After sitting nearly 6 hours elbow to elbow on a crowded train from the Côte d’Azur, we at last pulled into the first stop of our grand summer European tour, Annecy, France. Hopping off, we stretched our legs and gazed up in wonder at the souring alps of Southeastern France.
All in a line, like a row of ducks, we made our way from the train station, stopped on a small bridge and tried to solve the riddle of where to meet the property manager of the apartment that would be our home for the next week. A phone call did the trick and a little further along, we saw a man waving his hands at us as we waddled our way towards our accomodations.
We were fortunate enough to stay right in the heart of the charming medieval Old Town. The apartment couldn’t have been better, with the exception of not having A/C. It would have been nice to close the windows and not hear everyone having a grand ol’ time at the bars until 2am…
The area is perfect for families, couples and solo travelers. Architecture and history buffs will enjoy exploring the Old Town including the Palais de l’Ile and Carillon de la Basilique de la Visitation. Adventure seekers and water lovers will find endless activities such as hiking, biking, parasailing, paddle boarding, swimming and sailing. There are so many things to do in Annecy, it’s a destination with something to satisfy any type of traveler.
With or without children, there is plenty to do in Annecy. Since my children are older, they can keep up with Mom and Dad without much problem. And sometimes I can keep up with them without much problem as well!. We just take more breaks during the day. Not that I’m complaining 🙂