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Discover the Magic of Annecy: An 11-Day Adventure

Dhanny Velasco

Dhanny Velasco

29 Sep 2023

Embark on a thrilling 11-day journey to Annecy, France, and immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of this picturesque city. Explore stunning landmarks, relax by the serene Lake Annecy, and indulge in the rich history and culture. Join us on this unforgettable adventure!

Day 1
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$0

Basilique de la Visitation
Early 20th-century Catholic basilica offering city, lake & mountain views from its bell tower.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
8 - 11 min

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Pont Perrière
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Free
2 - 3 min

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Église Saint Maurice
Gothic Roman Catholic church originally built as the chapel of a Dominican convent in 1422.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
4 - 6 min

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Jardins de l'Europe
This tree-filled lakeside park with boat moorings & mountain views is popular for walks & picnics.
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 2
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$0

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$ 4

Lake Annecy
Picturesque lake for swimming & water sports, with mountain views & adjacent parks & bike paths.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
20 - 24 min

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Église Saint-François de Sales
Waterside Catholic church featuring a simple white facade & an understated interior.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Free
Day 3
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$38

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$ 4

Plage d'Albigny
Popular swim spot on the lake surrounded by grassy areas & flowers, with lifeguards during summer.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
12 - 15 min

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Parc Animalier de la Grande Jeanne
Leafy, open-air zoo with free admission, featuring animals from the region & picnic areas.
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$38
Day 4
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$33

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$ 4

Pont des Amours
Crossed by many lovers in the past, this romantic footbridge offers scenic city, canal & lake views.
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
$13
2 - 3 min

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Canal du Vassé
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
9 - 14 min

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Conservatoire d'Art et d'Histoire
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
9 - 11 min

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Ecomuseum of Lake Annecy
Museum with costumes & artifacts from 19th-century life, plus kid-friendly exhibits & activities.
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
$20
Day 5
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$15

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$ 4

Plage Des Marquisats
Small, free-entry lakeside beach with grass & sand areas, restrooms, showers & a seasonal snack bar.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
4 - 5 min

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Le Pâquier
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Free
6 - 9 min

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Le Palais de I'Île
Picturesque medieval castle & prison in the middle of the Thiou Canal, now an art & history museum.
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
$15
Day 6
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$63

Musée du Film d'animation
Quaint museum devoted to animated film, with interactive exhibits & antique equipment.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
$13
9 - 14 min

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Canyoning Annecy
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
$50
Day 7
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$13

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$ 4

Le site des Ponts de la Caille
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
$13
14 - 17 min

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Maison du Salève
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Free
13 - 20 min

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Col du Mont-Sion
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 8
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$75

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$ 7

Les Grandes Médiévales
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$38
4 - 5 min

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Le Hameau du Père Noël
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
$38
10 - 12 min

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Lac des dronières
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 9
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$50

O'speed Canyoning
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
$50
5 - 8 min

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Château de Novel
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free
Day 10
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$0

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$ 4

Chalets de Noël Made in france
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Free
12 - 18 min

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Captain Wild
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Free
11 - 14 min

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Église Notre Dame de Liesse
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Free
Day 11
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$25

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$ 7

Square de l'Évêché
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Free
6 - 8 min

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Thiou
This 3.5-km long river is one of France's shortest & also considered to be among its cleanest.
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Free
15 - 18 min

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Gorges du Fier
Natural attraction where a footbridge spans a narrow gorge & river, with a cafe on site.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
$25

Budget breakdown: $343 In total

Activities & Food:$310
Transport:$33