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Discover Annecy (France)


Annecy is a picturesque town on the northern banks of Lake Annecy in the Rhone-Alps, southeast France. Often referred to as the Venice of Savoie, due to its network of canals and quaint bridges, Annecy affords a stunning natural setting along the magnificent Lake Annecy overlooked by the majestic Mont Blanc peak. A labyrinth of beguilingly narrow streets flanked by 16th-century properties covered in cascading geraniums begs to be explored, presided by the 12th century Chateau d'Annecy, the town's castle that was recently restored and transformed into a museum. Annecy is an ideal jumping-off point for exploring the array of medieval villages that dot the spectacular landscape and enjoying the wealth of outdoor leisure activities such as hiking, cycling, and leisurely boat tours. Amid the mountains of the Annecy-Geneve-Chamonix triangle lies the exclusive La Clusaz ski resort, providing a perfect winter escape.