Explore DOMAINE DE LA CAILLE at La balme-de-sillingy

This loop starts at the La Balme de Sillingy cemetery and takes in the fabulous Mandallaz massif, with its panoramic views over the Annecy basin. The Mandallaz mountain is a pre-Alpine range separated to the north from the Salève by the Val des Usses and the Pont de la Caille. Easily visible from the surrounding villages, this itinerary takes you to the southern end of the mountain, overlooking La Balme de Sillingy. A popular spot for caving, the area is home to numerous caves and underground cavities that trace the history of the massif, and you can discover some of the most remarkable on your walk: the Grotte du Curé, the Grotte du Maquis, which sheltered several resistance fighters during the Second World War, and the Grotte de Lesvaux, which in 1977 revealed the presence of skeletons dating back to Neolithic times. Following this mostly wooded trail, you'll reach the 900-metre-high Tête de la Mandallaz, a superb viewpoint over Lake Annecy and the Annecy conurbation, the Alps and the Montagne d'Age opposite.

This equestrian loop will make you discover the different panoramas around Marlioz. Your departure will be at "Chez les Gays". This itinerary is multi-practice (equestrian, pedestrian and mountain bike), so be careful for the safety of all. This hilly path mixing forests, meadows, riversides and villages will make you travel through Haute-Savoie. Numerous viewpoints on the Crêt de la Neige, the Aravis massif or even the Mont-Blanc await on your path. Equestrian centres are located on your path. This itinerary is marked for three practice (equestrian, pedestrian and mountain bike), be careful for the safety of all practitioners.

Accessible hike to the balcons de la Mandallaz. Close to Annecy, you'll find a pleasant and varied forest environment, with some great views along the way. Departing from Pringy, the route begins along the banks of the Vieran. Between the Usses and the Fier, this stream offers a soothing natural setting that you can enjoy in the Vieran park. The walk is largely forested, with the trees of Bois des Rodis and Bois des Machurettes providing welcome shade. The route gradually climbs up to the balconies of the Mandallaz mountain. This small pre-Alpine massif is an ideal promontory for observing the Annecy conurbation, its lake and the Alpine peaks in the distance. During your walk, don't hesitate to take the time to admire the panorama at the Ramesse site and its orientation table. With a length of 8 km and a width of 3 to 4 km, the Mandallaz mountain is one of the smaller pre-Alpine massifs.

A 1.5 km discovery trail on Poisy Marsh. A theme walk that’s fun for children and dotted with information panels about the plant and animal life on the Marsh. This family-friendly itinerary is accessible to pushchair and wheelchair users. You may well see dragonflies, common frogs, common toads, newts and various birds such as the Eurasian reed warbler and the black kite. Drinking water is available at the departure point, as well as an observatory and picnic tables.

This family-friendly loop takes you through the undergrowth of the Cure and offers a panoramic view of Lake Annecy. In Charly, visit the 15th-century chapel. There is a communal gîte beside it. Walk along the banks of the Bougerie Lake and admire the view over Lake Geneva and the Alps. Mont-Sion forms a natural link between the Salève ad Vuache areas and is crossed by the pilgrims' road to Santiago de Compostela.

This family loop lets you stroll along the paths and small local roads of the village of Cuvat and discover a panoramic view of Lake Annecy. In Charly, visit the 15th-century chapel. There is a communal gîte beside it. Walk along the banks of the Bougerie Lake and admire the view over Lake Geneva and the Alps. Mont-Sion forms a natural link between the Salève ad Vuache areas and is crossed by the pilgrims' road to Santiago de Compostela.

Eaysy walking track, suitable for families. A good way to discover local point of interests et point of view on Albanais and Alpes.

Explore the 'Nature & Sensory' path on the barefoot trail for a unique sensory experience. The trail is 900 metres long. There are over 50 activities and tests to enjoy! Take the time to savour the experience and discuss with your nearest and dearest.

Land Art is a contemporary artistic endeavour which uses the natural world and its materials as its subject matter and which is a place to question man's relationship with the environment. You will follow signed paths beside Les Usses river to explore this unique artistic language. Information provided along the length of this trail will allow you to appreciate the works which have been created by skilled artists and the amazing creations made by disabled people working at La Ferme de Chosal. Self-guided or guided tours available. The Departmental Land Art Centre (PLAD) at La Ferme de Chosal also includes: Art and Nature creative workshops for children/families and a document resource centre for finding out more, as well as events linked to the other discovery activities at the farm.

Four interpretation panels explain the history of the site, the bridges and the old thermal baths.

