Sainte Claire street

Sainte-Claire Street, in Annecy

Sainte-Claire Street is one of the finest streets of the old town of Annecy, lined with elegant arcades. The Annecy audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this picturesque artery, the commercial and lively heart of the town.

The arcaded street of the old town

Sainte-Claire Street is one of the most charming and emblematic arteries of the old town of Annecy. This fine old street stands out by its elegant arcades, which run along the façades and shelter the passers-by as well as the shops, in an atmosphere typical of the Savoyard towns. Lined with old residences with warm colours, shops, cafés and restaurants, it is the commercial and lively heart of old Annecy. It is also here that the famous traditional market is held, which animates the street several times a week and overflows with local products. Picturesque and lively, Sainte-Claire Street embodies all the charm of the old town and the art of living of Annecy.

What to see

Here you wander under the elegant arcades of the old street, lined with residences with warm colours, shops and cafés, the commercial heart of old Annecy where the famous traditional market is held. Sainte-Claire Street embodies the charm of the old town. It is a must-see stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

Sainte-Claire Street crosses the old town of Annecy, reachable on foot. It is a public street freely accessible; the shops, cafés and the traditional market follow their own days and hours, which vary. It is particularly lively on market days.

What is particular about Sainte-Claire Street in Annecy?

Its elegant arcades that run along the façades, typical of the Savoyard towns, and its famous traditional market; it is the commercial and lively heart of the old town of Annecy.

Where is Sainte-Claire Street?

In the heart of the old town of Annecy, in France.