The Arve is a river in the Alps that rises in the Mont Blanc massif in France and later flows through Switzerland. In France and Switzerland, you can go kayaking or white water rafting on the Arve. The hiking trails along the Arve offer beautiful views of the surrounding Alps and lead through idyllic villages and lush forests. The Arve flows on to Geneva, where it joins the Rhone. In Geneva, the Arve offers popular recreational opportunities along its banks.