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Annecy, The Lakes
Activities
Mountaineering, Climbing
Cycle tracks along the shores of the lake. Dinghy & pleasure boat sailing, Swimming, Canoeing, Pedaloes, Fishing, waters skiing, parapenting. Solo or guided walks. Golf (3 courses).
Driving distance from Calais to Annecy 511 miles or 7hrs25
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Resort Info
Annecy
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An idyllic setting, close to Switzerland and Italy, the city is located in a deep gorge on the Thiou river at the northern end of Lake Annecy. Within easy reach of the mountains of the Chaîne des Aravis and the plains of Albanais, the location has many assets; The magnificent Lac d'Annecy; the Thiou, an industrial route that is now a tourist attraction; the great unspoilt forest of Le Semnoz; the beautiful nature reserve of the Roc de Chère; the extensive Plaine des Fins, which has allowed the town to expand unhindered.
Annecy is often called the French Venice. Its beautiful medieval old town is intersected by small canals and flower decked quays. The 12 century Palais de l’Isle is an island fortress in the River Thiou which was once a prison has splendid views of the old town. The bustling streets, delightful street cafés where you can watch the world go by and interesting shops make it a superb place to relax. Annecys local market is held on Tuesday in Rue Ste-Claire.
Organised boat excursions in Annecy are a very relaxing way to discover the lake and see the alpine mountains from a different angle and take you all around the lake. For more active people pleasure boats, dinghies, windsurfers and pedalos can be hired. The nearby Semnoz mountains have a vast mountain nature reserve providing excellent opportunities for ramblers and hikers. A little further is the Bauges Natural Regional Parc and the Aravis mountain range where many more mountain itineraries are available for walkers and bikers.
Golf enthusiasts can enjoy 3 courses to suit all standards and enjoying fabulous views.
The water temperature of the lake in the summer reaches up to 24C. The main beaches of the lake are supervised during the summer.
Menthon-Saint-Bernard (altitude: 492m)
The village is located on the sunniest bank of the lake, 5 miles from the historic centre of Annecy. Shops in the village offer all facilities including pharmacy, cash point, mini-market (open till 8pm)
The opportunities of mountain activities are numerous: from walking itineraries - le Roc de Chère, le col de la Forclaz, la Tournette (alt. 2 351m) - to paragliding, canyoning, via ferrata, etc.., or simply enjoying the popular cycling Tour du Lac.
One of France’s 10 most prestigious restaurant, the 3-star Michelin ‘La Maison de Marc Veyrat’ owned by famous chef Marc Veyrat is only 1 mile away in Veyrier du Lac (new mortgage required to afford the menu prices but a unique experience…)
See www.marcveyrat.fr
Virtual Visit
View here for 360 views of Annecy – Annecy town (1) & Annecy town (2) & Annecy town (3) (hold down the left click of your mouse and drag left right up and down whilst still holding on the left click button to move 360 degree)
Places of interest in Annecy
· The lovely lakeside village of Menthon with its fairytale castle
· Benedictine Monastry at Talloires on the east shore of the lake
· The impressive Alpine Garden at Semnoz
· Many boat trips and excursions run from the esplanade and marinas to experience the best view of the lakes, surrounding mountains, and lakeside villages.
Interested in buying an apartment in Annecy? See our Buying in the Alps section
The video below is mainly summer, only winter at the very end.
- Opening Dates
- Child Care
- Activities
- Apres Ski/Eating
- Access
- Resort News
Opening Dates
Annecy is open all year round.
Child Care
· Several kids club
· Animal parks
· Miniature Golf
· Leisure park
· Skate park
Activities
Cruising
Cie des Bateaux du lac Annecy
Boat trips are available all-year round. The boat stops at all the villages on the lake so you can get on and off as you please.
There are cruises with running commentaries, restaurant boats, sailing or motor boats etc
Contacts:
Compagnie des Bateaux - Place aux Bois - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 51 08 40 - Fax. +33 (0)4 50 51 80 94
info@annecy-croisieres.com
www.annecy-croisieres.com
Bateaux Dupraz
From March 31st to November 12th. Exceptional boat cruises around the lake on board of "L'Arc en Ciel" (30 passengers) and classic 1930s mahogany boats (12 passengers). The captain welcomes you on board and comments in French and English cruises from 35min to 1hr15min. Enjoy a memorable, relaxing experience on authentic boats offering you a charming and friendly welcome. Personalised private cruises are available upon request for family celebrations or corporate hospitality. Credit cards accepted.
Face à l'Ile des Cygnes
Jardins de l'Europe
74000 Annecy
0033 06 87 73 22 40
bateaux.dupraz@orange.fr
www.bateauxdupraz.com
Sanctuaries
The “Roc de Chere” nature park (Menthon-Saint-Bernard Talloires)
Situated on the east bank of Lake Annecy, the Roc de Chère nature reserve not only has a wide variety of flora and fauna on view but also some superb beauty spots with stunning views over Lake Annecy and the bay of Talloires.
Open all-year for unaccompanied visits and guided visits from June to September. Reservations at the Tourist Information Office –
Tel: +33 (0)4 50 60 70 64
Prices: Adult 7 € - Child 5 € (8/16 years)
Sentier de decouvertes des Roselieres
Starting at St-Jorioz jetty, this path takes you to the heart of one of the largest reed beds around the lake. This area is protected and shelters many species of water birds. There are several information boards about flora and fauna along the path. Come and enjoy the magnificent countryside at the edge of the lake.
