Vinifrance Thonon-les-Bains 2026: where to stay near Espace Tully

The Vinifrance fair in Thonon-les-Bains has become a fixture for wine lovers around Lake Geneva. For three days, Espace Tully hosts independent growers and food artisans from across France, all offering tastings and direct sales from their stands. Strolling the aisles is a chance to explore appellations from Burgundy, the Loire, the Rhône and beyond, often with the winemaker himself pouring the glass. Visitors can compare vintages, ask about vinification methods and restock their cellar at cellar-door prices. Beyond the tasting stands, the programme includes oenology workshops, guided tastings led by sommeliers and food corners pairing the wines with cheese, charcuterie and other regional specialities. It suits both casual drinkers looking for a good weekend out and collectors hunting for specific bottles. Set on the shores of Lake Geneva, Thonon-les-Bains gives visitors a reason to extend the trip. Accommodation in the city fills up quickly during the fair, with attendees coming from across Haute-Savoie and neighbouring Switzerland, so booking a hotel near Espace Tully well in advance is advised.