2016 PRESS KIT TOURIST OFFICE LAKE ANNECY
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NEW CENTRES / ACCOMMODATION
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ANNECY, LAKE AND MOUNTAINS WINTER
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NEW RESTAURANTS & ACTIVITIES/ PRODUCTS
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GETAWAYS
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“UNIQUE” ANNECY
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BUSINESS TOURISM
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MAJOR PROJECTS
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THE LAKE ANNECY AREA IN BRIEF
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ECO-FRIENDLY PROJECTS
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ACCESS/ LOCATION
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1 CRISTAL SPA, Imperial Palace’s New Spa > P. 04
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2 5* 105m² loft for 2 in the old town > P. 04
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4 Musée-Château d'Annecy in 3D > P. 05
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SPORTS EVENTS CULTURAL EVENTS FESTIVE AND INSPIRING EVENTS ANNECY, LAKE AND MOUNTAINS SPRING ANNECY, LAKE AND MOUNTAINS SUMMER ANNECY, LAKE AND MOUNTAINS AUTUMN
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CENTRES ACCOMMODATIONS
RISTAL SPA, C IMPERIAL PALACE’S NEW SPA
After major renovation and decoration work over the last two years, the legendary “Belle époque” hotel is getting a new spa this year: a 600m2 new wellness haven with a minimalist style underlined by raw materials such as wood, stone and glass. The haven of peace is designed by architects Michel Force and Pierre Brunier and designer Marie-Laure Marrel. A swimming pool with a glass bottom and hot tub, sauna, Turkish bath, experience shower with changes in temperature, jet power, aroma and colour. A relaxation area and gym area. Treatments and massages are provided in 6 rooms including a couple’s room to share the experience with your loved one or best friend. Le Cristal Spa works with two French brands: Cinq Mondes for relaxing body and facial treatments and Carita for expert facial and hair treatments. PRICE
20€/room for the whole stay for hotel guests. Also available to people not staying at the hotel: membership or any treatment booking (minimum 50 minutes) MORE INFORMATION
(00 33) (0)4 50 09 31 00 www.hotel-imperialpalace.fr
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* HÔTEL 3 BEAU SITE IN TALLOIRES
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5* 105M² LOFT FOR 2 IN THE OLD TOWN
A contemporary “5*” 105m² loft for two lies along the canal near the shops. The loft is in the Maison Paccard, created by a designer who spent 15 years working for King Hassan II of Morocco. The loft has a terrace with views of Château d’Annecy, the canal and old prisons. It has a private lift which stops in the apartment and a private sauna.
THE BEACH IN THE MOUNTAIN
Corinne and François fell madly in love with this hotel. After 6 months of work which started in October 2015, the new look Hôtel Beau Site has hit the stage. The hotel provides 32 fully renovated rooms including 18 with lake views. The exterior hasn’t been forgotten with a terrace overlooking the lake, a private beach, relaxation and sports areas. A smooth and natural atmosphere reigns with the use of materials such as wood and wicker. Lounge areas and a bright restaurant around the all-day bar make it the perfect place to unwind and tickle your tastebuds. The Lorraine-born chef, Benoit Leyendecker, serves inventive dishes made using fresh produce.
* HÔTEL 2 ALEXANDRA A THEMED HOTEL
The hotel on the edge of the old town has 25 fully renovated rooms to suit any taste. Choose from nature, cinema, loft, bookshop, Charlie Chaplin, Edith Piaf and more. The homewares and decoration whisk guests to another world. A cosy and intimate atmosphere in a family hotel with a warm welcome. PRICE from 69€ MORE INFORMATION
(00 33) (0)4 50 52 84 33 www.hotelannecy-alexandra.fr
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Alexandra and Michel Montant (00 33) (0)4 50 60 0264 www.visionluxe.com
Hotel boat, electric bikes, tennis, play area, extensive grounds, private beach, themed wellness days. PRICE
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3* HÔTEL CATALPA CAROLINE LEGUIDE, NEW OWNER
The 3-storey hotel’s 46 rooms have been fully renovated with a modern design. The multi-stage project will be complete in early June 2016. L’Assiette Rouge restaurant, overseen by Chef Fabien Corboz (24 years of experience), serves crêpes with a twist pairing organic food and delicious ingredients. Opposite the Impérial Palace and casino, 15-minute walk from central Annecy. PRICE From 74€
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L’ESQUISSE GETS A MICHELIN STAR 38 year old chef Stéphane Dattrino, Laurent Petit’s former sous chef at Le Clos des Sens, was awarded a Michelin star by the guide in February 2016. He and his wife and business partner Magali work every day to tantalise the taste buds in their restaurant’s 20 covers that’s been on Rue Royale since 2011. Their motto: don’t change anything! OPENING
Restaurant open daily: 12.15pm-1.15pm and 7.30pm-9pm exc. Wednesday and Sunday). MORE INFORMATION
(00 33) (0)4 50 44 80 59 www.esquisse-annecy.fr
ACTIVITIES PRODUCTS
L’AUBERGE DU LAC
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The waterfront eatery with the Bauges Mountains in the background has had a makeover. Its low-key and warm style puts the focus onto regional dishes and local produce such as crayfish ice cream and seasonal snails. MORE INFORMATION
(00 33) (0)4 50 60 10 15 aubergedulac.pagespersoorange.fr ATELIER RESTO
GREEN BY LAURENCE
After opening his “Cuisine Originelle” training centre, Laurence Salomon, the pioneer of “tasty, pretty and healthy”, has created specialities including green bowls, green burgers and green falafels. Open for brunch, lunch and afternoon tea. Fast food without the guilt. MORE INFORMATION
(00 33) (0)4 50 51 61 90 2 Promenade Louis Lachenal
MUSÉE CHÂTEAU D'ANNECY IN 3D
Visitors can explore 3 iconic sites in Château d'Annecy as they were in the Middle Ages: Salle des Colonnes, Grande Salle and Salle des Beaux-Arts. Interactive 3D views of the rooms bring the château back to life. Soak up Medieval everyday life: boisterous banquets, evening light on the window seat, cosy atmosphere in the bedroom. Fifty period items that you can touch onscreen shed light on everyday life and art in the Middle Ages. The app will launch at the same time as the “Les Vies de Châteaux” exhibition at Musée-Château d'Annecy June 3rd-September 18th 2016. Free app, available on Android smartphones and tablets.