Embarcadère
Esplanade de l'Espérance
Route du Port
74410 Saint-Jorioz
Phone: 0033 04 50 45 00 33
info@annecytourisme.com
www.lac-annecy.com
Cascade d’Angon
Easily accessible from the center of Talloires, the hamlet of Vérel or Angon, the Angon Waterfall will dazzle you with its spectacular waterfalls and from the pathway, you will enjoy magnificent views over the lake.
74290 Talloires
Grotte et cascade de Seythenex
Circuit of discovery of the waterfall (stunt). Guided tour of the cave. Visit of the model of mills. Projection of the film "mills, by means of water ".
576 route des Grottes
74210 Seythenex
Phone : 0033 04 50 44 55 97
Phone 2 : 06 66 41 98 87
info@cascade-seythenex.fr
From April 28. to Sept 16: every day. First visit at 10.am and departure at 5:30 pm.
In July and Aout: every day. First visit at 9:30 am and last departure at 6 pm.
Adult price:6.90 €
Child price: 5 €
Gorges of the River Fier (Lovagny)
2009 - 140th anniversary.
Open to visitors since 1869, the Gorges du Fier are one of the most beautiful natural treasures in the Alps. Find yourself traversing your way along the side of the canyon on a solid footbridge built into the rock face 25 m above the Fier river.
New for 2009: signs to inform you about the geology of the site and points of special interest of the visit.
Opening dates:
Every day
From 15.03 to 14.06 and from 11.09 to 15.10 : 9.30am to 6.15pm (last entry 5.15pm),
From 15.06 to 10.09 : 9.30am to 7.15pm (last entry 6.15pm)
Prices: Adult 5€ - Child: 2,80€ (7-16 years)
74330 Lovagny
0033 04 50 46 23 07
info@gorgesdufier.com
www.gorgesdufier.com
Bus excursions to surrounding areas incl. Chamonix. Whole day or half day trips. Autocars Crolard – 00 33 4 50 45 00 56.
Markets in Annecy
On the last Saturday of every month, in Annecy’s Old Town, from 9am to 7pm, a large second-hand market takes place... What’s more, it’s accompanied by the “Art Market” and “Creators’ Market” where many regional artists come to display their work. Contact the Tourist Information Offices for more information. Open air markets – 8am-noon on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays.
Golf
- Golf Club de Lac d’Annecy, Talloires.
Tel: 00 33 4 50 60 12 89
18 holes, length 5008m, par 69.
Open: All year except Christmas holiday.
Green fees
Adult €49
Teens €26
Children €15
Superb panoramic view in the immediate vicinity of Lake Annecy over a protected nature reserve.
- Golf de Giez, Lac d’Annecy.
Tel: 00 33 4 50 44 48 41 (18 holes)
00 33 4 50 32 51 40 (9 holes)
18 holes, length 5820m, par 72.
9 holes, length 2250m, par 33. Open: All year
Green fees (daily) 18 holes from 38€ to 46€, 9 holes from 18€ to 22€, weekend passes available.
Two play site, with panoramic views over the upper part of Lake Annecy. Flat course landscaped with stretches of water.
Paragliding
Flyeo
Tandem Flights: Fly with our professional team!
From the Col de la Forclaz and above Lake Annecy you can choose from different kind of flights
Children (15min-75€), Discovery (15min-80€), Ascendance (25min-90€), Prestige (45min-120€).
57 route de Chevaline
74210 Doussard
0033 04 50 52 50 13
0033 06 25 98 31 26
info@flyeo.com
Bureau des Guides Monte Medio
The Mountain Guide Office Monté Médio proposes a selection of mountain and outdoor activities for individuals, groups and companies. All inclusive, excursions, seminaries, team building.
Canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, paragliding, package tours.
Angon - Espace Lac
74290 Talloires
0033 06 12 13 05 30
0033 04 50 27 76 85
contact@montemedio.com
www.montemedio.com
Adrénaline Parapente
Flying, paragliding, hang-gliding, hot air ballooning, microlighting…
Laurent Sauphanor
36 avenue de Chambéry - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 45 16 00
Hot air balloon flights
Les Compagnie des Ballons
Discover a breath taking view of Annecy Lake and the Aravis mountains in total tranquility and security in a hot air balloon with La Compagnie des Ballons. As specialists of hot air balloon mountain flights, the pilots propose flights of discovery, just for you, with your family or friends. La Compagnie des Ballons propose different types of flights, from maiden to long flights, with the possibility to reserve a flight just for yourself. For a birthday, a party, a retirement farewell or just for the fun of it, you can offer someone a hot air balloon flight voucher. La Compagnie is open all year round. Take-off is from the banks of Annecy Lake and from La Clusaz.
45 route de Sasserot
74330 La Balme-de-Sillingy
0033 04 50 63 38 10
michel@compagniedesballons.com
www.compagniedesballons.com
Rafting
Bureau des Guides Monte Medio
The Mountain Guide Office Monté Médio proposes a selection of mountain and outdoor activities for individuals, groups and companies. All inclusive, excursions, seminaries, team building.
Canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, paragliding, package tours.
Angon - Espace Lac
74290 Talloires
0033 (0)6 12 13 05 30
0033 (0)4 50 27 76 85
contact@montemedio.com
www.montemedio.com
Essaonia – Rivieres du Monde
White water activities: rafting, kayaking, hydrospeed, canorafting and sea kayaking trip, for beginners and advanced people.
Rue du Bel Air
74000 Annecy
0033 04 79 54 02 21
0033 (0)6 63 08 30 16
contact@essaonia.com
www.essaonia.com
Wakeboarding, wakesurfing, water ski
Ecole De Ski Nautique Jean-Louis Fontaine
Ski, mono, wakeboard, wakesurf
Special boat equiped with tower, barre for beginners, water ballast.
