The Lake In Annecy, France Part III

Lac D'Annecy, Annecy Lake, is a beautiful place to stroll around. After walking around the more enclosed streets of the Old Town it makes for a great treat to get out into the open spaces by the lake.




Continuing the entire way along the canal, shortly after reaching the Palace of the Island, or the Old Prison, as it is often called, the walkway opens out onto the lake.



The vistas looking toward the mountains are beautiful.





There are small cruise boats that go round the lake, and this one here has its mascot very close, tagging along behind; Le Cygne means 'The Swan'.














It's also possible to rent individual boats to go out on the water to see the views.













There are boats docked everywhere.









The water is an amazing sparkling turquoise color. The small island gives it an exotic atmosphere.
Walking along the path is very refreshing, with park and greenery on one side, water on the other, and lake and mountains all around.



Returning in the direction of town and turning right along the bay, the path comes to a bridge called the 'Bridge of Love', Le Pont des Amours, crossing a canal inlet. Looking down the canal there is a magnificent tree-lined view with very quaint boats moored along it.Further along there are even pedalo boats for anyone energetic wanting to have fun splashing and getting around on their own steam.



This is also a perfect place for a picnic, and to laze around on the grass, enjoying the scenery and the sun.



Looking up the hill behind the town, the fifteenth century Church of Saint-Maurice can be seen.














After taking some time by the lake it makes for an interesting contrast to go back into the narrow streets to explore the shops and architecture on the old street behind the canal. Stay tuned to go there next time!