APÉRO-GOLF LAKE Lake Annecy Golf Club CRUISE DUO and its Le Mulligan IN SAVOIE restaurant host an “ApéroGolf” every Thursday with MONT BLANC a 1 hour lesson followed by a cocktail tasting. This is the chance for novices and regulars to perfect their swing and have fun in the run-up to the weekend.
Savoie and Haute-Savoie have joined forces to take visitors around Lake Annecy and Lake Bourget with a combi ticket.
4-8 people, bookings at 6.30pm.
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(00 33) (0)4 50 60 12 89 www.golf-lacannecy.com
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Lake Annecy Boat Company (00 33) (0)4 50 51 08 40 www.annecy-croisieres.com
As well as its spa and facilities, Les Trésoms Hotel and Restaurant overlooking Annecy Bay now has a 6-hole 80m² putting green for a team of up to 10 players.
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20€, ticket valid for two hour-long cruises.
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THE YEAR’S BIG EVENTS
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MAXI RACE 6TH EVENT OF ITS KIND International Lake Annecy Trek. Over 6000 runners from 40 countries take on a challenging and technical route for 85km with a 5200m difference in altitude on the peaks around the lake. 7 race categories available to suit any athlete. MORE INFORMATION
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SEVRIER WATER SPORTS FESTIVAL
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This annual festival gives the general public the chance to find out about water activities and sports with equipment trials and demos. Everyone’s welcome be they beginners or experts, young or old, athletes or novices. The festival is also hosted on the same day in Thonon-les-Bains and Aix-les-Bains. The event is followed by the "Sevrier Boat Show", the biggest water sports fair devoted to wakeboarding, wake-surfing and water-skiing on June 17th, 18th and 19th . MORE INFORMATION
(00 33) (0)4 50 19 01 32 www.sevrier.fr
CORPORATE GAMES, 4TH EVENT OF ITS KIND
26/06
INTERNATIONAL TRIATHLON, 29TH EVENT OF ITS KIND
France’s biggest inter-company multi-sports challenge in Lake Annecy. 4000 entrants, 130 companies in Annecy le Vieux for 3 days of inter-company sporting challenges. On the agenda: beach volleyball, climbing, dragon boat, bowling, football, mountain biking, tennis, golf, basketball etc.
On the agenda: swim in some of Europe’s purest water (1500m), cycle through the Bauges Regional Nature Park (40km) with fabulous lake views and run in central Annecy from the Impérial Palace to Pont des Amours (10km).
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(00 33) (0)9 83 29 82 73 www.corporate-games.fr
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ICELAND TEAM IN ANNECY FOR UEFA EURO 2016 Annecy will be the base camp for the Iceland football team and its staff for the UEFA Euro 2016 held in France between June 10th and July 10th. Some training sessions will be open to the public at Albigny sports centre in Annecy-le-Vieux and the team are staying at Les Trésoms Hotel.
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LAKE SWIM, 85TH EVENT OF ITS KIND Athletes have a choice of 4 races (500m-5000m) to get a personal best or overcome a challenge. New this year: 10km. (Shortlisted, max. 20 swimmers). Hundreds of entrants attend each event.
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WORLD ACROBATIC PARAGLIDING CHAMPIONSHIPS
RED BULL ELEMENTS, 6TH EVENT OF ITS KIND
Lake Annecy, the 4th best spot in the world, will set the scene for the solo and synchro world acrobatic paragliding championships. Almost 60 competitors from all over the world will enter the competition. French athletes are among the world’s elite. Take-off: Montmin-La Forclaz and spectacular landing on a barge opposite Doussard Beach.
Spectacular relay race with 4 sports: rowing, trail-running, paragliding and mountain biking on a challenging 50km route. On the banks of Lake Annecy in Talloires, in the sky and on the side of La Tournette, 70 teams will compete in 12km rowing, 11km trail-running with a 1900m difference in altitude, 1 hr paragliding and 25km cycling events.
