The most beautiful beaches on Lake Annecy

The waters of Lake Annecy are around 24°C in summer. In fact, this stretch of water right in the heart of the mountains is teeming with beautiful beaches to cool off on between hikes. We've taken a look at the 4 most beautiful beaches in the capital of Haute-Savoie.

To make sure you have a trouble-free day on the beaches of Lake Annecy, we recommend you pack a few essentials in your rucksack:

• Towel and swimming costume

We don't need to introduce them any more, but they're easy to forget.

We advise you to take a spare towel just in case!

• Sun cream

The summer essential. Don't forget to apply it regularly, especially after swimming. We recommend an SPF of over 30 for good protection.

• Baby powder

Whether you're a child or not, talcum powder will get rid of any residual sand before you get into the car or your holiday accommodation. Simply sprinkle some on your feet and hands before rubbing and the sand will disappear.

• Water shoes

Although access to the beaches is relatively easy on Lake Annecy, jellyfish, flip-flops or other water shoes will help you avoid the inconvenience caused by rocks.

• Mosquito repellent

The sunsets seen from Annecy's beaches are incredibly peaceful. It would be a shame to be bothered by mosquitoes during these magical moments.

• An activity...

Whether you prefer beach volleyball, reading or knitting, don't forget to take something with you to keep you busy.

The Plage de l'Impérial is certainly Annecy's most popular beach. And with good reason, this beach just a few minutes from the town has everything you could want for a relaxing day by the water. There are slides for the children, picnic areas under the shade of the trees and beach volleyball courts. For a quiet day at the water's edge, Moon Beach lends its wooden terrace and sunbathing mattresses to its 600 m² private beach of fine sand. The swimming pontoon offers safe access to bathers and a mini gulf is located just behind the beach.

The beach is subject to a charge during the high season and has a car park nearby. Price: €4.40, concessions €2.70, under 5s free.

Where to eat on Imperial Beach?

Moon Beach serves great salads and delicious burgers on Imperial Beach. You can relax with a cocktail on the wooden terrace.

Plage de la Brune is accessible from the cycle path. Just 20 minutes by bike from Annecy, this beach has a pontoon for bathers.

The gentle slope leading down to the water and the paddling pool for the little ones make it an ideal place for a family day out. As well as the clear, clean water, there are plenty of shady spots for a picnic or a siesta under the trees.

The beach has public toilets and floating chairs for the disabled. Access to the beach and parking are free.

Where to eat on La Brune beach?

Just a stone's throw from the sand, the Chalet de la Brune restaurant welcomes you in high season to eat on the wooden terrace or enjoy a sandwich at the snack bar.

No sand in your shoes on the beach at Menthon-Saint-Bernard. This vast expanse of lawn offers access to the water via floating pontoons, diving boards and steps. Situated on the eastern shore of Lake Annecy, the beach offers activities for children and parents alike, including a beach volleyball court, boules pitch and children's play areas.

You can walk along the beach towards the port to discover the Philibert Dorier pedestrian promenade.

The beach is supervised and charges apply during the high season: €2.60; under-16s €1.20; under-4s free.

Where to eat on the beach at Menthon-Saint-Bernard?

The Plage restaurant serves pizzas, burgers and cocktails from 10am to 10pm during the summer season.

Angon's tranquil beach is criss-crossed by shallow streams in which you can swim with the little ones. This stretch of greenery boasts a mesmerising view of the mountains of Lake Annecy. For a day at the water's edge, you can also play a game of pétanque or beach volleyball.