No visit to Annecy would be complete without a breathtaking loop around Lake Annecy, the cleanest Lake in Europe. The ‘Pearl in the box ‘surrounded by the Forrest mountain of Semnoz on the west and the massive La Tournette (2351m) and the Grand Alps to the east.
Leaving Annecy old town at a leisurely pace and enjoying every pedal stroke as we take advantage of the amazing bike path, this converted railway line makes for the perfect ride and photo opportunities on route, it’s not long before we are following the contour of this beautiful Lake. Exploring the tiny labyrinth of streets and passing homes from medieval times, with contrasting spectacular views around every corner as we head to the south side of the lake. It’s easy to understand why we have to include the Turquoise Waters of Lake Annecy route in your amazing France bike tour, so much to see in such a short period of time!
Why not slow life down in true French style and take a break by the side of Lake Annecy with a restaurant lunch experience to remember. One of the many pleasures experienced with a Practice Bicycle Tour, relax and enjoy wonderful food with spectacular views that will stay in your memory forever.

One of the many pleasures of your Lake Annecy bike rides is the opportunity to explore in all directions.
Our pick of the rides today is the tranquility of the French country lanes as we explore to the West of Annecy as our ride passes traditional tiny villages and away from the Grand Alps. The perfect ride route for discovering the most charming and historic villages of France, each building and monument telling a story from history and the flowers and pride in each village unique to French culture.
There’s always time for a wonderful lunch stop with your France bike tour and with the Practice Bicycle team’s local knowledge including over 20 years riding these roads makes for your premium cycling holiday and hidden gem lunch spots. One of their favorite restaurants is never too far away, with this rare find in the medieval village of Alby-sur-Cheran. This historic village looks like the clock stopped many years ago and this is also where the first bridge was built across the River Cheran between the main trading routes of Chambery and Annecy.
Time to return to the present day as we return to the most beautiful town in France, Annecy the “Baby Paris”.

One of our favorite areas awaits you today and one that we could spend all week exploring together, popular in winter with the skiing fraternity, just as breathtakingly peaceful in summer by bike. We head South out of Annecy and into the Park Massif des Bauges region, this area has a wonderful network and choice of quiet valley roads available to you, all with amazing sites and panoramic views.
Enjoy cycling at its very best with your Lake Annecy ride routes and work up an appetite for a lunch stop in our favorite ‘local’ village. This might be your favorite also after you’ve tasted Mark’s chocolate éclair or tarte aux fraise. If you have a more savory palate then don’t miss out on tasting Tome des Bauges, this unique cheese which name comes from the local dialect ‘toma’ meaning cheese made in mountain pastures, produced in this Regional Natural Park of the Bauges Mountain.
Surrounded by the huge mountain backdrop and listening to the sounds of village life, whether it’s the church bells ringing, or the passing farmer’s tractor immerse yourself in rural life of France for just a moment more.
Our ride home is spectacular with a gentle descent back into Annecy with amazing views of Lake Annecy and the French Alps around each corner, the most perfect photo opportunity!

We have had a truly remarkable cycling week with your Lake Annecy bike tour adventures so let’s finish the week in true French style with our last ride together into the heart of this regions country. This perfect ride show cases the rolling green fields of France surrounded by Mountains, Forrest’s and the spectacular jagged silhouette of the French Alps your backdrop to the day. You may think we have saved the best for last as these roads are truly breathtaking whether it’s the tiny lanes to the hidden Chateau de Montrottier, the idyllic villages we pass by or the hidden gem restaurant lunch in the country.
Today’s hidden gem is a refreshing break in a picture postcard setting during your France cycling adventures. Celebrate together with a classic French “menu d’jour” midday lunch on the terrace in the country with this special restaurant with fantastic cuisine, It’s just around the corner with Practice Bicycle Bike Tours.

What an ideal way to spend the day cycling from Lake Annecy with the best guided riding in the world stress free!

Departure Day and Its unfortunately time for your Lake Annecy bike tour adventures to draw to an end and so must the dream as we transfer you to Geneva Airport (Switzerland) for your onward travels.

Practice Bicycle Bike Tours wish you ‘Bon Voyage’, safe cycling until we PRACTICE BICYCLE together again