Lac d'Annecy

Lake Annecy, Auvergne-Rhone-Alpes, France

What to expect

Lac d'Annecy is a perialpine lake in Haute-Savoie, France, named after the city of Annecy. It is a popular tourist destination known for its swimming and water sports. The lake was formed about 18,000 years ago, at the time the large alpine glaciers melted. It is fed by many small rivers from the surrounding mountains and a powerful underwater source. The lake is approximately 14 km long and has a cycle path that goes partially around it. The surrounding mountains offer various activities such as parapenting and skiing. The lake is also a great spot for contemplation and offers beautiful views

Plan your family visit to the Lac d'Annecy with these blog insights 👇

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Wanderings in Haute Savoie

Wanderings in Haute Savoie
This family's experience:

Activities: We enjoyed the lake and its shores, cycling on bike paths, relaxing on beaches, and exploring the lake by boat. We loved the free beach at Albigny and the paid one at Saint Jorioz, which had sand and activities

Highlights: The kids loved swimming in the clear lake water and playing on the beaches. We also enjoyed the bike paths and boat rides ✨

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ANNECY with family, Lake Annecy with children

ANNECY with family, Lake Annecy with children
This family's experience:

Activities: We went for a bike ride on the bike paths around the lake. The cycle paths are secured and cover 33 kilometers around the lake. We also enjoyed the beaches and swimming!

Highlights: We enjoyed the beautiful scenery and the opportunity to swim in the clear waters of Lake Annecy ✨

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Lake Annecy

Lake Annecy
This family's experience:

Activities: We enjoyed walking along the Paquier, a vast green area, and strolled past the Impérial Palace. We also took a beautiful boat ride on the lake

Highlights: The children loved running around on the Paquier and enjoying the views from the boat. We all appreciated the tranquility of the lake ✨

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Ideas for outings with children in Haute Savoie

Ideas for outings with children in Haute Savoie
This family's experience:

Activities: We went to Lac d'Annecy, a large lake in Haute Savoie, and explored it by car and bike. We also enjoyed walking along the water in Annecy

Highlights: The boys loved exploring the lake and we all enjoyed walking along the water in Annecy ✨

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10 holiday ideas in France to go with your family!

10 holiday ideas in France to go with your family!
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Lac d’Annecy and enjoyed its natural beauty

Highlights: We loved the stunning lake and the surrounding mountains ✨