{"id":220396,"date":"2026-06-05T13:37:33","date_gmt":"2026-06-05T11:37:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/?p=220396"},"modified":"2026-06-06T20:52:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-06T18:52:57","slug":"french-alps-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Road Trip Through the French Alps: Annecy, Chamonix &#038; Lakes (7 Days)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>France isn&#8217;t just endless fields of fragrant lavender, slow sips of pastis in the shade of plane trees, or romantic strolls beneath the Eiffel Tower in Paris. The moment you head east toward the Italian and Swiss borders, <strong>a completely different world opens up<\/strong> \u2014 one ruled by granite, ice, thin air, and adrenaline. The French Alps and their foothills are a region all their own, and they&#8217;ll pull you in instantly with their raw, uncompromising beauty. Here you stand at the threshold of the <strong>highest mountains in Western Europe<\/strong>, where you can admire Renaissance lanes in the morning, swim in a crystal-clear lake at noon, and watch melting glaciers in the afternoon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This itinerary takes you from a gastronomic metropolis through turquoise lakes all the way to breathtaking alpine peaks. The French treat their mountains with enormous respect, yet also with an engineer&#8217;s audacity that has let them <strong>build cable cars where you&#8217;d expect to find only eagles<\/strong>. Whether you crave high-altitude hiking, love cycling, or simply want to see the legendary Mont Blanc with your own eyes, this route serves up the very best of the entire region. Get ready for a journey that won&#8217;t hand you anything for free \u2014 but the <strong>memories will stay with you forever<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 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Take This Trip<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Practical_Info_Car_Transport_and_Budget\" >Practical Info: Car, Transport and Budget<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Day-by-Day_Itinerary\" >Day-by-Day Itinerary<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Day_1_Lyon_%E2%86%92_Grenoble\" >Day 1: Lyon \u2192 Grenoble<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Day_2_Grenoble_%E2%86%92_Aix-les-Bains\" >Day 2: Grenoble \u2192 Aix-les-Bains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Day_3_Aix-les-Bains_%E2%86%92_Annecy\" >Day 3: Aix-les-Bains \u2192 Annecy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Day_4_Annecy_%E2%86%92_Chamonix\" >Day 4: Annecy \u2192 Chamonix<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Day_5_Chamonix_and_the_Aiguille_du_Midi\" >Day 5: Chamonix and the Aiguille du Midi<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Day_6_The_Mont_Blanc_Valley_and_Alpine_Villages\" >Day 6: The Mont Blanc Valley and Alpine Villages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Day_7_Chamonix_%E2%86%92_Yvoire_and_Lake_Geneva\" >Day 7: Chamonix \u2192 Yvoire and Lake Geneva<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Where_to_Stay_Along_the_Route\" >Where to Stay Along the Route<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Where_to_Go_Next\" >Where to Go Next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Potrebuji_pro_vjezd_do_francouzskych_Alp_ekoplaketu\" >Pot\u0159ebuji pro vjezd do francouzsk\u00fdch Alp ekoplaketu?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Kolik_stoji_vyjezd_lanovkou_na_Aiguille_du_Midi\" >Kolik stoj\u00ed v\u00fdjezd lanovkou na Aiguille du Midi?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Daji_se_ve_Francii_platit_dalnicni_poplatky_kartou\" >Daj\u00ed se ve Francii platit d\u00e1lni\u010dn\u00ed poplatky kartou?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Kdy_je_nejlepsi_rezervovat_horske_chaty_na_Tour_du_Mont_Blanc\" >Kdy je nejlep\u0161\u00ed rezervovat horsk\u00e9 chaty na Tour du Mont Blanc?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Co_znamena_omezeni_na_Aiguille_du_Midi_v_roce_2026\" >Co znamen\u00e1 omezen\u00ed na Aiguille du Midi v roce 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Kdy_se_vyhnout_Alpam_kvuli_Tour_de_France_2026\" >Kdy se vyhnout Alp\u00e1m kv\u016fli Tour de France 2026?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/french-alps-road-trip\/#Najim_se_v_Lyonu_dobre_i_kdyz_nejim_maso\" >Naj\u00edm se v Lyonu dob\u0159e, i kdy\u017e nej\u00edm maso?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  <strong>Route length and time:<\/strong> The full loop measures roughly 450 to 550 kilometres, and ideally you should set aside a full 7 days so you never have to rush.<\/li>\n<li>  <strong>When to go:<\/strong> The best conditions for a road trip are in June and September, when you avoid the summer extremes and the roads aren&#8217;t yet jammed with crowds of tourists.<\/li>\n<li>  <strong>Main highlights:<\/strong> Gastronomic Lyon, the turquoise lake at Annecy, the rugged massifs around Grenoble, and the iconic view from the Aiguille du Midi.