Commanding fine views of the Alps and as far as the Jura, the village of Groisy is situated 20 minutes from central Annecy. We have been living here ... Read more!
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Why we chose Annecy as our new French base
After three years residing in the Paris region, we finally moved to Annecy for our new French base in 2017. This beautiful part of Eastern France is located ... Read more!
Our photos taken during a week spent in Annecy
You would have probably noticed it on our Facebook or Instagram accounts, we went out of the Paris region to stay in the French Alps. A week spent in ... Read more!
Discover the fantastic Annecy Venetian Carnival
Every year in Winter the elegant and mysterious Annecy Venetian Carnival takes place in the French Alps town of Annecy. With people wearing fantastic Venetian-style masks, the Annecy Venetian Carnival is ... Read more!
Puy de Sancy, the highest peak of the Massif Central
Located 50km from Clermont-Ferrand, Puy de Sancy is the highest mountain in the Massif Central. The mountain towers over the ski resort of Super-Besse and the spa town ... Read more!
Quick facts about the Crêt de la Neige in the Jura
Crêt de la Neige is the highest mountain of the Jura Mountains and oversees the Pays de Gex and Lake Geneva. The Crêt de la Neige in the ... Read more!
Grenoble Christmas Market: What To See in 2023
Since its creation in 1994, the Christmas market of Grenoble has become one of the most popular in the Rhône-Alpes region. The beautiful site of Grenoble, surrounded by ... Read more!
Great Mountain Passes in the French Alps
The great mountain passes in the French Alps played a great part in the mountain range’s history, from the Roman era to the Middle-Ages and from the Napoleonic Wars ... Read more!
The French Alps: A Mini Discovery Guide
The French Alps are a land of contrasts and breathtaking beauty. Imagine walking beneath towering glaciers and snow-capped peaks, wandering through quaint, postcard-worthy villages, or savouring rich, creamy ... Read more!
Col des Aravis
A few mountain passes in the Alps offer a breathtaking panorama and Col des Aravis in the province of Savoie is one of them. Climbing from the resort of ... Read more!
15 inspiring photos of Mont-Blanc viewed from afar
Mont-Blanc is Western Europe’s highest mountain at an altitude of 4.810 m (15,781 ft) above sea level. Located on the French-Italian border, its breathtaking peaks and glaciers overlook ... Read more!
Yvoire: Discover a medieval village by Lake Geneva
I’ve wandered the streets of Yvoire more times than I can count over the years, and each visit feels like stepping back into another era. Nestled on the ... Read more!
Chauvet Pont-d’Arc Cave
The Chauvet cave in southern France has been inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List in June 2014. Located just a short way from the stunning natural stone bridge ... Read more!
Discover the mighty fortress of Annecy Castle
The imposing Annecy Castle in Haute-Savoie is majestically placed atop one of the last promontories of the Semnoz Mountain overlooking the lake with the old town of Annecy nestled ... Read more!
Palais de l’Île in Annecy: A Timeless Treasure by the River
The Palais de l’Île is the first image that comes to my mind when I think of Annecy. Standing proudly in the heart of the old town, this ... Read more!
Annecy Old Town Revealed: The Ultimate Guide for Visitors
Ideally situated between a gorgeous lake and the mountains of the Alps, Annecy Old Town is unforgettable to those who have discovered it. Nicknamed “the Venice of the ... Read more!
Discover the historic Annecy Churches
The Annecy churches are beautiful Catholic sanctuaries found in the old town. In the 1530s, the events of the Reformation propelled Annecy to centre stage in the Catholic ... Read more!
Why you should see the Annecy Lakeshore
The Annecy Lakeshore is one of the most beautiful sites to discover in the French Alps. The stunning setting of the lake front is unforgettable: from the blue-green waters ... Read more!
Gorges of the Fier
The Gorges of the Fier are a spectacular natural wonder on the doorstep of Annecy. Situated at the foot of the medieval castle of Montrottier, the deep, narrow ... Read more!
The most important dates that made Annecy history
Annecy has a long history linked to the strategic position of the city on the route between Geneva and Italy at the northern tip of Lake Annecy. Originally ... Read more!
