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Welcome to our page dedicated to the wonders surrounding HOTEL BONLIEU in Annecy, Haute-Savoie, Rhône-Alpes. Our central location in Annecy offers you the gateway to a world of natural and cultural discoveries. Start with a romantic stroll along Lake Annecy, renowned for its crystal-clear waters and breathtaking mountain scenery. In the summer, enjoy water activities like paddleboarding, kayaking,...See more

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Tour du Semnoz - Cycling rout
165 m

Tour du Semnoz - Cycling rout

This moderately difficult climb begins with a shaded woodland ascent to reach the Col de Leschaux (897m), followed by a descent into the Vallée du Chéran, before finishing along the western side of the Semnoz. A medium-difficulty route, it begins with a shady forest climb to the Col de Leschaux (897 m), followed by a plunge down to the Chéran valley. The route ends on the western flank of the Semnoz. Points of interest This is a great tour that allows you to take a look at the picturesque landscapes and sites in the heart of the Parc des Bauges. Discover the Diable and Abîme bridges, the Prérouge cave and the Chéran gorges. Cycling tip For the panoramic option, calculate the time to climb to the Col de Leschaux before the warm season. Direction of travel: clockwise Landmarks and connections: Sévrier (turn off with the Circuit de Leschaux n°8); Col de Leschaux; Gruffy (turn off with the Circuit de l'Albanais n°11 and Annecy-Aix les Bains n°51). Description: Apart from the road that runs along the Vallée du Chéran, (the only way out of the mountains), Coeur des Bauges is defended on all sides by high ridges, of which Leschaux is the lowest. 12km long with 480m of elevation change (with an average incline of 4%) and an even profile, it is the most popular route for cycling in the Haute Savoie and is perfect for beginners. To reach the foot of the mountain (RD912), leave the Voie Verte at the Port de Sévrier and follow the departmental road n°1508 for 1.5km towards Annecy, which you will reach after making a delicate left turn. Once you cross the ridge and reach the Vallée du Chéran (RD911), look out for a right turn onto the Route d'Allèves, which will take you to Annecy. But beforehand, we recommend that you make the 2km round trip to see the impressive Abîme bridge, it's worth it!

4 h
52 km
Medium
74000 Annecy
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Cycling circuit: Tour du Mont Veyrier
165 m

Cycling circuit: Tour du Mont Veyrier

A steep climb at the beginning. Be careful not to miss the right turn during the descent from the Col de Bluffy… …or the superb view of the Château de Menthon! Direction: clockwise Landmarks and connections: Plaine d'Alex cycle path (junction for Tour de la Tournette no. 3, Tour des Glières no. 45 and Croix Fry circuit no. 46). Description: Shorter but considerably more eventful than the Tour du lac d'Annecy, this circuit can be a first step on your way to the red routes. It includes a small pass: the Col de Bluffy. If you're in good form, you can add another to your list of achievements, with a round trip to the tough Col des Contrebandiers (1054 m) at the end of the climb from Annecy-le-Vieux! But let's get back to the start of this climb: you need to follow the signs from the Petit-Port roundabout, as the uphill crossing of Annecy-le-Vieux requires a little attention. The subsequent descent of the Aravis road, on the other hand, is very smooth. Once you're on the flat, take a look at the Pont St-Clair and the Roman road on the other side of the Fier, before turning right just before the Plaine d'Alex cycle path, to set off on the gentle ascent of the Col de Bluffy (only 100 m ascent). But be careful! After just 3 km downhill, look out for the Route de la Corniche on your right. It will save you from the always tricky stretch of the RD909 between Veyrier and Chavoire. Finally, at the end of the return journey, look back at Mont Veyrier and note that you could still reach its summit by a cable car inaugurated in 1934, which departed from Veyrier-du-Lac, and which lifted over 40,000 people a year to the summit in the 1960s. It ceased operating in 1984 and was demolished in 2001.

