Geneva, Switzerland is a great city to visit. There are many things to see in Geneva, but sometimes people are fortunate to be able to spend more time in Geneva and would like to see some other places around the city. I was able to visit Geneva several times and I learned about a few beautiful places right around Geneva. They are all within driving distance and all make for a great day trip.
Visit Annecy, France and be stunned by amazing natural beauty.
Annecy is only about 45 minutes driving distance from Geneva, Switzerland and it makes for a great day trip. We loved this old town and we happened to visit on the largers Farmers’ Market in the whole year. Annecy has the most amazing location we’ve seen. It’s nestled in the mountains and the Annecy Lake is just gorgeous.
The drive from Geneva, Switzerland to Annecy, France is beautiful especially when getting closer to Annecy on the A41 freeway from Geneva. It’s a beautiful and short drive, so it’s worth all your time.
The town of Annecy is right by the lake.
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The best way to get to the lake and the old town is to look for signs pointing you to City Hall (Hotel de Ville). Once you get in the area try finding some parking and then just walk around the lake area and start walking up the canal.
For very cool pictures and tips, read my travel guide for Annecy, France.
Visit Chamonix, France and be in awe of the Alps
Another very cool day trip from Geneva, Switzerland is the small mountain village of Chamonix in France. Chamonix is located one hour away from Geneva on the A40 freeway. The drive from Geneva to Chamonix is just amazing! The French Alps line up the freeway and are looming right in front of you. It’s just really cool to see.
The village of Chamonix is charming in the summer.
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The village of Chamonix is the gateway to the French Alps and the Mont Blanc peak which is the talles peak in Europe. While the Alps are the main attraction at Chamonix, the village itself is a really quiet retreat from the busy life in Geneva.
For more tips on visiting Chamonix, France read my travel guide for Chamonix, France.
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