Hike around Annecy: Tournette, Semnoz, Mont Veyrier, Glières, Parmelan, Roc de Chère, Angon waterfall, Pissieux waterfall, Lescheraines, Col des aravis, Sixt Fer à cheval, Gorges du Sierroz, Passy, Etangs Crozagny…
The Roselend Dam and Lake: A Marvel of Engineering and Natural Beauty Roselend is nestled in the heart of the French Alps, the Roselend Dam and its eponymous lake stand as a testament to both human ingenuity and the breathtaking beauty of nature. Located in the Beaufortain massif, home of the delicious Beaufort cheese in […]
Transport from Chapeiry to Geneve? How long it will take? How much? The drive from Chapeiry to Geneve is approximately 1h, it will cost approximately 140 per taxi for up to 4 persons. There are not so many buses so taxi door to door from Chapeiry to Geneve is the easiest. Chapeiry is surrounded by
How to go from Talloires to Geneva airport? Talloires is my favourite village by the lake, it is a picturesque village renowned for its breathtaking natural beauty and rich history. Often referred to as one of the most beautiful villages in France, Talloires captivates visitors with its crystal-clear waters, lush greenery, and stunning Alpine
Etangs de Crosagny 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.
Grande Jeanne Park When leaving Annecy center, follow the directions to Semnoz mountain (City Hall, Marquisats round about on the right, up hill in front of Old Hospital then left at the round about) to reach Grande Jeanne Park. It is about 15 min away by car. It is free and there is a free
Lescheraines Ponds Lescheraines Ponds and village are 30 km from Annecy, approximately 50 min drive, the most scenic route is to drive through Sévrier then up the mountain to Col de Leschaux (a favourite for cyclists). Lescheraines is the meeting point of all the valleys of the Bauges. The vibrant village has a few shops
Enjoy Refuge du Semnoz (Gruffy)! When you are on the top of the Semnoz mountain https://www.taxi-massingy.com/en/semnoz/, you can park the car next to the “Courant d’Ere” restaurant and follow the path to the Refuge du Semnoz, Gruffy. You can do it any seasons, you just have to follow the signs and it will take you
End of the Lake Reserve The End of the Lake nature reserve is a small 84 hectare reserve in Doussard, which takes 1 to 2 hours to visit. It is one of the rare examples of an alpine delta which functions naturally (marsh/meadow/forest) with a moving riverbed. This area has been protected since the Middle
Angon waterfall Angon waterfall is next to Talloires, on the East side of the Lake, on the way up to Col de la Forclaz (see my previous post https://www.taxi-massingy.com/en/col-de-la-forclaz/ From Annecy you have to take the D909, just before Angon take the exit to the left. The trail starts a little bit further and goes steep
