A weekend around Lake Annecy in a luxury car
The old town, the lake loop via Talloires and the Col de la Forclaz, then the Semnoz or the Aravis.
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The lake, the old town, Geneva forty kilometres away: which car to choose, where to collect it, what changes between summer and winter, and how booking works with Corsiva.
- Fully comprehensive insuranceAXA, Allianz, Groupama
- 200 km a day includedAcross the whole fleet
- Free cancellationUp to 7 days before
- Pay after approval30% deposit
Annecy is made for driving: a lake ringed by roads, villages such as Talloires and Veyrier-du-Lac, and mountain passes a few minutes from the old town. Corsiva brings its luxury cars here from its agency in Chambéry, about 45 minutes away. Whether you live here, fly in through Geneva or arrive by train, here is what to know before you book.
In short
Five things to know
- Porsche Taycan from €299 a day, BMW M3 Competition from €399, Porsche Cayenne Coupé from €450, Mercedes G 63 AMG 2025 from €1,000.
- Delivery to Annecy station, with the price shown when you book; to your hotel or address around the lake, at a distance-based rate confirmed by our team.
- Free pick-up in Chambéry, at our agency or the railway station.
- 200 km a day and fully comprehensive insurance included; the deposit is a card pre-authorisation, not debited if everything is in order.
- Geneva is about forty kilometres away: delivery to Geneva Airport is possible on quote.
Why drive in Annecy
The town itself is best explored on foot, from the canals of the Thiou to the Palais de l'Isle. The car comes into its own all around it: the lake loop through Sévrier, Duingt, Talloires and Menthon-Saint-Bernard, the hairpins of the Col de la Forclaz high above the water, the climb to the Semnoz, or the Aravis valley towards La Clusaz.
Corsiva is a local rental company, not a middleman: the cars are ours, prepared in Chambéry, and our team answers 7 days a week, from 9am to 6pm. All the details are also on our luxury car rental in Annecy page.
Which car to choose
| Car | Power train | Seats | From, per day | Deposit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche Taycan | Electric, 480 hp | 4 | €299 | €5,000 |
| BMW M3 Competition | Petrol, 530 hp | 5 | €399 | €6,500 |
| Porsche Cayenne Coupé | Hybrid, 462 hp | 5 | €450 | €7,000 |
| Mercedes G 63 AMG 2025 | Petrol, 585 hp | 5 | €1,000 | €15,000 |
Indicative base prices incl. VAT. The exact rate depends on the season and your dates: it is shown live in the booking summary before you send your request. Only delivery to a custom address is priced afterwards by our team.
For the lake, our go-to is the Porsche Taycan: instant torque and total silence along the water, with charging points around Annecy. For the passes, the BMW M3 Competition and its 530 hp suit the hairpins of La Forclaz and the Semnoz. For a family or a group, the hybrid Cayenne Coupé has five seats (the fifth is smaller) and a generous boot. And to make an entrance, there is the Mercedes G 63 AMG 2025 and its twin-turbo V8.
Where to collect the car
- At Annecy station, delivery and collection included, with the price shown when you book: the easiest option if you arrive by train.
- At your hotel, residence or address in Annecy and around the lake, at a rate based on distance and confirmed by our team.
- In Chambéry, at our agency or the railway station, free of charge; Annecy is then about 45 minutes away by motorway.
- At Aix-les-Bains station: the price is shown when you book.
The car arrives checked, fully fuelled or charged; the handover takes about five minutes, with a digital condition report signed on the spot. Handovers take place from 9am to 8pm, Sunday to Friday; the agency is closed on Saturdays, and a rental covering a weekend lasts at least two days.
Summer and winter around the lake
In summer, the lake is at its busiest. Set off early: the shores are crowded from late morning and beach car parks fill up quickly. Cyclists are numerous around the lake and on La Forclaz: French law requires a gap of at least 1.5 m when overtaking them outside built-up areas, and 1 m in town.
In winter, Annecy is also a gateway to La Clusaz and the Aravis. From November to March, the whole fleet leaves winter-equipped at no extra cost, in line with the French Mountain Law. For snowy mountain roads, the Cayenne Coupé and the G 63 AMG, our two 4x4s, are the most capable.
In spring and autumn, the lake loop is quieter, with low light in the late afternoon. For a two-day route, see a weekend around Lake Annecy in a luxury car.
Coming from Geneva
Annecy is about forty kilometres from Geneva, which makes it a natural starting point for expats around Lake Geneva, cross-border commuters and visitors flying into Geneva Airport.
- Geneva Airport: car delivery on quote, or a chauffeur-driven transfer to your hotel by the lake; the chauffeur is €400 a day on top of the car rental.
- Driving into Switzerland: the international cover option, at €20 a day subject to approval, extends to Switzerland, Italy, Germany and Spain.
- Tolls: most French motorways, including the A41 between Geneva and Annecy, are tolled; tolls are paid at the booth by card and are never included in our rentals.
Booking, deposit and insurance
Booking takes about two minutes online: choose the car, the dates and the handover point, then send your request with your driving licence and ID. No payment at this stage. Our team checks availability and your file, then sends a secure Stripe link (card, Apple Pay, Google Pay) for the 30% down payment that confirms the booking. Cancellation is free up to 7 days before you collect the car. Licence issued outside the EU? Contact us on +33 4 80 81 91 38 before booking.
Deposit: a card pre-authorisation taken at handover, held and not debited, released on return if everything is in order: €5,000 for the Taycan, €6,500 for the M3, €7,000 for the Cayenne Coupé and €15,000 for the G 63 AMG 2025.
Insurance: fully comprehensive cover through AXA, Allianz and Groupama is included; for at-fault damage, the repairs or the remaining excess are charged to you, within the limit set in the contract.
Extras: an extra 250 km pack costs €350 (for the G 63 AMG 2025, 100 km for €180 or 250 km for €425); an additional driver is €20 a day.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to rent a luxury car in Annecy?
Daily rates start at €299 for the Porsche Taycan, €399 for the BMW M3 Competition, €450 for the Porsche Cayenne Coupé and €1,000 for the Mercedes G 63 AMG 2025, as indicative base prices incl. VAT. For delivery to Annecy station, the price is shown when you book. 200 km a day and fully comprehensive insurance are included.
Do you deliver the car to Annecy?
Yes. Delivery and collection are available at Annecy station: the price is shown when you book. To your hotel, residence or private address in Annecy and around the lake, the rate is based on distance and confirmed by our team. Pick-up is free in Chambéry, at our agency or the railway station.
Which car should I choose for Lake Annecy?
The Porsche Taycan (480 hp, electric) is our go-to for the lakeshore. For the hairpins of the Col de la Forclaz, the BMW M3 Competition (530 hp); for a family, the Porsche Cayenne Coupé, with five seats and a generous boot.
I'm coming from Geneva. Can I book?
Of course. Annecy is about forty kilometres from Geneva. We deliver to Annecy station (the price is shown when you book) or to your hotel or address, Geneva Airport included, at a distance-based rate confirmed by our team. To drive in Switzerland, add the international cover option (€20 a day, subject to approval).
Are motorway tolls included?
No, tolls are never included in our rentals. Most French motorways are tolled, including the A41 between Geneva and Annecy; tolls are paid at the booth, by card.
Written by the Corsiva team, a luxury car rental company based in Chambéry, France. Prices and terms as of 6 October 2026.
