Cycling around Lake Annecy

We cycled south from our campsite on the excellent cycle path to start the 41km circuit of Lake Annecy. We got some stunning views at our first stop after a few kms.

The next stop was a nature reserve on the south of the lake that we walked around for a few kilometers. There were natural orchids and interesting paths through the area.

We then moved on to find an interesting spot for lunch - a ramshackle cabin where we had an unhealthy lunch of burger and chips - but it tasted good when we were so hungry.

With full bellies we then had to tackle the big hill on the route - up some hairpin bends. We walked up the hill which took some time - and then very much enjoyed the long downhill section taking us nearly to Annecy.

At Annecy we found a good lakeside icecream spot and recovered our energy to do the last 11km stretch.

We made it back to the campsite and enjoyed a swim in the lake. It was cooling off so this was the first evening we needed to wear a jumper. We had a good catch up with the Steve and Anne Marie from Eastbourne for a few drinks. It was good to talk with like minded people - who speak English! We were not the last people in bed at 11pm.