{"id":76353,"date":"2023-05-19T10:49:01","date_gmt":"2023-05-19T08:49:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/?p=76353"},"modified":"2023-07-04T13:50:22","modified_gmt":"2023-07-04T11:50:22","slug":"weekend-in-annecy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/weekend-in-annecy\/","title":{"rendered":"What to plan for a weekend in Annecy"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Annecy is the perfect location for a short break, but with so much to see and do, it\u2019s difficult to know what to prioritise. That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together two different weekend itineraries, one for spring\/summer and one for autumn\/winter<\/strong>. <strong>Both are packed with all the best activities so you can be sure you\u2019re experiencing Annecy at its fullest throughout your stay.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Read on to discover your itinerary for a perfect weekend in Annecy\u2026 <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<!-- Start SVG for Props Slider -->\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display: none;\">\n    <symbol id=\"icon-book\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n        <path d=\"m354 276l-158 76 0-36 94-42c11-5 21-9 32-13-8-3-18-7-30-12l-96-44 0-35 158 75 0 31z m-101-258c133 0 241 108 241 241 0 133-108 241-241 241-133 0-241-108-241-241 0-133 108-241 241-241z m0 458c120 0 217-97 217-217 0-120-97-217-217-217-120 0-217 97-217 217 0 120 97 217 217 217z\"\/>\n    <\/symbol>\n    <symbol id=\"icon-ovo\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n      <path d=\"m259 494c-130 0-236-105-236-235 0-130 106-236 236-236 130 0 235 106 235 236 0 130-105 235-235 235z m0-447c-117 0-212 95-212 212 0 117 95 212 212 212 117 0 212-95 212-212 0-117-95-212-212-212z m-71 308l155-72c0 0 13-28 0-57l-155-70c0 0-10 23 1 50l100 45c0 0 10 3 0 7-12 5-101 45-101 45 0 0-7 26 0 52z\"\/>\n    <\/symbol>\n    <symbol id=\"icon-ovo-circle-left\" viewBox=\"0 0 43.47 43.47\">\n        <circle class=\"circle-ovo\" cx=\"21.73\" cy=\"21.73\" r=\"19.23\" \/>\n        <path d=\"M13.12 20.44l13.23-6.32v3l-7.92 3.57q-1.28.58-2.67 1.06 1 .38 2.52 1l8.07 3.69v2.89l-13.23-6.27z\" fill=\"#fff\" fill-opacity=\"1\"\/>\n    <\/symbol>\n    <symbol id=\"icon-ovo-circle-right\" viewBox=\"0 0 43.47 43.47\">\n        <circle class=\"circle-ovo\" cx=\"21.73\" cy=\"21.73\" r=\"19.23\" \/>\n        <path d=\"M30.35 23l-13.23 6.35v-3L25 22.81q1.28-.58 2.67-1.06-1-.38-2.52-1L17.12 17v-2.88l13.23 6.28z\" fill=\"#fff\" fill-opacity=\"1\"\/>\n    <\/symbol>\n<\/svg>\n<!-- End SVG for Props Slider -->\n\n<!-- Start HTML for Props Slider -->\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\">Discover holiday properties in Annecy<\/h2>\n\n<div class=\"container-fluid container-fluid-otherprops container-white\">\n    <div class=\"fade-right\">\n        <div class=\"hero-arrow hero-arrow-left\">\n            <svg class=\"icon icon-ovo-circle-left\"><use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#icon-ovo-circle-left\"><\/use><\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"slider-otherprops rsDefault\" data-filters=\"&destination=7\">\n        <!-- Slider loaded via ajax depending on resolution -->\n        <div class=\"new-props-loading\">\n            <span class=\"loader-dot\">.<\/span><span class=\"loader-dot\">.<\/span><span class=\"loader-dot\">.<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"fade-left\">\n        <div class=\"hero-arrow hero-arrow-right\">\n            <svg class=\"icon icon-ovo-circle-right\"><use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#icon-ovo-circle-right\"><\/use><\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- End HTML for Props Slider -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-weekend-in-annecy-in-spring-summer\">A weekend in Annecy in spring\/summer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-day-one-cycle-around-the-lake\">Day one: cycle around the lake<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Cycling around Lake Annecy is an incredible way to make the most of your time there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are various rental shops where you can hire a bike for the day, and if you want a more leisurely ride, many now offer e-bike rentals too. However, in summer they can get extremely busy, so it\u2019s best to aim to get there early and head out on your ride before the queues kick in.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Why not pack a picnic and stop off at one of the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/lake-annecy-beaches\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">beaches<\/a><\/strong> to enjoy your lunch with a view? If you\u2019re leaving from the centre of Annecy, then Doussard Beach is a great pitstop along the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keen cyclists can also head further afield into the Aravis mountains if they\u2019re after some more challenging routes, such as the Col des Aravis and the Col de la Croix Fry, which regularly feature in the Tour de France.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"Two bikes parked on the shores of Lake Annecy\" class=\"wp-image-58040\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-2048x1536.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-250x188.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-350x263.