Lake Annecy has always had my vote. After all the setting is stunning and it been on the top of the list for the cleanest lakes in Europe for many years.
In a recent study, 12 lakes have been highlighted because they show nature at its most spectacular. Lake Annecy was on the list together with Crater Lake, United States, Peyto Lake, Canada, Lake Malawi, Malawi, Taal Lake, Philippines, Lake Atitlán, Guatemala, Loch Lomond, Scotland, Lake Garda, Italy, Plitvice Lakes, Croatia, Lake Nakuru, Kenya, Lake Matheson, New Zealand and Lake Bled, Slovenia.
Here some of the write-up on lake Annecy: “The lake in the heart of the French Alps is a looker, but don’t expect to spend your visit gasing over the water in quiet reflection. Lake Annecy is all about activity — particularly in July August, when Paris shuts down and the French take extended holidays. Sailors, kayakers, wakeboarder and water-skiers enjoy the water; bikers and hikers hit surrounding nature trails; and refugees from the city fill the outdoor tables at the lakeside restaurants and bars.” The report goes on about other activities, but our blog got more details on all things you need to know about lake Annecy. One last extract: “Repeat visitors plan their trip for the first Saturday of August, the fete du lac, when a staggering, nearly two-hour-long fireworks display illuminates the water.”
We agree, but you can also enjoy lake Annecy in spring, autumn and winter, where you got the lake to yourself and can experience the charm of a great all year holiday destination. Best of all, with the new motorway, lake Annecy is only 30 min drive from Geneva airport. Ideal for a short activity break or a romantic weekend in the old town.
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