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Annecy, France: My Old Town, Lake & Stay Favourites
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items I put this list together for the Annecy days I'd actually want to have: a little history, plenty of lake-and-canal wandering, a hillside viewpoint, and stays in the middle of it all. Each pick has one memorable reason to make room for it, so you can ...
The Mus e-Ch teau d'Annecy feels wonderfully unpretentious, with beautifully kept rooms that make the city's long history feel close and tangible. I especially love that it's the kind of place you can walk into expecting a quick castle visit and come...
Musée-Château d'Annecy
Jardins de l'Europe is my favourite reset after the busy Old Town: find the shade of one of the huge old trees, unpack a relaxed lunch, and let the lake air do its thing. The lawns and greenery make it feel peaceful without taking you far from the ce...
Jardins de l'Europe
Allobroges Park H tel makes a practical city-centre base, especially if you like having flexibility in your sleeping setup. Choose the Standard Double for a couple or the twin-bed option when you're travelling with a friend.
Allobroges Park Hôtel
Take a slow walk along the Canal du Vass and you'll see a more quietly beautiful side of Annecy, with boats tucked into the city's pleasure-boat berths and the water slipping beneath the streets. I love following its path around the old city and imag...
Annecy canal du Vassé
Auberge du Lyonnais has the kind of Old Town location that makes popping back between walks feel effortless. The city-view room with its queen bed is made for couples, and having breakfast included is a lovely little bonus before heading out.
Auberge du Lyonnais Annecy
Pont des Amours is the Annecy photo stop I'd never skip, but it's more than just a pretty bridge. Cross it for the lake and surrounding views, then linger nearby for a pedal- or speed-boat outing; the calm shallows also make the area easygoing for fa...
Pont des Amours
H tel du Palais de l'Isle is a charming Old Town option for friends or siblings travelling together. Its twin room gives each person their own bed while keeping you right among Annecy's atmospheric historic streets.
Hotel du Palais de l'Isle Annecy
Le Splendid Hotel Lac D'Annecy is a polished Old Town base for a couple who wants a proper retreat after a day by the water. The Superior Double Room's full bed gives the stay an easy, comfortable feel without making the room setup complicated.
Splendid Hotel