The Monument à Germain Sommeiller: A Tribute to Engineering Excellence

Getting There

• Walking

  From the heart of Annecy, start at the iconic Palais de l'Isle located at 3, Place de l'Isle. Head east on Rue de l'Isle toward the Rue Sainte-Claire. Continue straight onto Rue Carnot. After about 200 meters, turn left onto Rue de la République. Follow this street until you reach Place de la Gare. Once there, you will see the train station on your right. Continue straight, crossing over the bridge that spans the Thiou River. After crossing the bridge, take the first left onto Rue des Martyrs de la Résistance. Walk straight for about 500 meters until you reach the intersection with Avenue de la République. Turn right onto Avenue de la République and continue straight. After approximately 300 meters, you will find the Monument à Germain Sommeiller on your left, located at the junction with Rue du Pré de l'Isle.

• Public Transport

  Start at the Annecy bus station, located near the train station (Gare d'Annecy). Take bus line 2 in the direction of 'Cran-Gevrier - Parc des Glaisins'. Travel for 4 stops and get off at 'Rond-Point de l'Isle'. From there, head southeast on Avenue de la République for about 300 meters. The Monument à Germain Sommeiller will be on your left at the intersection with Rue du Pré de l'Isle.

• Bicycle

  If you prefer cycling, you can rent a bike from one of the many bike rental stations throughout Annecy. Start from the Annecy Bike Station near the lakefront. Head north along the lake on the bike path until you reach the Pont des Amours (Lovers' Bridge). Cross the bridge and continue along the path until you reach the main road. Turn right onto Avenue de la République and cycle straight for about 1 kilometer. The Monument à Germain Sommeiller will be on your left as you approach the intersection with Rue du Pré de l'Isle.