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The “Venice of the Alps” is the name given to Annecy, a city renowned throughout Europe for its old streets and canals. This charming city between lake and mountains will seduce you in all seasons.
Annecy
The Venice of the Alps
Shades of blue
at the foot of the mountains
The old town, famous for its château, its former prisons at the Palais de l’Isle, its cobbled streets and stone houses with arcades, abounds in cafés and restaurants with sunny terraces, always in bloom in summer. In the town center, you’ll find a host of brand-name boutiques, an incomparably charming setting for a shopping spree.
For lovers of postcard landscapes, let yourself be captivated by the translucent blue waters of Lake Annecy, reflecting the surrounding mountains. Take a stroll from the Jardins de l’Europe over the Pont des Amours. If you feel like it, hang a small padlock for good luck, then continue on to the gardens of the 4* Impérial Palace, which hosts international events all year round.
Unusual activities overlooking the lake
For the more sporty, there’s a wide range of activities on offer: from segway rides along the lakeshore to paragliding, Annecy is one of Europe’s best-known sites for unusual activities. If you’d like to combine the charms of the mountains and the lake, opt for a bike tour of the lake, a pedal-boat ride or a boat trip on the transparent waters of the enchanting Baie de Talloires.
Discover Mont Veyrier by mountain bike, or visit the Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard, a jewel overlooking Lake Annecy which, it is said, inspired Walt Disney to make the film Sleeping Beauty.
Must-see events
Don’t leave without booking a table on the Le Libellule boat or enjoying an ice cream at the Glacier des Alpes. In August, take part in the Fête du Lac, a fireworks display renowned throughout Europe.
Not far from ski resorts and close to major international cities such as Geneva and Lyon, Annecy is a destination to discover and rediscover for a timeless break.