In July 2018, I took a lovely American family on a driving tour around Lake Annecy. They told me what they were interested in and I organized the tour accordingly. We left Annecy at 9h and drove via Veyrier du Lac then in front of Menthon St Bernard castle then we stopped for a little […]
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Yvoire, a lovely medieval bourg, ideally situated on the expanse separating the “little lake” from the “great lake” of Lake Leman, still possesses some of the essential elemants of the fortifications of the 14th Century : the castle, doors, ramparts… Yvoire is next to Evian (the famous water from the Alps) and approximately 1h30 by
Fancy driving a scenic route from Annecy to Chamonix? If you have time and want to discover the area, you can enjoy those 100km with scenic roads and it will take you 2h30 (if you do not stop which will be a shame). Leave Annecy, direction Veyrier du Lac, then turn on the left, follow
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If you are staying in Annecy but wish to discover more about the area, you can drive approximately 30 min to Aix-les-Bains and its lake called Bourget. It is bigger than Annecy’s lake but probably less crowded but very nice too. Aix-les-Bains, locally called Aix, is a commune in the Savoie department. Rising from the
Les Etangs de Crosagny are next to St Félix/Bloye/Albens approximately 20 min by car from Annecy. It is a natural reserve for birds. It is perfect for a nice easy family walk with a bird observatory. You will see an old mill where you can find games for kids and explanations. All along the
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Philippe Rigollot Pastry/Coffee shop in Annecy center is perfect for little break after touring or shopping in town. Philippe Rigollot was “Meilleur Ouvrier de France” in 2007 and World Champion Pastry Chef in 2005. He has a Coffee shop/Pastry/Chocolate in the Old Town (not far from Ibis Hotel and Place Ste Claire). The desserts are
Lyon is about 1h30 drive from Annecy. Lyon is a big city with lots of things to see or do (Old Lyon, Fourvières, Confluence Museum, Shopping in Part Dieu…) but if you need a break from the busy city and want to pleased the kids, enjoy the beautiful Parc de la Tête d’Or with lots
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In the summer, you can enjoy Le Bel Abri, they have a lovely terrasse by the lake in Albigny petit port at the bottom of Mont Veyrier. The cuisine is made with fresh local products and they served French cuisine with a world wide touch. The plates are really beautiful and delicious. Chef Jérôme Fontaine
