Escapades along the water, 6 Relais & Châteaux addresses

What if your next getaway was by the water? Relais & Châteaux offers six unique locations where nature, refinement and gastronomy come together.

Château de la Treyne – Suspended elegance on the Dordogne River

Classified as a historic monument, this architectural gem overlooks the Dordogne and offers a timeless experience. Silence, serenity, heritage: a winning trio for reconnecting with yourself in a grandiose setting.

Brindos, Lake & Castle – Floating luxury in the Basque Country

In Anglet, on one of France’s largest private lakes, this hotel offers an immersion in local craftsmanship with ten floating lodges. An enchanting setting for those seeking privacy, design and nature.

Le Clos des Sens – Michelin-starred gastronomy overlooking Lake Annecy

Here, Franck Derouet‘s three-star cuisine is combined with breathtaking views of the Savoyard mountains. Each room is equipped with a Nordic bath, perfect for prolonging this sensory experience between lake and sky.

Domaine de Locguénolé – The chateau version of Brittany

Between sea and river, this estate in Kervignac blends historic elegance with raw nature. Surrounded by 120 hectares of greenery, the house is home to a Michelin-starred restaurant where Chef Yann Maget sublimates Breton products in an intimate setting.

Les Hortensias du Lac – Hossegor at the water’s edge

With its 1930s charm, this Basque-Landes mansion boasts a spa, wooden terrace and panoramic view of the Hossegor marine lake. An address where lake and ocean meet for a stay between surf, siesta and refinement.

Auberge du Père Bise – Jean Sulpice – Starry serenity in Talloires

Two Michelin stars, a breathtaking view of Lake Annecy, and a protected setting deep in the mountains: this house offers simple luxury, deeply rooted in nature. Ideal for a rejuvenating break.

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