Things to do in Aix-les-Bains

Magnificent view from the summit when the sky is clear: Lake Bourget on one side, Mont Blanc on the other.

Annecy's old town sits right by the lake, with canals winding through it like a spider web. Colorful old houses line the cobblestone streets, their windowsills adorned with flowers. The Palais de l'Île, nestled in the middle of the canal, is a photogenic triangular structure. People sunbathe on the lakeside grass, the water so clear you can see the fish. Walking along the canal, you'll inevitably encounter ice cream shops; a stroll around will leave you with two empty cups in your hands.