3 h
25 km
Easy
74000 Annecy
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Cycling loop: Tour de la Tournette
165 m

Cycling loop: Tour de la Tournette

One of the area's great classics, with a beautiful descent between Serraval and St-Ferréol, and an easy return leg along the Annecy Cycleway. Direction: clockwise Landmarks and connections: Annecy-le-Vieux (common route with Tour du mont Veyrier n°2) ; Thônes (separation with Tour des Glières n°45 then Croix Fry circuit n°46) ; Faverges (junction with the greenway, known as the Promenade cyclable ) Description: Up to the Plaine d'Alex, the route is shared with Tour du Mont Veyrier no. 2. When the two routes separate, take the dedicated cycle path to the left of the RD16 to avoid 4 km of departmental road. A little further on, you'll pass the Musée de la Résistance de Morette and its cemetery (Nécropole Nationale des combats en 1944 du plateau des Glières). Once you're in Thônes, turn left before the church, then right at the roundabout onto the RD12, which, after an easy climb up the Col du Marais and a beautiful winding descent from Serraval to St-Ferréol, takes you to the plain and the Lake Annecy cycle path. A word about Thônes, which certainly deserves a break. You'll certainly be surprised by the architectural similarities of its facades and vaulted passageways to Annecy's old town. You should also know that it was in Thônes that Jean-Jacques Rousseau experienced the famous episode of the "cherry idyll" that he recounts in his Confessions: "After dinner [...] we went to finish our dessert with cherries. I'd climb the tree, and throw them bunches, and they'd give me back pits through the branches. On one occasion, Melle Gallay, putting her apron forward and her head back, presented herself so well, and my aim was so accurate, that I knocked a bunch into her bosom, and laughed. I was thinking to myself: aren't my lips cherries! How willingly I'd throw them at them... ".

62 km
Medium
74000 Annecy
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Cycling itinerary: Aravis / Arly crossing
165 m

Cycling itinerary: Aravis / Arly crossing

Also called the "Prince of Wales" in honour of one of the most prestigious visitors to have cycled the route. The view of Mont-Blanc from the Col des Aravis is not to be missed. Departure point / TER: Annecy Length: 108 km Difficulty: black Total ascent: 1300 m Direction: clockwise Landmarks and connections: Thônes (separation from Tour des Glières no. 45); La Clusaz (separation from Circuit de la Croix-Fry no. 46); Ugine (junction with voie verte) The first third of this long loop is shared with Tour de la Tournette n°3 and Tour des Glières n°45. The climb up to the Aravis Pass from St-Jean-de-Sixt is not particularly challenging. Its gradients are always below 7%, except for a very short section at 8.5%. On the other hand, the final part of the climb is very beautiful, amidst vast green alpine meadows and at the foot of high cliffs. But before you start, take a detour to the pretty center of La Clusaz, dominated by one of the most beautiful bulbous bell towers in the Alps. You won't be tempted to linger at the top of the Col des Aravis (1498 m), which is often crowded with a multitude of stalls. But don't miss the view of Mont Blanc before you cross into Savoie! After the spectacular plunge through the twists and turns of La Giettaz, you'll reach the Val d'Arly national road. It's best to get away from it as soon as possible. That's why you'll leave it at the Flon bridge and take the balcony road to Héry-sur-Ugine, which is much quieter (except when the main road is closed, which is quite often). From Ugine, don't miss the new 37-km greenway, which continues all the way to Annecy.

110 km
Hard
74000 Annecy
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Cycling route : Around Lake Annecy
165 m

Cycling route : Around Lake Annecy

You can do it! The signposted direction was chosen to make the only climb on the circuit as easy as possible and to allow you to stay close to the lake, especially for the section after Talloires. Direction of travel: clockwise Landmarks and connections: Talloires (junction for Belvédère de la Forclaz no. 4); Doussard (junction for Faverges, Ugine and Albertville, all on the greenway); St-Jorioz (junction with Circuit de Leschaux no. 8). Description: To make your Tour du lac d'Annecy a real "coup de coeur", follow these little tips: start your circuit clockwise, which will allow you to ride on the water side after Talloires; set off in the morning before it gets too hot; leave the main road at the fourth kilometer, after the small climb up to Chavoire (a sign invites you to do so); and take everything you need for a swim! Until the major road improvements announced, the 3 km on the main road between Menthon-St-Bernard and Talloires will require all your vigilance (especially on the steep, narrow and tortuous descent to Talloires). The rest of the route is a dream, both along the eastern shore of the Petit Lac, where there are plenty of places to swim, and on the greenway built on an old railroad line. There are toilets and a water point at the old Brédannaz station, a fountain after the Duingt tunnel, at the foot of a climbing wall where you'll see climbers at work, and a second fountain at St-Jorioz. You'll also find several picnic tables here and there. Your tour comes to an end after rounding the port of Annecy, crossing the Hôtel de Ville park and crossing the Amours footbridge back to the Pâquier lawns.

