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Annecy self-guided walking tour

Annecy's Architecture: From the Middle Ages to the Belle Époque

Discover the architectural diversity of Annecy on a guided walk from the medieval old town to the picturesque lakeshore. Explore fortified castles, hidden Renaissance houses, and elegant neoclassical palaces while tracing the urban development of the 'Venice of the Alps.' This tour offers deep insights into the history of Savoy and the functional aesthetics of Alpine architecture.

Audio tourSelf-guidediOS & Android
96minutes
2.5 kmdistance
12stops
Audio guideFormat
Annecy's Architecture: From the Middle Ages to the Belle Époque
Sebleouf / CC BY-SA 4.0

Stops on this route

This tour works well for first-time visitors, weekend trips, and travelers who want to explore Annecy without a fixed tour time.

Route map for Annecy walking tour

Map for Annecy walking tour with 12 stops
The static map shows the tour route with Rue Sainte-Claire, Château d'Annecy, Palais de l'Isle, Maison Lambert, and 8 more stops.

Stops along the route

All stops on this self-guided tour at a glance.

  1. Rue Sainte-Claire in Annecy
    Sebleouf / CC BY-SA 4.0

    1Rue Sainte-ClaireSquare

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Named after: Clare of Assisi · Wikidata

  2. Château d'Annecy in Annecy
    GFreihalter / CC BY-SA 4.0

    2Château d'AnnecyCastle

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1200 · Wikidata

  3. Palais de l'Isle in Annecy
    GFreihalter / CC BY-SA 4.0

    3Palais de l'IsleCastle

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Wikidata

  4. Maison Lambert in Annecy
    Chabe01 / CC BY-SA 4.0

    4Maison LambertCastle

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Wikidata

  5. Cathédrale Saint-Pierre in Annecy
    Torsade de Pointes / CC0

    5Cathédrale Saint-PierreChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Built: 1600 · Style: Renaissance architecture … · Named after: Saint Peter · Wikidata

  6. Ancien Hôtel de Ville d'Annecy in Annecy
    Mirej / CC BY-SA 3.0

    6Ancien Hôtel de Ville d'AnnecyBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Wikidata

  7. Église Notre-Dame-de-Liesse in Annecy
    Patrick from Compiègne, France / CC BY-SA 2.0

    7Église Notre-Dame-de-LiesseChurch

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Style: Neoclassical architecture · Named after: Mary · Wikidata

  8. Hôtel de Sales in Annecy
    GFreihalter / CC BY-SA 4.0

    8Hôtel de SalesBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Wikidata

  9. Le Pâquier in Annecy
    Florian Pépellin / CC BY-SA 3.0

    9Le PâquierPark

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Wikidata

  10. Île des Cygnes in Annecy
    Tiia Monto / CC BY-SA 3.0

    10Île des Cygnes

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Wikidata

  11. Les Jardins de l'Europe in Annecy
    Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France / CC BY 2.0

    11Les Jardins de l'EuropePark

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Wikidata

  12. Annecy Town Hall in Annecy
    Chabe01 / CC BY-SA 4.0

    12Annecy Town HallBuilding

    A selected stop on this self-guided route.

    Architect: François Justin · Style: Neoclassical architecture · Wikidata

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Frequently asked questions

The key answers before you start.

Is this a self-guided audio tour?

Yes. In the CityTour AI app (iOS and Android), this is a self-guided audio tour for Annecy — start anytime, at your own pace, with map, stops, and audio narration.

What will you see on this tour?

On this tour you'll see, among others, Rue Sainte-Claire, Château d'Annecy, Palais de l'Isle, Maison Lambert, Cathédrale Saint-Pierre, Ancien Hôtel de Ville d'Annecy and more sights.

Where does the tour start?

The route starts at Rue Sainte-Claire and ends at Annecy Town Hall. You can start anytime — the app guides you to the first stop.

How long does the tour take?

About 96 minutes for 12 stops — at your own pace, with breaks whenever you like.

How much does the tour cost?

This tour costs 15 credits. The exact price depends on the pack you buy and your country — roughly $5.

Is it an outdoor tour — are entry tickets included?

Yes, it's an outdoor tour: the sights are viewed from the outside. Entry tickets are not included, and step-free access cannot be guaranteed.

Is the audio guide available in my language?

The tour and audio guide are available in English, Deutsch, Français, Español, Italiano and 7 more languages. You pick your language in the app.

Can I use the tour offline?

Yes. Tours can be used offline.

Can I ask the AI questions along the way?

Yes. At every stop you can ask the AI directly if you want to know more or didn't understand something.