Location: Annecy
Top Things to do in Annecy
10 Nature & Parks in Annecy That You Shouldn't Miss
Romance is the lifeblood of Annecy, a town in the Rhone-Alpes region of southeast France that’s replete with castles and cathedrals and softly curving architecture. Stroll hand in hand with your paramour across Pont des Amours (the lover’s bridge) before taking in the Imperial Palace and the baroque Cathedral of Saint-Pierre. A walk down the Rue Royale will be rewarded with prime shopping, dining and people-watching, especially at the fountain of Saint Jean.
Restaurants in Annecy
1. Lake Annecy
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6,718 reviews
Reviewed By Curious54739211 - Vancouver, Canada
With one of the cleanest lakes in Europe, this is worth a relaxing stop for 2-3 days to amble along the lakeshore, take a boat excursion on the glacial-fed turquoise lake, hike or cycle, try some delicious raclette and make sure to wander beside the canals of the old town at night with glowing lanterns. Wonderful.
2. La Tournette
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 273 reviews
Reviewed By jurmas - The Hague, The Netherlands
We parked the car at the beginning of the trail. It is possible to drive to the restaurant le Chalet de l’Aulp where the trail begins. You have to be in good condition if you take the steep route. When you reach the shepherds shelter, the route will split left and to the right. We went left. It was a steep climb at 2/3 of this route but manageable if you are in shape and are a experienced hiker. Bring water, food and wear hiking boots or shoes with a good grip cause you’ll need it. It took 2,5/3 hours to get to the top en less than 2 to get down. We celebrated with a gigantic lunch at the restaurant Le Chalet de l’Aulp. 2x 3-course lunch with 2 cokes and 2 beers. Paid around €50. Highly recommend it!
3. Hydrogene Sports
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5.0 based on 112 reviews
Coming to discover the pleasures of canyoning, in our company. We take you with passion, dynamism, good humor and security in the canyons of the Annecy basin and the region. Big or small, beginners or sports, jumping, abseiling, zip lines and slides await you in the clear waters of our canyons. We are waiting for moments Unforgettable !!
4. Terra Canyon
5. Semnoz
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 774 reviews
Reviewed By kkiyer13 - Paris, France
We took bus number S2 which is right outside Annecy Gare/Station. One hour journey by bus and it was full of snow.We enjoyed above and there were lots of other families enjoying their Skiing. Remember to cover up well with snow boots and hand gloves. Clean toilets available.
6. Parc Charles Bosson
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4.5 based on 105 reviews
Reviewed By BillGWB - Gothenburg, Sweden
The park is unmissable, just by the lake with the best views of the water and the background of mountains. It is really worth taking the time to enjoy the place.
7. Voie Verte du Lac d'Annecy
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4.5 based on 181 reviews
Reviewed By charbs1 - Beirut, Lebanon
We rented our bike from Annecy then we went direct South-West you can check the pic that is attached to the review. We thought we'd do an hour and then the ride was so beautiful that we decided to continue all the way. We stopped just before Talloires town and had lunch there on a beautiful place by the lake called "Bistrot du Ponton". The ride is 42km in total from and to Annecy. It took us around 6 hours to do it in total (taking pics + lunch + enjoying). There is a part just after Talloires town that is very difficult and we had to walk with our bikes (we were not able to bike it). I have highlighted this place in black. Long story short, the ride is most beautiful on the west side of the lake - not extremely pretty from the east side (so if you're short on time and not willing to get tired, stick to the west side of the lake), andif you'd like a little adventure and have some time to spare go ahead and do the full tour but expect to be tired if you're an intermediate biker!
8. Jardins de l'Europe
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4.5 based on 326 reviews
Reviewed By FrankGeisler - Zurich, Switzerland
What a wonderful park located between the old city and the lake of Annecy. Many plants, seating options as well as various sculptures - outstanding! Is this a helpful review? Then please give me a "Thumbs up Thank FrankGeisler" by clicking the button below.
9. Parc du Val Vert
10. Parc Animalier de la Grande-Jeanne
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