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SOSH BIG AIR Annecy will host the first Sosh Big Air in the center of town with lake Annecy in the background. The Sosh Big Air will feature a 42 meters snow ramp (same height as the Statue of Liberty). Athletes from around the world, including Olympic, World Champions and multiple X Games medalist, will compete in a unique innovative and interactive format. This event promises to kick off the winter season in the right way.
www.wpac-annecy-2016.com
TOUR DE FRANCE STAGE THROUGH TALLOIRES Competitors will go through Talloires-Montmin, ride by and over the lake before taking on Col de la Forclaz/Montmin for the 19th and penultimate stage between Albertville and Saint-Gervais to Faverges.
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ALPSMAN: LAKE ANNECY IRON The Iron Man-based event sets sail from Saint-Jorioz and officially starts at 6am from a boat in the middle of the lake. 500 entrants will compete in 3 extreme sports: 3,8km swim/180km bike ride/42km195 race. Midnight time limit. MORE INFORMATION www.alps-man.com
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4/06 TO 2/10
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AES + F: MUNDUS INVERSO,
TALLOIRES BOOK FAIR, 6TH EVENT OF ITS KIND
THE WORLD UPSIDE-DOWN
The best writers in the bay attend the annual literary event. On the agenda: bookworm heaven for a weekend with 30 authors and 7 literature journalists hosting conferences. Book signings, conference schedule, themed author talks, literary cafés outdoor book readings, bookshop. This year’s guests include: Bernard Pivot, Michel Field, Eve de Castro and Jean Michel Ribes. Free and open to everyone to encourage the general public to take an interest in literature.
The 1st presentation in France after the Venice Biennale. This video installation represents the world upside down. Using prints as references from the XVI century, featuring scenes where the relationships between the characters are reversed and showing demons, chimeras and flying fish. AES + F used these absurd carnivalistic scenes of the Middle Ages as episodes of contemporary life. The AES + F group, are four Russian international renown artists of architecture, design, fashion, illustration and animation. 30 minutes of film - From Wednesday to Sunday, from 14h to 19h - Haras d'Annecy.
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LES PONTONS FLINGUEURS, 5TH EVENT OF ITS KIND A must-visit event for crime fiction fans attended by twenty of the best current authors. On the agenda: book readings, film screenings, crime fiction fair, “Questions about a crime novel” game and organisers take visitors on a boat ride with literary, foodie and musical stops.
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INTERNATIONAL ANIMATED FILM FESTIVAL, 40TH EVENT OF ITS KIND This festival is the world leader in animated film and screens the latest animated movies in Annecy, the animated film capital. People from all over the world flock here to crown the best animated film of the year and bestow countless awards. 2016’s Annecy Festival pays tribute to French animation which stands out for its diversity, energy and ambition. In figures: 115,000 entries, 8250 accredited, 230 films shortlisted from 2600, 500 screened, 26 awards, 83 countries represented, 9 screening rooms, 4 outdoor screens.
Several venues will have screenings between 10am and 11pm. A film will be shown on the giant screen on Le Pâquier every night at 10.15pm (free entry). There’s also the MIFA market where buyers, distributors and investors from all over the world come to watch, sell or buy the latest films. MORE INFORMATION
(00 33) (0)4 50 10 09 00 www.annecy.org
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ANNECY CLASSIC FESTIVAL, 7TH EVENT OF ITS KIND
COUP DE THEATRE HIGH FIVE FESTIVAL, FESTIVAL TH For fans of freeskiing, culture 5 EVENT and lifestyle. OF ITS KIND This festival kicks off the ski season
This is one of the biggest classical music festivals hosting concerts in some of the town’s best historical sites for festival-goers from all over the world. Sponsored by its patron Andrey Cheglakov and his AVC Charity. Last year, the Festival brought together 10,100 festival-goers, 375 artists, 101 participants in the Annecy Campus Orchestra 2015, 46 choristers from the vocal workshop, 9 pianists in the Masterclass, 14 concerts in venues and 5 concerts in the streets of Annecy. Amazing guests but concerts open to all.
“An interactive festival to strengthen social ties”. With the wonderful Jean Rochefort as its patron, the professional theatre festival is organised by a voluntary production team and you pay what you want. 85% of the festival budget comes from Savoie business sponsors. Everyone gives what they can to make up the rest! Over 6000 spectators every year in 5 towns, 15 venues, 7 days and 2 performances every time by 60 professional actors. The theatre and musicians hop on board their “Camioguinguette” to reach every part of town, the best fringe in Avignon.
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and attracts the best international skiers to show off their freestyle and freeride skills. 28 000 persons in 2015 On the agenda: 50 freeski films, pro-rider and producer events, book signings, entertainment, brand village, parties etc. MORE INFORMATION
(00 33) (0)4 50 44 58 75 www.highfive-festival.com
Organised by Bonlieu Scène Nationale, the Annecy Italian Cinema and Annecy Spanish Cinema festivals are coming to town to treat film fans to previews, unique events and new films. Two weeks of cinema to the beat of our Latin neighbours. Annecy Italian Cinema: September 21st-27th 2016 Annecy Spanish Cinema: September 26th-October 2nd 2016 MORE INFORMATION
(00 33) (0)4 50 33 44 00 www.bonlieu-annecy.com
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IN 2016, SEPTEMBER IS FILM MONTH IN ANNECY
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LAKE FESTIVAL
FIFTY ARTISTS IN THE TOWN
Albigny Bay sets the scene for Europe’s biggest fireworks show and this year will bring to life the biggest cinema in the world for one night only: “Spotlight on the 7th art”. 70 minutes created by pyrotechnician Ruggieri with music, light and water… Inspired by the 1860’s great “Venetian” festival in honour of Napoleon III’s visit, this event returns every year with new firework techniques and creators of emotion. Almost 200,000 spectators flock to the banks of the lake to attend this amazing event.
