The origins of this church predate 1606. It was rebuilt and extended in the 17th century. Its understated exterior contrasts with the gold and colours...Read more
Hydroelectricity has marked the Tarentaise’s history and landscape. From the late 20th century onwards, its development has supported industrial activity...Read more
Typical village of the Beaufortain foothills with large buildings where local heritage is prominent (old dairy, small chapels and the mill-lined route)....Read more
This church harbours an impressively sized altarpiece in various shades of beige. A gilded timber tabernacle from Italy is given pride of place. Statues...Read more
Here, you’ll find the entrance to Chavière Valley with an explanatory panel about the valley and the sustainable measures in place to protect it.The power...Read more
Four water abstraction points capture the waters of the Doron de Pralognan and its smaller tributaries - the Chavière, Glière, Isertan and Vuzelle - before...Read more
This nature spot with a leisure centre deep in the Tarentaise region is home to many birds (including as a stopover habitat for migrating birds) and is...Read more
In the Haute Tarentaise area, EDF operates a vast hydroelectric power network comprising water abstraction points, dams and plants, including the one at...Read more
Located in Villaroger Chef-Lieu, this church is very old and has been rebuilt and renovated many times over the years.
From the 13th century, the parish was attended by the Canons Regular of the Hospice du Petit Saint-Bernard. After a fire ravaged the original church in...Read more