Rivage Hotel & Spa, a dream stopover for cyclists on the shores of Lake Annecy

Cycling enthusiasts, Rivage Hôtel & Spa welcomes you to the shores of Lake Annecy for a rejuvenating—and active—getaway! Bike paths, routes to the lake’s most beautiful villages, and a complete tour of Lake Annecy: here’s everything you need to know to enjoy the region by bike from our hotel.

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From the Annecy train station to Rivage Hotel & Spa

From the Annecy train station, head toward the lake by following the bike paths. As you pass through downtown, you can head toward Bonlieu: the Annecy Tourist Office is along the way, should you need information or advice.

Then continue toward the lake, and follow the lakeshore toward Albigny Beach and Petit Port. Rivage Hotel & Spa is located on the lakeshore at 33 Avenue du Petit Port. It’s a pleasant ride and can easily be done by bike in about 15 to 20 minutes.

We hope you have a wonderful trip and look forward to welcoming you to Rivage Hotel & Spa!

• A. Annecy Train Station
• B. Tourist Information Office
• C. Albigny
• D. Rivage Hotel & Spa

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Bike paths around Rivage Hotel & Spa

From Rivage Hôtel & Spa, you can easily reach the bike path that runs along the lake. When you leave the hotel, head toward the Petit Port, then follow the bike path toward Annecy or, in the other direction, toward Veyrier-du-Lac and the villages around the lake.

Several popular destinations are easily accessible by bike:

• Annecy & its Old Town
• Albigny Beach
• Veyrier-du-Lac
• Menthon-Saint-Bernard
• Talloires
• Doussard, for the more athletic among you
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The bike path offers a pleasant and safe route with magnificent views of the lake and the mountains, allowing you to fully enjoy the scenery and explore the area around the hotel at your own pace.

Feel free to ask the front desk for advice: we'd be happy to recommend the best routes based on your destination and what you'd like to do!

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A Bike Ride Around Lake Annecy

To fully enjoy the magnificent scenery of Lake Annecy, we recommend starting your tour around the lake heading toward Veyrier-du-Lac, then continuing on to Menthon-Saint-Bernard, Talloires, and Doussard, before returning along the western shore toward Annecy.

Note: If you choose to ride the route in the opposite direction, the stretch between Talloires and Montmin includes a steep and fairly challenging climb. Without an e-bike, it’s a tough climb!

We therefore recommend that you take the route from Veyrier-du-Lac → Talloires → Doussard → West Shore, especially if you're not used to hilly terrain.

A walk around the lake lets you explore the main villages and enjoy magnificent views of the lake and the mountains. Plan on spending half a day to a full day, depending on your pace and the breaks you’d like to take.

Places to explore along the route: Veyrier-du-Lac, Menthon-Saint-Bernard, Talloires, Doussard, Duingt, Saint-Jorioz, and Annecy.