Annecy Day Trip from Lyon
Lyon, France
About This Activity
Board the train from Lyon for a 2-hour journey to Annecy — the most picturesque town in the French Alps. Walk the medieval Palais de l'Île on its island in the canal, stroll cobblestone streets lined with pastel arcaded buildings, then head to Lac d'Annecy — one of the cleanest lakes in Europe — for swimming, paddling, or simply gazing at the mountains reflected in turquoise water.
Seasonal note: Lake swimming June-September; Alpine views best in clear spring weather
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