State qualified instructor
21 chemin de la Roche
74290 Talloires
0033 (0)6 11 46 09 51
0033 (0)4 50 60 71 94
jlfontaine@dbmail.com
Ski Nautique Saint-Jorioz / Ponton de l'Embarcadère
Water skiing / Wakeboard, Canoeing / Kayak, Boat hire, Stand Up Paddle
Embarcadère
Esplanade de l'Espérance
74410 Saint-Jorioz
0033 (0)6 67 24 57 16 (Ecole de Ski nautique)
0033 (0)6 08 63 77 23 (location de bateaux)
skinautique-saintjorioz@orange.fr
www.wake-annecy.com
Ski nautique Blue Wake
Whether you are beginner or an experienced water skier, waker boarder or wake surfer we warmely welcome you. Friendly instructor in an exceptional setting. French and English spoken.Open from June 1st to September 30th.
Camping la Chapelle St Claude
chemin du ponton
Angon
74290 Talloires
0033 (0)6 65 51 77 49
geraldine.cenerelli@gmail.com
www.blue-wake.fr
Rowing
Aviron de Sevrier
Short (3-4) sessions, training courses
429 route des Mongets
Espace Emile Mogli
74320 Sevrier
0033 (0)4 50 52 61 77
0033 (0)6 77 07 03 54
contact@aviron-sevrier.org
www.aviron-sevrier.org
Canoe/Kayak
Canoë-kayak Club d’Annecy
Base nautique des Marquisats - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 45 03 98
www.kayak-annecy.com
Ponton de l'Embarcadère
The "Ponton de l'Embarcadère", based between the port and the beach of Saint-Jorioz propose you during the summer on Lake Annecy to rent motor boats with and without licence, pedalboats, kayaks, stand up paddle.
Embarcadère
Esplanade de l'Espérance
74410 Saint-Jorioz
0033 (06) 08 63 77 23 (location bateaux)
0033 (0)6 67 24 57 16 (Ecole de ski nautique)
ponton.embarcadere@orange.fr
www.wake-annecy.com
Essaonia – Rivieres du Monde
White water activities: rafting, kayaking, hydrospeed, canorafting and sea kayaking trip, for beginners and advanced people.
Rue du Bel Air
74000 Annecy
0033 (0)4 79 54 02 21
0033 (0)6 63 08 30 16
contact@essaonia.com
www.essaonia.com
Diving
Annecy Plongée
6 rue des Marquisats - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 45 40 97
contact@annecyplongee.com
www.annecyplongee.com
Au Rythme de l'Eau – Takaplonger
Snorkling & Scuba Diving's school.
Lake Annecy is a real adventure. Come with us and you will discover it differently. Professional staff, fast boat, friendly atmosphere, magic landscapes.
Practice in your own rythm snorkling in lake's wild places. Discover sensations of scuba diving by try dives or trainings.
Children, adults or families, unique feelings in an unforgettable environment. Open 15 June – 15 Sept.
Plage de Duingt
74410 Duingt
0033 (0)6 08 72 95 45
0033 (0)6 12 86 16 90
takaplonger.com
Annecy Adventure
In the middle of a region famous for its lake, mountains and ascending winds, you will be thrilled by the wide range of recreational and sports activities our staff will offer you. Our guides and instructors, qualified and enthusiastic, will care for outdoor activities for families, group of friends and seminars, whether beginners or specialists. Our facilities to accommodate corporate seminars, our experience in group management and our expertise will surely meet your expectations and demands.
9 rue du Bel Air
74000 Annecy
0033 (0)4 50 45 38 46
info@annecy-aventure.com
www.annecy-aventure.com
Boat hire
Cercle de Voile de Sevrier
Sailing for all. Located in the Sevrier Port the Cercle de Voile provides sailing for all people. Sailing on lake Annecy is one of the most original pleasant and ecologic way to discover surrounding mountains and landscape. Rent boat and windsurf, lessons with graduate instructors, label "Ecole Française de Voile".
134 route du Port
74320 Sevrier
0033 (0)4 50 52 40 04
0033 (0)4 50 52 40 04
club@cvsevrier.com
www.cvsevrier.com
Mountaineering/ Climbing
Bureau des Guides Monte Medio
The Mountain Guide Office Monté Médio proposes a selection of mountain and outdoor activities for individuals, groups and companies. All inclusive, excursions, seminaries, team building.
Canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, paragliding, Mountaineering / Climbing, Via ferrata, Adventure forest, Alpine skiing, Snowshoe hike, Summits on skis, Ice climbing, Bicycle / Mountain bike / Gyropode Segway, package tours.
Angon - Espace Lac
74290 Talloires
0033 (0)6 12 13 05 30
0033 (0)4 50 27 76 85
contact@montemedio.com
www.montemedio.com
Dalle de Duingt
The flagstone of Duingt is located near the old village and the cycling track. Easily accessible, you will have nice views on the lake.
Rue du Vieux Village
74410 Duingt
www.escalade-74.com/falaises/escalade_duingt.htm
Via Ferrata
Bureau des Guides Monte Medio
The Mountain Guide Office Monté Médio proposes a selection of mountain and outdoor activities for individuals, groups and companies. All inclusive, excursions, seminaries, team building.
Canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, paragliding, Mountaineering / Climbing, Via ferrata, Adventure forest, Alpine skiing, Snowshoe hike, Summits on skis, Ice climbing, Bicycle / Mountain bike / Gyropode Segway, package tours.
