Annecy Audio Guided Walking Tour 1h and 20 audio reviews

Overview

Annecy, nicknamed the Venice of the Alps, invites you to discover its treasures in one day. Walk the charming medieval streets, admire the island's famous Palace, and stroll along the picturesque canals. Don't miss Lake Annecy, famous for its purity, and the gardens of Europe for a break from nature. With a 2 km route, this itinerary immerses you in the history and beauty of this Alpine city, perfect for lovers of culture and breathtaking scenery. - Explore 20 must-see sites in Annecy in one day - Admire Lake Annecy, one of the purest in Europe - Enjoy a 2 km walking route through the historic center - Ideal for lovers of culture and nature

Itinerary

1. Le Pâquier d'Annecy

   The huge expanse of grass you see on the other side of the canal is none other than the Passover. Its real name is the Mars field, but the Annecians still call it the Paquier, which means Pasture and recalls that space was once located outside the city

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2. Pont des Amours

   We arrive at the Pont des Amours. Another symbolic place of the city. The bridge offers breathtaking views of the lake and Swan Island. His romantic name actually has a double meaning.

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3. Jardins de l'Europe

   It’s time for you to reconnect with the surrounding beauty and enjoy your walk along the gardens of Europe. This English park has changed a lot. In medieval times, it housed what were called “health huts” installed on small islands lost in the middle of the swamps.

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4. This strange sundial, from its original name, the Gnomon of Brother Arsène, is a 7-pointed star capable of measuring time. It’s a bit technical so I advise you to read the plate for more details.

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5. Lac d'Annecy

   With this Swiss postcard look, Lake Annecy is the real Rising Star of the city! The second largest glacial lake in France, behind Le Bourget, this lake, protected from sewage discharge and closely monitored, has earned the nickname of the purest lake in Europe!

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6. Hôtel de Ville d'Annecy

   On the Town Inn Square, you have, as the name suggests on one side, the Town Inn and in front, the Church of Saint Maurice. That's a lot of churches for such a small town! Annecy is nicknamed “the city of 5 steeples”!

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7. You now arrive at the Place de Saint-François-de-Sales, in front of the church of the same name. It is also called the parish of the Italians, for the simple reason that it is mainly frequented by the Italian community of Annecy.

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8. Palais de l'Ile

   You see it and you’ve been waiting for it, so let’s attack right away via the famous Palais de l’Ile, more commonly known as the old prison. It is the most photographed monument in the city.

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9. You noticed that the streets of Annecy remained very typical medieval. Fortified gates are a good example.

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10. Musée-Château d'Annecy

    Here you are, facing Annecy Castle, overlooking the old town on the mountainside. Strategically placed to monitor the entire plain, it allowed to observe the movements on the road between Geneva and Italy.

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11. There are many opportunities to take beautiful photos in Annecy! Here, no flowered canals or glittering lake, but the Saint Maurice Esplanade still offers you a beautiful panorama of the Savoyard rooftops with the beautiful mountains as a backdrop.

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12. Here you are on the first stone bridge of Annecy, built in the 13th century. It allowed the route of the Alps that linked Geneva to Italy to cross the Thiou.

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13. From the pier of the bishopric, you can observe a magnificent alignment of old houses flush with the water. A decor that leaves dreamers

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14. Here you are in one of the main streets of the city. This is the first street that allowed to cross Annecy entirely by wagon!

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15. Here we are in a much more modern square, St. Clair Square. A little ski resort side of the 80s, but whatever.

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16. Here you are in front of one of the Thiou canals. Although this river is one of the smallest in France, barely 4 kilometres long, it has had a considerable impact on the creation and expansion of Annecy!

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17. Some memories are to be marked with a white stone, others deserve a Golden Baluster. On Easter Day 1728, Jean Jacques Rousseau met Mme de Warens.

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18. You now arrive in front of the Church of Our Lady of Liesse. It was founded in the 14th century by the Counts of Geneva who wanted a place worthy of the name to welcome their future burials.

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19. When the Rue Royale becomes Rue du Pâquier, you can observe a very old shaft margin. This well dates back to the 15th century.

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20. The Old Sales Inn you see in front of you is one of the few mansions in Annecy. It was built by the family of Sales, therefore descended from Saint Francis of Sales.

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How to use your ticket

Activating your audio-guided circuit: 1. Download the INWAY mobile app from your App Store or directly via this link: www.in-way.fr/app 2. Open the application and enter your code to unlock the circuit: ANN36393 We build our circuits in the form of a loop so that you can easily start the tour at the point closest to you, the guidance will adapt automatically. If you are nearby, we recommend an ideal Check-out Point: The Bonlieu Cultural Centre

Meeting point

What to know before you go

• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Travelers

Pricing per group (up to 15 people).

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

• From 1 days before : 100% refunded
• From 0 days before : 0% refunded

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