Albertville

Albertville is a municipality in the French département of Savoie that serves as the administrative center for an arrondissement comprising 69 communes. The town sits at an elevation of 340 meters (1115 feet) in the French Alps near the confluence of two rivers.

The town was formed in 1836 by merging two rival settlements on opposite banks of the Arly. Over time it grew into a regional administrative center that brings together the surrounding municipalities organizationally.

The Dôme Théâtre offers theater, comedy, and concerts for visitors who want to experience local cultural life. The venue shows how much the town values a steady program for residents and guests alike.

The municipality is working on infrastructure improvements, including high-speed internet expansion and noise reduction measures in residential areas. These projects aim to improve living conditions for residents and visitors alike.

The town name connects with the 1992 Winter Olympics held here. Today only a few facilities recall that time, yet the Olympic spirit remains noticeable for many residents.

Location: arrondissement of Albertville

Location: Savoie

Inception: 1836

Elevation above the sea: 671 m

Shares border with: Esserts-Blay, Gilly-sur-Isère, Grignon, Mercury, Pallud, Queige, Tours-en-Savoie, Venthon

Phone: +33479104300

Email: ville@albertville.fr

Website: http://albertville.fr

GPS coordinates: 45.67583,6.39250

Latest update: December 12, 2025 18:02