Parks and views in Annecy

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.

Annecy Parks and Views — Map

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Gardens of Europe

A lakeside park featuring over 600 trees, including giant sequoias and ginkgo bilobas planted in the 19th century.

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Haras national d'Annecy

A 19th-century national stud farm formerly used for horse breeding and training, now preserved as a regional heritage site.

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C

Le Pâquier

A 7.5-hectare open green space on the lakefront, originally gifted to the city by the Count of Geneva in the 17th century.

D

Square des Martyrs de la Déportation

A public square and memorial park dedicated to the victims of deportation during World War II.

E

Fontaine

Public fountain located near the historic center.

F

Fontaine Quiberet

Historic public fountain.

G

Plage des Marquisats

A free public grassy beach located on the western shore of the lake, adjacent to the municipal nautical center.

H

Champ de Mars

An expansive lakeside promenade and lawn area used for large public events and festivals.

I

Rose des vents

A scenic viewpoint featuring a compass rose design on the pavement overlooking Lake Annecy.

J

Visitation

An elevated viewpoint near the Basilica of the Visitation offering panoramic views of the city rooftops and the lake.

K

Promenade Cheltenham

A lakeside walking path named in honor of Annecy's twin city, Cheltenham, in England.

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