CHAMBÉRY

Discover Chambéry, the historic heart of Savoy ! Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the Savoyard capital with the Château des Ducs de Savoie (exterior), a symbol of power since the 13th century, and the medieval streets with picturesque passages.

The old town offers a concentration of remarkable architecture through the centuries: magnificent private mansions, witnessing to the prestige of former influential families; the Saint-François-de-Sales Cathedral with its impressive trompe-l’œils; the Museum of Fine Arts and the Théâtre Charles Dullin, more recent symbols of Chambéry’s cultural life.

Be surprised by the Montmélian district with its unique houses, once the city’s gateway from Italy. And don’t miss the famous Fountain of the Elephants, a striking tribute to General Benoît de Boigne, surrounded by numerous examples of Art Deco architecture that punctuate the city.