40 km
Easy
74000 Annecy
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Rhône Cycling Loop
165 m

Rhône Cycling Loop

Starts as for the Tour of the Montagne d'Age, and then goes past the Château de Clermont to the River Usse. The Rhone is followed south from Seyssel to its confluence with the River Fier, which leads back to Annecy. Departure point / TER: Annecy Length: 77 km Difficulty: red Total ascent: 530 m Direction: counter-clockwise Landmarks and connections: Epagny; Sillingy (separation from Tour de la Montagne d'Age n°5 and Tour de la Mandallaz n°6; common route with Tour du Vuache n°17); Clermont; Desingy; pont de Châtel (separation from Tour du Vuache n°17); Seyssel; Val-de-Fier (junction with Boucle du Fier n°15 and 3 Traversées 12, 13 and 14). A major cycle route is being built along the Rhône between Lake Geneva and the Mediterranean. It can already be completed in Haute-Savoie, where it is mainly made up of small roads far from the river, which lies in inaccessible gorges. As you approach Seyssel, however, you'll find yourself back on the water's edge, transformed into a greenway that you can follow for a few kilometers, not without a visit to the Maison du Haut Rhône, home to numerous cultural exhibitions. Before reaching Seyssel, take the final stretch of the Usses valley on the cycle lanes of the D992 from the Châtel bridge. As you approach Seyssel, don't miss the greenway entrance on your right. After a kilometer, you'll leave the water's edge to cross Seyssel's central square. A short detour then takes you to the port of Gallatin and the Maison du Haut Rhône. Then you're off again on the greenway to the mouth of the Fier. The ascent of the Val-de-Fier gorges is another spectacular part of this beautiful tour. The return to Annecy is made in common with the Boucle du Fier n°15, via the route des Creuses and through Seynod.

77 km
Medium
74000 Annecy
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3431OTR - LAC D'ANNECY RESISTANTE
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3431OT - LAC D'ANNECY
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TOP75032 - CHAINE DES ARAVIS - MASSIF DES BAUGES
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VEL11 - LAC D'ANNECY ET LAC DU BOURGET A VELO
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TOP100D73 - SAVOIE CHAMBÉRY ALBERTVILLE PARC NATIONAL DE LA VANOISE PNR DU MASSIF DES BAUGES
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TOP100D74 - HAUTE-SAVOIE ANNECY THONON-LES-BAINS MASSIF DU MONT BLANC CHAÎNE DES ARAVIS
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TOP100D01 - AIN BOURG-EN-BRESSE AMBÉRIEU-EN-BUGEY PAYS DE GEX
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202 JURA ALPES DU NORD
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D38 ISÈRE
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NR15 AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES RECTO/VERSO MASSIF ALPIN
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NR14 AUVERGNE-RHÔNE-ALPES RECTO/VERSO MASSIF CENTRAL
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Palais de l'Île
560 m

