Sallanches, Administrative center in Haute-Savoie, France
Description
Sallanches is a town situated on a glacial plain at about 558 meters elevation in the French Alps. The surrounding peaks of the Aravis Range, Mont Blanc massif, and Faucigny massif shape the local landscape and geography.
History
The town was rebuilt after a major fire in 1840 according to a new plan designed by engineer François Justin, which modernized its structure. This reconstruction shaped the current layout of the place.
Culture
The 17th-century Collégiale Saint Jacques, now classified as a Monument Historique, stands as a central architectural element with 19th-century decorative elements.
Practical
The Saturday market gathers farmers and local merchants offering a good overview of produce and artisanal goods from the region. The A40 motorway and train station provide easy connections to other Alpine destinations nearby.
Did you know?
The Cascade d'Arpenaz is a natural waterfall that was designated for protection in 1991 and remains visible from various viewpoints around the area. The spray and sound of the falls make it a notable feature of the local landscape.
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Pointe Percée
6.3 km
Aiguille de Varan
4.6 km
Cascade de l'Arpenaz
4.5 km
Église Saint-Nicolas de Combloux
4.6 km
Lac biotope de Combloux
4.4 km
Église de Sallanches
456 m
Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption de Cordon
2.3 kmChâteau de Charousse
3.3 km
Pointe d'Areu
6.4 km
Tardevant
8.3 km
Tête du Colonney
6 km
Mont fleuri
7.6 km
Quatre Têtes
5 km
Arrondine
9.7 km
Mont Charvet
7.3 km
Pointe de Bella Cha
6.6 km
Pointe d'Almet
9.9 km
Borne frontière de Cordon
7.8 km
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Paix-du-Monde de Sallanches
4.9 km
Granges de Passy
3.9 km
Église Saint-André de Domancy
2.9 km
La Miaz
7.4 km
Sommet des Salles
7.2 km
Tête de Paccaly
8.9 km
Chapelle de Bay
3.6 kmTête de la Forclaz
6.7 km
Ferme à Isidore de Combloux
4.7 km
Tête du Château
7.3 kmDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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