Capital (préfecture): Annecy (often called the "Venice of the Alps" thanks to its canal and lake).
Bordered by: Switzerland (Lac Léman/Lake Geneva to the north), Italy, and the department of Savoie.
Home to the highest mountain in Western Europe: Mont Blanc (4,810 m).
Known for world-class ski resorts such as Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Portes du Soleil, Grand Massif, La Clusaz, Aravis, and Évian-les-Bains.
Beautiful lakes: Lac d’Annecy (one of the cleanest in Europe) and the southern end of Lac Léman.
The highest elevation gain of all French departments: from ~250 m (Rhône Valley) to 4,810 m.
In short: a mix of spectacular mountains, crystal-clear lakes, top-notch winter sports, and charming villages and towns like Annecy, Chamonix, Thonon-les-Bains, Évian, and Yvoire.
A top destination in summer and winter for nature, sports, and gastronomy (Reblochon, Tomme, fondue, etc.).
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