What to do · Annecy
The Lake Greenway on a Hire Bike
Information
- From
- €20 per bike, half a day
- Duration
- 4 h
- Distance
- 33 km
- Season
- April to October
- Who it's for
- Families; trailers for children
- With a dog
- On a lead and on the edge of the lane; it is shared with bikes and skaters
What it is
The greenway leaves Annecy and follows the west shore of the lake for about 33 km to Marlens, on a lane separated from traffic with about 20 m of ascent. It passes Sévrier, Saint-Jorioz and Duingt, where the lake narrows between mountains, and continues towards Albertville. It is for bikes, roller skates, wheelchairs and walkers.
Hiring the bike
Roul' ma Poule has shops in the centre of Annecy, in Annecy-le-Vieux and in Sévrier, already on the greenway. Its 2026 rates: leisure bike €20 for half a day and €27 for the day; electric from €44 and €57; trailer for one or two children €15 and €20. There are also electric cargo bikes for families.
How far to go
Annecy–Duingt and back is about 25 km flat: half a day with a swim. To Marlens and back is over 60 km. The full circuit of the lake is about 40 km with 200 m of ascent and stretches with cars on the east shore. In autumn 2026 the road and the track at Talloires-Montmin are closed for works from 14 September to 18 December.
Tips
- Set off early in summer Before ten the greenway is clear; in the afternoon there is a lot of bike traffic.
- Ask for the trailer when booking Trailers and cargo bikes sell out on good days.
Frequently asked questions
Is it suitable for children?
Yes: it is flat and separated from cars. With small children, the trailer.
How much does it cost to hire a bike?
From €20 for half a day for a leisure bike, at Roul' ma Poule.
As a familyWith teenagersWith a dog
Who runs it
- Roul' ma PouleHire of VTC Confort "Tour du Lac" leisure bike Visit their website
