Lake Geneva is undoubtedly the one of the 4 Savoie Mont Blanc lakes that gives the greatest taste for the open sea, due to its size and its seaside atmosphere. An unforgettable day tour !
- Yvoire and the Garden of 5 Senses
- Chateau de Ripaille and wine tasting
- Evian
The medieval village of Yvoire, listed as one of the “most beautiful
villages of France”, is just an hour’s journey from Annecy. Discover the
charm of this one-time fishing village and enjoy an enchanting moment
in the Garden of Five Senses.
Time for lunch and tasting one of the local specialities – Lake Geneva perch fillets – then on to visit the Château de Ripaille.
This former Carthusian monastery, which was once a residence of the
Dukes of Savoie, weaves its incredible web of history and nature. The
buildings and surrounding gardens will enchant you. Then indulge in some
AOC local wine tasting at the end of your visit, in the castle’s
historic cellar.
Next stop, just a few kilometres away, is Evian, famous throughout the
world for its mineral water. You will discover the history of this town
from the Middle Ages to the current day and, during your visit, you’ll
get a chance to drink “water from the fountains”, real Evian® water.