Farm visit and discovery of food produced by Mother Nature. Horticultural and kitchen garden greenhouses. Meet donkeys and other farm animals. Mini-courses on the farm are offered for children on Wednesdays and Thursdays during the school holidays, booking required (20 € / child) Other activities are available on request (donkey rental, Art and Nature trail, birthdays ...)

Annecy Rando Nature offers mountain outings on different themes and of varying duration: Hiking, Trail, Nordic Walking, Edible plants, Bivouac, Trek, Orienteering, ... Annecy Rando Nature offers mountain outings around Lake Annecy to take advantage of the surrounding massifs or in other more remote areas. The common denominator is the mountain environment.

Guidon is both a bike shop and a cycling school. Our three instructors and mechanics will be able to advise you on riding, techniques, equipment and how to take good care of your bike. Our team offers: - Enduro MTB outings - Electric MTB outings as a family or with friends - Courses to improve your technical skills for people of all ages. - Enduro day trips with shuttle service - MTB and electric MTB hire Guidon is also a shop and a repair workshop. We can bring our services directly to your holiday accommodation thanks to our two mobile workshops (one is a cargo bike and the other is a service van).

Organisation of day trips and walking holidays in France, Europe, Morocco and Canada. Tours depart from St Julien with transport by mini bus. Discovery and/or physical effort, comfort and gastronomy are our trademarks. For already 20 years, Changez d'Air has been offering a varied programme of walking tours of the Alps, the islands of the Mediterranean, and the great hiking routes such as Santiago de Compostela, Stevenson and St Guilhem, every year. We also organise 'gourmet hiking' days, combining the exploration of a little-known nearby region with a good meal in a local restaurant. Nordic walking is also on offer, for a more sporty way of getting back into shape or staying in shape.

Logis de France with a restaurant serving traditional home cooking. Located near the Arcadium. Rooms for 1-4 guests / adjoining rooms available. We would like to welcome you for your business trips and holidays. Full-board, half-board and B&B available. Delicious dishes made using fresh produce.

It is in the middle of a magnificent forest that you will meet the scarecrows. These strange characters stay there all summer and invite us to discover their mysterious and entertaining world. Start by discovering a multitude of these chaps who share their daily life with us. Then, in the middle of hundreds of colourful flowers, all ages can have fun and a great laugh with a life-size game of snakes and ladders. Beware - the children are champions at this game. But revenge is possible with the giant Mikado! The day continues with lots of other discoveries: the giant and his rocking horses, the maze, a musical village… A day out in a dreamy setting... - 8 hectares of lush, green forest with a stream ""Le Nant Trouble"" - here and there shaded clearings and ponds - home to some one hundred animals: pigs, sheep, donkeys, goats, reindeer, geese, ducks... Then it’s time for a show, with the owl contest or Amadeus, a musical show... Snacks served in the tavern on-site or bring a picnic.

It is in the middle of a magnificent forest that you will meet the scarecrows. These strange characters stay there all summer and invite us to discover their mysterious and entertaining world. Start by discovering a multitude of these chaps who share their daily life with us. Then, in the middle of hundreds of colourful flowers, all ages can have fun and a great laugh with a life-size game of snakes and ladders. Beware - the children are champions at this game. But revenge is possible with the giant Mikado! The day continues with lots of other discoveries: the giant and his rocking horses, the maze, a musical village… A day out in a dreamy setting... - 8 hectares of lush, green forest with a stream ""Le Nant Trouble"" - here and there shaded clearings and ponds - home to some one hundred animals: pigs, sheep, donkeys, goats, reindeer, geese, ducks... Then it’s time for a show, with the owl contest or Amadeus, a musical show... Snacks served in the tavern on-site or bring a picnic.

Hôtel Novel welcomes guests to a warm setting with a friendly team. The hotel is on a leafy street to the lake in the beautiful town of Annecy. Our 68 stylish and functional rooms were renovated in 2012 (3 disabled-friendly). Our fully air-conditioned hotel lies in a quiet area with free public car parks and free Wi-Fi. Soak up our two shaded terraces at the restaurant and bar. Groups are welcome and we provide tours so you can explore our beautiful region. Free coach parking.

In the heart of an area of greenery on the shores of a lake, come and explore around forty miniature gardens representing the landscapes of the Haute-Savoie foreland in original, highly floral creations.