Palais de l'Île

Listed as a historic monument in 1900, the Palais de l'Ile, often described as a "house in the shape of a ship" has been a prison, a courthouse and an administrative centre. It is an original structure, the oldest parts of which date from the 12th century. Firstly a simple quadrangular building described as a stronghold, which occasionally housed the prison and the minting workshop of the Counts of Geneva, today, the building referred to as the Palais de l'Ile is an original medieval monument: It is built on a natural rocky island. The stronghold was referred to for the first time in 1325 as a prison when the lord of Annecy paid Jean de Monthoux, the lord of Isle, for food for two prisoners. In 1355, Count Amadeus III of Geneva was awarded "the right to mint gold and silver on his land" by the Emperor Charles IV of the Holy Empire. A construction campaign led to the creation of a minting workshop which ceased activity at the end of the 14th century. The Geneva family died out. Annecy and the Geneva region were attached to the Duchy of Savoie and Duke Amadeus VIII gave the residence to the Monthoux family. At the end of the 16th century, the house which sheltered the courthouse, became known as the Palais de Justice de l'Ile. After the 18th century, the building was used for administrative functions, but also continued to be used as a prison up until 1864 when a new prison was built. This has since been destroyed. The Palais de l'Ile became a home for the elderly between 1865 and 1880. At the time, Annecy Municipal Council made plans to demolish the Palais de l'Ile in order to make room for baths, but the project was abandoned. The building was used temporarily as a school for stone carvers and carpenters, a gymnasium and accommodation. The novelist Andre Theuriet and Charles Suisse, the Inspector for Historic Monuments, spoke out against the planned demolition. On 16 February 1900, the Palais de l'Ile was listed as a historic monument and a first phase of renovation work was launched. The final phase of restoration dates from 1983-1985.

3 passage de l'Île 74000 Annecy
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La Rotonde des Trésoms
1.7 km

La Rotonde des Trésoms

Beautiful gastronomy, balance of flavours, heritage and know-how in this panoramic restaurant La Rotonde overlooking the lake. Eric Prowalski offers a fine cuisine with authentic and local flavours without forgetting his south-western roots. Eric Prowalski takes you on a journey of taste, respecting the seasons and quality produce. Take a gustatory stroll from Arcachon to Annecy in his fine cuisine. Share and enjoy the dishes of our region in our gastronomic restaurant, La Rotonde, with its warm, modern décor overlooking the lake and offering a wide-angle view of the lake and mountains. From the "Around a dish" menu served in an hour at lunchtime and during the week to the tasting menu, we have a great menu to suit all tastes. Welcome to a world of sharing, delicate flavours and emotions. A subtle, gourmet cuisine is born. The dishes are colourful, feminine and elegant. Through his creations, Éric interprets the two regions that have shaped his life. A dialogue between the Arcachon Basin and Lake Annecy. "I'm lucky enough to have two cultures. The first is my family history in the South-West and the second is my adopted region (Annecy in Haute-Savoie), which has welcomed me with open arms. Every day, I create a real culinary identity from these dual roots". The theme of water is the link between these 2 natural territories. Each of his creations brings together these 2 worlds, 2 ecosystems, which complement, harmonise or oppose each other. Lake Annecy, calm and radiant, leads him to interpret freshwater fish and the vegetables of our market gardeners. A subtle repertoire!

15 boulevard de la Corniche 74000 Annecy
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Novotel Annecy Centre
482 m

Novotel Annecy Centre

Novotel Annecy Centre **** - The Craic is located in the heart of Annecy, just a 5-minute walk from the Old Town and Lake Annecy, and 50 m from the TGV train station. A unique place to celebrate, work, meet and, above all, stay! The 95 rooms, including 2 Suites, have been completely redesigned around the world of sport and the mountains, and feature 100% outdoor decor. Spacious, contemporary and flexible, a magnificent mountain landscape overlooks the headboards. Our rooms are suitable for all types of stay: business, leisure, individuals, groups or families of up to 4 people. The new fitness room is yours to discover without moderation. The Craic Restaurant, a true Refuge Gourmand, has been designed as a place to relax, offering a gourmet and festive interlude for travelers and locals alike, around a central food bar inviting sharing and conviviality. The menu boasts modern culinary lines. The venue also boasts a large outdoor terrace, pétanque court, brazier, etc. The craic" is an Irish word meaning the desire to share and enjoy oneself in a fun and pleasant setting. And that's exactly what we're all about! Come and enjoy a gourmet meal or a cocktail. Lounge on the terrace or enjoy an evening of concerts or DJ sets. There's always an occasion to celebrate at The Craic! The hotel is also a real Business Camp, with its 12 modern, modular and technological meeting rooms, including a 130-seat multi-purpose Amphitheatre and the creation of a disruptively innovative "Freestyle" meeting room for your conferences and seminars.

1 place Marie Curie Quartier Centre Ville Gare 74000 Annecy
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We have no information on the difficulty of this circuit. You may encounter some surprises along the way. Before you go, please feel free to inquire more and take all necessary precautions. Have a good trip! 🌳🥾