In the French Alps’ Haute-Savoie region, Lakes Geneva and Annecy offer a blend of lake, mountain, and city experiences just an hour apart. Start in Évian-les-Bains, where elegant Belle Époque buildings and thermal spas meet outdoor adventure. Explore on foot, visit the Palais Lumière and historic spring Source Cachat, then unwind at Les Thermes evian® or with a massage at Hôtel Ermitage. Dine at La Véranda for lake views and French cuisine.Next, head to Annecy, dubbed the “Venice of the Alps” for its canals and medieval charm. Begin with a walking tour of the old town’s landmarks including Palais de l’Île and Château d’Annecy, and shop local markets and boutiques. Enjoy lunch at Ô Bon Bec, cruise Lake Annecy, and end your day with dinner at L’Atelier.On the final day, swim in Lake Annecy at Plage Municipale or Plage de l’Impérial, then explore the lake by e-bike, stopping at villages like Duingt and Talloires. Wrap up with drinks at Le Cabanon and dinner at Lôna in Hôtel Rivage. Visit in spring for fewer crowds, active locals, and vibrant lakeside energy.
In the French Alps Hoavoi region, lakes Geneva and On Sea offer a blend of lake, mountain, and city experiences just an hour apart. Start in Avon Lebanes where elegant Bell Apoke buildings and thermal spas meet outdoor adventure. Explore on foot. Visit the Ple Lumiere and historic Spring Source Kakat. Then unwind at Less Thurm Evian or with a massage at Hotelage. Dine at La Veranda for lake views and French cuisine. Next, head to On Sei, dubbed the Venice of the Alps for its canals and medieval charm. Begin with a walking tour of the old town’s landmarks, including Pedal and Chateau Danisy, and shop local markets and boutiques. Enjoy lunch at Oon Beck, Cruise Lake on Sea, and end your day with dinner at Leier. On the final day, swim in lake on Sea at Plage Municipal or Plage de El Imperial. Then explore the lake by ebike, stopping at villages like Duint and Talwis. Wrap up with drinks at Lucaban and dinner at Lona in Hotel Rivage. Visit in spring for fewer crowds, active locals, and vibrant lakeside energy.