Lake Annecy with kids: the best things to do

On the shore of Lake Annecy, the Jardins de l'Europe form an English-style arboretum laid out in 1863: 250 remarkable trees, free 24/7 access.

5-hectare public garden on the shore of Lake Annecy: rose garden, aviary, perennial border, beach and terraces opening onto the Casino Imperial.

The largest free beach on Lake Annecy: 400 m of grass and sand, summer lifeguards, free showers and toilets. Albigny district, Annecy.

Sand and lawn beach at the southern tip of Lake Annecy, floating pontoon, adjoining water-sports centre. Bordered by the Bout du Lac nature reserve. Accessible.

Lawn beach facing the Château de Duingt (Ruphy) on the west shore of Lake Annecy. Lifeguards in July-August. Water-sports club, lakeside café, summer shuttle.

Recently renovated lawn and fine gravel beach on the west shore of Lake Annecy. 94 bike spaces, direct access to the Voie verte. Ideal for cycling families.

Free grassy beach on Lake Annecy's west shore, shaded, supervised in summer. 10 min walk from town center, accessible by bus, wheelchair accessible. Showers, snack bar.

100% electric-hybrid fleet achieved end of 2024 - first French cruise operator to reach the target. 5 boats including the Libellule restaurant boat.

Large 12,000 m² grass beach on the edge of Lake Annecy, supervised in summer. Paddling pool, jetties, diving boards, snack bar. Paid July–August, free off-season.

Large natural sand beach on Lake Annecy facing Dents de Lanfon. Paid July–August (€2.60), free rest of year. Blue Flag award.

Shaded confidential beach: a vast lawn with large trees, set away from the bustle of Talloires centre. Exceptional view of the Château de Duingt.

Blue Flag since 2009 (confirmed 2026). 7,000 sqm of lawn and sandy banks with paddling pool, T-shaped pontoon, diving board, snack-restaurant. Tiralo on site.

250x200 m sand and lawn beach with paddling pool, diving boards, slide and integrated water-sports centre. Reopens May 2026 after lakefront works. Now free.

Heritage stop on the Voie Verte du Lac d'Annecy, at Bredannaz (Doussard): toilets, a water fountain, a picnic area and a locomotive from 1911. Free access.

Watersports centre at the southern port of Lake Annecy at Doussard: sailing, wakeboard and paddle hosted with Skiwake74 and other operators, reached via the Voie verte.

At the foot of Annecy's Old Town, the Marquisats watersports centre brings together the SRVA and the Club des Sports Nautiques: sailing, rowing, paddle on the lake.

Patinoire Jean-Régis in Annecy, 58x28 m indoor rink: public sessions, Friday night disco, figure skating and hockey lessons. Municipal facility.

Annecy's iconic 17,000 sqm beach between Albigny and the Pâquier. Major 2026 change: the beach becomes paying in summer (fenced, with a cap and modest fees).

Indoor municipal pool in north Annecy: 25 m pool, 15 m pool, paddling pool. Adult €4.60, reduced €3.50. Open 7 days a week.