Thiou, River in Annecy, France
The Thiou River flows for 3.5 kilometers from Lake Annecy through the city center before joining the Fier River near Cran-Gevrier.
During the Middle Ages, the river supported numerous mills that powered flour production and contributed to local manufacturing development.
The river paths feature street art displays on large pylons, with temporary exhibitions adding to the outdoor gallery experience.
Multiple bridges cross the Thiou, connecting different sections of Annecy while providing access to restaurants and shops along its banks.
Near Cran-Gevrier, an old dam has been converted into an artificial wave installation where freshwater surfing takes place.
Location: Annecy
Address: Thiou, 74960 Annecy, France 74960 Annecy
GPS coordinates: 45.90940,6.09806
Latest update: May 24, 2025 13:17
Annecy is found between the lake water and the mountains. The old town can be explored on foot, along the Thiou and its canals lined with colorful buildings. You can see the Isle Palace, an old jail from the 12th century on a small island, and the Annecy Castle, sitting above the roofs from its medieval walls. The Pont des Amours gives a clear view of the lake, while the Gardens of Europe invite walks. Around the city, the lake is good for swimming and water sports. There is a bike trail, about 42 km long, that circles the lake. It passes by beaches and small ports. Further up, Parmelan and the Glières Plateau offer forest and mountain meadow trips, with views of the Alps. The area also has some castles like Montrottier with its octagonal tower, and Clermont with Renaissance galleries. In summer, markets fill the squares, and the terraces near the water become busy. In winter, the first snows fall on the Aravis mountains. Every season changes the look of the place and gives a new reason to visit again.
Palais de l'Isle
2.5 km
Château d'Annecy
2.5 km
Jardins de l'Europe d'Annecy
2.8 km
St. Peter's Cathedral
2.4 km
Église Notre-Dame-de-Liesse d'Annecy
2.4 km
Saint-François-de-Sales church
2.6 km
Église Saint-Maurice
2.6 km
Annecy Town Hall
2.7 km
Office de Tourisme d'Annecy
2.4 km
Haras national d'Annecy
2.3 km
Museum-Castle of Annecy
2.5 km
Musée-Château d'Annecy
2.5 km
Quai des Clarisses
2.3 km
Pathé Annecy
2.1 km
Hôtel de Sales d'Annecy
2.4 km
Ancien Hôtel de Ville d'Annecy
2.4 km
Magasin, 1 rue Jean-Jacques Rousseau, Annecy
2.5 km
Magasin, 35 rue Sainte-Claire, Annecy
2.3 km
Annecy war memorial
2.6 km
Nouvelle église Notre-Dame-de-l'Annonciation d'Annecy
646 m
Fontaine de la rue de l'Île
2.5 km
Église du Sacré-Cœur de Cran-Gevrier
892 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette de Beauregard
814 m
Quai Madame de Warens
2.3 km
Église Saint-Étienne-du-Pont-Neuf de Cran-Gevrier
1.9 km
Pipe organ by Nicolas-Antoine Lété
2.4 km
Magasin, 13 rue Royale, Annecy
2.2 km
Magasin, 19 rue du Pâquier
2.4 kmReviews
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