Le Clos des Sens

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Le Clos des Sens, Annecy – Three Michelin Stars by Lake Annecy

Le Clos des Sens

In the quiet Annecy-le-Vieux district, just moments from the lake, Le Clos des Sens occupies a serene estate where the line between indoors and outdoors dissolves. The restaurant holds three Michelin stars, a distinction that speaks to the precision and depth of the cooking here. The property is also a five-star Relais & Châteaux hotel, with a garden, a private courtyard called Le Cortil, and a dedicated space for dreaming — the restaurant’s own website calls it "rêver."

The kitchen works within a fine dining tradition, but the setting is far from stiff. Guests can dine on the terrace in warm weather, surrounded by the garden that supplies some of the produce. The wine list is notably deep, and the service adapts to the rhythm of each table. While the menu changes with the seasons, the philosophy remains constant: clear flavors, technical restraint, and an evident respect for the ingredient.

Le Clos des Sens is a member of Les Grandes Tables du Monde and holds a Gault&Millau rating, alongside its Michelin stars. The restaurant is open for dinner from Tuesday through Sunday, with lunch service on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday. During summer, Sunday evenings are also served. Reservations are essential.

Whether you come for the three-star experience or to stay overnight in one of the hotel’s rooms, Le Clos des Sens offers a complete expression of contemporary French gastronomy — rooted in Annecy, recognized worldwide.