Unique in France, the National Collection currently comprises 350 trees of 145 different varieties, including some rare specimens. Stop off at the Tourist Information Point to discover this collection. After submitting an application to the Conservatoire des Collections Végétales Spécialisées (CCVS) in 2016, the cherry blossom collection was awarded the "Collection Nationale" label. This collection will enable you to discover all the diversity offered by these trees (flowering, foliage, bark...). Pure white, dark pink, pale pink, and rare colors (yellow, purple red, green), these single flowers with 5 petals, or double flowers with up to 100 petals, offer an incredible spectacle in spring. Autumn and winter are just as exceptional, thanks to colorful foliage and bark that can sometimes resemble jewels. This collection is also a way of safeguarding cherry tree varieties, some of which have only one surviving specimen in Japan today. This collaborative initiative strengthens the cultural ties between France and Japan. The collection was inaugurated in 2014 by the Japanese vice-consul, who was very surprised to find these plants in Haute-Savoie. This was the occasion for a grand celebration attended by the people of Haute-Savoie and numerous Japanese nationals. With the aim of expanding this collection, the site hopes in the long term to be able to accommodate more than 500 trees of 250 to 300 different varieties, not only cherry trees, but also other plants from Asia (Japanese maple, caramel tree, peonies...).

The Balme de Sillingy lake is accessible all year round for family outings.

マツマエ ベニユタカ ( 松前紅豊 ) 'Beni yutaka' can be translated as abundant red. Its large, semi-double pale pink flowers hemmed in deep pink are delicately fragrant. Its bronze-green foliage opens after flowering. Its orange-red autumn foliage complements its glossy brown bark. Tree: rounded, 5 m high Flower: light pink, semi-double Flowering season: April

Created by Mr. André Charlier at the Rond-Chêne arboretum in Esneux, Belgium, this cherry tree is named after its creator's granddaughter. It has the particularity of flowering in autumn and again at the end of winter. It produces beautiful, single white flowers. Tree: splayed, 8 m high Flower: white, single Flowering period: late March and October/November

マツマエ ベニユタカ ( 松前紅豊 ) 'Beni yutaka' can be translated as abundant red. Its large, semi-double pale pink flowers hemmed in deep pink are delicately fragrant. Its bronze-green foliage opens after flowering. Its orange-red autumn foliage complements its glossy brown bark. Tree: rounded, 5 m high Flower: light pink, semi-double Flowering season: April

Discover this viewpoint offering a panoramic view of the Vuache and the Choisy plain.

アマノガワ (天の川) 'Amanogawa' means the river of paradise, or the Milky Way. Its abundant light-pink blossoms are delicately scented. This easy-to-place cherry has become very popular in Europe. Its foliage takes on beautiful orange-yellow colors in autumn. Tree: upright, 5 m high Flower: light pink, semi-double Flowering time: end of April

This little cherry tree, still too little used in our gardens, was introduced in 1907 by E.H. Wilson, who sent seeds from central China. Its leaves take on a magnificent yellow hue in autumn. Tree: upright, 6 m tall Flower: white, single Flowering season: April

Saint-Martin church in La Balme-de-Sillingy

In an old renovated inn, Eric the Chef and his wife Séverine will welcome you warmly for a traditonal or bistro-style meal in the heart of Albanais country.

A renovated farmhouse in the middle of the meadows, serving traditional and semi-gourmet fare. Specialities: coq au vin, reblochon cheese tart, Robin Redbreast house aperitif etc. Booking recommended. Terrace and children's playground.

The M, a gourmet restaurant, offers quality cuisine, simple and refined, a personalized welcome, a breathtaking panorama and many other secrets of which Domaine des Avenières is full.

A quiet spot in the centre of Annecy. An ideal location with no traffic. Enjoy a breath of fresh air fragrant with the scent of Mediterranean plants. Inside, a warm colour scheme ranging from blood red to aubergine creates a welcoming, exotic environment. On the Mediterranean-inspired menu, fish-lovers can enjoy tagines and skewers, with a dash of olive oil to bring out the flavours. L'Olivier also serves large platters and "crates" containing the dish of the day and a dessert.

Pizzeria, grilled meats, daily specials.

In the heart of the city, a friendly place. Tasty dishes mainly made ​​with local and seasonal products.

Fondue, raclette, tartiflette, as well as Café de Paris sirloin steak, fish, salads, grilled meats and a regularly changing seasonal menu. In the authentic atmosphere of an 18th-century building, in the very heart of the pedestrian area of Le Pâquier, Cédric and his team invite you to discover cuisine with or without cheese: local specialities for discerning gourmets that you can enjoy by the fireplace in the winter or on the terrace in the summer.

