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Sanatorium: Martel de Janville
Description
Built in 1937 by Pol Abraham and Henry Jacques Le Même, Martel de Janville is the last sanatorium to be built on the Plateau d'Assy. A real liner made of reinforced concrete, it belongs to the so-called "compact" group.
This building, in the form of a T, was formerly reserved for army officers. The facade, 120 metres long, is distinguished by its staggering asymmetric design.
The three wings are built around a dual-axis based on two semicircular entrances and surmounted by a sculptural conical chimney. The beauty of the building still lies in the dynamic contrast created between straight lines and curved shapes. The decoration of the chapel was painted in frescos by Angel Zarraga. Registered as a Historic Monuments, Martel de Janville is also labeled "20th Century Heritage ."
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Price(s)
Guided visits for fee-paying groups.
Updated by
Office de Tourisme de Passy - 24/11/2025
www.passy-mont-blanc.com
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Open period
Rehabilitated into private flats, a former sick room and the chapel only can be visited all year round with the Savoie Mont-Blanc heritage guides. Information from the Passy Tourist Office.
Contact
Phone :
04 50 58 80 52
04 50 78 00 03
Website :
http://www.passy-mont-blanc.com
http://ville-passy-mont-blanc.fr
Location complements
Situated less than 3 kilometres from Plaine Joux.
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Animals
No
