Vallorcine

Vallorcine is located in the Chamonix-Mont-Blanc valley at an altitude of 1,276 meters, surrounded by alpine peaks reaching 3,098 meters and bordered by Switzerland.

The village developed as a strategic passage point between France and Switzerland, serving commercial exchanges and later becoming a gateway for 19th-century European alpinists exploring the Mont-Blanc massif.

Local traditions include artisanal cheese production like reblochon and traditional mountain cuisine featuring raclette, tartiflette, and seasonal festivals celebrating alpine heritage and winter sports.

The commune can be reached via departmental road from Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, with a railway station providing regional connections and municipal services located at 8 route des Confins-du-Valais.

Vallorcine received the 'Notre Village Terre d'Avenir' label in December 2021, recognizing its sustainable development efforts and commitment to environmental protection through its local Agenda 2030.

Location: canton of Chamonix-Mont-Blanc

Location: Haute-Savoie

Location: arrondissement of Bonneville

Industry: administration publique générale

Shares border with: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc, Passy, Sixt-Fer-à-Cheval

Address: 74660 Vallorcine, France 74660 Vallorcine

Website: http://vallorcine.com

GPS coordinates: 46.03444,6.93306

Latest update: July 5, 2025 15:11