The new mid-summer cultural event from Bonlieu Scène Nationale shows another side to the landscape with art installations dotted all over town. Thirteen temporary installations pop up in town and see it through fresh eyes, floating along the Thiou, blossoming in the stud farm or playing with plants. Fun and festivities are on the agenda with 4 parties, street shows and other musical surprises from the launch “La Grande Balade” on July 9th to the closing party on July 23rd. An adventure for poets young and old, fans of simple pleasures and anyone who wants to see another side to the world and Annecy. Free /day and night
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THE PYROCONCERT, 20TH EVENT OF ITS KIND
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CHRISTMAS IN THE ALPS
Flocks come back down from their summer pastures in early autumn and their return to the valley has been symbolised and celebrated by this event since the Middle Ages. On the second Saturday of October, the streets of Annecy are filled with artisans, age-old crafts, folklore groups with traditional instruments and regional producers. The region’s locals always come here to celebrate the arrival of autumn their way.
To end the year on a high, Annecy puts on its Christmas attire for visitors: illuminations, entertainment for all ages, concerts, nativities, Christmas markets, skating rink and tourist train. This is a great way to see Annecy in another light in a warm and social setting with fabulous views of the lake and snow-capped mountains.
Music and fireworks show, 9pm-11pm, Talloires Bay. The Pyroconcert is a show that awakens all the senses: sight, smell, hearing and even taste for those who sip a cocktail on the night. To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Pyroconcert, Fêtes et Feux and the town of Talloires-Montmin have decided to pay tribute to Queen with Cover Queen performing “We are the Champions”, “Bohemian Rhapsody”, “I want to break free” and more. The event brings live music in an untouched setting together with pyrotechnic and light effects illuminating Talloires Bay. Directed by Jean Eric Ougier, lighting and fireworks specialist. TICKETS
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(00 33) (0)4 50 46 87 91 annecytraditions.free.fr
19€ and 59 €
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(00 33) (0)4 50 33 88 88 www.annecy.fr
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AFTER THE CHRISTMAS FESTIVITIES AND MARKET FRENZY, THE TOWN WRAPS UP WARM AS IT WAITS FOR SPRING TO RETURN: A WONDERFUL TIME TO EXPLORE THE NATURAL AND BUILT HERITAGE IN THIS LAKESIDE AREA AND SOAK UP THE UNIQUE ATMOSPHERE OF ANNECY OLD TOWN ON A STROLL.
heritage), Château-Museum with its temporary exhibitions and the Alpine Lakes Regional Observatory, the Paccard bell foundry and museum, Annecy Lake eco-museum, La Turbine science centre, the permanent exhibition about animated films and the art and history conservatory. Guided tours are available all year round. Visitors can see every side to the town founded in the Middle Ages with their guide.
Annecy and the lake bear the marks of their long and complex growth. For example, the 12th century Palais de l’Ile and the châteaux on the Route des Ducs de Savoie: Annecy, Menthon-Saint-Bernard, Montrottier and more. There are lots of exhibition sites to learn its history or get to grips with local and regional culture: Palais de l’Ile and its visitor centre (architecture and
• 120TH ANNIVERSARY OF FRENCH ARTIST PAUL CEZANNE’S VISIT
Annecy Lake is renowned as Cezanne’s third favourite site. • 220 YEARS OF BELL-MAKING HISTORY AT THE PACCARD FOUNDRY
The Paccard foundry has made over 120,000 bells in just over two centuries. The institution now sits on the banks of Lake Annecy in Sevrier and sells its bells all over the world. • 1000TH ANNIVERSARY OF TALLOIRES ABBEY
Part of the site is listed as a Monument Historique.
ANNECY, LAKE AND MOUNTAINS IN THE 4 SEASONS UNMISSABLE THIS SEASON
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Try one (or several) of the 45 ice cream flavours made at Glacier des Alpes in the old town. The ice cream shop was founded over 35 years ago and is in TripAdvisor’s “Top Ten Ice Cream Shops in France 2015”.
THE LOCATION, TOPOGRAPHY AND CLIMATE MAKE THE AREA AROUND LAKE ANNECY A MUST-VISIT SITE FOR OUTDOORS SPORTS.
lake with a daily focus on the water, renowned as the purest in Europe, thanks to protective projects that have been going on for over 50 years. The lake’s temperature in summer is between 20 and 24°C and its 12 beaches make it the ultimate playground for water sports.
UTDOOR SPORTS MADE IN FRANCE
A natural tendency to get outdoors: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking, wakeboarding, kitesurfing, skateboarding, rowing, stand-up paddling, windsurfing, sky diving, cycling, running, climbing, hiking, water-skiing, diving, sailing, via ferrata, canyoning and more. Col de la Forclaz is one of the best places to try your hand at paragliding.