<\/li>\n<li>  <strong>Getting there:<\/strong> The easiest option is to fly into Lyon or Swiss Geneva, rent a car, and set off \u2014 bearing in mind you&#8217;ll have to pay tolls on the motorways.<\/li>\n<li>  <strong>Low-emission zones:<\/strong> To drive through bigger cities like Lyon or Grenoble you absolutely need a <strong>Crit&#8217;Air eco-sticker<\/strong>, otherwise you risk a hefty fine.<\/li>\n<li>  <strong>Watch out for 2026:<\/strong> In July the region will be paralysed by the famous Tour de France, and at the turn of May and June the <strong>main viewing terrace<\/strong> on the Aiguille du Midi will close.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_to_Take_This_Trip\"><\/span>When to Take This Trip<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Choosing the right dates is absolutely crucial in the French Alps, because the mountains don&#8217;t forgive planning mistakes and the weather here can be highly unpredictable. If you&#8217;re heading out on a road trip combined with sightseeing and light hiking, <strong>steer clear of the winter months<\/strong>, when the mountain passes are buried in snow and the region turns into one giant ski factory. Leave the period from December to April to the die-hard skiers heading for the endless resorts of the Three Valleys or the glacier at Tignes, and <strong>focus instead on late spring or early autumn<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ideal window for this route is <strong>June, or alternatively September<\/strong>, when the weather is fairly stable and the days are long enough. By June the valleys are already beautifully green, even though snow may still linger on the high mountain cols. September, on the other hand, offers gorgeously crisp light for photography and lets you <strong>dodge the main French summer holidays<\/strong>, which run through all of July and August. During summer, huge numbers of domestic tourists head into the mountains, accommodation prices soar, and endless queues form at the lakes and cable cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The year 2026 brings a major complication in the form of the <strong>Tour de France<\/strong>, which will have an extremely demanding alpine finale. Unless you&#8217;re a passionate cycling fan, you should definitely mark the third week of July in your calendar as a time not to drive into the Alps. The riders will battle the mythic climbs to the Plateau de Solaison, raced on 19 July, and will tackle the legendary 21 hairpins of Alpe d&#8217;Huez <strong>twice over<\/strong>, on 24 and 25 July. During these stages the peloton will also conquer the dreaded Galibier pass. On these days the roads will be completely impassable, the hotels hopelessly sold out, and the whole region will be swept up in an electrifying but, for the ordinary traveller, very restrictive frenzy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"435\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/annecy-lake-panorama-82f89f44.jpg\" alt=\"Practical info: car, transport and budget for the French Alps\" class=\"wp-image-210048\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/annecy-lake-panorama-82f89f44.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/annecy-lake-panorama-82f89f44-300x68.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/annecy-lake-panorama-82f89f44-700x159.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/annecy-lake-panorama-82f89f44-768x174.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/annecy-lake-panorama-82f89f44-1536x348.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/annecy-lake-panorama-82f89f44-696x158.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/annecy-lake-panorama-82f89f44-1392x315.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Guilhem Vellut from Annecy, France \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Info_Car_Transport_and_Budget\"><\/span>Practical Info: Car, Transport and Budget<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Exploring this corner of France takes a bit of logistical preparation, since local rules differ from those at home in many ways. Unless you drive over from the UK in your own car (which means crossing the Channel and a long haul), the most sensible option is to <strong>fly into Lyon or Geneva<\/strong> and pick up a rental car right at the airport. France doesn&#8217;t use the classic motorway vignette, but rather a system of toll booths called p\u00e9ages. Reckon on paying <strong>roughly \u20ac9.50 for every 100 kilometres<\/strong> driven on the motorway, which can noticeably bump up your total trip budget. On some newer stretches they&#8217;re switching to a barrier-free Free-Flow system, where you pay the toll online based on your number plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One absolutely essential thing that tourists often forget about is France&#8217;s low-emission zones, known by the abbreviation ZFE. The Constitutional Court confirmed their validity in 2026, so if you plan to drive into the wider centre of Lyon or Grenoble, you <strong>must have a Crit&#8217;Air eco-sticker on your windscreen<\/strong>. This