Pérouges & Annecy Day Trips from Lyon
Step back in time at Pérouges, a perfectly preserved medieval walled village of cobbled lanes near Lyon, famous for its galette sugar tart, or head to Annecy, the beautiful Alpine lakeside town of canals and flowers. Charming, scenic day trips from the city.
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Pérouges & Annecy in Lyon — FAQ
What is Pérouges?
Pérouges is a beautifully preserved medieval hilltop village near Lyon, with cobbled streets, stone houses and ramparts, famous for its sweet galette de Pérouges tart — one of France’s “most beautiful villages”.
How far is Pérouges from Lyon?
Pérouges is about 45 minutes from Lyon, making the medieval village an easy half-day trip, often combined with Annecy or a food tasting.
Why is Annecy called the Venice of the Alps?
Annecy earns the nickname for its charming canals winding through a pastel old town beside a stunning Alpine lake, with flower-lined bridges and mountain backdrops — about 1.5 hours from Lyon.
