What outdoor activities are available near Annecy?

Near Annecy, you can go hiking, mountain biking, or horse riding in the hills, or get your adrenaline-fix paragliding or hot air ballooning over the lake. Sharp limestone cliffs, lush meadows, and forested valleys stretch south of Lake Annecy across the Haute-Savoie and Savoie. The vast Massif des Bauges Regional Nature Park has more than 85 miles of cross-country ski pistes, along with miles of hiking and mountain biking trails. You can also explore different options for camping near Annecy on Hipcamp.