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-1140x855.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/04\/44882481095_ca413ab37b_o-1920x1440.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cycling around Lake Annecy is a must-try activity on your active holiday<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Other ways to enjoy Lake Annecy on your weekend break<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stand-up paddle boarding<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sailing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Wakeboarding\/wake surfing\/waterskiing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Windsurfing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kayaking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hire a boat or pedalo<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/hiking-in-annecy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hike in the surrounding mountains<\/a><\/strong> to get a great view of the lake<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day two: paragliding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Many Alpine locations offer paragliding as an activity, and Annecy is no different! This is the perfect way to end your holiday whilst you enjoy a bird\u2019s eye view of the cleanest lake in Europe and its surrounding peaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>From March-November, you can enjoy this experience from <strong>85\u20ac<\/strong> per person (depending on the weather). It\u2019s definitely one to tick off the bucket list!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other aerial activities include hang-gliding, sky diving, hot air balloon and gyrocopter rides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can book a broad range of these activities with <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.activ-annecy.com\/activities\/aerial-sensations\/paragliding-annecy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Activ\u2019 Annecy<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tor-stryger-qSZjUJA1Bz0-unsplash-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"A paragliding launch pad overlooking Lake Annecy\" class=\"wp-image-76061\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tor-stryger-qSZjUJA1Bz0-unsplash-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/tor-stryger-qSZjUJA1Bz0-unsplash-300x225.jpg 300w, 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photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@torstryger?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Tor Stryger<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/qSZjUJA1Bz0?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"block-ovo-cta-button\">\n  <div class=\"wp-block-button\">\n    <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/paragliding-annecy\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"wp-block-button__link\">A guide to paragliding in Annecy<\/a>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<!-- Start SVG for Props Slider -->\n<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" style=\"display: none;\">\n    <symbol id=\"icon-book\" viewBox=\"0 0 512 512\">\n        <path d=\"m354 276l-158 76 0-36 94-42c11-5 21-9 32-13-8-3-18-7-30-12l-96-44 0-35 158 75 0 31z m-101-258c133 0 241 108 241 241 0 133-108 241-241 241-133 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class=\"loader-dot\">.<\/span>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"fade-left\">\n        <div class=\"hero-arrow hero-arrow-right\">\n            <svg class=\"icon icon-ovo-circle-right\"><use xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\" xlink:href=\"#icon-ovo-circle-right\"><\/use><\/svg>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<!-- End HTML for Props Slider -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A weekend in Annecy in autumn\/winter<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-day-one-discover-the-culture\">Day one: discover the culture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On day one, we\u2019d recommend visiting <a href=\"https:\/\/en.lac-annecy.com\/cultural-heritage\/palais-de-lile-annecy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Le Palais de I\u2019\u00cele <\/strong><\/a>and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gpsmycity.com\/attractions\/the-castle-(musee-chateau-dannecy)-44128.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Mus\u00e9e-Chateau D\u2019Annecy<\/strong><\/a>. These two historical monuments are the most iconic buildings in Annecy and are not to be missed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With a <strong>joint fee of 7.20\u20ac or 4\u20ac for under-25s<\/strong>, you can purchase a combination ticket from either venue, granting access to both sites. Both are open every day throughout the year apart from Tuesdays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re still keen to discover more culture, head over to the Mus\u00e9e du Film d\u2019animation, which is just a two-minute walk from the Chateau.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Between visits, you could stop for lunch or a coffee in one of the many restaurants in the old town.