The 8 best workshops to do in Annecy • Wanderlix

Want to do something about your ten fingers? Discover the best workshops to do in Annecy between two walks around the lake.

The workshops are now booming and completely democratized! We have identified for you the best workshops to do in Annecy to satisfy this thirst for creativity.

These passionate artisans, who open the doors of their domain, are willing to teach you all their knowledge. In a good mood and playful way, explore the reverse of the decor and the techniques of floral art, carpentry or cosmetics, among others.

1. Culinary

Culinary art is as appreciable as the art of eating. Because before you eat, you sometimes have to be ready! So discover these workshops to do to Annecy dedicated to taste and taste fun!

Whether you’re for the freshness of a seasonal fruit pie, or you’d rather spend a whole day with a baker-brewer craftsman, you’ll definitely find your happiness!

• , 2:30, 50 €
• , 1 day, 150 €

2. Floral

In the heart of Annecy’s Old Town, go to meet Natalie P., a florist craftsman for more than 20 years. She'll let you know, while 1:30 , the whole universe of floral composition. For a tariff 60 € , then go back with your personalized bouquet or your crown of flowers to hang.

Also, you will learn more about the flowers and foliage that compose them, and understand the subtleties of the techniques essential to the preparation of a beautiful natural room. The decorative plant will no longer have secrets for you!

3. Pottery

Pottery and ceramic lovers? Here is the perfect workshop for you! Isabelle L., a ceramic craftsman, offers you to penetrate her workshop and discover the world of ceramics. Make with her one or two beautiful plates thanks to her precious advice, all for 60 € .

Working the earth is an art and Isabelle will be happy to accompany you to carry out your creation. Durant 3 to 4h , shape your knowledge and create yourself a unique piece!

You will then only have to wait a few weeks to allow time for your work to dry and cook. Then you'll be contacted to get her back!

4. Carpentry

With Nathan and his team at the WoodStock Creation workshop, discover the world of carpentry and woodwork. Cut, split, sand, oil... All these techniques will have no secrets for you at the end of your session! Just like manufacturing steps and tools used.

Slightly. ( 2h, 70 € ) or ( 4h, 190 € )? Your choice!

At the same time, learn more about the workshop, its cabinetmakers and its eco-design dimension, a step in creative recycling.

5. Cosmetics

Today, the cosmetic house is experiencing a real enthusiasm. Indeed, women and men are increasingly sensitive to the products they buy and apply on the face or on the body.

This is where the delicious Dianna F., a cosmetic trainer, intervenes. It is there to show you that it is quite possible to realize its beauty or makeup products. Adapted to all types of skin and hair, products designed by Dianna are ideal gifts, for yourself or to offer!

• , 2:15, 60 €
• , 2:15, 60 €
• , 2:30, 60 €

6. Textile

Annecy is a city in Haute-Savoie so you can imagine that sometimes you have to cover yourself to not catch cold! So discover these workshops to do in Annecy to cover you... Or almost.

Accompanied by a silkwriter (Corinne), weisserande (Petra) or ecodesigner textile (Céline), then assemble the threads, mix the colors and create unique pieces!

Beyond basic sewing techniques, learn to choose your fabric, colors, inks, but also and especially to handle the tools that these craftsmen will make available to you. The textile world is rich, and these three craftsmen will prove it to you in their own way.

• , 1 day, 120 €
• , 5h, 90 €
• , 3h, 55 €
• , 4h, 80 €

7. Jewellery

Do you want to own or offer a unique jewel? Here is the workshop you need. Loved by Delphine S., jewel craftsman-joaillière, imagine, design and manufacture ( 2h30, 100 € ), or ( 1 day, 235 € ) for an even more unpublished moment...

First, take the necessary steps to make the chosen jewel. Then start the forming steps, including texturing for the ring.

If you choose the workshop to make an alliance, know that you will have a first appointment with Delphine, during which you will define your project together.

8. Forge

It is by forging that one becomes blacksmith, isn’t it? In the heart of the mountain, in La Compôte, a small village south of Annecy, near Mount Arcalod, discover the world of Simon D., a blacksmith artisan. Passionate about his profession, he will teach you his techniques and rudiments so that you can also beat the iron as long as it is hot.

Master the elements and tools involved in the manufacture of a decapsulator, a knob ( 3h, 90 € ), of a forge crude knife ( 1 day, 295 € ) or even ( 2 days, 550 € !

What are you waiting for? In addition, Simon has guest rooms in which you can extend the pleasure in this breathtaking setting!