Autumn is setting in, the leaves are changing color, the temperatures are dropping as our desire for holidays increases... Since the summer crowds are no longer there, why not enjoy the beautiful city of Annecy during the fall?
Annecy is at the top of the list of cities where life is good in France. It is an ideal city for a quiet vacation where you won't get bored! The city is full of charm with its car-free streets, its historic center, its canals and bridges. Nicknamed the "Venice of the Alps" because of the Thiou that crosses it, we stroll between the small shops and restaurants available to us. For an itinerary from the center to the old town prepared by a tour guide,
it's here! Obviously, we don't forget to admire the lake, lined with trees in shades of orange and red autumn.
When visiting Annecy, it's impossible to miss the
Imperial Palace, the city's most famous 4-star hotel. So we go to admire its immaculate facade and its Belle Époque architecture which combines charm and elegance.
In addition, the hotel will be able to keep your evenings busy with the
Imperial Festival, which plays extra time this fall and offers you one show per month: jazz, classical and humor are on the menu. For the more gamblers, the
casino is where we meet to try your luck!
A little culture on rainy days
Unfortunately, in the fall, you don't always get sunny weather and you are not immune to a rainy day or two. But do not panic ! Annecy knows how to seduce you again and again. The city makes you discover its history and its heritage with its many museums and historical buildings: visit
the Palace of the Island,
the museum of animated films,
the Castle or enjoy a view of the Annecy basin at
the Basilica of the Visitation! There is no shortage of outings. And to activate your brain and please young and old, head to
Les Mystères du Lac for a crazy escape game!
Athletes are served
Even if there are a lot of water activities in Annecy and they are very popular in summer, autumn is not to be outdone! The Voie Verte offers you its 33 kilometers of cycle paths and varied landscapes around the lake. If cycling isn't your cup of tea, then put on your hiking sneakers and head to Semnoz! At the top, we take in a large bowl of fresh air while observing the fall colors that warm the landscape. A real moment of calm, far from the crowds of summer tourists.
And we do not forget the gastronomy, of course!
After all these activities, a good meal is well deserved! In Annecy, there are gourmet tables at Clos des Sens, La Ciboulette or of course at
La Voile where you can taste the cuisine of Adrien Tupin Bron at the Imperial Palace. For the more traditional and gourmets, we turn to our Savoyard specialties made from cheeses that warm the stomach and the heart.
A tour of La Clusaz...
And if you've already been around Annecy, now is the time to go up to La Clusaz, one of the most famous resorts in the Pays de Savoie. In addition, we have already made a selection of activities to find
right here!
We look forward to seeing you in Annecy... :)