sticker costs just \u20ac5.11, but you have to order it online well in advance, because you won&#8217;t be able to buy it on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Spot\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/doporucujeme\/the-spot-2\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">the spot<\/a> anywhere. On weekdays, only cars with a category 1 or 2 sticker may enter the cities, while older diesels are out of luck and risk a <strong>fine of \u20ac68 to \u20ac375<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for a rough budget for 2026, France is certainly not a cheap destination. A lunch menu in an ordinary restaurant runs between \u20ac15 and \u20ac25, while dinner will set you back at least \u20ac20 to \u20ac35 per person. The mountain attractions will be a big line item \u2014 just <strong>a return ticket on the Aiguille du Midi cable car costs \u20ac81 to \u20ac83<\/strong> depending on the season. You&#8217;ll find decent accommodation for around \u20ac100 a night, but in tourist hubs like Annecy or Chamonix expect prices from \u20ac130 upwards, especially if you don&#8217;t book several months ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day-by-Day_Itinerary\"><\/span>Day-by-Day Itinerary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This seven-day road trip is designed so you experience a gradual transition from urban culture all the way to rugged alpine wilderness. You&#8217;ll travel at a steady pace, without any pointless long drives, and <strong>each day offers completely different scenery<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-1-lyon-grenoble-4bb1ea17.jpg\" alt=\"Day 1: Lyon to Grenoble\" class=\"wp-image-209618\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-1-lyon-grenoble-4bb1ea17.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-1-lyon-grenoble-4bb1ea17-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-1-lyon-grenoble-4bb1ea17-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-1-lyon-grenoble-4bb1ea17-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-1-lyon-grenoble-4bb1ea17-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-1-lyon-grenoble-4bb1ea17-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-1-lyon-grenoble-4bb1ea17-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: DimiTalen \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_1_Lyon_%E2%86%92_Grenoble\"><\/span>Day 1: Lyon \u2192 Grenoble<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your journey begins in Lyon, rightly considered the true belly and gastronomic capital of France. The city, set at the confluence of the Rh\u00f4ne and Sa\u00f4ne rivers, has an earthy atmosphere you simply won&#8217;t find in Paris. Spend the morning exploring the old town of Vieux Lyon, threaded with so-called traboules. These <strong>secret Renaissance passageways and corridors<\/strong> run straight through the inner courtyards and once helped silk weavers carry their fabrics safely. Just grab an inconspicuous handle and you&#8217;ll suddenly find yourself in a magical courtyard with a spiral staircase that the people on the busy street have no idea exists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Around midday, don&#8217;t miss a visit to a traditional Lyon tavern known as a bouchon, where lunch is served strictly between 12:00 and 14:00. A lunch menu will cost you roughly \u20ac15 to \u20ac25. Although the local cuisine is famous for its heavy dishes, there&#8217;s always an alternative for meat-free eating. Try seeking out the excellent cheese specialities, or <strong>visit the Les Halles de Lyon Paul Bocuse market<\/strong>, where you can taste the finest French cheeses and wash them down with a glass of C\u00f4tes du Rh\u00f4ne.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the afternoon, pick up your car and set off on the roughly hour-and-a-half drive southeast. Your destination is Grenoble, the proud capital of the Alps, lying in a flat valley <strong>hemmed in on all sides by steep rock walls<\/strong>. The local tourist office boasts that, straight from the city, you have access to more than 800 kilometres of hiking trails using public transport alone.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Only cars with a Crit&#8217;Air 1 or 2 eco-sticker may enter central Lyon. The best strategy is to leave the car at a P+R park-and-ride lot on the edge of the city and ride the excellent metro into the centre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"788\" height=\"2048\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-2-grenoble-aix-les-bains-2a21112b-scaled.jpg\" alt=\"Day 2: Grenoble to Aix-les-Bains\" class=\"wp-image-209624\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-2-grenoble-aix-les-bains-2a21112b-scaled.jpg 788w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-2-grenoble-aix-les-bains-2a21112b-115x300.jpg 115w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-2-grenoble-aix-les-bains-2a21112b-700x1819.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-2-grenoble-aix-les-bains-2a21112b-768x1996.