Name: This is the best public beach/park for swimming that I have ever visited. It has clean changing rooms, ladders for easy access to the lake, shady trees for cooling off, and a laid-back atmosphere.
Item: Plage de Menthon Saint Bernard
Rating: 10
Author: Landon Everest

About Annecy Lake

When we hear the word - the beach, in the head arises one established association - sea, sand and relax. But who says the sea has a monopoly on vacation? Often the lakes attract no less than the sea, and in some cases even more tourists than the seaside. Annecy Lake can be attributed to this.

Some general information about Annecy Lake. It is located in France (Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes), total area - 27.6 km², the maximum depth is 161 meters.

The coast of Annecy Lake is a real find for lovers of clean turquoise water and magnificent scenery.

There are predominantly grassy beaches, that which primarily situated within the settlements. Perhaps that is why Annecy Lake is popular among travelers who prefer relaxation. However, and other groups of travelers may also like this place. We have even prepared for you several collections to explore the beaches of Annecy Lake - Plage de Doussard, Port de Menthon Saint-Bernard, Grassy Knoll By Lake Beach, Plage municipale Sevrier, Plage de Gliere

The coastline of Annecy Lake is mostly straight, but the absence of winding shapes is compensated by the abundance of natural vegetation that is often present in the region. This vegetation creates a natural shadow that protects vacationers from the sun’s heat on hot days. These can be either rare trees or even dense forest areas, and it is important to be able to find them.

There are no secluded beaches here. So if you are looking beach holidays outside the hustle and bustle of the city, the coast of Annecy Lake is probably not your option.

Annecy Lake Best beaches

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Plage de Menthon Saint Bernard

Presles 0.3 km

Very good

8.6

Paid entrance only • Beach resort • Easy access • Concrete cover • Turquoise pure water • Very crowded

7.2 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Plage de Doussard

La Nubliere 0.1 km

Very good

8.4

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Bright sand • Crowded in season

3.8 Amenities index

Camping

Plage Saint-Jorioz

Piron 1.3 km

Very good

8.3

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

6.1 Amenities index

Camping

Plage de la Brune

Les Mottes 0.5 km

Very good

8.2

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Bright sand • Turquoise pure water • Crowded in season

6.1 Amenities index

Plage d'Angon

Angon 0.4 km

Very good

8.1

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Easy access • Gray fine pebble • Turquoise pure water • Very crowded

4.4 Amenities index

Good for Relax

Plage des Marquisats

La Puya 0.3 km

Very good

Free entrance • Amenities beach • Picturesque • Easy access • Very crowded • Sand & Rocks bottom

6.1 Amenities index

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Planning a beach holiday, most travelers imagine a beautiful clean and uncrowded beach. The latter during high season, may be unreal. However, sometimes it is possible to find exceptions.

The coast of Annecy Lake is very popular with holidaymakers, so most beaches in season have a high level of occupancy. The most popular beaches of Annecy Lake you can explore in our selection - Plage de Menthon Saint Bernard, Plage de Doussard, Plage de la Balmette