Angon - Espace Lac
74290 Talloires
0033 (0)6 12 13 05 30
0033 (0)4 50 27 76 85
contact@montemedio.com www.montemedio.com
Alpes Sport Nature – Takamaka
Specialised in outdoor sports for over 17 years, we are located in the city centre of Annecy and welcome you all year round. We offer you a wide variety of outdoor activities such as: Paragliding, Balloon, Sailboard, Sailing, Water skiing / Wakeboard, Canoeing / Kayak, Rafting, Canyoning, Trekking, Mountaineering / Climbing,
Via ferrata, Track cycling, Bicycle / Roller rentals, Snowshoe hike, Summits on skis, Dog sledges, Equipment rentals, Bicycle / Mountain bike / Gyropode Segway,
Stand Up Paddle.
23 faubourg Sainte Claire
74000 Annecy
0033 (0)4 50 45 60 61
info@takamaka.fr
www.annecy.takamaka.fr
Bike hire
Le Conty
Le Conty proposes to you a large choice of road bikes, racing bikes, children bikes, tandems, trailers and third wheels to discover the beauty of the cycling track along Annecy lake or the roads of Haute-Savoie, by yourself or in family. Baby seat and helmet for free. 10% discount for family of 4 persons and +.
Group and long duration prices, contact us. Close proximity of cycling track, free parking. Credit cards accepted.
141 route de Monnetier
74410 Saint-Jorioz
0033 (0)4 50 68 52 09
info@le-conty.com
www.le-conty.com
Cycling
Promenade cyclable du lac d'Annecy
The cycle path is a real link between Annecy, the left bank and the south of the lake. It connects towns with "feet in the water" to its Savoyard neighbours. It offers beautiful landscapes, with views on the lake and mountains. The cycle path of lake Annecy, one of the most popular in France, is situated on the former railroad connecting Annecy to Albertville. Nowadays, 36 km with no technical difficulty, are accessible to everyone. It can also be the opportunity to discover side streets and passes in the surroundings.
Annecy
0033 04 50 45 00 33
info@annecytourisme.com
www.sila.fr/page_bdd/cyclable.htm
Horse riding
La Cravache d’Annecy
Centre équestre du Moulin Rouge
150 route de Vovray - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 45 32 38
www.cravache-equitation.com
Skating ring
Piscine-Patinoire Jean Régis
90 chemin des fins - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 57 56 02
Swimming pools
Piscine des Marquisats
29 rue des marquisats -Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 33 65 40
(Open from May to September)
MENTHON-SAINT-BERNARD castle
Lived in since the 11th century by the same family, built from the 11th to 19th, it has kept its rich historic furniture and decoration. Costume displays on weekends and Public Holidays.
Opening Times:
May, June and September: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 2pm - 6pm. July and August: daily: Noon - 6pm
Prices: Adult 8€ - Child 4€ (from 6 to 15 years)
Château de Montrottier
The medieval castle of Montrottier and its remarkable collections are located in the Savoy foreland, between the Rhône river and the limestone foothills of the Alps. An authentic fortress, the Castle contains a remarkable collection of furniture, ceramics, lae, weapons and rare Asian and African objects accumulated by Léon Mares, one of the last great collectors of the end of the XIX century.
74330 Lovagny
0033 04 50 46 23 02
info@chateaudemontrottier.com
www.chateaudemontrottier.com
Adult 8€
Child 5 €
SECRET GARDENS
Lagnat-Vaulx - Rumilly - Tel. 04 50 60 53 18
contact@jardins-secrets.com
Situated between Annecy and Aix les Bains, why not visit this mosaic of gardens covering 7000 m2. Amidst daring architecture finely styled with wood, water and flowers East meets West in an extraordinary and exotic garden setting. Musical visits by night in summer.
Open from 08/04 to 14/10.
Adult €8
Child €4
Annecy has many museums to visit including a butterfly museum, art and history, craftwork, castle, architecture, wood, forestry etc. See the tourist office website for further details.
You can also hire guides to take you around Annecy, the lakes, the sites etc.
All the above information is for information only. For the most up-to-date information please visit the resort tourist office website
Annecy Tourist Office
74000 Annecy
Tel +33 4 50 45 00 33
www.lac-annecy.com
For regional information:
www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com
www.savoie-tourisme.com
Cie des Bateaux du lac Annecy
Boat trips are available all-year round. The boat stops at all the villages on the lake so you can get on and off as you please.
There are cruises with running commentaries, restaurant boats, sailing or motor boats etc
Contacts:
Compagnie des Bateaux - Place aux Bois - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 51 08 40 - Fax. +33 (0)4 50 51 80 94
info@annecy-croisieres.com
www.annecy-croisieres.com
Bateaux Dupraz
From March 31st to November 12th. Exceptional boat cruises around the lake on board of "L'Arc en Ciel" (30 passengers) and classic 1930s mahogany boats (12 passengers). The captain welcomes you on board and comments in French and English cruises from 35min to 1hr15min. Enjoy a memorable, relaxing experience on authentic boats offering you a charming and friendly welcome. Personalised private cruises are available upon request for family celebrations or corporate hospitality. Credit cards accepted.
Face à l'Ile des Cygnes
Jardins de l'Europe
74000 Annecy
0033 06 87 73 22 40
bateaux.dupraz@orange.fr
www.bateauxdupraz.com
Sanctuaries
The “Roc de Chere” nature park (Menthon-Saint-Bernard Talloires)
Situated on the east bank of Lake Annecy, the Roc de Chère nature reserve not only has a wide variety of flora and fauna on view but also some superb beauty spots with stunning views over Lake Annecy and the bay of Talloires.
Open all-year for unaccompanied visits and guided visits from June to September. Reservations at the Tourist Information Office –
Tel: +33 (0)4 50 60 70 64
Prices: Adult 7 € - Child 5 € (8/16 years)
Sentier de decouvertes des Roselieres
Starting at St-Jorioz jetty, this path takes you to the heart of one of the largest reed beds around the lake. This area is protected and shelters many species of water birds. There are several information boards about flora and fauna along the path. Come and enjoy the magnificent countryside at the edge of the lake.