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-le-palais-de-i-ile\"><strong>Le Palais de I\u2019\u00cele<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/en.lac-annecy.com\/cultural-heritage\/palais-de-lile-annecy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Le Palais de I\u2019\u00cele<\/strong><\/a> was listed as a historic monument in 1900, with its oldest parts dating back to the 12th century. Originally housing the prison and the minting workshop of the Counts of Geneva, this renowned medieval structure is located in the heart of Annecy and has since become an emblem of the town. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guided tours are available, or opt for an unguided visit costing <strong>3.90\u20ac<\/strong> for an adult and <strong>2\u20ac<\/strong> for a child. There\u2019s free entry for children under 12 and group rates for more than 5 people. You\u2019ll need <strong>between 30 minutes and one hour<\/strong> to visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Le Palais de I'\u00cele, historic old prison in Annecy\" class=\"wp-image-76053\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-150x84.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-250x141.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-1140x641.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/mathias-reding-WOrvdzuPqDM-unsplash-1920x1080.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Le Palais de I\u2019\u00cele<\/strong> is one of the most photographed spots in Annecy \u2013 photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@matreding\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Mathias Reding<\/a> on Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-musee-chateau-d-annecy\">Mus\u00e9e-Chateau D\u2019Annecy<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Above the charming old town stands the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gpsmycity.com\/attractions\/the-castle-(musee-chateau-dannecy)-44128.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Mus\u00e9e-Chateau D\u2019Annecy<\/strong><\/a>, which became the residence of the Counts of Geneva in the 13th and 14th centuries. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Upon your visit, marvel at the authentic collections of traditional furniture and artworks and even pay a visit to the nature room where you can discover the local species and wildlife of the lake!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Entrance is <strong>5.60\u20ac<\/strong> and there\u2019s free entry for children under 12 years. You\u2019ll need approximately one hour to visit the site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Mus\u00e9e-Chateau D'Annecy - an old chateau built with beige stone and brick set against a mountain landscape\" class=\"wp-image-76055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-2048x1363.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-250x166.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-1140x759.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/egor-myznik-gXBt7KJXz1s-unsplash-1920x1278.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Mus\u00e9e-Chateau D\u2019Annecy \u2013 photo by <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/@vonshnauzer?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Egor Myznik<\/a> on <a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/gXBt7KJXz1s?utm_source=unsplash&utm_medium=referral&utm_content=creditCopyText\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-musee-du-film-d-animation\">Mus\u00e9e du Film d\u2019animation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Annecy is renowned for its rich animation history and has been home to an international festival every June since 1960. The<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.lac-annecy.com\/cultural-heritage\/musee-du-film-danimation-annecy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> Mus\u00e9e du Film d\u2019animation<\/a><\/strong> offers a free and immersive experience for film enthusiasts and tourists alike, providing insights into the art\u2019s roots, techniques, processes, and equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The exhibition is open year-round (apart from Tuesdays and Sundays), from <strong>10 am to 5 pm<\/strong> (apart from June-September, when it opens at 10:30 am). Expect to spend <strong>up to one hour<\/strong> here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you have more time to spare, you could also take a stroll around the following landmarks:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.france-voyage.com\/cities-towns\/annecy-29711\/cathedral-saint-pierre-14656.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Cath\u00e9drale Saint-Pierre<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gpsmycity.com\/attractions\/eglise-saint-francois-(saint-francois-church)-44054.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00c9glise Saint-Fran\u00e7ois<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gpsmycity.com\/attractions\/eglise-st-maurice-(saint-maurice-church)-44052.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00c9glise Saint Maurice<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gpsmycity.com\/attractions\/eglise-notre-dame-de-liesse-dannecy-(notre-dame-de-liesse-church)-44025.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">\u00c9glise Notre-Dame-de-Liesse d\u2019Annecy\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/musees.annecy.fr\/eng\/content\/view\/full\/584\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Visitation Basilica<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gpsmycity.com\/attractions\/jardins-de-leurope-(gardens-of-europe)-44108.