Interactive maps of hiking and biking routes around Annecy
1. You can zoom in/out using your mouse wheel, as well as move the map of Annecy with your mouse.2. This interactive map presents two modes: 'Biking Routes' and 'Hiking Routes'. Use the '+' button on the map to switch between them.
Railway and landscape maps of Annecy area
This Annecy map has two modes: 'Railway Network' and 'Landscape & Rural Map'. Use the '+' button on the map to navigate.City tours, excursions and tickets in Annecy and surroundings
France - moving around the country
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Overview of festivals and celebrations in France
France is not a deeply religious country; almost half of its inhabitants do not belong to any religion. However Christmas is celebrated in its cities on a special scale. This day becomes a symbol of miracle. The streets are lit up with a huge number of flashing garlands and ornaments, luxurious fir trees decorated with glass toys are mounted in the squares. Children put boots and shoes under the tree in the house, in them on Christmas night should put gifts by Peer Noel, getting inside through the chimney. Christmas dinner is called "reway", its menu is strictly regulated, and recipes are passed on from generation to generation. At the Christmas table there must be a bird, most often goose, pates, salads and a special dessert - a pie in the form of logs. … Open![More](../../img/2017/icon_next_24.png)
Photogallery of Annecy sights
Our guide to Annecy
Annecy sightseeing
Annecy Church is another sight that deserves the attention of visitors. This is the Roman Catholic Church of St. Maurice that was built many years ago. Initially, the church had a gothic look that was typical for the 15th century. At that time, the building looked like a Dominican chapel. There are still some drawings of that period in the church. One of these paintings is in the left part of the building, near the … Open
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Cultural excursion through Annecy - things to see
Eglise Saint-Maurice is the oldest church in Annecy, so it is no less interesting to visit it. The gorgeous Roman Catholic church was built in the 15th century. Eglise Saint-Maurice is located in a cozy area overlooking a canal. Many elements of inner décor that visitors can see today were built more than three centuries ago. Do not miss an opportunity to sit on vintage church chairs made by local masters yet at … Open
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Attractions and active leisure
It is important to mention that Lake Annecy is a popular center of water sports. It frequently hosts canoeing competitions. Everyone can try waterskiing here or learn the basics of other water sports. If you are not a fan of such activities, book a walking or cycling excursion in the neighborhoods of Annecy. A great number of interesting routes are laid in the countryside. Participants can admire mountain views, … Open
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Shopping, streets and outlets
Fromagerie Pierre Gay is one of the oldest grocery shops in the city, it opened in 1935. Starting from its establishment and to this day, the shop has been selling the best cheese. Fromagerie Pierre Gay usually has around a hundred different cheese varieties in stock. Visitors can purchase the best cheese from local farms and rare cheese types from other regions of France. You can sample and purchase high-quality … Open
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