The cycle path is one of the most visited in France with 4700 bike rides on average in summer and up to 8200 in the peaks. Cyclists, walkers, rollerbladers and electric bike riders flock to the 40km green path.
As well as its natural assets, full preservation work goes into the
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AUTUMN SUNSHINE AND BEACHES MAKE WAY FOR BACK-TO-SCHOOL SHOPPING IN OCTOBER. THIS IS THE PERFECT TIME TO STOCK UP ON SUPPLIES AND LEARN FROM LOCAL EXPERTISE IN THE SHOPS AND DESIGNER MARKETS.
The partly pedestrian old town is bursting with canals and teeming with shops, restaurants, cafés and the market (Tuesday, Friday and Sunday). If you’re looking for new design ideas, treat yourself to something special from the jewellery workshops, grab a bargain gament or accessory from the flea market
or unearth a new painting from the art market. The local designers reflect Annecy’s signature “art de vivre”.
WELLNESS It’s also a great time to pamper yourself before winter sets in. Head for the Spa des Trésoms for themed seasonal treatments and the special September/October “Indian summer” (scrub and massage).
Must-visit streets: Rue Royale, Rue Vaugelas, Rue Sommellier and Rue Carnot. Faubourg des Annonciades for designers.
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ANNECY, LAKE AND MOUNTAINS IN THE 4 SEASONS WINTER
IN CASE OF ADVERSE WEATHER A new activity is launching on Lake Annecy: the Live Escape Game. The concept: Locked in room with a team of 2-6 players, entrants have 1 hour to escape by solving a series of riddles. No particular physical skills or knowledge are required. What’s key is searching, observation, logic and teamwork. Try it for yourselves with family, friends or workmates.
THERE ARE TWO NEW SERVICE PROVIDERS IN ANNECY EACH WITH TWO ROOMS:
• Secret Room : early 20th century London and the Wild West • L'atelier des énigmes : treasure hunt in a fishing hut and help a group of scientists dispose of a bomb MORE INFORMATION:
www.secretroom.fr or www.latelierdesenigmes.fr
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FROM AUTUMN, IT’S TIME TO KEEP AN EYE OUT FOR THE FIRST SNOWFALL ON LA TOURNETTE, 2351M. 5 SKI RESORTS ARE UNDER AN HOUR FROM TOWN: THE BEST OF BOTH THE LAKE AND MOUNTAINS.
WINTER SPORTS
Just minutes from the lake you’ll find the Massif des Aravis (La Clusaz, Le Grand Bornand, Manigod, St Jean de Sixt), Le Semnoz and La Sambuy with a range of activities on different mountain sites: alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, showshoeing, snowboarding, dog sledding, jack jumping and more.
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“FROM THE WATERFRONT BARS TO THE MICHELIN STARRED RESTAURANTS,” FROM CLASSIC SAVOIE MOUNTAIN FARE TO LAKE FISH DISHES”.
Regional specialities are imbued with both mountain traditions and the growth of tourism over the last 150 years: here you’ll find traditional mountain produce alongside fine dining served by 5 Michelin-starred chefs. The best-known local products
A MUST-DO HIKE: LA TOURNETTE (2351M)
La Tournette appeals to people who love great views, adrenalin junkies, flower fans and nature lovers. The peak is popular with visitors, especially on Sundays in
are cheeses such as Reblochon, Abondance and Tome des Bauges. The lake has its own treasures with fine fish such as fera, perch and char. Here’s another mouth-watering speciality: chocolates, particularly the famous “roseaux du Lac” infused with coffee for purists. The area grows wonderful wine, particularly white wine from Apremont (Chambéry) and Roussette (Combe de Savoie and Pays de Seyssel).
autumn when the light shines on half of the French Alps from Mont Blanc to La Meije or the Pointe Percée to Mont Aiguille. 29 walks around Lake Annecy are listed and available from all the information centres.
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Location: Bornes Mountains, above Lake Annecy Start point: Les Prés Ronds (1216m) or Col de l’Aulp (1424m) Duration: 3 hour ascent, 2 hour descent Difference in altitude: 927m Difficulties: Relatively exposed paths, ledges with nothing next to them Accommodation: Refuge de Rosairy (Montremont, Thônes side)
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A NIGHT IN THE PRIORY AT THE 4* TALLOIRES ABBEY
A NIGHT ON THE CLIFF FACE ABOVE THE LAKE
CYCLE ON THE WATER
ALPINE CAMPERVAN RIDE
The "waterfront" hotel is surrounded by nature and the building blends old world charm with contemporary design. One room has remained untouched and been listed as a Monument Historique. The relic dates back to the 17th century with original paintings of the Apostles and parquet flooring. Time seems to stand still in this room giving it a mystical and mysterious feel. The secret corridor running to the Abbey’s Chapel makes the historical site feel even more real. Unique feature of this construction period: tons of sand between each floor acting as fire screens.
