With its canals, cobbled streets, and medieval houses set against a dramatic mountain backdrop, Annecy is a contender for one of the cutest towns in France. Known as the "Venice of the Alps", it was ...

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Annecy, often called the “Venice of the Alps,” lies in Haute-Savoie near the Swiss border. Visitors admire its turquoise lake, historic center, and surrounding alpine landscapes.