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-2-grenoble-aix-les-bains-2a21112b-591x1536.jpg 591w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-2-grenoble-aix-les-bains-2a21112b-696x1809.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-2-grenoble-aix-les-bains-2a21112b-1392x3618.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 788px) 100vw, 788px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Romainbehar \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_2_Grenoble_%E2%86%92_Aix-les-Bains\"><\/span>Day 2: Grenoble \u2192 Aix-les-Bains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On the morning of the second day, set off to discover the Vercors massif, which lies right at the gates of Grenoble and feels like an impregnable natural fortress. This vast limestone plateau is full of deep gorges and served as a safe refuge for French partisans during the Second World War. If you love views, head for the iconic Mont Aiguille, a <strong>solitary vertical rock tower<\/strong> that looks as though someone sliced it off the rest of the range with a giant knife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An alternative for adrenaline lovers is a trip to Lac de Monteynard, spanned by <strong>unique Himalayan suspension footbridges<\/strong> called passerelles. These steel bridges sway dozens of metres above the turquoise water, and crossing them takes a serious dose of courage, because the view beneath your feet is literally breathtaking. For lunch, stop in one of the mountain villages, where they&#8217;ll happily prepare you a hearty potato pancake with local cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the afternoon you&#8217;ll head north to Lac du Bourget, which holds the title of the <strong>largest natural glacial lake in France<\/strong>. The drive takes about an hour and a half and brings you to the spa town of Aix-les-Bains. Its healing thermal springs were already known to the ancient Romans, and the town has retained its refined Belle \u00c9poque atmosphere to this day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Tip: For your overnight stay in Aix-les-Bains, choose a hotel with a lake view, such as the Golden Tulip Aix les Bains, which also offers a great wellness area for recovering after long mountain hikes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-3-aix-les-bains-annecy-ecda09a6.jpg\" alt=\"Day 3: Aix-les-Bains to Annecy\" class=\"wp-image-209629\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-3-aix-les-bains-annecy-ecda09a6.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-3-aix-les-bains-annecy-ecda09a6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-3-aix-les-bains-annecy-ecda09a6-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-3-aix-les-bains-annecy-ecda09a6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-3-aix-les-bains-annecy-ecda09a6-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-3-aix-les-bains-annecy-ecda09a6-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-3-aix-les-bains-annecy-ecda09a6-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Own work \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_3_Aix-les-Bains_%E2%86%92_Annecy\"><\/span>Day 3: Aix-les-Bains \u2192 Annecy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In the morning, say goodbye to Aix-les-Bains and set off on the short, forty-five-minute drive to Annecy. The moment you arrive, you&#8217;ll instantly understand why it&#8217;s nicknamed the Venice of the Alps the world over. A <strong>tangled network of canals runs through the historic centre<\/strong>, fed by the crystal-clear water of the nearby lake. In the middle of the main canal, don&#8217;t miss the Palais de l&#8217;\u00cele, an iconic stone building shaped like a ship&#8217;s prow that has served over the centuries as a mint, a court, and a town prison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The region&#8217;s main magnet, though, is Lac d&#8217;Annecy itself, which boasts the title of one of the cleanest lakes in all of Europe. The water has an <strong>incredibly rich turquoise colour<\/strong> and, in the warm months, it positively invites you to swim. If you prefer an active break, rent a bike and head out on the popular Voie Verte cycle path. This roughly forty-kilometre route runs right along the shore, is completely separated from traffic, and you can ride it in one easygoing afternoon. Experienced hikers can then tackle the demanding climb up the limestone massif of La Tournette, from where you can see all the way to Mont Blanc.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For dinner, be sure to head into one of the restaurants in the winding lanes of the old town. Although Savoy is known for its cured meats, you&#8217;ll easily come across <strong>excellent cheese fondue or a vegetarian version of tartiflette<\/strong>, baked potatoes with onion and a huge portion of the local Reblochon cheese.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Accommodation in Annecy sells out fast in season. Look for smaller boutique hotels near the lake \u2014 a dream-like place such as Les Tresoms Lake and Spa Resort usually gets excellent reviews.