Annecy-le-Vieux Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Annecy-le-Vieux
Annecy-le-Vieux
Annecy-le-Vieux
Annecy-le-Vieux
Annecy-le-Vieux

Vacation in a lakeside town in the French Alps where you can pursue a range of outdoor activities year-round.

With a lakeside setting and a mountainous backdrop, Annecy-le-Vieux is a destination of great scenic beauty. Visit the town for its abundance of outdoor pursuits. Sail across an alpine lake, go walking in the hills and enjoy downhill adventures on the ski slopes.

Annecy-le-Vieux sits on the northeastern shore of Annecy Lake. Rent a powerboat, sailboat or rowboat and get out on the vast body of water. Guided boat tours are also available. When you are back on dry land, walk or cycle on the 19-mile (30-kilometre) path that runs alongside part of the lake. Then relax on the large stretch of beach next to Petit Port (Small Port). The open farmland to the north of town is worth exploring by bike or car.

The nearby mountains lend themselves to a range of activities. Hike to the top of the forest covered Mount Veyrier on the lake’s eastern shore. It climbs up to 4,236 feet (1,291 metres) at its highest point. The grand Château de Menthon also sits on the east side of the lake. Enjoy a tour of this turreted 12th-century stronghold.

During the winter, Annecy-le-Vieux is a great place for skiing and snowboarding. Drive into the mountains to the east to find La Clusaz and Le Grand Bornand, two of the largest ski resorts in the area. Go alpine and cross-country skiing and try such winter sports as pony sledging and ski biking. Many of the runs are for advanced skiers, so if you are relatively inexperienced, try Saint Jean de Sixt. The village has gentle slopes for beginners of all ages as well as a toboggan ride that is ideal for children. 

Saint Jean also has a number of fascinating old churches. Visit the 16th-century Villaret Chapel, which was destroyed during the French Revolution and rebuilt in 1823.

Fly into Geneva’s international airport, then make the 25-mile (40-kilometre) drive across the border into France to reach Annecy-le-Vieux. With nature, history and sporting activities, this lakeside mountain town has lots going on no matter what time of year you take your holiday.

Hôtel Les Muses

Hôtel Les Muses

3 out of 5
61 rue centrale, Annecy, Haute-Savoie
The price is ₹13,277 per night from 23 Jul to 24 Jul
₹13,277
₹14,826 total
23 Jul - 24 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Annecy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (568 reviews)
"The good: nicely located, very nice reception staff. Very good breakfast, clean and in front of the lake. The bad: standard double room is pretty small, small double bed and the housekeeping staff make a lot of noise in the morning in the corridor just outside your room door (even when the DO NOT ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Hôtel Les Muses
Rivage Hôtel & Spa Annecy

Rivage Hôtel & Spa Annecy

4 out of 5
33 Avenue du Petit Port, Annecy, Haute-Savoie
The price is ₹24,096 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
₹24,096
₹26,797 total
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Annecy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (358 reviews)
"We stayed for 8 nights with two Prestige rooms. Loved the hotel look, layout and our quiet bedrooms with balcony. The rooms were a highlight for us - there was some peeling paint around the shower head and mixed opinions on the comfort of the balcony chairs but neither detracted from our 5* enjoyment. ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul 2025

Rivage Hôtel & Spa Annecy
Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva

4 out of 5
Rue du Rhône 46, Geneva
The price is ₹9,713 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
₹9,713
₹10,894 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Geneva. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (999 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful. Hotel is somewhat of a different concept for us - check-in at top floor combined with roof top bar area. Dark, modern decor hallways were different as well. Room was clean and quiet. Check-in process was somewhat cumbersome due to need to fill in information on ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Ruby Claire Hotel Geneva
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Comfort Aparthotel Les Hauts d'Annecy

Comfort Aparthotel Les Hauts d'Annecy

3 out of 5
16, Rue du Champ de la Taillée, Annecy
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Annecy. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the property ...
7.8/10 Good! (575 reviews)
"Really clean room and bathroom, no air conditioning but other than that it was great. Kitchen was well equipped for cooking proper meals and the hotel is close to an Aldi for shopping and a bus stop for getting into town. Good shutter on the window to prevent bugs."

Reviewed on 26 Jun 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Les Hauts d'Annecy
Privilodges Le Royal Annecy

Privilodges Le Royal Annecy

3 out of 5
9, rue Royale, Annecy, Haute-Savoie
Stay at this 3-star residence in Annecy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (629 reviews)
"Huge Great room at top of property, AIR CONDITIONING 🙏👍 / beautiful views , very helpful staff / great food / location / breakfast outside next to lake…perfect Two small issues 1. hotel parking 10 mins walk away & slight issue parking near hotel to drop of luggage first ! 2. Lift is only on 1st ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Privilodges Le Royal Annecy
Aparthotel Adagio Annecy Centre

Aparthotel Adagio Annecy Centre

4 out of 5
2, place Marie Curie, Annecy
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Annecy. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"The Adagio was excellent in every way , good position, friendly staff and very cleanband well appointed . Very happy to recommend."

Reviewed on 7 Jul 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Annecy Centre
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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