Famous bathing lake · France
Lake Annecy
Lake Annecy has 14 officially rated bathing spots, 13 of them currently with excellent water quality according to the EEA (as of June 2026).
Lac d'Annecy in the French Alps is widely considered one of the cleanest lakes in Europe, with glacier-fed turquoise waters framed by dramatic alpine scenery in the Rhône-Alpes region. Its shoreline is dotted with official EU bathing spots, nearly all rated 'excellent' for water quality. Families will love Annecy Les Marquisats near the charming old town, while Menthon Municipale offers a scenic setting beneath a fairy-tale castle. For a peaceful escape, Doussard Municipale at the southern tip sits in a tranquil natural setting ideal for relaxation. Water sports enthusiasts gravitate toward Veyrier Le Plant, tucked into a calm bay. The eastern shore around Talloires Municipale and Talloires Espace Lac-Cassines rewards those seeking stunning mountain backdrops away from the crowds. Whether you prefer lively beaches or secluded coves, nextlake.eu helps you find every official EU bathing spot at Lac d'Annecy with real-time water quality data and easy navigation.
All bathing spots
- Annecy ImperialExcellent
- Annecy Les MarquisatsExcellent
- Annecy-Le-Vieux AlbignyExcellent
- Doussard MunicipaleExcellent
- Duingt MunicipaleExcellent
- Menthon MunicipaleExcellent
- Saint-Jorioz MunicipaleExcellent
- Sevrier Les Choseaux_clos BerthetExcellent
- Sevrier MunicipaleExcellent
- Talloires Espace Lac-CassinesExcellent
- Talloires MunicipaleExcellent
- Veyrier La BruneExcellent
- Veyrier Le PlantExcellent
- Talloires AngonGood
FAQ
Can you swim in Lake Annecy?
Yes, swimming at Lac d'Annecy is highly recommended. The lake has 14 official EU bathing sites that are regularly monitored.
Is the water clean?
The water quality at Lac d'Annecy is excellent. 13 out of 14 bathing sites are rated 'excellent' and one is rated 'good'.
Where can you swim?
There are 14 official bathing sites spread around Lac d'Annecy. You can find all locations with maps and details on nextlake.eu.
How many bathing spots are there?
Lac d'Annecy has 14 official EU bathing sites in total. 13 are rated 'excellent' and 1 is rated 'good'.