Annecy is a town in the Alps located 135 km from Lyon and 40 km from Geneva. Here, you will see Lake Annecy which is considered the cleanest in Europe. Annecy is famous for its Old Town with its cobbled streets, winding canals and houses painted in pastel colours. The medieval castle of Annecy, which was formerly the residence of the Counts of Geneva, is home to a museum with a beautiful view of the city. The museum offers items of regional cultural heritage such as Alpine furniture or religious writings, as well as an exhibition on natural history.