Embarcadère
Esplanade de l'Espérance
Route du Port
74410 Saint-Jorioz
Phone: 0033 04 50 45 00 33
info@annecytourisme.com
www.lac-annecy.com
Cascade d’Angon
Easily accessible from the center of Talloires, the hamlet of Vérel or Angon, the Angon Waterfall will dazzle you with its spectacular waterfalls and from the pathway, you will enjoy magnificent views over the lake.
74290 Talloires
Grotte et cascade de Seythenex
Circuit of discovery of the waterfall (stunt). Guided tour of the cave. Visit of the model of mills. Projection of the film "mills, by means of water ".
576 route des Grottes
74210 Seythenex
Phone : 0033 04 50 44 55 97
Phone 2 : 06 66 41 98 87
info@cascade-seythenex.fr
From April 28. to Sept 16: every day. First visit at 10.am and departure at 5:30 pm.
In July and Aout: every day. First visit at 9:30 am and last departure at 6 pm.
Adult price:6.90 €
Child price: 5 €
Gorges of the River Fier (Lovagny)
2009 - 140th anniversary.
Open to visitors since 1869, the Gorges du Fier are one of the most beautiful natural treasures in the Alps. Find yourself traversing your way along the side of the canyon on a solid footbridge built into the rock face 25 m above the Fier river.
New for 2009: signs to inform you about the geology of the site and points of special interest of the visit.
Opening dates:
Every day
From 15.03 to 14.06 and from 11.09 to 15.10 : 9.30am to 6.15pm (last entry 5.15pm),
From 15.06 to 10.09 : 9.30am to 7.15pm (last entry 6.15pm)
Prices: Adult 5€ - Child: 2,80€ (7-16 years)
74330 Lovagny
0033 04 50 46 23 07
info@gorgesdufier.com
www.gorgesdufier.com
Bus excursions to surrounding areas incl. Chamonix. Whole day or half day trips. Autocars Crolard – 00 33 4 50 45 00 56.
Markets in Annecy
On the last Saturday of every month, in Annecy’s Old Town, from 9am to 7pm, a large second-hand market takes place... What’s more, it’s accompanied by the “Art Market” and “Creators’ Market” where many regional artists come to display their work. Contact the Tourist Information Offices for more information. Open air markets – 8am-noon on Tuesdays, Fridays and Sundays.
| Town | Town | ||
| ANNECY Novel District | Thurs 7 AM -1 PM | ANNECY Place de la Mandallaz | Wed 8 AM – 12.30 |
| ANNECY Romains Sq | Tues 7 AM-7 PM | TALLOIRES | Thurs June-Sept AM |
| ANNECY Bld Taine | Sat AM | VEYRIER DU LAC | Fri 8 AM - Noon |
| ANNECY Old Town | Tues, Fri, Sun 7 Am – 1 PM | DOUSSARD | Mon Jul – Aug 8 AM – 12.30 |
| ANNECY LE VIEUX | Wed 8 AM - Noon | FAVERGES | Wed AM |
| EPAGNY | Sat 8 AM - Noon | LATHUILE | Fri Summer AM |
| MEYTHET | Wed 8 AM - Noon | DUINGT | Tues Summer 4 PM – 8 PM |
| CRAN-GEVRIER | Thurs, Sun 8 AM - Noon | SAINT-JORIOZ | Thurs 7 AM – 12.30 |
| SEYNOD | Wed, Sat 8 AM - Noon | SEVRIER | Wed 7 AM – 12.30 |
Golf
- Golf Club de Lac d’Annecy, Talloires.
Tel: 00 33 4 50 60 12 89
18 holes, length 5008m, par 69.
Open: All year except Christmas holiday.
Green fees
Adult €49
Teens €26
Children €15
Superb panoramic view in the immediate vicinity of Lake Annecy over a protected nature reserve.
- Golf de Giez, Lac d’Annecy.
Tel: 00 33 4 50 44 48 41 (18 holes)
00 33 4 50 32 51 40 (9 holes)
18 holes, length 5820m, par 72.
9 holes, length 2250m, par 33. Open: All year
Green fees (daily) 18 holes from 38€ to 46€, 9 holes from 18€ to 22€, weekend passes available.
Two play site, with panoramic views over the upper part of Lake Annecy. Flat course landscaped with stretches of water.
Paragliding
Flyeo
Tandem Flights: Fly with our professional team!
From the Col de la Forclaz and above Lake Annecy you can choose from different kind of flights
Children (15min-75€), Discovery (15min-80€), Ascendance (25min-90€), Prestige (45min-120€).
57 route de Chevaline
74210 Doussard
0033 04 50 52 50 13
0033 06 25 98 31 26
info@flyeo.com
Bureau des Guides Monte Medio
The Mountain Guide Office Monté Médio proposes a selection of mountain and outdoor activities for individuals, groups and companies. All inclusive, excursions, seminaries, team building.
Canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, paragliding, package tours.
Angon - Espace Lac
74290 Talloires
0033 06 12 13 05 30
0033 04 50 27 76 85
contact@montemedio.com
www.montemedio.com
Adrénaline Parapente
Flying, paragliding, hang-gliding, hot air ballooning, microlighting…
Laurent Sauphanor
36 avenue de Chambéry - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 45 16 00
Hot air balloon flights
Les Compagnie des Ballons
Discover a breath taking view of Annecy Lake and the Aravis mountains in total tranquility and security in a hot air balloon with La Compagnie des Ballons. As specialists of hot air balloon mountain flights, the pilots propose flights of discovery, just for you, with your family or friends. La Compagnie des Ballons propose different types of flights, from maiden to long flights, with the possibility to reserve a flight just for yourself. For a birthday, a party, a retirement farewell or just for the fun of it, you can offer someone a hot air balloon flight voucher. La Compagnie is open all year round. Take-off is from the banks of Annecy Lake and from La Clusaz.