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Les Jardins de l\u2019Europe<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.keepcalmandwander.com\/pont-des-amours-annecy-lovers-bridge-france\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Le Pont des Amours<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Day two: go skiing!<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Annecy is just a stone\u2019s throw from a number of fantastic ski resorts including La Clusaz, Manigod and Le Grand Bornand. Driving to these resorts from Annecy takes around 50 minutes or you can catch the bus from the station.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019d prefer to stay a little closer to Annecy, there\u2019s also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/ski-resorts-near-annecy\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Le Semnoz<\/strong> <strong>and<\/strong> <strong>La Sambuy<\/strong><\/a>, which may be nearer to your accommodation, depending on where you\u2019re staying.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can buy a half-day or full-day pass in most resorts and there are ski rental shops in-resort and en-route where you can hire some kit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Visit the tourist office websites for each resort to find out more:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laclusaz.com\/en\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">La Clusaz<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.manigod.com\/summer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Manigod<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/en.legrandbornand.com\/alpine-skiing-snowboarding-telemark.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Le Grand Bornand<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.semnoz.fr\/prix-forfaits-alpin\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Le Semnoz <\/a><\/strong>(website in French only)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lasambuy.com\/en\/winter-activities\/ski#:~:text=lift%20for%20beginners.-,SKI,-PASSES\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">La Sambuy<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-71306\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-2048x1365.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-250x167.jpg 250w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-350x233.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-1140x760.jpg 1140w, https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/maarten-duineveld-pmfJcN7RGiw-unsplash-1920x1280.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">You don\u2019t have to travel far from Annecy to find some great skiing!<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More ideas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you still have some time on your hands, then you won\u2019t struggle to find more activities to pack into your trip! Have a look at some ofour guides below to discover other things to do in the town\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Discover the best<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/annecy-food-and-drink-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> bars and restaurants<\/a><\/strong>, or even explore the<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/michelin-starred-restaurants-in-haute-savoie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">fine dining scene<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Try a <a href=\"https:\/\/experiences.1786.travel\/en_US\/experience\/cheese-and-wine-tasting-in-annecy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>cheese and wine tasting<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/annecy-street-market\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Annecy Food Market<\/a><\/strong> year-round or the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ovonetwork.com\/blog\/annecy-christmas-market\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Christmas Market <\/a><\/strong>in winter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lestresoms.com\/en\/page\/annecy-hotel-with-pool.5179.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a spa<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Whether you\u2019re looking for a cultural visit, an active holiday<\/strong>,<strong> a gourmet exploration or quality time with your loved ones, Annecy has it all.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Once you\u2019ve decided on what kind of holiday you want to have, make sure to browse OVO Network\u2019s range of partner properties in Annecy. 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That\u2019s why we\u2019ve put together two different weekend itineraries, one for spring\/summer and one for autumn\/winter. Both are packed with all the best activities so you can be sure you\u2019re experiencing Annecy at its fullest throughout your stay. Read on to discover your itinerary for a perfect weekend in Annecy\u2026 A weekend in Annecy in spring\/summer Day one: cycle around the lake Cycling around Lake Annecy is an incredible way to make the most of your time there. There are various rental shops where you can hire a bike for the day, and if you want a more leisurely ride, many now offer e-bike rentals too. 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