Annecy
in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes

Annecy is the kind of place that feels almost too perfect: a jewel of a town where alpine peaks tumble straight into a lake so clear it looks unreal. Think pastel houses, flower-lined canals, morning markets full of local cheeses, and long swims followed by apéritifs on sun-drenched terraces. It’s both quietly elegant and wonderfully outdoorsy: cycle around the lake, take a boat out at golden hour, then disappear into the old town for the best tartiflette you’ve ever had. Annecy is French charm with a crisp mountain edge, and one of those destinations you’ll want to keep coming back to.