Patrimoine culturel en Savoie

Regional Heritage Sites

This collection highlights the diverse architectural history of the Savoie region, spanning from prehistoric petroglyphs to 19th-century industrial landmarks. Explore the medieval fortified village of Conflans with its Gothic palaces and defensive gates, Baroque pilgrimage chapels like Notre-Dame des Vernettes, and a series of strategic castles including the 11th-century Château de Châtillon. These sites offer insight into the region's Roman roots, religious devotion, and feudal past through well-preserved structures and archaeological remains.

Regional Heritage Sites — Carte

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Château de Châtillon

11th-century fortress modified during the 16th and 18th centuries, overlooking Lake Bourget.

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B

Notre-Dame des Vernettes

18th-century Baroque pilgrimage church known for its ornate polychrome altarpieces and mountain setting.

C

Château Rouge à Conflans

14th-century brick castle located within the medieval fortified village of Conflans.

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D

Église des Carmes

Historical church belonging to the former Carmelite convent of Pont-de-Beauvoisin.

E

Maison Rouge

14th-century Italian Gothic palace, also known as Palais Pisan, now housing a museum of art and history.

F

Église Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption

Baroque church rebuilt in the early 18th century, featuring a notable facade and historic interior.

G

Pierre de Chantelouve

Prehistoric cup-marked stone and petroglyph site dating back to the Neolithic or Bronze Age.

H

Villa Gallo-Romaine

Archaeological remains of a Roman-era settlement and villa.

I

Ancienne entrée Monumentale du Tunnel Ferroviaire du Mont Cenis

19th-century ornamental portal marking the original entrance to the first major railway tunnel through the Alps.

J

Porte Tarine

Medieval gateway serving as one of the primary historical entrances to the fortified town of Conflans.

K

Porte de Savoie

Historic stone gatehouse forming part of the medieval defensive walls of Conflans.

L

Tour sarrazine

Medieval defensive tower situated within the historic architecture of Conflans.

M

Château de Manuel de Locatel

16th-century manor house featuring Italian Renaissance architectural influences.

N

Château de Chamoux

Medieval castle significantly reconstructed during the 17th century.

O

Château de Martinel

17th-century manor house and heritage estate.

P

Château du Bettonnet

Medieval stronghold located in the Combe de Savoie region.