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-4-annecy-chamonix-76573f13.jpg\" alt=\"Day 4: Annecy to Chamonix in the French Alps\" class=\"wp-image-209631\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-4-annecy-chamonix-76573f13.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-4-annecy-chamonix-76573f13-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-4-annecy-chamonix-76573f13-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-4-annecy-chamonix-76573f13-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-4-annecy-chamonix-76573f13-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-4-annecy-chamonix-76573f13-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-4-annecy-chamonix-76573f13-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Ximonic, Simo R\u00e4s\u00e4nen \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 3.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_4_Annecy_%E2%86%92_Chamonix\"><\/span>Day 4: Annecy \u2192 Chamonix<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>On the fourth day you&#8217;ll leave the calm waters of the lakes behind and head into the real high mountains. The drive from Annecy to Chamonix takes a little over an hour by motorway, and with every kilometre the scenery grows more dramatic. Chamonix-Mont-Blanc isn&#8217;t just an ordinary mountain resort \u2014 it&#8217;s the <strong>pulsing base camp of European alpinism<\/strong>, towered over by the massif of Mont Blanc itself like an enormous white wall.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After checking in, head to the local train station and board the historic Tramway de Montenvers rack railway, in operation since 1908. It carries you up through pine forests to an altitude of 1,913 metres at the Mer de Glace glacier. Be prepared: the sight of it is fascinating, but also rather sad. <strong>The glacier is retreating at a terrifying pace due to climate change<\/strong>, as shown by the information signs on the rocks marking the ice level in past decades. A brand-new gondola from 2024, which replaced the original lift, now takes you right down to the ice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the evening, head into the bustling streets of Chamonix, where Japanese tourists mingle with tanned climbers draped in carabiners. The town has a far rougher, sportier atmosphere than the polished Austrian resorts. For dinner you might treat yourself to a hearty Italian pizza \u2014 the border is just over the hill, and the <strong>local pizzerias offer great meat-free options<\/strong> baked in a wood-fired oven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Tip: For an authentic mountain experience, stay in a traditional wooden chalet or an alpine-style hotel. 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If you only have time for a single attraction in Chamonix, it has to be the Aiguille du Midi cable car. This jagged rock needle reaches an altitude of 3,842 metres, and <strong>the ride up is an intense physical and mental experience<\/strong>. The upper section of the cable car spans an enormous drop without a single support pylon, so when the cabin swings out over a kilometre-deep abyss, everyone inside usually falls silent for a second.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At the top you get a proper slap in the face from the thin air \u2014 there&#8217;s 40 percent less oxygen here than at sea level. Every step up the stairs hurts, but the <strong>view of Mont Blanc and the surrounding glaciers is absolutely unrivalled<\/strong>. Don&#8217;t forget to try the Step into the Void, a glass box suspended in mid-air that you may enter only in special felt slippers so you don&#8217;t scratch the floor. The cable car ticket costs \u20ac81 in the spring season and \u20ac83 in summer, and booking a specific time slot is absolutely mandatory.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u26a0\ufe0f Watch out for 2026: If you&#8217;re planning your trip at the turn of spring and summer, take note. From 25 May 2026 the <strong>main viewing terrace closes completely<\/strong> for 4 to 5 weeks for essential renovation. The cable car will still run and part of the complex will be accessible, but the most iconic view from the summit will be off-limits to tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Tip: After returning to the valley you&#8217;ll probably be wiped out by the altitude. Treat yourself to a relaxing afternoon at the local QC Terme thermal baths.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-6-udoli-mont-blanc-a-alpske-vesnicky-25adcd28.jpg\" alt=\"Day 6: The Mont Blanc valley and alpine villages\" class=\"wp-image-209635\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-6-udoli-mont-blanc-a-alpske-vesnicky-25adcd28.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-6-udoli-mont-blanc-a-alpske-vesnicky-25adcd28-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-6-udoli-mont-blanc-a-alpske-vesnicky-25adcd28-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-6-udoli-mont-blanc-a-alpske-vesnicky-25adcd28-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-6-udoli-mont-blanc-a-alpske-vesnicky-25adcd28-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-6-udoli-mont-blanc-a-alpske-vesnicky-25adcd28-696x392.