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Annecy

Town · Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, 🇫🇷 France
Population 54,145
Area 70 km²
Time zone Europe/Paris
Annecy

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Annecy's Essential Canals and Alpine Charm

Annecy features a network of 12th-century canals centered around the Palais de l'Isle and the Thiou River. The medieval Vieille Ville is dominated by the Château d'Annecy, once the residence of the Counts of Geneva. Along the shores of Lake Annecy, the Jardins de l'Europe and Le Pâquier offer expansive green spaces. Significant religious landmarks include the 16th-century St. Pierre Cathedral and the Baroque Church of St. Francis, reflecting the city's role as a center of the Counter-Reformation.

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Annecy Heritage Sites

Annecy’s heritage spans from prehistoric lakeside settlements to medieval fortifications. This collection features the 12th-century Palais de l'Isle, the fortified Château d'Annecy, and the 16th-century Saint-Pierre Cathedral. It includes significant religious sites like the Baroque Church of Saint Francis and the Gothic Saint Maurice. Industrial and scientific history is represented by the 19th-century national stud farm and the memorial to chemist Claude Louis Berthollet, alongside UNESCO-listed archaeological remains at Le Pâquier.

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Annecy's Religious Heritage

Annecy’s religious landscape is defined by its historic Catholic structures, ranging from the 16th-century Cathedral of Saint-Pierre to the prominent Basilica of the Visitation overlooking the city. These sites showcase diverse architectural styles, including Savoyard Gothic and Baroque influences. Many serve as the final resting places for significant figures like Saint Francis de Sales and Saint Jane de Chantal, reflecting the city's deep-rooted spiritual and historical importance.

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Annecy Parks and Views

Annecy’s lakeside landscape is defined by its expansive green spaces and historical monuments. This collection includes the 7.5-hectare Le Pâquier lawn, the century-old trees of the Gardens of Europe, and the Haras National, a former horse-breeding estate. Visitors can find architectural details like the Fontaine Quiberet and panoramic viewpoints from the Visitation hill. These sites offer a mix of open promenades, memorial squares, and public beaches along the shores of Lake Annecy.

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Climate & when to visit

Best time to visit: July, September

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Typical weather in January

Poor
  • 6° (feels like 2°) · extremes -8°–12°
  • -1° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in February

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 4°) · extremes -10°–15°
  • 0° at night
  • 10 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 2 · low

Typical weather in March

Poor
  • 11° (feels like 8°) · extremes -3°–18°
  • 3° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 8 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in April

Fair
  • 15° (feels like 13°) · extremes 0°–22°
  • 6° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 6 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in May

Good
  • 19° (feels like 18°) · extremes 5°–26°
  • 10° at night
  • 16 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in June

Good
  • 24° · extremes 9°–31°
  • 15° at night
  • 15 rainy days
  • 11 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in July

Great
  • 26° · extremes 11°–33°
  • 16° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 10 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 7 · high

Typical weather in August

Good
  • 26° · extremes 11°–34°
  • 16° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 15 sunny days
  • 9 hours of sunshine per day
  • Comfortable humidity
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 6 · high

Typical weather in September

Great
  • 22° (feels like 21°) · extremes 7°–29°
  • 13° at night
  • 11 rainy days
  • 12 sunny days
  • 7 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 5 · moderate

Typical weather in October

Good
  • 18° (feels like 16°) · extremes 3°–25°
  • 9° at night
  • 12 rainy days
  • 9 sunny days
  • 5 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 3 · moderate

Typical weather in November

Poor
  • 11° (feels like 8°) · extremes -4°–19°
  • 4° at night
  • 14 rainy days
  • 6 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Typical weather in December

Poor
  • 7° (feels like 3°) · extremes -8°–13°
  • 0° at night
  • 13 rainy days
  • 7 sunny days
  • 4 hours of sunshine per day
  • Dry air
  • Calm winds
  • UV index 1 · low

Climate data: NASA POWER (MERRA-2) · 1996–2025

Practical information

Currency
Euro EUR € · Card payments · Widely accepted
Emergency numbers
112
Electricity
Type C / Type E
230 V · 50 Hz
Languages
French
Tap water
Safe to drink
Driving side
Right
Calling code
+33
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Tours & Activities

Palais de l'Isle
Walk
Château d'Annecy
Walk
Lover's Bridge

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