Taking unique to the max! A leisurely walk through the forest on a hiking trail, an easy abseil to set foot on a wide and comfortable ledge for dinner as you watch the sun set over Annecy and the lake. Clients set up the hanging bed and settle onto the cliff face in a portaledge for a night under the stars. Duration: 2 days, suitable for children aged 10 and over (2-8 participants) “Adrenalin-pumping” package available.
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You’ll be able to literally ride the waves from June 15th with this US import: the Schiller Bike. The bike launches from Plage d’Albigny and brings you a new bond with the water, a new sense of escape and peace when you set sail. Activity available to children subject to terms. Bookings by phone or online only. PRICE
20€ per ½ hour and 30€ per hour MORE INFORMATION
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GROUP PRICE
from 35€
MORE INFORMATION
PRICE
(00 33) (0)6 61 49 25 64 www.combi-des-alpes.com
225€ per person + meal 29€ (00 33) (0)6 72 34 88 37 www.inax-aventure.com
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Hop on board the legendary Combi VW to explore Annecy, its lake and mountains. 100 % vintage and social. A range of outings are available: cellar tour, artisan brewery tour, paddle-boarding lesson, local produce tasting and more. Combi “Camper” vans available to hire or you can go on a guided tour in a 1969 Combi. Max. 15 people. Open: May-October.
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NEW EXHIBITION AND CONFERENCE CENTRE
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BETWEEN LAKE AND MOUNTAINS, CITY IDEAL FOR BUSINESS TOURISM Business tourism is an integral part of Lake Annecy’s tourism and, perhaps surprisingly, it is older than regular tourism. In France, it accounts for 8.5 billion euros in economic benefits, 300,000 jobs and 107 million
euros in Annecy. The Rhône-Alpes region ranks 3 in business tourism and Annecy comes 2nd after Lyon. The Lac Annecy Congrès brand, part of Tourist Information, has two main goals: to promote and organise business events. rd
BUSINESS TOURISM BUSINESS TOURISM TODAY IN THE ANNECY AREA of 2
days
The building on the Albigny peninsula is inspired by the area’s geography and designed by the Snøhetta firm. It takes inspiration from the area’s iconic elements: water, light, landscape. 2/3 of the Conference Centre is buried in the ground so it follows the hill’s curves
50 events
A conference lasts an average
in economic benefits every year
A NEW “BUSINESS TOURISM” CENTRE TO BOOST THE AREAS AMBITION TO REACH WORLDWIDE.
Peak periods:
for 50% in economic benefits compared with regular tourism
5 public spaces
40 private centres
An average of
450-100 guides for 400 conference attendees
61,000 overnight
2 3
30 minutes from Geneva Airport
stays in 2015 (13% rise compared to 2014)
Lake Annecy is specialised in conferences:
medical, science and sports
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Provide an additional
40 millions
in economic benefits Total cost of the project:
Create 400
54 millions
extra jobs
euros
SCHEDULE
2016
Administrative and technical development
OTHER MAJOR PROJECTS
a year on average with over 120 attendees
April, May, June, September, October, November Business tourism accounts
without affecting views of the lake. Access to the wooden green roof is a key part of the project as the panoramic terrace design meets the drive to provide a public area that anyone can visit, just like a balcony over the lake. The Centre will provide a full and versatile service with its modular 10,000m² space that has an exhibition space, 800-seater auditorium, modular function rooms and a panoramic restaurant. These new facilities will complement the Imperial Palace’s 5600m² conference centre founded in 1988.
From 2017 Project launch
2019
Project completion
MAJOR PROJECTS
IN FIGURES
107 millions
There’s bags of corporate energy in the Annecy area with leading companies in their sector, networks of excellence, business clusters and university and research centres. What became apparent is that the area lacked the capacity and exhibition space to host trade fairs. The new Exhibition and Conference Centre will help meet the needs and changes of the market and
IN FIGURES enable the Annecy area to keep its appeal in the industry.
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UNROLL A FULL AND SECURE CYCLE PATH AROUND THE LAKE
EXTEND THE PEDESTRIAN ZONE IN ANNECY OLD TOWN
In addition to the Green Path along the lake between Annecy and Doussard, Haute-Savoie Council and SILA (Lake Annecy Union) have designed a cycle path between Annecy-le-Vieux and Doussard. The project aims to boost tourism in the lake area and leisure services for locals as well as encourage green modes of transport. The path will come full circle by 2020.
The old town streets were getting traffic that was totally unsuitable for them and will now be far more pleasant for all the pedestrians visiting the area. Work will be conducted in several stages from early April to late November 2016. Work will be suspended during summer 2016. The final stage setting up Rue Filaterie is scheduled for 2017.
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BUILD THE TRÉSUMS SITE 3
The urban landscaping project to renovate the former hospital into a residential area is called “L’AvantScène - Annecy Tresums” and owes its name to its great lakeside location at the foot of the Bauges Mountains. The seven plots of two or three buildings will stretch to the heart of a leafy 6 hectare park and will be arranged in several levels to link the lake to the ledge. In addition to the planned 632 lodgings, the site will have an old people’s home with 109 rooms, a hotel with 110 rooms and a large 2ha public park. The first deliveries are expected by the end of 2017. “L’Avant-Scène - Annecy Trésums” is designed by Christian de Portzamparc, French architect and urban planner.