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-6-udoli-mont-blanc-a-alpske-vesnicky-25adcd28-1392x783.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: Dmitry A. Mottl \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_6_The_Mont_Blanc_Valley_and_Alpine_Villages\"><\/span>Day 6: The Mont Blanc Valley and Alpine Villages<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After yesterday&#8217;s altitude extreme, treat yourself to a somewhat calmer day in the Mont Blanc valley. This region is home to the legendary Tour du Mont Blanc trek, which measures 170 kilometres, climbs over 10,000 metres of elevation, and circles the entire massif across three countries. You can <strong>carve off just a small one-day section<\/strong>, for example the beautiful stretch above the village of Les Houches, which opens up photogenic views of the creeping Bossons glacier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you ever wanted to do the whole trek with overnight stays in mountain huts, be aware that the logistics today are extremely demanding. Capacities are strictly limited and <strong>bookings open as early as 15 October the year before<\/strong>. Anyone who doesn&#8217;t book in the very first days is generally out of luck for the summer season. A night in a so-called refuge will then cost you roughly \u20ac80 to \u20ac90, including a hearty half-board meal, which is a must after a full day on the trail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You, however, can calmly return to your car after a morning hike and explore the picturesque surrounding villages such as Argenti\u00e8re or Vallorcine. These hamlets have kept a much <strong>more authentic and peaceful character<\/strong> than the overcrowded centre of Chamonix itself. For lunch, drop into a tucked-away mountain pub, where they&#8217;ll serve you, with a smile, an honest onion soup or a rich vegetable quiche.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Tip: Spend your last night in the mountains either at the same spot in Chamonix, or move a little further to the quieter Les Houches, for example to the RockyPop Chamonix hotel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"543\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-7-chamonix-yvoire-a-zenevske-jezero-dbd8f4d8.jpg\" alt=\"Day 7: Chamonix to Yvoire and Lake Geneva\" class=\"wp-image-209637\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-7-chamonix-yvoire-a-zenevske-jezero-dbd8f4d8.jpg 1920w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-7-chamonix-yvoire-a-zenevske-jezero-dbd8f4d8-300x85.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-7-chamonix-yvoire-a-zenevske-jezero-dbd8f4d8-700x198.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-7-chamonix-yvoire-a-zenevske-jezero-dbd8f4d8-768x217.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-7-chamonix-yvoire-a-zenevske-jezero-dbd8f4d8-1536x434.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-7-chamonix-yvoire-a-zenevske-jezero-dbd8f4d8-696x197.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/den-7-chamonix-yvoire-a-zenevske-jezero-dbd8f4d8-1392x394.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1920px) 100vw, 1920px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo: unknown \/ Wikimedia Commons, Public domain<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Day_7_Chamonix_%E2%86%92_Yvoire_and_Lake_Geneva\"><\/span>Day 7: Chamonix \u2192 Yvoire and Lake Geneva<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The last day of your road trip brings the descent from the high mountains back down to civilisation. In the morning, set off from Chamonix heading northwest, and after roughly an hour and a half of driving you&#8217;ll <strong>reach the shores of the vast Lake Geneva<\/strong>. The landscape here is once again completely different \u2014 much gentler, sun-drenched, and dotted with fertile vineyards that slope right down to the water&#8217;s edge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your main stop will be Yvoire, a medieval stone village that regularly ranks among the most beautiful villages in all of France. This seven-hundred-year-old settlement is full of <strong>winding lanes, historic houses, and a flood of flowers<\/strong> that adorn seemingly every windowsill in the summer months. You&#8217;ll have to leave the car at a park-and-ride lot outside the ramparts, because the entire historic centre is reserved exclusively for pedestrians.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stroll around the harbour, visit the lovely Garden of the Five Senses, and finally sit down at a caf\u00e9 with a view over the lake. Switzerland lies just on the far shore, and you can calmly reflect on all the experiences of the past week. From here it&#8217;s just a short hop to Geneva airport, where you&#8217;ll <strong>return the rental car and head back home<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Tip: If you still have a few hours before your flight, stop off in nearby \u00c9vian. This town is world-famous for its mineral water, and you can fill up straight from the public fountain for free.