Stronghold, princely palace and symbol of the power of the Counts and Dukes of the Savoie, the Château des Ducs de Savoie brings together a remarkable collection of buildings, constructed between the 13th century and the present day.
It is currently the seat of the Préfecture and Département of Savoie.
It is currently the seat of the Préfecture and Département of Savoie.
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The princes who governed the Savoy State for almost 900 years and the number of administrations that followed have left their mark. Since 1860, when the Savoie region was annexed to France, the Préfecture and the Conseil Général du Département continued this administrative function.
Guided tours leave from the Hôtel de Cordon CIAP (71 rue Saint Réal), and allow visitors to see inside part of the Medieval buildings:
- Salles de la Chambre des Comptes (except Mondays)
- Cour...
Guided tours leave from the Hôtel de Cordon CIAP (71 rue Saint Réal), and allow visitors to see inside part of the Medieval buildings:
- Salles de la Chambre des Comptes (except Mondays)
- Cour...
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Location
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Environment
- In centre of town
- Town location
- Bus stop < 500 m
- Close to a public transportation
Access
- Close to bus lines A, C, D (stop "Château des ducs") or 1, 2 and 19 (stop "Préfecture"). More information on synchro.grandchambery.fr.