THE LAKE ANNECY AREA IN BRIEF THE LAKE
COMMUNAUTÉ DE L’AGGLOMÉRATION D’ANNECY ANNECY
DID YOU KNOW?
26,53km2 Length: 14,6km Width: 0,8-3,2km Bank length: 40km Altitude: 446,97m Average depth: 41m Maximum depth: 65m 3 Water volume: 1 124 500 000m Surface area:
ANNECY
The 3.5km long Thiou, the town’s only natural canal, is also the shortest river in France
“FLEUR D’OR” ACCREDITED The term “Pâquier” (esplanade of over 7 hectares by the lake) comes from “Paquîs”, meaning pastureland, as Pâquier used to be filled with marshes and reed beds
Palais de l’Ile
was a court, prison and coin mint
Just 9 towns have been awarded the 6-year accreditation since August 2015. It recognises the quality of flowers and the town’s environmental projects.
The association founded in 2010 has over 250 brands promoting the area, sports, sustainable development and innovation.
2,7 million
total number of visitors to Lake Annecy every year
19,388
70% French and 30% foreign (UK, Holland, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany)
tourist beds
“SPORT AND OUTDOORS RUN THROUGH THE AREA’S VEINS”
“HAUTE-SAVOIE IS TO SKI SPORTS WHAT PARIS IS TO HAUTE COUTURE: AN INTERNATIONAL MUST”
“LAKE ANNECY, A GEM SURROUNDED BY MOUNTAINS”
Recognition of exemplary environmental quality.
“A CAPITAL OF THE OUTDOORS INDUSTRY”
“A CLEAN AND HEALTHY IMAGE, JUST LIKE THE LAKE”
“A CALIFORNIAN TOWN”
VEYRIER BEACH AND ST JORIOZ BEACH ON THE LAKE
PAVILLON BLEU ACCREDITED
INSTEAD OF WRITING AN INTRODUCTION, WE’VE DECIDED TO USE QUOTES FROM DESTINATION AMBASSADORS, HOLIDAYMAKERS, TOURISM PROFESSIONALS, BLOGGERS AND MORE:
“THE OLD TOWN GIVES IT THE PICTURESQUE ASPECT THAT MAKES IT THE “VENICE OF THE ALPS”.
“ANNECY IS ONE OF 3 OR 4 WORLD-FAMOUS PARAGLIDING SITES”
SEVRIER
“FRANCE STATION NAUTIQUE” ACCREDITED 38 French sea resorts have the accreditation. Sea resorts fuel entertainment and sustainable development in water sports for sporting and tourist purposes.
It recognises the work of local politicians and councillors to promote free sports and exercise.
RESTAURANTS
LE CLOS-MARCEL AND LE REST’O DE LA PLAGE
“MAÎTRERESTAURATEUR”
“CLEF VERTE” ACCREDITED
24 have been awarded the title “MaîtreRestaurateur” from the Haute-Savoie prefecture . A passion for cooking based on raw and usually fresh produce incorporating short supply chains.
For its commitment to a successful, consistent and exciting environmental policy.
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PLAGE DE SAINT-JORIOZ
TOURISME ET HANDICAP ACCREDITATION St Jorioz beach is recognised for their disabledfriendly facilities. The beach has a wheelchair access ramp to the sea and water wheelchairs.
MARQUE QUALITÉ TOURISME Many hotels, campsites, restaurants received this brand, in particular the Lake Annecy Tourist office. This recognition is guaranteed by State, commits institutions to provide a warm, careful and personalized welcome.
“CLOSE TO GENEVA AND ITS INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT”
LEGEND HAS IT THAT WHEN GOD FINISHED PAINTING THE SKY, HE RINSED HIS BRUSHES IN LAKE ANNECY 2016 Press Kit
Annecy is part of the national network of 181 “Towns and Areas of Art and History”. The accreditation recognises quality heritage and a drive to build architecture and heritage-based projects. It approves Ministry of Cultureaccredited tour guides’ skills.
ACCREDITATIONS IN THE AREA
VISITORS
OUTDOOR SPORT VALLEY (OSV)
“VILLE LUDIQUE ET SPORTIVE” ACCREDITED SINCE NOVEMBER 2013
VILLES ET PAYS D’ART ET HISTOIRE” ACCREDITED
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BY PLANE International Airports served by numerous regular and low-cost airlines.
BY ROAD
GENÈVE : 44KM FROM ANNECY
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INFOS : (+41) 22 717 71 11 - www.gva.ch Direct coach connection in 1 hour from Geneva to Annecy. • Transdev Tel: +33 (0)4 50 51 08 51 transdevhautesavoie.com
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LYON - SAINT-EXUPÉRY : 125 KM FROM ANNECY
ECO-FRIENDLY PROJECTS TRÉSOMS HOTEL: A PRO-BIODIVERSITY COMMUNITY 1
800,000 bees got sponsors when they moved to the Trésoms hive. It enables 10 local businesses to do something for the environment by sponsoring a hive in a tree in the hotel’s grounds to encourage biodiversity in the surrounding area. Partners and clients can take part in hive life, the harvest and enjoying “floral” honey.
