Bonlieu and the Modern Centre form the commercial heart of Annecy, built around the Bonlieu shopping and cultural complex between the Old Town and the lakefront. It suits visitors who want shops, cultural venues and quick access to both the historic lanes and the water from one central base.
The area sits around Rue du Pâquier and the Bonlieu centre, moments from both the Pâquier lawn and the canals of the old town. It's lively and practical by day with shopping and cafés, and well placed for strolling to the lake or historic streets in the evening.
Getting around
Everything central is walkable, and the lake and Old Town are both just minutes away on foot. Geneva Airport (GVA) is about 40–45 km, served by airport coaches, train connections or taxi.
Hotels in Bonlieu
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Before you book this area
- Vibe
- Central and convenient, blending modern shopping with proximity to the historic core.
- Shopping
- The Bonlieu centre and surrounding streets put shops and cultural venues on your doorstep.
- Watch out for
- More contemporary and commercial in feel than the picturesque old town.
Places to stay around Bonlieu
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Frequently asked
Is it close to both the Old Town and the lake?
Yes — it sits between the two, so the canals and the lakefront are each only a few minutes' walk away.
Is this a good base for shopping?
Very — it's the commercial hub around the Bonlieu centre, with the widest concentration of shops in the city.
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Sources
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