Annecy, with its emblematic lake and enchanting Alpine setting, is an ideal destination for a winter break in Haute-Savoie. Ideally situated between several mountain ranges, the town offers a multitude of winter activities in an exceptional environment.
Downhill skiing, Nordic skiing, snowshoe trekking, tobogganing or even contemplating snow-covered panoramas, the Impérial Palace hotel is the ideal starting point for an authentic mountain experience just a stone's throw from the resorts.
Aravis Mountain's range:
a paradise for snowy leisure activities
- La Clusaz, a resort with the Famille+ label, is a charming Alpine village where families can enjoy their daily activities. Its ski area offers magnificent routes for snowshoe trekking and ski touring, as well as downhill ski slopes for all levels.
We'd also like to take this opportunity to point out that the PVG Group, to which we've belonged since 2014, has its family roots there.
- Le Grand-Bornand is renowned for its nordic ski area, offering more than 70 km of trails set in an exceptional natural setting with an authentic Savoyard heritage.
Less than an hour from Annecy, these resorts also offer other winter activities such as dog-sleigh rides and marked trails for walks in an enchanting snow-covered mid-mountain setting.
Semnoz:
a winter playground for all the family
Located just 15km from Annecy, Le Semnoz is an ideal place for a day out in the great outdoors. A small family resort, its Nordic ski area offers exceptional scenery, with trails winding through forests and mountain pastures. There are signposted routes for snowshoe trekking, a toboggan run and two areas dedicated to snowkiting.
The viewpoints offer spectacular 360° panoramic views of the Mont Blanc chain, Lake Annecy and Aix-les-Bains surroundings.
Chamonix:
a legendary town & mountain in the heart of the Alps
Chamonix, world-famous for its history and unique mountain atmosphere, is a must-visit destination in Haute-Savoie. At the foot of Mont Blanc Mountain, this dynamic town attracts lovers of nature and discovery with its many winter activities:
- Access to the Aiguille du Midi for a breathtaking view of the Alpine peaks,
- Snowshoe trekking through breathtaking scenery,
- Visit the Iced Sea, one of the largest glaciers in the Alps.
Chamonix is about 1 hour's drive from Annecy and can also be reached by bus.
The major resorts of the Alps:
renowned ski resorts
Annecy is also a gateway to the major ski resorts of the Alps. Courchevel, Méribel, Flaine, Les Gets, Avoriaz, Val Thorens and many others are among the largest and most famous ski resorts in Europe. All within easy reach of Annecy, these resorts offer the perfect combination of peaceful countryside and wide-open ski slopes.
Stay at the Imperial Palace Hotel:
comfort in the heart of Annecy
Whether you're looking for an overnight stay before heading off to your destination, or for a holiday combining urban pleasures with mountain activities, Annecy is the ideal address.
Enjoy the comfort of the Hôtel**** Impérial Palace, gourmet moments or well-being at the Cristal Spa for a stay between lake and mountains during your winter holidays in Haute-Savoie.