Nicknamed “the Venice of the Alps”, Annecy is one of the most picturesque canal cities in the world. Nestled on the northern tip of Lake Annecy, the Thiou river travels through the city’s postcard-worthy old town, forming smaller more peaceful canalways. With its colourful antique houses, flower-lined river banks and charming bridges overlooking the green-tinged water against a breathtaking mountain backdrop, the canal is a real gem of southeast France.

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