Le Vengeron (Genève) — Western Switzerland
Geneva's bise machine: with more than 25 years of kite history, Le Vengeron on the right bank of Lake Geneva is the Léman reference when the north-easterly bise blows — steady wind, open water and a quick city escape. The MeteoSwiss Cointrin station sits 2 km away, so the live reading is essentially the spot.
Wind: 12–25 kn · NE — Sports: kite, wing, windsurf — Level: all levels — On site: food
Rules: Kite launch closed in high summer (roughly 1 July–31 Aug, picnic season) and kiting prohibited on the Petit-Lac below the Vengeron–Tour-Carrée line — wing/windsurf unaffected. Harbour construction is ongoing (2026): access and parking change frequently; paid parking.
Caution: Cold water outside midsummer, chop building with the bise fetch, busy shoreline.
Frequently asked questions
Which wind direction works best at Le Vengeron (Genève)?
Le Vengeron (Genève) works best with wind from NE. The typical sailable range is 12–25 kn.
Is Le Vengeron (Genève) suitable for beginners?
Yes — Le Vengeron (Genève) suits all levels, from beginners to advanced riders. Check the hazards section on this page before your first session.
Which sports can you do at Le Vengeron (Genève)?
Le Vengeron (Genève) is used for kitesurfing, wing foiling and windsurfing. Swiss lakes have binding zoning and shore rules, and some sports are restricted here — see the rules section on this page.
Is there a live webcam at Le Vengeron (Genève)?
Yes — this page shows 2 live webcams for Le Vengeron (Genève), together with the measured wind from the nearest MeteoSwiss station and a 3-day forecast.
What facilities are there at Le Vengeron (Genève)?
On site you'll find food & drinks. Main season: ganzjährig (Bise-Kern Herbst–Frühling). Opening times vary with the season — check ahead.
What kind of wind blows at Le Vengeron (Genève)?
Le Vengeron (Genève) runs on the bise, the cold north-easterly of the Swiss plateau. This page forecasts that wind system specifically and shows the live reading from the nearest MeteoSwiss station.
Where exactly is Le Vengeron (Genève)?
Le Vengeron (Genève) is in Western Switzerland, Switzerland, 372 m above sea level (46.2430, 6.1550). Use the route button on this page for directions.