3 ecologically designed nature cabins to experience a bivouac shelter and unforgettable days! Next to forest and river, at the heart of an extraordinary farm, come and disconnect and recharge your batteries in unusual camps. La Ferme de Chosal is an amazing site encompassing agriculture, ecotourism, educational activities and Land Art... which welcomes all nature lovers and all differences. La Ferme offers you, as a home base for your experience, unusual accommodation in the middle of nature! Cabin facilities: A 140cm double bed and two 90cm single beds. Beds provided with fitted sheets and pillows. Gas hob. 20L jerrycan over a sink for washing and a small toilet (no shower at the camp) Instant gas heating. Photovoltaic lighting Picnic basket or breakfast on request and reservation

Simple accommodation in the centre of a pretty little village. Gite open to all: Compostela pilgrims, hikers ‘In the footsteps of the Huguenots’, ‘Les chemins du soleil’ mountain bikers. Dormitory with 12 beds. Shower and toilet. Fully equipped kitchen. View of the medieval castle ruins.

Logis de France with a restaurant serving traditional home cooking. Located near the Arcadium. Rooms for 1-4 guests / adjoining rooms available. We would like to welcome you for your business trips and holidays. Full-board, half-board and B&B available. Delicious dishes made using fresh produce.

If you need to rest, to recharge your batteries, to be in a quiet place to revise or to stay for a while in the region, the Maison du Grand Pré welcomes you for an individual stay in a quiet place, in a warm and caring environment. 10 km from Annecy, in a quiet and restful place, enjoy the warm welcome of the sisters of the Cross. You will find 16 single or double rooms with private bathroom, restaurant, wellness area (sauna, hammam, massages possible) as well as 6 rooms for your meetings, seminars, physical or artistic activities. Private parking.

Hôtel Novel welcomes guests to a warm setting with a friendly team. The hotel is on a leafy street to the lake in the beautiful town of Annecy. Our 68 stylish and functional rooms were renovated in 2012 (3 disabled-friendly). Our fully air-conditioned hotel lies in a quiet area with free public car parks and free Wi-Fi. Soak up our two shaded terraces at the restaurant and bar. Groups are welcome and we provide tours so you can explore our beautiful region. Free coach parking.

This early 20th-century country house has a sense of calm and harmony. Enjoy its sumptuous drawing rooms and fine dining prepared by Marc Le Roux. 60-hectare estate, panoramic view of the mountains from Mont Blanc to the lake at Annecy. Avenières will please even the most discerning palates. Set in 60 hectares of grounds in Haute-Savoie, this unusual place was built in 1907 for an eccentric couple. After it became a hotel, it retained many of its original features such as the chapel with its gold mosaics. The outstanding surroundings, bedrooms steeped in spellbinding charm, creative elegant cuisine and exceptional amenities providing a sense of real well-being allow guests to pay homage to the best things in life with a sense of poetry, romanticism and sheer passion.

A beautiful building with swimming pool, you will appreciate the warm welcome at La Chenaz, just as you will enjoy your stay, as everything is provided in these two pleasant guest rooms. Elegant attic rooms in a beautiful villa with pool, summer kitchen and garden between Geneva and Annecy. Pleasant setting, close to the Way of St James. Evening meals on request. ‘Rose’ twin bedroom, private bathroom and toilet. ‘Jaune’ double bedroom, private bathroom and toilet. Garden, boules court, swimming pool, private parking.

The hotel Les Terrasses welcomes you in the center of Annecy for your stay in a room with breakfast option. Access to a large shaded garden and several terraces. Private pay parking and bike rental. A warm welcome! A family-run hotel for four generations, Sarah and her team will welcome you with a smile in a warm and relaxing setting. Come and relax in our shady garden and discover all our other services! Just a stone's throw from Annecy's pedestrian streets and old town, you'll find the ideal room for your vacation or business trip. You can choose a double or twin bedded room, as well as our family rooms. Each room has its own bathroom or shower (shower gel, hairdryer and towel warmer), telephone, wifi, television, safe, desk, mini-fridge, courtesy tray and air conditioning. Breakfast is optional. We offer a continental buffet. We'd like you to discover our local products. A bar service with cocktails and local wines is also available. Come and enjoy your coffee-croissant or sip your cocktail on the deckchairs in our garden! Private parking (subject to availability). We also offer a bicycle rental service: fully-equipped electric or classic bikes. The personalized welcome and charm of the premises add up to the comfort of a modern hotel. There's no doubt that you'll feel right at home at Hotel Les Terrasses!

In the center of Annecy, just a few minutes from the shores of the lake, the hotel welcomes you for your next tourist or business stay. The hotel is based in central Annecy just a 5 minute walk from the station and 10 minutes from the old town and lakeside. The hotel has 133 air-conditioned and functional rooms, a fine dining restaurant, bar, conference centre, free gym. Superfast Wi-Fi throughout the hotel.