Cluse de Chambéry, Water gap in Chambéry, France.
The Cluse de Chambéry extends 1000 meters in length and 750 meters in width, creating a natural passage between limestone mountains at 270 meters elevation.
During the Roman period, this natural corridor served as a strategic pathway through the Alps, connecting settlements and facilitating trade routes across the region.
The geological formation influences local architecture, with buildings adapted to the terrain constraints through underground parking and specific construction methods on platforms.
The water gap connects to major transportation networks, including the A43 highway and railway lines, providing direct access between Lyon and other French cities.
Several rivers, including Leysse, Albanne, and Hyères, converge within the water gap before flowing into Lake Bourget, creating a complex hydrological system.
Location: Chambéry
Elevation above the sea: 270 m
Length: 1,000 m
Width: 750 m
GPS coordinates: 45.56539,5.92129
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:06
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Musée Savoisien
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Chapelle Vaugelas de Chambéry
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