5 Best Markets in Annecy

Old Town Market (Marché de la vieille ville) is a typical market where you can embrace the traditional market experience at one of Annecy's most popular spots. At the market, you'll find mostly produce from local farmers and growers showing off an array of vibrant colours.

While the market is open on Tuesdays, the weekend days typically have a greater variety of items on offer including manufactured and textile goods in addition to the fresh produce. Check it out for yourself in Old Town, just west of the town centre.

Boulevards Nicollet and Taine Market (Marché boulevards Nicollet et Taine) is a modest market where you'll find a diverse array of local food with a focus on flavour. Produce is most common here with fresh fruit and veg produced exclusively by locals near the market.

In addition to the produce, you'll find several other items available as well. The cheese vendors are especially popular given just how much they have to offer, with plenty of variety to choose from. It's located south of the town centre near Les Balmettes.

Annecy-Le-Vieux Market (Marché De Annecy-Le-Vieux) is a modest and inviting market where you can enjoy fresh food and other local and organic products. Many local growers and producers offer not just fruit and veg but also a wide selection of fish.

Visiting this market lets you shop for clothes and textiles as well, as local crafters often function as vendors here. There's even a flower vendor at most market sessions offering freshly picked flowers with vibrant colours. See it for yourself on Wednesdays north-east of the town centre near the southern end of Annecy-Le-Vieux.

Place des Romains market (Marché de la place des Romains) is a popular local market with offerings that change depending on what time of day you visit. Open only on Tuesdays, this market has 2 primary forms. In the mornings, you'll find a sprawling food market with produce and other treats to enjoy.

In the afternoon, the market shifts to offer a wide variety of other items including handicrafts, textiles, accessories and works of art. Most of these items are available in the morning as well, but the food is exclusive to the morning. It's located just north of the town centre and east of Cran-Gevrier.

Seynod Market (Marché de Seynod) is a quiet market outside of the centre of town where you'll find various products alongside fresh fruit and veg. This market is particularly popular with travellers looking for a more relaxing shopping experience away from the dense crowds of the city.

This market has plenty on offer despite being a distance away from Annecy proper, including fresh produce brought in by local growers. Other products available here include flowers, handicrafts and apparel. It's located near the centre of Seynod, a few miles south-west of Annecy's town centre.