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_Along_the_Route\"><\/span>Where to Stay Along the Route<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>\ud83d\udca1 Tip on accommodation and experiences: We like to look for accommodation on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/searchresults.html?ss=French%20Alps%20Annecy%20Chamonix&#038;aid=2397601\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">Booking.com<\/a>, which usually has the best cancellation terms. For tickets, tours and activities, it pays to compare and buy through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=French%20Alps%20Annecy%20Chamonix&#038;partner_id=MKZ64IS\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\">GetYourGuide<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During this road trip you&#8217;ll move through several different locations, so it&#8217;s crucial to book your accommodation well in advance. French hotels often have smaller rooms, but they pride themselves on impeccable cleanliness and excellent breakfasts with fresh pastries. Set aside a budget of roughly \u20ac100 to \u20ac130 a night for two people, with prices rising further in tourist hubs during peak season. Here&#8217;s an overview of the ideal bases for your trip:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lyon and around<\/strong> Look for accommodation in the Presqu&#8217;\u00eele (the peninsula) district, or right in the historic old town of Vieux Lyon. You&#8217;ll be close to the main sights and the very best restaurants. But be very careful about parking, since only cars with an eco-sticker may enter the centre. It&#8217;s safer to leave the car on the edge of the city at a P+R lot.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- UBYTOVANI:Lyon -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Grenoble as a gateway to the mountains<\/strong> Choose a hotel right in the centre near the busy Place Grenette. Grenoble works as a perfect urban base from which you can easily set out on day trips into the rugged Vercors or Chartreuse massifs, and return in the evening to a civilisation full of great caf\u00e9s.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- UBYTOVANI:Grenoble -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Lake Annecy<\/strong> Accommodation right by the turquoise lake or in the canal-laced historic centre is pricier, but it&#8217;s absolutely worth it. If you want to save money and avoid the biggest crowds, look around the smaller villages on the eastern shore of the lake, such as the picturesque Talloires.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- UBYTOVANI:Annecy -->\n\n\n<p><strong>Chamonix and the Mont Blanc valley<\/strong> If you want to be right at the heart of the action and soak up the climbing atmosphere, sleep in the town itself near the Aiguille du Midi cable car station. For quieter nights at far friendlier prices, opt instead for the neighbouring village of Les Houches or Argenti\u00e8re. These villages are superbly connected to the centre of Chamonix by a free train.<\/p>\n\n\n<!-- UBYTOVANI:Chamonix -->\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Go_Next\"><\/span>Where to Go Next<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If this French region has charmed you and you&#8217;d like to extend your trip, or you&#8217;re just looking for more inspiration from the area, be sure to check out these more detailed guides:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>  Want to learn more about the Venice of the Alps? Read our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/?p=207989\">Annecy<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>  Planning to stay in the mountains longer and conquer more peaks? Explore the details in our guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/?p=207982\">Chamonix and Mont Blanc<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>  Tempted by the gastronomy and the winding lanes? Get inspired by our tips for <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/?p=207984\">Lyon<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780567843000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Potrebuji_pro_vjezd_do_francouzskych_Alp_ekoplaketu\"><\/span>Pot\u0159ebuji pro vjezd do francouzsk\u00fdch Alp ekoplaketu?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Do horsk\u00fdch st\u0159edisek ji nepot\u0159ebujete. Pokud ale pl\u00e1nujete projet \u0161ir\u0161\u00edm centrem velk\u00fdch m\u011bst, jako je Lyon nebo Grenoble, ekoplaketa Crit&#8217;Air je naprosto povinn\u00e1. Jej\u00ed absence se trest\u00e1 pokutou od 68 do 375 eur. Objedn\u00e1vejte ji s dostate\u010dn\u00fdm p\u0159edstihem online, proto\u017ee fyzicky ji na m\u00edst\u011b nikde nekoup\u00edte.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780567843001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kolik_stoji_vyjezd_lanovkou_na_Aiguille_du_Midi\"><\/span>Kolik stoj\u00ed v\u00fdjezd lanovkou na Aiguille du Midi?