45 route de Sasserot
74330 La Balme-de-Sillingy
0033 04 50 63 38 10
michel@compagniedesballons.com
www.compagniedesballons.com
Rafting
Bureau des Guides Monte Medio
The Mountain Guide Office Monté Médio proposes a selection of mountain and outdoor activities for individuals, groups and companies. All inclusive, excursions, seminaries, team building.
Canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, paragliding, package tours.
Angon - Espace Lac
74290 Talloires
0033 (0)6 12 13 05 30
0033 (0)4 50 27 76 85
contact@montemedio.com
www.montemedio.com
Essaonia – Rivieres du Monde
White water activities: rafting, kayaking, hydrospeed, canorafting and sea kayaking trip, for beginners and advanced people.
Rue du Bel Air
74000 Annecy
0033 04 79 54 02 21
0033 (0)6 63 08 30 16
contact@essaonia.com
www.essaonia.com
Wakeboarding, wakesurfing, water ski
Ecole De Ski Nautique Jean-Louis Fontaine
Ski, mono, wakeboard, wakesurf
Special boat equiped with tower, barre for beginners, water ballast.
State qualified instructor
21 chemin de la Roche
74290 Talloires
0033 (0)6 11 46 09 51
0033 (0)4 50 60 71 94
jlfontaine@dbmail.com
Ski Nautique Saint-Jorioz / Ponton de l'Embarcadère
Water skiing / Wakeboard, Canoeing / Kayak, Boat hire, Stand Up Paddle
Embarcadère
Esplanade de l'Espérance
74410 Saint-Jorioz
0033 (0)6 67 24 57 16 (Ecole de Ski nautique)
0033 (0)6 08 63 77 23 (location de bateaux)
skinautique-saintjorioz@orange.fr
www.wake-annecy.com
Ski nautique Blue Wake
Whether you are beginner or an experienced water skier, waker boarder or wake surfer we warmely welcome you. Friendly instructor in an exceptional setting. French and English spoken.Open from June 1st to September 30th.
Camping la Chapelle St Claude
chemin du ponton
Angon
74290 Talloires
0033 (0)6 65 51 77 49
geraldine.cenerelli@gmail.com
www.blue-wake.fr
Rowing
Aviron de Sevrier
Short (3-4) sessions, training courses
429 route des Mongets
Espace Emile Mogli
74320 Sevrier
0033 (0)4 50 52 61 77
0033 (0)6 77 07 03 54
contact@aviron-sevrier.org
www.aviron-sevrier.org
Canoe/Kayak
Canoë-kayak Club d’Annecy
Base nautique des Marquisats - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 45 03 98
www.kayak-annecy.com
Ponton de l'Embarcadère
The "Ponton de l'Embarcadère", based between the port and the beach of Saint-Jorioz propose you during the summer on Lake Annecy to rent motor boats with and without licence, pedalboats, kayaks, stand up paddle.
Embarcadère
Esplanade de l'Espérance
74410 Saint-Jorioz
0033 (06) 08 63 77 23 (location bateaux)
0033 (0)6 67 24 57 16 (Ecole de ski nautique)
ponton.embarcadere@orange.fr
www.wake-annecy.com
Essaonia – Rivieres du Monde
White water activities: rafting, kayaking, hydrospeed, canorafting and sea kayaking trip, for beginners and advanced people.
Rue du Bel Air
74000 Annecy
0033 (0)4 79 54 02 21
0033 (0)6 63 08 30 16
contact@essaonia.com
www.essaonia.com
Diving
Annecy Plongée
6 rue des Marquisats - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 45 40 97
contact@annecyplongee.com
www.annecyplongee.com
Au Rythme de l'Eau – Takaplonger
Snorkling & Scuba Diving's school.
Lake Annecy is a real adventure. Come with us and you will discover it differently. Professional staff, fast boat, friendly atmosphere, magic landscapes.
Practice in your own rythm snorkling in lake's wild places. Discover sensations of scuba diving by try dives or trainings.
Children, adults or families, unique feelings in an unforgettable environment. Open 15 June – 15 Sept.
Plage de Duingt
74410 Duingt
0033 (0)6 08 72 95 45
0033 (0)6 12 86 16 90
takaplonger.com
Annecy Adventure
In the middle of a region famous for its lake, mountains and ascending winds, you will be thrilled by the wide range of recreational and sports activities our staff will offer you. Our guides and instructors, qualified and enthusiastic, will care for outdoor activities for families, group of friends and seminars, whether beginners or specialists. Our facilities to accommodate corporate seminars, our experience in group management and our expertise will surely meet your expectations and demands.
9 rue du Bel Air
74000 Annecy
0033 (0)4 50 45 38 46
info@annecy-aventure.com
www.annecy-aventure.com
Boat hire
Cercle de Voile de Sevrier
Sailing for all. Located in the Sevrier Port the Cercle de Voile provides sailing for all people. Sailing on lake Annecy is one of the most original pleasant and ecologic way to discover surrounding mountains and landscape. Rent boat and windsurf, lessons with graduate instructors, label "Ecole Française de Voile".
