Photo-guided walking directions

Walking Directions in Annecy

Annecy's Vieille Ville is built on canals - bridges repeat, pastel facades all look alike, and the lanes double back along the water. The Palais de l'Isle sits in the middle of the Thiou, and every corner offers the same postcard view. imhere photographs each bridge and passage so you find your hotel, your lakeside restaurant and your way back to the water.

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How to navigate Annecy old town

Start from the Palais de l'Isle, the church of Saint-Maurice or the lake promenade. Follow the photos past the canal bridges and the flower boxes. Where two identical bridges cross the Thiou, the photo of the railing or the cafe terrace tells you which one to take.

From the airport to Annecy

From Geneva (GVA): bus or shuttle to Annecy (~1 hour, Alps Shuttle or FlixBus). From Lyon (LYS): direct TER train or bus (~2 hours). Save an imhere route from the bus stop for the final walk through the old town's lanes to your hotel.
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Frequently asked questions

How does imhere work?
Every route is a series of step-by-step photos with short directions. Open the route at your pickup point, then follow each photo.
Do I need GPS in Annecy's old town?
No. The canal bridges and identical pastel lanes confuse GPS; photos of the bridges and terraces guide you.
Does it work offline?
Yes. Routes work offline once opened - ideal for strolling the Vieille Ville without roaming data.
Is imhere free?
Viewing routes is free. Creating and sharing your own routes uses a small number of points, earned by registering and viewing routes.
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