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>V roce 2026 zaplat\u00edte za zp\u00e1te\u010dn\u00ed j\u00edzdenku pro dosp\u011bl\u00e9ho 81 eur v jarn\u00ed sez\u00f3n\u011b, p\u0159i\u010dem\u017e od \u010dervna cena stoup\u00e1 na 83 eur. Pamatujte, \u017ee v sez\u00f3n\u011b je nezbytn\u011b nutn\u00e9 rezervovat si konkr\u00e9tn\u00ed \u010das odjezdu na ofici\u00e1ln\u00edch str\u00e1nk\u00e1ch nebo p\u0159es zprost\u0159edkovatele, proto\u017ee lanovky b\u00fdvaj\u00ed beznad\u011bjn\u011b vyprodan\u00e9.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780567843002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Daji_se_ve_Francii_platit_dalnicni_poplatky_kartou\"><\/span>Daj\u00ed se ve Francii platit d\u00e1lni\u010dn\u00ed poplatky kartou?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Ano, na v\u0161ech francouzsk\u00fdch m\u00fdtn\u00fdch bran\u00e1ch zvan\u00fdch p\u00e9ages m\u016f\u017eete pohodln\u011b platit b\u011b\u017enou platebn\u00ed kartou. Na n\u011bkter\u00fdch nov\u00fdch \u00fasec\u00edch v\u0161ak klasick\u00e9 z\u00e1vory \u00fapln\u011b chyb\u00ed. V takov\u00e9m p\u0159\u00edpad\u011b mus\u00edte m\u00fdto zaplatit online do 72 hodin od pr\u016fjezdu podle va\u0161\u00ed SPZ, jinak v\u00e1m dom\u016f s jistotou doraz\u00ed nep\u0159\u00edjemn\u00e1 pokuta.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780567843003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kdy_je_nejlepsi_rezervovat_horske_chaty_na_Tour_du_Mont_Blanc\"><\/span>Kdy je nejlep\u0161\u00ed rezervovat horsk\u00e9 chaty na Tour du Mont Blanc?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Pokud chcete absolvovat tento slavn\u00fd v\u00edcedenn\u00ed trek s p\u0159esp\u00e1n\u00edm v ofici\u00e1ln\u00edch horsk\u00fdch chat\u00e1ch, mus\u00edte b\u00fdt neuv\u011b\u0159iteln\u011b rychl\u00ed. Rezerva\u010dn\u00ed syst\u00e9m se na letn\u00ed sez\u00f3nu otev\u00edr\u00e1 v\u017edy u\u017e 15. \u0159\u00edjna p\u0159edchoz\u00edho roku a ta nejpopul\u00e1rn\u011bj\u0161\u00ed m\u00edsta na trase zmiz\u00ed doslova b\u011bhem n\u011bkolika m\u00e1lo dn\u00ed.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780567843004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Co_znamena_omezeni_na_Aiguille_du_Midi_v_roce_2026\"><\/span>Co znamen\u00e1 omezen\u00ed na Aiguille du Midi v roce 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Od 25. kv\u011btna 2026 se na 4 a\u017e 5 t\u00fddn\u016f kompletn\u011b uzav\u00edr\u00e1 hlavn\u00ed nejvy\u0161\u0161\u00ed vyhl\u00eddkov\u00e1 terasa kv\u016fli rozs\u00e1hl\u00e9 pl\u00e1novan\u00e9 rekonstrukci. Samotn\u00e1 lanovka bude nad\u00e1le v provozu a pod\u00edv\u00e1te se do ni\u017e\u0161\u00edch \u010d\u00e1st\u00ed cel\u00e9ho komplexu, ale ten nejikoni\u010dt\u011bj\u0161\u00ed v\u00fdhledov\u00fd bod bude v\u0161em turist\u016fm do\u010dasn\u011b zapov\u011bzen.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780567843005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kdy_se_vyhnout_Alpam_kvuli_Tour_de_France_2026\"><\/span>Kdy se vyhnout Alp\u00e1m kv\u016fli Tour de France 2026?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Cyklistick\u00fd z\u00e1vod doraz\u00ed do alpsk\u00e9ho regionu ve t\u0159et\u00edm \u010dervencov\u00e9m t\u00fddnu. Naprosto kritick\u00e9 dny jsou 19., 24. a 25. \u010dervence, kdy peloton p\u0159ekon\u00e1v\u00e1 m\u00fdtick\u00e1 stoup\u00e1n\u00ed jako Galibier nebo Alpe d&#8217;Huez. V t\u00e9to dob\u011b budou silnice kompletn\u011b uzav\u0159en\u00e9, hotely vyprodan\u00e9 a cel\u00e1 oblast logisticky paralyzovan\u00e1.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1780567843006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Najim_se_v_Lyonu_dobre_i_kdyz_nejim_maso\"><\/span>Naj\u00edm se v Lyonu dob\u0159e, i kdy\u017e nej\u00edm maso?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>A\u010dkoliv jsou tradi\u010dn\u00ed lyonsk\u00e9 bouchony proslaven\u00e9 t\u011b\u017ek\u00fdmi masit\u00fdmi j\u00eddly a vnit\u0159nostmi, hlady zde rozhodn\u011b trp\u011bt nebudete. V ka\u017ed\u00e9 lep\u0161\u00ed restauraci v\u00e1m dnes ochotn\u011b p\u0159iprav\u00ed v\u00fdborn\u00e9 bezmas\u00e9 menu. V\u017edy v\u00e1s nav\u00edc zachr\u00e1n\u00ed obrovsk\u00fd v\u00fdb\u011br \u0161pi\u010dkov\u00fdch lok\u00e1ln\u00edch s\u00fdr\u016f, kr\u00e9mov\u00fdch zeleninov\u00fdch pol\u00e9vek a \u010derstv\u00fdch t\u011bstovin.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Set off on an unforgettable road trip through the French Alps, where gastronomic Lyon, the turquoise lake of Annecy, and breathtaking views of the Mont Blanc glaciers await you.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":210048,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"French Alps Road Trip: Annecy & Chamonix in 7 Days","rank_math_description":"Plan the perfect French Alps road trip: Lyon, Annecy, Chamonix and Mont Blanc in 7 days. Get day-by-day routes, budget tips and the best stays. 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