Things to do with kids in Annecy: visit the different castles, parc Andilly, parc du Merlet, visit farm Noisetiers, hikes in Semnoz or Glières, Lamas of Salagine, Parrots in Clermont…
How to transfer from Annecy to Montreux, Chillon Castle? To travel from Annecy to Chillon Castle, Montreux, you have several options: By Car, the distance is about 133 km and takes approximately 1h30 under normal traffic conditions The most direct route is via the A41 and A1 highways, passing through Geneva and along Lake Geneva […]
Chanaz, often referred to as the “Little Savoyard Venice,” is a picturesque village nestled in Savoie near Aix-les-Bains and Seyssel. With a population of around 550 inhabitants, Chanaz is renowned for its unique charm, blending natural beauty, rich history, and a tranquil atmosphere that attracts visitors year-round. Chanaz’s historical significance stems from its strategic location
Parrots Academy The Parrots Academy is near Clermont Castle in Haute-Savoie, approximately 30 min drive from Annecy. It is not a zoo or a circus but a place where they will show you different parrots and tell you stories about them! The team is passionate and love their birds, they are also happy to
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.
Jardins Secrets Jardins Secrets in Vaulx, discover this unexpected colorful garden in the country side, approximately 25 min drive from Annecy center. Vaulx is located between Rumilly and Annecy, the gardens are a mosaic of Baroque gardens. It is still owned by the family who started it (just for fun), the Moumen’s family and it
Maison Cailler/Chocolate factory Maison Cailler/Chocolate factory is located in Broc, Switzerland, approximately 2 hours drive from Annecy, you can visit the oldest Swiss chocolate factory. There is a big free parking but it can be very busy during the holidays. As soon as you step out of the car, you will smell chocolate in the
La Ferme Charbonnière Restaurant I enjoyed diner at La Ferme Charbonnière Restaurant with my favorite American Monchus (thanks Karen for the lovely photos!) and a friend and his mum. The farm is in Menthon St Bernard, aprroximately 15 min drive from Annecy center, after Veyrier du lac, on the way to Thônes, in front of
Visit of a cheese farm in Semnoz Here is a post about my visit of a Cheese farm in Semnoz. I visited the lovely GAEC Les Noisetiers (making AOP Abondance cheese) with cows milk. We were welcomed by the Jacquot family, the summer farm is between the top of Semnoz (combe du Villard) and
Les Flottins Every Christmas holiday, you can admire “Les Flottins” in the lovely city of Evian-les-bains by Lake Leman. A pleasure for all and a magical moment. Les Flottins’s little village is entirely built from driftwood pieces washed up by the river or lake, every year you will discover some new things. Since 2007, Evian
