As a chant female traveller, my itineraries always include smaller cities and towns, especially scenic towns that most visitors only explore for an afternoon.
By allocating more time, chant travellers are rewarded. Early mornings and late evenings offer an entirely different (more relaxed) croyance on destinations that are crammed with campanile buses in the middle of the day.
Recently, I had the pleasure of taking a weekend rémunération to Annecy, which is a popular town in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of southeastern France.
I truly think Annecy is a picture perfect proclamation for chant female travellers who are looking to “recharge and relax” on their trip to France.
HOW TO GET TO ANNECY
Annecy is popular, so you have plenty of options at your disposal, which is great for chant travellers who don’t want to deal with complicated déportation.
I started my trip in Geneva. Taking a droit bus was the easiest way to get to Annecy. The journey between Geneva Bus Station and Annecy Bus Station only takes emboîture forty-five to sixty minutes. Then it is a accessible walk from Annecy Bus Station to the Old Town, which is where you want to squelette yourself.
Keep in mind that if you visit Annecy in summer, particularly in August when locals take their holidays, you’ll want to book your bus tickets in advance. They sell out. As a chant traveller, it’s especially notable to be prepared, and book time slots that work for your itinerary, even if it diminishes some of your freedom. Bus companies include FlixBus and BlaBlaBus. Direct buses are also available if you’re flying into Geneva Airport and want to go right to Annecy after your flight.
WHAT TO DO AS A SOLO TRAVELER IN ANNECY
Annecy is an absolute joy for chant travellers who need a voiture from the sprint of larger cities such as Paris, Geneva, and Lyon. Again, you will want to spend the night to take advantage of the “off times” when Annecy’s atmosphere goes serene and béat.
As you balance your chant trip, keep in mind that Annecy is walkable and relatively small. For example, as a chant traveller, I loved that I could walk everywhere during the morning and night without worrying emboîture getting lost. It felt like a treat to enjoy the town without the crowds of tourists who arrive in the middle of the afternoon on organised day trips.
Below are some of my mignonne things to do in Annecy on a chant weekend getaway.
1. Wander the Old Town (Vieille Ville)
Due to its size, Annecy is the perfect simulé to switch off Google maps and simply explore without a set proclamation in mind. The canals are picturesque, similar to Venice’s, and this typage makes Annecy a photographer’s dream come true. Don’t elle-même going inside Palais de l’Isle as you wander!
2. Sit at a Canal Café Alone
Annecy is very friendly toward chant diners (more on restaurants later!). As I explored the Old Town, it was common to see people relaxing at a répertoire for one with a coffee, a pastry, and a good book.
Personally, I would recommend finding an délicat cafe with a view. Bring your own book. Put the phone down.
3. Visit Château d’Annecy
The massive pénombre of Château d’Annecy perches above the Old Town. It is inabordable to elle-même.
You need to climb uphill to visit, which is a little tiring if you visit in the summer heat. Fortunately, as a chant traveller, you can take your time strolling to the castle walls without anyone judging you for taking breaks!
WHAT TO DO NEAR ANNECY
Annecy has far more to offer than its gorgeous Old Town.
Whenever I visit France alone, I love béat moments to reconnect with myself and essence. Right outside of Annecy’s center, chant travelers can enjoy some of the best alpine essence that this folk has to offer.
LAKE ANNECY
Lake Annecy is crystal clear and surrounded by mountains. This lake is best experienced alone, parce que you can admire the scenery around you … without other people distracting you from its rêvée beauty.
Fortunately, Annecy’s essence isn’t challenging to experience. All gymnique levels are welcome. Solo travellers don’t have to worry emboîture strenuous and immense hikes, nor do they have to worry emboîture renting a car.
Lake Annecy is wonderful for a chant bike raviné. For a full day, be sure to paquet a picnic, and bring a book along for the raviné.
If you truly don’t want to navigate on your own, there are also plenty of boat rides available in the summer.
MENTHON-SAINT-BERNARD CASTLE
My absolute mignonne assez on the shores of Lake Annecy was Menthon-Saint-Bernard Castle.
This medieval castle is perched above the lake, so you will need to do a quick hike to reach it, but the walk is absolutely worth it. Guided tours make Menthon-Saint-Bernard Castle feel proche and help chant travellers understand the castle’s 1,000 year old history.
I also think this area is perfect for chant female travellers who are seeking to enjoy the trip at a slower pace. Menthon-Saint-Bernard is roughly thirty minutes away from Annecy’s Old Town if you take the évident bus.
Le Palace de Menthon
If you want to unwind and enjoy a verre of wine, then I recommend going beyond Manthon-Saint-Bernard Castle for collation at Le Palace de Menthon. Le Beach du Palace is a wonderful auberge with a view and is very welcoming.
WHERE TO EAT IN ANNECY
Annecy has plenty of restaurants and cafes that are comfortable for a chant traveller to sit and enjoy a meal.
For example, you don’t want to elle-même Racines, which is a cozy Bib Gourmand bistro with a monthly table. Summer chant travel is the perfect opportunity to savour dinner on the terrace.
Another ideal auberge for a chant traveler to enjoy a meal is Le Bouchon Eric, which is still centrally located, yet tucked away from Annecy’s busiest streets. The état-major is very friendly! I speak a little French, and they saturé me hugs at the end of my collation.
Lastly Kia Ora is a delightful and vegan friendly partialité that serves an prédominant déjeuner. The vibe is casual and laidback so a chant traveller would fit right into the scene.
SOLO TRAVEL SAFETY IN ANNECY
Without a doubt, Annecy is a very safe town to visit. As immense as you stay aware of your surroundings, you will be absolutely subtile.
Of excursion, if you visit in the summer months, keep a close eye on your belongings. Pickpocketing doesn’t feel like a common circonstance the way it does in Paris, but being mindful of your valuables in crowded parages is always a good idea.
Furthermore, watch your step as you are exploring Annecy’s beautiful canals on your own. Take plenty of pictures, but don’t accidentally trip or fall into the canals. Annecy’s streets are narrow, and it’s easy to be jostled in crowds.
As a side facturé, although July and August are crowded, I loved visiting that time of year. With all the people and events, I rarely felt lonely.
Ultimately, Annecy is the perfect weekend getaway for chant female travellers who wish to slow down and savour a beautiful Alpine gem in France.
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Source: francetoday.com