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Every year, the Haute-Savoie<\/strong> region welcomes you to the lake for the Annecy fireworks display<\/strong>. It’s an impressive spectacle, accompanied by music and a festive atmosphere. With friends or family, it’s a unique opportunity to discover Annecy for an evening.
And to help you make the most of the fireworks in Annecy<\/strong>, Annecy campsites<\/a> invite you for a 4-star getaway!

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When to watch the Annecy fireworks?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In the heart of Haute-Savoie, Annecy’s fire<\/strong> works display takes place every year on the first Saturday in August<\/strong>. This tradition dates back to the 16th century, and was <\/strong>originally intended for the sovereigns present when Savoie joined France. Among the highlights of this impressive spectacle was August 29, 1860. At that time, Annecy welcomed Napoleon III and Empress Eug\u00e9nie. The Annecy fireworks<\/strong> were such a success that the town decided to carry on the tradition to this day. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Where can you watch the fireworks from on Lake Annecy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To find the best spot to watch the Annecy fireworks<\/strong>, you’ll need to get up high! All around the lake, the Semnoz<\/strong>, Cr\u00eat de Ch\u00e2tillon<\/strong> and Cr\u00eat de l’Aigle<\/strong> massifs offer a breathtaking view of this unforgettable spectacle. The more athletic among you can also climb the Parmelan <\/strong>or the Col de la Forclaz<\/strong>, one of Annecy’s most beautiful hikes<\/a>, with a superb sunset to match. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make the most of it, it’s best to plan ahead and buy your ticket in advance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Indeed, on average, front-row seats to the festivities cost between \u20ac15 and \u20ac40. But the reflections of the Annecy fire<\/strong> works on the lake to the rhythm of the music are a unique experience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For a place close to this fireworks display in Haute-Savoie<\/strong>, Campings Annecy has reserved a place for you in a 4-star atmosphere. We can organize packages for a place + bus, so you don’t have to worry about post-show traffic. The fireworks are not visible from the Annecy campsites, but before and after you’ll enjoy an exceptional panoramic view <\/strong>of the mountains and laze by the pool. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What theme for this fireworks show in Annecy?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Every year, Annecy’s fire<\/strong> works display is a unique opportunity to unveil a breathtaking pyrotechnic spectacle. In total? 40,000 people in the stands, bleachers or on the lawns. But in reality, 200,000 people gather all around to enjoy the F\u00eate du Lac<\/strong>. It has to be said that Haute-Savoie attracts more and more tourists every year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As for the themes of the Annecy fireworks<\/strong>, 2023 was marked by musicals. A multitude of luminous drones criss-crossed the sky, creating a breathtaking 70-minute visual effect. Orchestrated by the Musical Show<\/em> troupe, 20 semi-professional singers, actors and dancers offered an immersive experience in downtown Annecy<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

As for the themes of previous editions, here they are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n