery and former presbytery stand on a rocky promontory.
Those wishing to stay overnight in Saxel can search for a holiday apartment to rent.
Nature
Saxel is the most heavily forested municipality in its valley. The large forested areas on the slopes of Saxel serve as refuges and/or breeding grounds for many animal species.
The Etang du Fuzet is a small pond in the municipality of Saxel, in the heart of the Voirons Massif. There is a picnic area at the Etang du Fuzet; it is used for walking, relaxation, picnicking and crayfishing.
In the Brevon valley, at the pass and in the Clavel area, there is a wetland network of high ecological importance. Its hydraulic function and ecological value are to be preserved.
“Rando faune” in Saxel offers guided hikes for observing and photographing wildlife. Depending on the season, chamois, ibex, mouflon, marmots and deer can be observed with “Rando faune”.
Hiking
The “La boucle de la Penottaz” hike is a 2.0-kilometre circular hike, has a picnic area, passes through the forest and offers views of Lake Geneva. It is described as easy.
To the higher-level travel overview: Haute-Savoie.
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