Between 1806 and 1814, it was one of 33 posts linking Lyon to Turin. Its optical mechanism, combined with a specific vocabulary, allows confidential messages to be sent by displaying 92 different signals.
With signposted access, car and coach parking, it is also accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Guided tours in summer.
Guided tour for groups over 10 people upon request from May to September
- Historic site and monument
Chappe Telegraph of the Bear Plan
Built in 1806, the Telegraph Chappe du Plan de l'Ours is located close to the mills of Pralognan and the Vanoise National Park. In its forest setting, it is the first rehabilitated station in Savoie.
About
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Prices
Free access. Group rate: €2/person.
Reception
Kept on a leash.
Opening
From 11/07 to 29/08/2025, every Friday between 2 pm and 6 pm.
Groups of 8 or more on request from 15/05 to 30/09.
Labels and rating
Services
- Pets welcome
Contacts
Access
A43 (Exit No. 30)
> Direction MODANE / LE FRENEY - D1006
> SAINT-ANDRE L'ORGERE, then signs "Télégraphe Chappe", access by car and bus 200 m from the site.
- Accessible for wheelchairs with assistance
- Possibility of drop-off in front of the site
Motor Disability
Site accessible by a motorable road (where buses can pass) to the car park 150 m away. Either the car can drive through them or we pick you up.
