Tresserve

This tiny town in Savoie sits on a hill between Aix-les-Bains to the east and Lac du Bourget — France's largest natural glacial lake — to the west, with scenic views in both directions and a café and restaurant scene that holds a surprising number of options for its size. Close to the Alps and within the wider orbit of Chambéry, it makes a practical base for exploring the region.

• Population3,303
• Nearest water from center 0.5 km0.3 mi
• Nearest mountain from center 5.1 km3.2 mi