8 days in Annecy Itinerary

The canals is in Annecy helped earn the medieval town the nickname the Venice of the Alps.

Venture out of the city with trips to Palais Ideal du Facteur Cheval (in Hauterives), Lac du Bourget (in Aix-les-Bains) and Walibi Rhone-Alpes (in Les Avenieres). There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at Lake Annecy, take in breathtaking views at Les Gorges du Fier, take in the views from Pont des Amours, and get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

To see photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Annecy trip tool.

If you are flying in from The Netherlands, the closest major aiports are Chambéry-Savoie Airport, Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport and Grenoble-Isère Airport. In August, daily temperatures in Annecy can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 16°C.