134 route du Port
74320 Sevrier
0033 (0)4 50 52 40 04
0033 (0)4 50 52 40 04
club@cvsevrier.com
www.cvsevrier.com
Mountaineering/ Climbing
Bureau des Guides Monte Medio
The Mountain Guide Office Monté Médio proposes a selection of mountain and outdoor activities for individuals, groups and companies. All inclusive, excursions, seminaries, team building.
Canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, paragliding, Mountaineering / Climbing, Via ferrata, Adventure forest, Alpine skiing, Snowshoe hike, Summits on skis, Ice climbing, Bicycle / Mountain bike / Gyropode Segway, package tours.
Angon - Espace Lac
74290 Talloires
0033 (0)6 12 13 05 30
0033 (0)4 50 27 76 85
contact@montemedio.com
www.montemedio.com
Dalle de Duingt
The flagstone of Duingt is located near the old village and the cycling track. Easily accessible, you will have nice views on the lake.
Rue du Vieux Village
74410 Duingt
www.escalade-74.com/falaises/escalade_duingt.htm
Via Ferrata
Bureau des Guides Monte Medio
The Mountain Guide Office Monté Médio proposes a selection of mountain and outdoor activities for individuals, groups and companies. All inclusive, excursions, seminaries, team building.
Canyoning, rafting, via ferrata, paragliding, Mountaineering / Climbing, Via ferrata, Adventure forest, Alpine skiing, Snowshoe hike, Summits on skis, Ice climbing, Bicycle / Mountain bike / Gyropode Segway, package tours.
Angon - Espace Lac
74290 Talloires
0033 (0)6 12 13 05 30
0033 (0)4 50 27 76 85
contact@montemedio.com www.montemedio.com
Alpes Sport Nature – Takamaka
Specialised in outdoor sports for over 17 years, we are located in the city centre of Annecy and welcome you all year round. We offer you a wide variety of outdoor activities such as: Paragliding, Balloon, Sailboard, Sailing, Water skiing / Wakeboard, Canoeing / Kayak, Rafting, Canyoning, Trekking, Mountaineering / Climbing,
Via ferrata, Track cycling, Bicycle / Roller rentals, Snowshoe hike, Summits on skis, Dog sledges, Equipment rentals, Bicycle / Mountain bike / Gyropode Segway,
Stand Up Paddle.
23 faubourg Sainte Claire
74000 Annecy
0033 (0)4 50 45 60 61
info@takamaka.fr
www.annecy.takamaka.fr
Bike hire
Le Conty
Le Conty proposes to you a large choice of road bikes, racing bikes, children bikes, tandems, trailers and third wheels to discover the beauty of the cycling track along Annecy lake or the roads of Haute-Savoie, by yourself or in family. Baby seat and helmet for free. 10% discount for family of 4 persons and +.
Group and long duration prices, contact us. Close proximity of cycling track, free parking. Credit cards accepted.
141 route de Monnetier
74410 Saint-Jorioz
0033 (0)4 50 68 52 09
info@le-conty.com
www.le-conty.com
Cycling
Promenade cyclable du lac d'Annecy
The cycle path is a real link between Annecy, the left bank and the south of the lake. It connects towns with "feet in the water" to its Savoyard neighbours. It offers beautiful landscapes, with views on the lake and mountains. The cycle path of lake Annecy, one of the most popular in France, is situated on the former railroad connecting Annecy to Albertville. Nowadays, 36 km with no technical difficulty, are accessible to everyone. It can also be the opportunity to discover side streets and passes in the surroundings.
Annecy
0033 04 50 45 00 33
info@annecytourisme.com
www.sila.fr/page_bdd/cyclable.htm
Horse riding
La Cravache d’Annecy
Centre équestre du Moulin Rouge
150 route de Vovray - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 45 32 38
www.cravache-equitation.com
Skating ring
Piscine-Patinoire Jean Régis
90 chemin des fins - Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 57 56 02
Swimming pools
Piscine des Marquisats
29 rue des marquisats -Annecy
Tel. +33 (0)4 50 33 65 40
(Open from May to September)
MENTHON-SAINT-BERNARD castle
Lived in since the 11th century by the same family, built from the 11th to 19th, it has kept its rich historic furniture and decoration. Costume displays on weekends and Public Holidays.
Opening Times:
May, June and September: Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Public Holidays: 2pm - 6pm. July and August: daily: Noon - 6pm
Prices: Adult 8€ - Child 4€ (from 6 to 15 years)
Château de Montrottier
The medieval castle of Montrottier and its remarkable collections are located in the Savoy foreland, between the Rhône river and the limestone foothills of the Alps. An authentic fortress, the Castle contains a remarkable collection of furniture, ceramics, lae, weapons and rare Asian and African objects accumulated by Léon Mares, one of the last great collectors of the end of the XIX century.
74330 Lovagny
0033 04 50 46 23 02
info@chateaudemontrottier.com
www.chateaudemontrottier.com
Adult 8€
Child 5 €
SECRET GARDENS
Lagnat-Vaulx - Rumilly - Tel. 04 50 60 53 18
contact@jardins-secrets.com
Situated between Annecy and Aix les Bains, why not visit this mosaic of gardens covering 7000 m2. Amidst daring architecture finely styled with wood, water and flowers East meets West in an extraordinary and exotic garden setting. Musical visits by night in summer.
Open from 08/04 to 14/10.
Adult €8
Child €4
Annecy has many museums to visit including a butterfly museum, art and history, craftwork, castle, architecture, wood, forestry etc. See the tourist office website for further details.
You can also hire guides to take you around Annecy, the lakes, the sites etc.
