Around Lyon｜The Stunning Lake and Mountain Views of Aix-les-Bains

This fairy-tale town sits right beside Lac du Bourget, France’s largest glacial lake. Nestled between mountains and water, it’s a paradise for outdoor lovers—you can go boating 🚣‍♀️ on the lake, cycle along its shores, or hike in the nearby hills. Just a 1-hour train ride from Lyon, it’s super easy to reach: step out of the station, rent a bike, and start your lakeside adventure.​😊 For over a millennium, its cobblestone lanes, secret passageways, hilltop cable cars, towering cathedrals, and iconic basilica have stood firm, not as mere relics of a bygone era, but as integral threads woven into the fabric of modern life. Here💕 First-timers, don’t stress about getting lost—the trails are clearly marked. No matter where you start your ride, the lake views will take your breath away. The scenery here feels almost Swiss: in April, you can still see snow-capped peaks of the Alps in the distance, and the lake water is so clear it sparkles like glass ✨​ Honestly, I might love this place even more than Annecy. April brings a burst of color: parks are filled with rainbow tulips 🌷, and the lakeside is dotted with fresh, green wild garlic (bear leeks).​ t was during this era that Vieux-Lyon’s most iconic feature—the traboules—first appeared. These covered passageways, carved through blocks of buildings, allowed silk merchants to transport their delicate wares from workshops to the river docks without exposin💕 tourists and pilgrims alike linger on its steps, snapping photos of the city; and in December, during the Fête des Lumières, its facade becomes a canvas for dazzling light displays, blending sacred history with contemporary art.😊 And if you’re here for hot springs—you’ve come to the right spot! Do a little research beforehand, and you’ll find affordable options. Don’t forget to bring your own slippers and swim cap!​ Wishing you an amazing time here 😘​ #LyonLife #LyonTravel #FranceTravel #AixLesBains #HotSprings #DailyLife #AroundLyon #Tulips​