Annecy and its lake

Study French in one of France’s most beautiful cities, in the heart of the Alps

CILFA is located less than 3 km from Lake Annecy

A medium-sized city (130,000 inhabitants), surrounded by mountains, and world-renowned for its lake with pure waters, Annecy is the ideal place to combine studies and tourist discoveries.

130 000

Residents - A city on a human scale

Pure lake

World-renowned for its crystal-clear waters

Alps

Surrounded by majestic mountains

An ideal location

CILFA benefits from a strategic location in the heart of Annecy

10 minutes by bike from the lake

From CILFA, it's a 10-minute bike ride to Lake Annecy and its beaches.

Less than 3 km from the historic center

The historic center of Annecy and its picturesque canals are nearby.

Shops and restaurants

CILFA is located near several shopping areas and restaurants.

Nearby movie theater

There's a movie theater just a few minutes away for your cultural outings.

Close to Geneva Airport

Annecy is located less than an hour from Geneva International Airport.

Activities and leisure

In the afternoon or on the weekend, enjoy a wide variety of activities.

In the afternoons or on weekends, you can enjoy the lake, take part in water or mountain activities (sailing, paddleboarding on the lake, biking, paragliding), indulge in the joys of skiing, hiking, or rock climbing, and set out to explore a region with magnificent scenery.

Come study in Annecy

Discover the unique experience of learning French in one of France’s most beautiful cities.