THE BETTER BOTTLE PROJECT 2
A CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN WAS LAUNCHED BY A YOUNG COUPLE WHO LOVE NATURE AND THE “VENICE OF THE ALPS” TO HELP PROTECT IT, ESPECIALLY IN THE SUMMER WHEN VISITOR NUMBERS ARE AT THEIR PEAK.
Given that the lake water is what the 140,000 people living in the Annecy area drink, the idea is to give out reusable glass bottles for free to reduce the use of plastic bottles. The bottles can be filled at the many water fountains throughout Annecy. The bottles come with a specially designed map. The team also gives up their time to clean up the lake banks.
(00 33) (0) 4 56 20 30 63 www.betterbottleproject.com
MOTORWAY A40
LDIRECT ANNECY-PARIS TGV LINE
30km from Annecy to Paris via Bourg en Bresse. MOTORWAY A41
Direct from Annecy to Geneva (30km).
ACCESS & LOCATION
CYCLING, ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORT IN ANNECY
LONDRES
The silent weapon in the ecological revolution: for the health of humanity and the planet, to decongest towns, make them nicer and the air cleaner. Vintage bikes may have taken over the cityscape but cycling is definitely back in fashion and Annecy has several projects to encourage it:
LONDON
CALAIS
IRLANDE
BRUXELLES
LILLE
ROYAUME-UNI PAYS-BAS ALLEMAGNE
LAC D’ANNECY MASSIF DES ARAVIS
• 33km of lanes and 7km of cycle paths
AUTRICHE
STRASBOURG A 40
GENÈVE
DIJON
LA ROCHELLE
PORTUGAL
• Bike-friendly pedestrian streets
Orly
Vers Paris, Dijon, Lyon, Strasbourg
FRANCE SUISSE
Roissy Ch.de Gaullle
PARIS
BELGIQUE
St-Exupéry
LYON
ITALIE ESPAGNE
ZURICH
GENÈVE
Aéroport international Genève
• A hundred bike parking areas including 1952 spaces near all the visitor sites
ANNECY
GRENOBLE A 41
TURIN TORINO
RN 201
TOULOUSE
NICE
MARSEILLE
LONDRES
La pointe Percée
RN 203
PERPIGNAN
LONDON
CALAIS
Plateau des Glières
PARIS
ANNECY
Roissy Ch.de Gaullle Orly
DIJON
LA ROCHELLE
VEYRIER
STRASBOURG
St-Exupéry
LYON
Le Semnoz
ZURICH
GENÈVE
SEVRIER
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Massif de l’Aiguille
THÔNES
MENTHON ST-BERNARD TALLOIRES
MANIGOD Mont-Charvin
La Tournette
ANNECY Tunnel du Frégus
BORDEAUX
GRENOBLE
TURIN
FAVERGES
TORINO
NICE MARSEILLE
AIX-LES-BAINS
PERPIGNAN
La Sambuy
Vers Chambéry, Lyon, Grenoble
Vers Chambéry, Lyon, Grenoble
RN 508
ALBERTVILLE A 43
Vers Turin, Milan
PHOTOS CREDITS : Tristan SHU / Ludovic DI ORIO / Semaphore LEROY / L’ESQUISSE / Annick WETTER / Hôtel Beau-Site / G. PIEL / Auberge du lac Veyrier / Alexandre KAUDER, Studio K / D.IKET / OT Lac Annecy / Corporate Games / Nicolas KOSICA / Philippe PERIE / Stéphane CANDE / Magalli BROTHIER / Inax aventure / Combi des Alpes / Abbaye de Talloires / SAMETT / Agence TEXTO / ACF Yannick PERRIN / Pierre VALLET / High Five / Benjamin DELERUE / F. CAVAZZANA / A. DRIANCOURT / Aliouelhadj SAID / VOISIN / HACKER / C. BAUDOT GENÈVE E COM / D.LAFON / MAX / Gille LANSARD / Thimothee NALET / CESC / GOLEM / Mairie ANNECY / Better Bottle Project / Istock Malerapaso / Tinkstock Karelnoppe / Tinkstock Tschon. A 40
Vers Paris, Dijon, Lyon, Strasbourg
A 43
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LA CLUSAZ
Vers Chamonix, Tunnel du Mont-Blanc, Milan
ST-JORIOZ
Aéroport international Genève
Tunnel du Mont-Blanc
TOULOUSE
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ST-JEAN-DE-SIXT
Le mont-Lachat
The update of pedestrian zones (see p.19 Major Projects) will also encourage cycling.
LE GRAND BORNAND
BRUXELLES
LILLE
drinking water fountains there are in the Annecy area. They’re listed on a map that you can download from the town’s website www.annecy.fr (tab: Services-Download map)
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Tunnel du Mont-Blanc
Tunnel du Frégus
BORDEAUX
• Meeting points for cars, bikes and pedestrians (max. 20km/h)
103, that’s how many
Direct from Annecy to Chambéry/Lyon/Grenoble.
BY TRAIN Direct (3h40) - 5 to 7 times a day. Coach connections. • Cars Crolard, bus station Tel: +33 (0)4 50 02 00 11
INFOS: 0826 800 826 www.lyonaeroports.com
• Standard contraflow lanes for bikes in 30km/h one-way streets for cars
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A 41
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