Discovery 1h – Big Lake

Visit Lake Annecy’s Big Lake while learning its history
Are you visiting Annecy and want to discover its superb lake? Hop aboard our boats right away for a one-hour Discovery Cruise!
Departing only from Annecy and with no stopovers, this narrated cruise lets you tour the “big lake” section. This boat trip is ideal for taking in the beauty of Lake Annecy—Europe’s purest lake—and its breathtaking Alpine setting. Available from March 1 to November 30.
Professional commentary will point out all the main sights around Lake Annecy and share its history.
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Duration
The narrated Discovery Cruise lasts 1 hour, with no stopover.
Boarding
Boarding takes place up to 15 minutes before departure, at Quai Bayreuth.
Fares
- Adults: €19
- Children (ages 4–12): €13.50
- Children (ages 0–3): €2
- Pets: €5
Ticketing
Tickets can be purchased at the physical ticket office in front of the boats, in the souvenir shop, or directly online.
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Practical information
Tickets can be purchased:
- online via our [booking system],
- directly on site at 2 Place aux Bois in Annecy at the souvenir shop,
- at the blue ticket offices on the Bayreuth or Napoléon quays.
For children aged 0–3, the Escape cruise fare is €2.
For children aged 4–12, the fare is €14.
Boarding takes place 15 minutes before departure. We recommend arriving early.
We have regular schedules in the summer season. However, they are subject to change. We recommend checking the booking calendar.
The route in detail