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Base Nautique du lac de Motte Longue has BeachFinder Score: 77/100. Use this as a planning signal only, then check local flags, lifeguards, closures and current beach conditions.
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Quick answer: Base Nautique du lac de Motte Longue today
Base Nautique du lac de Motte Longue is a BeachFinder spot in CH, CH. Today, compare wind 1 km/h · SE, uv 1.9, water quality Check official advisories before leaving. BeachFinder Score: 77/100. Always check official flags, closures and lifeguard advice before swimming.
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Last updated: Nov 6, 12:15 AM local forecast timeBeachFinder Score: 77/100
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Updated: Nov 6, 12:15 AM
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7°C
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5°C
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1 km/h · SE
Gust 7 km/h
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Base Nautique du lac de Motte Longue
Nestled in the Chamonix-Mont-Blanc valley, in Haute-Savoie, QC Terme occupies a unique position at 900 meters altitude, just a few kilometers from the town center and the Mer de Glace ski lifts. Unlike the surrounding Alpine bodies of water scattered 16-17 km away, this site is part of a specific thermal ecosystem, where artificially heated waters contrast with the austere mountain setting. The peaks of the Mont Blanc massif dominate the horizon, while the deep valley channels the winds and creates a microclimate specific to thermal facilities. QC Terme operates as a swimming area reserved for guests of the thermal establishment, offering an experience radically different from the surrounding natural swimming spots. The heated pools, fed by local thermal springs, allow for swimming independent of seasons and Alpine weather conditions. Restricted access gives this place an intimate character, far from the crowds of peripheral beaches, while maintaining a functional rather than recreational dimension in the traditional sense. Facilities include showers and toilets accessible to swimmers. The absence of official supervision and access conditioned to thermal clientele structure the visitor experience. No blue flag is awarded to this type of thermal facility. Accessibility for people with reduced mobility is not documented in the available data.
About this spot
QC Terme Chamonix represents a modern evolution of the Alpine thermal tradition, where local mineral waters, exploited since the 19th century, feed contemporary pools. The name 'QC' refers to the operating group's commercial brand, while 'Terme' emphasizes the thermal heritage. Chamonix, historically a spa resort and Alpine tourism center since the Romantic era, has progressively integrated these wellness facilities into its tourist infrastructure. The establishment embodies the transition between the historical approach to thermal baths and contemporary expectations of thermal relaxation in the mountains.
Updated 5/9/2026
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1 km/h · SE. Wind can change comfort and surface conditions, especially on exposed beaches.
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