A swim in town, a lawn on the east shore or a stop at the southern end: compare beaches by area and plan your lakeside day.
Three beaches for swimming and a walk in town.
30 avenue d’Albigny, Annecy
A grassy beach near Impérial Palace, reached by the lakeside promenade. Admission is charged during the published summer period.
Good to know Seasonal lifeguards only: check dates, flags and on-site notices.
Les Marquisats, Annecy
A beach near the old town on the west shore. Seasonal inclusive facilities help with water access; contact the town to prepare your visit.
Good to know Seasonal lifeguards only: check dates, flags and on-site notices.
Albigny, Annecy-le-Vieux
A lakeside favourite in Annecy-le-Vieux, with beach and lawns beside the Albigny bay promenade.
Good to know Seasonal lifeguards only: check dates, flags and on-site notices.
From Veyrier to Angon, lakeside stops below the mountains.
Veyrier-du-Lac
A grassy beach with sunny and shaded areas in Veyrier-du-Lac. Entry is free; nearby parking may be charged seasonally.
Good to know Seasonal lifeguards only: check dates, flags and on-site notices.
Route de la Plage, Menthon-Saint-Bernard
A municipal beach on the east shore, ideal with a lakeside walk. Admission and lifeguards follow a summer timetable.
Good to know Seasonal lifeguards only: check dates, flags and on-site notices.
Plage municipale, Talloires-Montmin
The beach in central Talloires is close to the bay and village. Works affected the site in 2026; check municipal updates before visiting.
Good to know Seasonal lifeguards only: check dates, flags and on-site notices.
Angon, Talloires-Montmin
Lawns, shaded areas and gradual water entry south of Talloires. Beach entry is free; nearby parking is charged.
Good to know Seasonal lifeguards only: check dates, flags and on-site notices.
Sevrier and Saint-Jorioz, also accessible by greenway.
Route de la Plage, Saint-Jorioz
Natural sand, lawns and mountain views on the west shore. Seasonal adapted water-access facilities; summer admission fee.
Good to know Seasonal lifeguards only: check dates, flags and on-site notices.
Plage municipale, Sevrier
A grassy beach edged with sand on the west shore. The greenway runs past the entrance for an easy cycling stop.
Good to know Seasonal lifeguards only: check dates, flags and on-site notices.
A swimming stop at the southern end of the lake.
Bout du Lac, Doussard
At the southern end, a beach of sand and lawn near the harbour. Nearby Bout du Lac reserve offers a walk on its authorised paths.
Good to know Seasonal lifeguards only: check dates, flags and on-site notices.
No places match these filters. Try another area or reset the filters.
To stay near the centre, consider Albigny, Impérial or Marquisats. On the west shore, combine Sevrier or Saint-Jorioz with the greenway. On the east shore, choose one beach between Veyrier, Menthon and Talloires and enjoy your time there.
Lifeguards operate only on specific dates and at set times. Check flags, notices and municipal information on the day. Beach admission and parking may have separate charges; plan your return journey too.
Choose a beach with your journey from your accommodation in mind. Town beaches fit a walk; for other shores, check transport and current access restrictions.
Albigny, Impérial and Marquisats appear under “In Annecy”. Choose according to your starting point and walking or cycling route.
No. Impérial, Menthon-Saint-Bernard and Saint-Jorioz may charge in summer. Check dates and fees and distinguish admission from parking.
No. Lifeguards are seasonal and hours vary by beach. Check local notices and flags.