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Allinges castles discovery trail

Discover the medieval story of the two neighboring yet rival castles : New Castle and Old Castle. The views tell of an even older story that stretches from the Alpine Sea to the Rhone Glacier.

Sport Allinges castles discovery trail Allinges

About

Departing from Allinges (74200)
Average length : 01h00
Total elevation gain : 267m
Vertical drop : 267m
Distance : 6km
Signed walking trail
Animals allowed
Unguided individual tours available permanently
Guided individual tours on request

The interpretive trail of the Allinges castles will take you to discover one of the 20 geosites developed by the UNESCO World Geopark of Chablais.

Former residences of St François de Sales, the Allinges castles are one of the emblematic sites of the province of Chablais.

On site, thanks to explanatory panels, you will understand the medieval history of these two neighbouring and rival fortresses.

Dating from the 10th century, these two castles carry in them the history of the territory. The Belvedere des Châteaux rises to 717 meters, you will discover an exceptional panorama on the Geneva, the Jura and the Prealps.

On site, the Art'llingeoise gallery offers temporary exhibitions during the summer period (paintings, sculptures, photographs...).

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    Reception

    Animals allowed
    Languages of documentation : English, French
    Languages visits : English, French
    Languages informatives signs : English, French
    Not adapted to strollers

    Period of practice

    All year round.

    Services
    • Pets welcome
    Equipments
    • Parking nearby
    • Public WC
    • Picnic area

    Access

    Eglise d'Allinges 74200 Allinges
    Departing from : Allinges (74200)
    Latitude : 46.336594 - Longitude : 6.464494
    Information update on 25/04/2024 by Syndicat Intercommunal d'Aménagement du Chablais