Between lake and mountains, the medieval historic centre of Annecy is an invitation to stroll and discover. With its cobbled streets, its colourful buildings and its emblematic buildings, the Venice of the Alps is a city rich in heritage.

What to do around Lake Annecy? Walks or hikes, cycling around the lake, sports, nature, culture or visits... A wide choice of activities is available to you!

Lake Annecy. Surrounded by mountains, the preserved area of Lake Annecy is a dream setting. Beaches, water sports, walks, cycle paths, magical panoramas, nature reserves, castles: all your desires come to life on the shores of its turquoise and transparent waters.

Swan island, canals in the old town, nature reserves, castles overlooking the lake or on a peninsula, UNESCO-listed lake archaeological sites, mythical shipwrecks… You can’t imagine how much you can see at Lake Annecy!

Surrounded by mountains, the preserved area of Lake Annecy is a dream setting. Beaches, water sports, walks, cycling facilities, magical panoramas, nature reserves, castles: all your desires come to life on the shores of its turquoise and transparent waters.

Between lake and mountains, the medieval historic centre of Annecy is an invitation to stroll and discover. With its cobbled streets, its colourful buildings and its emblematic buildings, the Venice of the Alps is a city rich in heritage.

Lake Annecy is a perfect place for sports, leisure and also to discover history and local heritage. Stroll around the colourful, paved streets of Annecy's Old town, discover castles and museums, meet local craftspeople...

What to do in Lake Annecy in summer? Sports activities, leisure, culture, heritage, events… Take a look at our holiday ideas to create your ideal programme!

Embark on an unforgettable cruise on Lake Annecy and discover the pleasure of being rocked by the waters. There are many possibilities: guided cruises, catamaran trips, outings on old wooden boats or private boats... Sailing always has a special charm!

To make the most of your stay, weekend or holiday at Lake Annecy in Haute-Savoie, select your accommodation according to the features of your choice: classification, location, accessibility, swimming pool, restaurant, car park...