Connection with IGARSS 2015 in Milan (Italy)

Annecy is about 300km from Milan where IGARSS 2015 will take place the week after (July 26-31). Annecy-Milan takes about 4 hours by car through “Mont-Blanc tunnel”. There are direct trains (TGV) from Chambéry train station 3 times a day (4 hours). MULTITEMP will organize a free bus transfer on Friday afternoon direct from the conference to Chambéry train station (40 km) for those willing to move directly to Milan.

Sightseeing / Nearby activities

Annecy, “the little Venice of the Alps”, is a beautiful and peaceful city that has preserved its charm and authenticity to delight tourists. The Annecy lake, one of the "Europe's cleanest lakes", with turquoise water, canals running through the old town and its surrounding mountains symbolize the city.

Walking around the charming old town of Annecy:

The old town with canals running through small streets of shops, cafes and restaurants, is magnificent to stroll around and soak in the ambiance of a historical and typically French town.

Discover magnificent landscapes between the lake Annecy and mountains:

By boat:

Boat of 30 seats or wooden boat of the Arc-en-ciel Opposite the Ile des Cygnes
Jardins de l'hôtel de Ville, 74000 Annecy
Prices:
Adultes: from 10 € to 17,50 €
Children : from 7 € to 13 €
Website: http://www.arcenciel-annecy.com

Grand boat of the Compagnie des bateaux du lac d'annecy
2 Place aux bois 74000 Annecy
Website: http://www.annecy-croisieres.com/en

From the sky:

Discovery flight in a two-seater paragliding accompanied by a qualified instructor. Aerial tour over Lake Annecy and its surrounding mountains.
Prices:
Adultes : from 90 € to 120 €
Children : 70 €
Websites: http://www.aeroslide.com
http://www.deltaevasion.com/nos-activites/parapente.html
http://www.lespassagersduvent.com
http://grandsespaces-parapente-annecy.com

Hot-air balloon flight is another way to enjoy the spectacular scenery of Annecy. The balloon moves calmly in winds with only the regular sound of the burner.
Duration: One hour
Price : 195 € per adult
Website: http://www.compagniedesballons.com/en

You can also discover the magic of Haute-Savoie region by plane, through sightseeing flights over Lake Annecy, the Aravis and the Mont Blanc range.
Prices:
Circuit Annecy: 46€/pers
Circuit Lac d'Annecy: 60€/pers
Circuit Aravis: 89,50€
Circuit Aravis Mont-Blanc: 148€/pers
Website: http://www.avialpes.com/english

Beaches around the Annecy lake

In summer, the water of Lake Annecy, maybe up to 26 ° C, you can swim in the crystal clear water and can also enjoy all water activities such as sailing, water skiing, windsurfing, diving...

• Plage des Marquisats (Annecy): Rue des Marquisats 74000 Annecy (entrance fees : free)
• Plage d'Albigny (Annecy-le-Vieux) : Avenue du Petit Port 74940 Annecy-le-Vieux (entrance fees : free)
• Plage de La Brune (Veyrier-du-Lac) : Route de la Brune 74290 Veyrier-du-Lac (entrance fees : free)
• Plage du Plant (Veyrier-du-Lac) : Port des Champs 74290 Veyrier-du-Lac (entrance fees : free)
• Plage du Bout du Lac (Doussard) : Bout du Lac 74210 Doussard (entrance fees : free)
• Plage municipale (Duingt) : Allée de la Plage 74410 Duingt (entrance fees : free)
• Plage municipale (Sevrier) : Route de la Plage 74320 Sevrier (entrance fees : free)
• Plage de l'Impérial (Annecy) : 30 avenue d'Albigny 74000 Annecy (entrance fees : Adultes :4 € ; Children: 2,5 €)
• Plage municipale (Talloires) : Route du Port 74290 Talloires (entrance fees : Adultes : 2,3 € ; Children : 1,20 €)
• Plage Espace Lac (Talloires) : Angon 74290 Talloires (entrance fees : Adultes : 2 € ; Children : 1,10 €)
• Plage d'Angon (Talloires) : Angon 74290 Talloires (entrance fees : Adultes : 2 € ; Children : 1,10 €)
• Plage municipale (Saint-Jorioz) : Route de la Plage 74410 Saint-Jorioz (entrance fees : Adultes :2,10 € ; Children: 1 €)
• Plage municipale (Menthon-Saint-Bernard) : Route de la Plage 74290 Menthon-Saint-Bernard (entrance fees : Adultes :2,3 € ; Children: 1 €)

Discover natural heritage

Les gorges du fier:

About 10 kilometers from Annecy, Les Gorges du Fier is a remarkable natural curiosity: a very deep narrow gorge that can be visited through a gateway attached to the rock face, fitted in the mid nineteenth century.
Prices:
Adults 5,50€
Children (7 to 15 years inc.) 3€
Children (under 7 years) Free
Address: Lovagny, 74330 – Lovagny
Website: http://www.gorgesdufier.com/en.html

Cave and waterfall of Seythenex:

This site is at the foot of the Bauges mountains, between the "col de Tamié" and the "dent de Cons" which makes impressive with a majestic waterfall coupling with a cave.
Prices:
Adults 8€
Childrens (from 4 to 12) 6€
Address: Maison des grottes, 74210 Seythenex
Website: http://www.cascade-seythenex.fr/index.php/en

Discover culture heritage

Le château médiéval de Montrottier:

The medieval castle of Montrottier and its remarkable collections are located in the Savoy foreland, between the river Rhone and the limestone foothills of the Alps...
Prices:
Adults: 8.50 €
Children (10-15 years): 5.50 €
Address: Château de Montrottier 74 330 LOVAGNY - FRANCE
Website: http://www.chateaudemontrottier.com/index.html

Le château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard

"For a thousand years, the Castle of Menthon has watched over a sumptuous landscape, overlooking the limpid waters of Lake Annecy. Set in verdant surroundings, standing like a rampart facing the surrounding mountains, this noble house with its unusually romantic appearance seems to defy time, with a rich history intimately associated with the history of Savoy."
Duration of visits: about 1 hour
Prices:
Guided visits: €8.50 (adults); €4 (children from 6 to 16 years of age); free for children under 6
Costumed visits: €9.50 (adults) ; €5 (children from 6 to 16 years of age) ; free for children under 6
Visit to the garden: €1
Address: Château de Menthon-Saint-Bernard, 74290 Menthon-Saint-Bernard
Website: http://www.chateau-de-menthon.com/en/index.php