• Historic site and monument

Old town of Montmélian

The restored old centre of Montmélian is a stunning example of urban Savoyard architecture: narrow-fronted houses, covered walkways, Renaissance-era mansions, old shop windows...

Historic site and monument Old town of Montmélian Montmélian

About

Montmélian (73800)
Animals allowed
Unguided individual tours available permanently
Guided individual tours on request
Average duration of an individual visit : 01h00

The citadel at the bottom of the fort is encircled by Medieval ramparts. On both sides of the main road, passageways between the narrow-fronted houses lead into a labyrinth of inner courtyards and covered walkways.
The Renaissance-era mansions have kept their mullion windows, spiral staircases and Italian loggias.
Only the guest quarters and the church remain from the Dominican monastery, founded in 1319.
The Chaîne district (former entrance to the town) has maintained its picturesque character with its paved roads and old shop windows. The 17th-century Pont Cuenot (Historic Monument) over the Isère provides a lovely view over the town.

Guided tours with a Guide du Patrimoine Savoie Mont Blanc :

    1 4

    Prices

    Full price: 5 €
    Reduced price: 3 €.

    Free entry for children < 18 years.

    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages spoken : French
    Languages of documentation : French
    Languages visits : French

    Opening

    All year round, daily.
    Open access.

    Labels and rating

    Classical
    Contemporary
    Gothic
    Renaissance
    19th C
    15th C
    16th C
    17th C
    18th C
    20th C
    21st C

    Services
    • Pets welcome
    • Educational visits
    • Coach access
    • Themed tour
    • Set down on-site for groups
    • Restaurant
    Equipments
    • Picnic area
    • Bar
    • Toilets
    • Public WC
    • Exhibition space
    • Car park
    • Media library
    • Restaurant
    • Covered car park
    • Parking

    Access

    73800 Montmélian
    Information update on 10/02/2024 by Office de tourisme Coeur de Savoie