Ideas of trips to do around Annecy.
Ermitage St Germain is 13 km away from Annecy, before reaching Talloires, turn left ‘Col de la Forclaz’, then you will need to take a narrow road on the left, follow the sign “St Germain Church”. The official parking is not easy to reach so follow the sign Parking conseillé which is easier to reach. […]
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Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, more commonly known as Chamonix (do not pronounce the “x”) or even “Cham”, is a commune in the Haute-Savoie département. It was the site of the first Winter Olympics in 1924. The commune’s population of around 8,900. Situated near the massive peaks of the Aiguilles Rouges and most notably the Aiguille du Midi, it
This post is about the Mer de Glace/Montenvers Train in Chamonix. Departing from Chamonix, this little train takes you to Montenvers 1913 m high with an amazing view on Mer de Glace glacier, the Drus and Grands Jorasses. The Montenvers train is a scenic cogwheel railway that operates between Chamonix and the Mer de Glace,
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Montreux, Switzerland nestles in a sheltered Lake Geneva Leman bay, surrounded by vineyards and breathtaking backdrop of snow covered Alps. Because of the exceptionally mild climate it is called the capital of the Vaud Riviera. Plants associated with the Mediterranean, such as pines, cypresses and palm trees grow here, thanks to the lake micro climate.
Conflans is a medieval village near Albertville. Overlooking the city, sheltered behind its 14th century walls, the medieval city of Conflans offers the charm of yesterday. Discover the baroque church, enjoy incredible views of Combe de Savoie valley, the Bauges and Chartreuse mountains. In the heart of the city, enter the art and History museum,
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