All the above information is for information only. For the most up-to-date information please visit the resort tourist office website
Annecy Tourist Office
74000 Annecy
Tel +33 4 50 45 00 33
www.lac-annecy.com
For regional information:
www.rhonealpes-tourisme.com
www.savoie-tourisme.com
Apres Ski/Eating
A fabulous variety of restaurants and bars spread out across Annecy. Try the cobbled streets in the old town for some traditional charm overlooking the small canals that flow through the medieval old town.
Access
By Road: Driving distance from Calais to Annecy 817km (approx 7hrs30)
From Calais follow the A26/E15 in the direction of Lens/Arras and then Reims. Take the exit marked Reims-Tinqueux, Châlons-en-Champagne, Metz, Nancy, Strasbourg & Lyon. Follow the A4/E50, then the E17 towards Châlons-en-Champagne. Take the exit marked Saint-Gibrien, Châlons-en-Champagne, Troyes & Lyon. Continue on the E17 then the A26/E17 towards Troyes. Next take the A40 towards Bourg-en-Bresse/Annecy and take exit 11 to Annecy.
Access to Annecy by motorway.
- From Marseille, Lyon or Chambéry : A41 exit Annecy Sud.
- From Paris, Geneva, Bourg-en-Bresse, Chamonix or Italy via Mont Blanc tunnel: A41 exit Annecy Nord.
New direct motorway from Annecy to Geneva opened since December 2008.
Access to Annecy by National Road.
- From Albertville or Bourg-en-Bresse : D1508.
- From Geneva or Chambéry : D1201.
- From Chamonix or Italy: D1203.
Distance from Annecy to…
- Albertville: 50km. - Chambéry : 50km. - Chamonix : 105km.
- Grenoble : 107km. - La Clusaz : 33km. - Le Grand Bornand : 33km.
- Lyon: 140km. - Marseille: 425km. - Paris: 550km.
- Geneva: 47km.
By Rail: TGV to Annecy from Paris.
Airports: Geneva 50km
For further information on car parking, transfers, etc: www.gva.ch/en (then select Transportation in menu)
or Lyon Saint-Exupery 125 km
Daily flights from Paris to Annecy - Meythet airport, located 6km from Annecy city centre, link by SIBRA bus n°6.
Annecy is located 50 km away from Geneva international airport
Direct link between Annecy and Geneva airport by coach.
Transport to Annecy by train and bus.
You can also take a taxi.
Airport Transfer
Pre-book your taxi transfer with Peak Retreats
From Geneva or Chambery Airport to Annecy (Duingt/Giez) – from £37-£48 per person return based on 4 people sharing.
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International Festival of Animated Films - every year since 1960 at the beginning of June Annecy is the meeting-place for the world of Animated Films Presentation and showing of films in competition in various theatres in the town, homages, retrospectives, exhibitions Projections from 10.30 a.m. to 11 p.m. in 8 sites spread around the town, and late night open-air shows on a giant screen by the lakeside. |
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The "P'tit bal perdu" comes back for 11 Sundays this summer. With irresistible party atmosphere, friendliness, charm with a hint of nostalgia, family and lovers' picnics, protected by wonderful trees, it is an invitation to dance in the heart of these delicious getaways to forget time just for a while. Every Sunday from 18h to 22h. |
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National Celebration - Lake Annecy and its surrounding villages offer you fireworks and dancing. From 4 p.m. events for children, then from 8 p.m. events of different kinds. At 10 p.m. fireworks followed by public dancing at 11 p.m. Free public access. |
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The Noctibules – Four evenings, four big times in the town featuring street theatre, funfair style theatre, fireworks parade, aerial shows, circus and original brass bands, combining event shows and new inspirations, national and regional companies. |
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Lake Festival – On the first Saturday of August the bay of Albigny welcomes the biggest pyrotechnic show of Europe…80 minutes of fireworks in rhythm with music, lights, special effects…It is the kind of show that you have to see at least once in your life! Born from the great “Venetian style” party of 1860 on the lake in honour of Napoleon the 3rd, this event has evolved and integrated all the new technologies of fireworks. Grandiose, unexpected, this is a unique production, played only always inducing the same interest from the 200,000 people gathered near the lake. |
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Swim across Lake Annecy - this mass event, which had several hundred participants, last year, allows you to do a small (1000m) or big (2400m) cross-lake swim in the bay of Albigny. |
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Musical and pyrotechnic shows in the bay of Talloires, staged by Jean-Eric Ougier. 9pm – 11pm. |
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Annecy
Les Chataigniers
Apartments. Sleeps 2-6
Outdoor Pools
In the village of Saint-Jorioz, 10km south of Annecy centre and 2.5km from the lake.
Apartments. Sleeps 2-6
Outdoor Pools
In the village of Saint-Jorioz, 10km south of Annecy centre and 2.5km from the lake.
Grande Vigne
Villa nr Lake
Sleep 10-15, 6 bedrooms
It is located only 200m from Lake Annecy in one of the most sought after area on the East bank.
Villa nr Lake
Sleep 10-15, 6 bedrooms
It is located only 200m from Lake Annecy in one of the most sought after area on the East bank.
Le Royal
3* Apartments. Sleeps 2-4
Close to Lake
Le Royal enjoys an ideal location on the edge of the old town of Annecy, a short walk (200m) from the lake.
3* Apartments. Sleeps 2-4
Close to Lake
Le Royal enjoys an ideal location on the edge of the old town of Annecy, a short walk (200m) from the lake.
Imperial Palace
Prestigious Hotel
Overlooks Lake
An exceptional setting on the shore of Lake Annecy, L’ Imperial palace is the most prestigious hotel of the area.
Prestigious Hotel
Overlooks Lake
An exceptional setting on the shore of Lake Annecy, L’ Imperial palace is the most prestigious hotel of the area.
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