Maps of Lake Geneva, between Switzerland and France

Maps of Lake Geneva, where France and Switzerland meet: location, geology, depth, catchment areas, transport networks… Zoom in with maps and practical information on the largest lake in the Alps.

Maps of Lake Geneva

Sometimes called Lake Geneva, Lake Geneva stretches along the French-Swiss border between Geneva, Lausanne, Montreux, Evian and Thonon-les-Bains.

At 73 kilometres long, it is the largest Alpine lake in Western Europe. It plays a central role in the landscape, the economy and regional and cross-border trade. Here are some maps of Lake Geneva to (re)discover it in geography.

Global map of the lake

The general map of Lake Geneva provides an overview of its crescent-shaped contours between the two countries, along with the administrative divisions, cantons in Switzerland and département in France. It highlights the position of the main towns, the cantons (Geneva, Vaud, Valais) and the département (Haute-Savoie), the Franco-Swiss border, the Rhône river and the main tributary rivers, as well as the lake’s depth and designations.

Wind map of Lake Geneva

As well as its landscapes, Lake Geneva is marked by a varied wind regime, which gives rhythm to its surface and conditions navigation, weather and the atmosphere of its shores. The wind map shows the main routes taken by the air currents that are typical of the Lake Geneva region.

Tectonic map

The Lake Geneva basin is the result of a complex geological history, marked by glacial erosion and movements of several tectonic units in the Alps and Jura. This simplified map illustrates the major faults and the structure of the lake’s subsoil.

Bathymetric map

The bathymetry of Lake Geneva details the underwater topography by means of contour lines indicating the depth of the lake. It reveals depths of up to 310 metres in the eastern part of the lake, known as the Grand Lac. Bathymetric maps are used for navigation, ecological research and monitoring the quality of aquatic environments.

Map of the Lake Geneva basin

The Lake Geneva catchment area encompasses a vast hydrographic network that feeds the lake, notably from the Rhône and several other mountain rivers.

The map of the basin identifies the tributary rivers of the Rhône and Lake Geneva, the main peaks of the adjoining Alps and its geographical location in the region between France and Switzerland.

Interactive map of Lake Geneva

Here’s the interactive Webzine Voyage map to help you discover and travel around the lake between France and Switzerland.
This map of Lake Geneva includes the following information:

• Train routes and stations around the lake
• River stops and ports for your trips(CGN, Mouettes genevoises)
• Main parks and nature sites
• Cycling around the lake
• The main towns

This map is, of course, not exhaustive: don’t hesitate to let us know if you have any suggestions for additions or corrections.

Map of beaches and water quality

Fancy a swim in Lake Geneva? Produced by the CIPEL *, this map

Other maps of the Rhône river

If you would like to consult other maps of the Rhône river and its valley, from the Alps to the Mediterranean, please visit our dedicated page:

Or go directly to the map of your choice in the Rhône Valley :

• Map of dams, power stations and ports on the Rhône
• Map of stations and trains in the Rhône valley
• Maps of Lake Geneva, between Switzerland and France
• River navigation charts for the Rhône river