Essential Guide to Annecy, the 'Venice of the Alps'

"Tucked away in leafy Annecy‑le‑Vieux, this historic manor‑turned‑hotel is an intimate, rustic‑chic retreat of just 11 rooms circling an infinity pool overlooking Lake Annecy, and its eponymous three‑Michelin‑starred restaurant helmed by Chef Franck Derouet is a destination in itself, paying homage to the natural surroundings with a meat‑free menu heavy on fish from local lakes; it’s one of the reasons the Lake Annecy area boasts such a high concentration of Michelin stars." - Lane Nieset Lane Nieset Lane Nieset is a travel writer from Miami who has lived in France for the past decade. From Paris, she covers a mix of lifestyle, wine, food, and design for publications including Food & Wine, Condé Nast Traveler, Vogue, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines