According to the French pond price observatory by ma-propriete.fr, which analyses DVF transactions recorded from July 2020 to December 2025, pond sales in the Haute-Savoie are too few in 2025 (0 transaction) to publish a reliable departmental price – 1 sale over the whole period. These are mostly small ponds (median area of 0.7 ha). At regional level, the median price of a hectare of pond in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes reaches €19 818/ha in 2025, up about 63% on 2021. The national median stands at €25 235/ha.
| Median pond price in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes (€/ha) | 2020* | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DVF median | 13 877 | 12 173 | 22 619 | 17 361 | 15 847 | 19 818 |
* 2020: second half only.
| Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes – key figures 2025 | Value |
|---|---|
| Median price 2025 | €19 818/ha |
| Average price 2025 | €26 160/ha |
| Price range 2025 (P10–P90) | €10 821 – €41 833/ha |
| Median area 2025 | 2.0 ha |
| Number of sales 2025 | 16 |
Set against the Pre-Alps, between Lake Geneva and Lake Annecy, the Haute-Savoie is home to a remarkable mosaic of water bodies. Around Thonon-les-Bains, Annemasse and Cluses, you will find both still waters, fed by run-off and springs, and flowing waters connected to mountain streams and rivers. These aquatic environments lend themselves to many uses: relaxation and leisure by the water, fishing for trout or carp, small fish-farming operations and, on certain estates, waterfowl hunting. In this highly sought-after mountain setting, ponds remain rare and prized assets, valued as much for their scenic beauty as for the quality of life they offer.
Beyond their appeal, these Pre-Alpine ponds play an essential role for biodiversity: they shelter amphibians, dragonflies and migratory birds, and help maintain the balance of local wetlands. Buying a pond in the Haute-Savoie means understanding the regulations: depending on the surface area of the water body, a simple declaration or an authorisation may be required, particularly in sensitive areas. Regular upkeep is essential to protect the resource: draining operations, monitoring and reinforcing the dykes, managing vegetation and checking the filtration systems all ensure clean water and a lasting ecosystem.
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