Le Pâquier

About

Le Pâquier is Annecy’s vast lakeside esplanade, a beloved open space that stretches for nearly seven hectares along the shore. Once used as grazing land, it has become the city’s green heart, where residents and visitors gather for leisure, festivals, and grand celebrations. Its wide lawns invite picnics, strolls, and family outings, while the panoramic views of Lac d’Annecy and the surrounding mountains make it one of the most photographed spots in the region. The esplanade is also a stage for major cultural events, including the famous Fête du Lac, where fireworks light up the sky above the water. Accessible and welcoming, Le Pâquier embodies Annecy’s spirit of community and natural beauty, offering a place where everyday life and extraordinary moments meet against the backdrop of the Alps.

Annecy France

Location

Le Pâquier is located along Promenade Jacquet at the northern edge of Lake Annecy in central Annecy, Haute-Savoie, France, forming a vast 7-hectare grassy esplanade directly on the lakeshore. This open promenade serves as the city's main gathering space, offering stunning vistas of the lake's turquoise waters and encircling Alps, with easy pedestrian access from the surrounding streets. Immediately adjacent lies the Pont des Amours footbridge connecting to the Jardins de l'Europe park, complete with pedal boat rentals and playgrounds for family outings. A quick walk across the canal reaches Annecy's Vieille Ville old town, featuring the Palais de l'Isle museum, vibrant markets, and the Château d'Annecy, while the nearby waterfront buzzes with cafés and ice cream vendors.