Nâves-Parmelan is a small village located at the foot of the Parmelan mountain in Haute-Savoie. The village is located about 7 km east of Annecy and is adjacent to the communes of Villaz and Annecy-le-Vieux. Its population is about 965 inhabitants, who are called Nâverains and Nâveraines. Nâves-Parmelan is a commune that rises to 640 metres above sea level and is part of the Communauté de Communes du Pays de la Fillière.
History and sports in Nâves-Parmelan
The history of the village
In the Middle Ages, the land was under the control of the lords of Menthon. During the Second World War, the village played an active role in the Resistance. Its proximity to the fighting at Les Glières explains this fact.
Sports activities and walks
Seven signpostedwalks of varying difficulty await you from the village. We particularly recommend the walk to the Bassins de la Lune and the Dents de Lanfont.
The walk to the Nâves waterfall
Then go to the foot of the waterfall to admire the beautiful ice concretions. In summer, the route is very pleasant with a shaded wooded area.
The pond walk
Paragliding in Nâves-Parmelan
The take-off is quite steep and not suitable for beginners. We also recommend that you do not take off in zero or tailwinds. More info on paragliding near Annecy. In winter, a 3 km cross-country ski loop is available from the stadium.
Top rated hotels
Depending on your budget, we have selected five hotels near Nâves-Parmelan. They offer excellent value for money and get very good reviews from guests.
Logis hotel Annecy nord – Argonay
From 70 € per night.
Hotel F1 Annecy Argonay
Prices start at € 35 per night.
Rivage Hotel & Spa Annecy
From 171 € per night.
Imperial Palace
From €138 per night.
Hébé Hotel
From €172 per night.
Services, administration and shops
Restaurants and accommodation
Address: Place du Capitaine Anjot. Numerous guest rooms and furnished accommodation are available for tourists.
The school
The jardin des Mouflets is home to an association of fifteen or so nursery assistants in a dedicated room above the after-school care building. 119 children from the age of 3 years old attendthe village school, which is divided into 5 classes. Address: 140 Route du Fier, 74370 Parmelan.
Public transport
Line 82 links Annecy to Thorens-Glières via Nâves-Parmelan and Villaz, with 9 journeys per day from Monday to Saturday.
Library
The library is located at Place du Capitaine Anjot and regularly offers new books. Opening hours: Thursdays from 4.30 pm to 6.30 pm and Saturdays from 9.30 am to 12 noon.
Town Hall
Place Capitaine Anjout 74370 Naves Parmelan Tel : 04.50.60.65.10 Official website of Nâves-Parmelan