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Things to see in Saint-François-de-Sales (France): 77 places and when to go
Saint-François-de-Sales is a town in France, and this site lists 77 places in and around it, mainly Mountains (38), Nature (37), History (20). The best known are Chambéry Cathedral, Arch of Campanus and Mont Colombier. The best time to come is April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 30. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 45.6776, 6.0329
- Places
- 77 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Mountains (38) · Nature (37) · History (20) · Food and drink (6) · Hiking (6) · Museums and art (4)
- Best time
- April to October.
- Also possible
- November to March.
- Nearest airport
- LYS Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, 74 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Trélod, at 2,181 m.
What to see in Saint-François-de-Sales
The places in and around Saint-François-de-Sales, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Chambéry CathedralCathedral located in Savoie, in France15 km
- Arch of CampanusTriumphal arch in Aix-les-Bains (Savoie, France)9.2 km
- Mont ColombierMountain in France7.7 km
- Château des ducs de SavoieFortified castle15 km
- NivoletMountain in France8.8 km
- TrélodMountain in France13 km
- Mont RevardNature · Mountains4.5 km
- Mont MargériazMountain in France4.5 km
- Mont PeneyMountain in France9.6 km
- Pointe de la GaloppazMountain in Savoie, France13 km
- Faure MuseumArt museum situated at Aix-les-Bains in France9.2 km
- Château de La Bâtie-SeysselCastle in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, France12 km
- Château du BourgetHistory13 km
- Mont JuliozMountain in France10 km
- Pont de l'AbîmeBridge9.9 km
- Roc des BœufsMountain in France13 km
- Rotonde ferroviaire de ChambéryHistory14 km
- Aillon-MargériazSki resort4.6 km
- Château de Buisson-RondHistory15 km
- Château de BourdeauHistory14 km
- Dent d'ArclusazMountain in France14 km
- Hôtel RoyalHistory8.9 km
- Hôtel SplendideHistory8.9 km
- Hôtel Bernascon (Aix-les-Bains)Manor house9.1 km
And the other 53, by what you come to do:
- History: Aillon Charterhouse, Temple of Diana, Théâtre Charles-Dullin, casino Grand Cercle, Hôtel Excelsior, memorial to Alsace and Lorraine, hotel Mirabeau, Chapelle de Saint-Saturnin
- Nature: Crêt de l'Aigle, Dent des Portes, Gorges du Sierroz, Grotte de Lamartine, La Tour de l'Angle Est, Mont Saint-Michel, Pointe de Banc Plat, La Combe D'Ire, Réserve biologique intégrale de la Combe d'Ire, Rochers de la Badaz, Rocs de la Combe, Bonnet de Chérel, Bonnet de Tirebras, Crêt du Char, Dent de Pleuven, Dent de Rossanaz, L'Épion, La Culaz, La Tour des Ébats, Lanche Close, Le Molard, Mont Céty, Mont Chardonnet, Mont d'Étrier, Mont Morbié, Pic de la Sauge, Roc de Poyez
- Snow: Aillon-le-Jeune, La Féclaz
- With kids: Aqualac - Aquapark, Cachin Wake Park, Nexus
- Food and drink: Brasserie du Merle, Brasserie Les Rois Malts, Domaine de Méjane, Domaine Saint Germain, La Baujue, Saubadia
- Hiking: Chalet du Rosay
- Mountains: Les Ailes du Nant, Refuge du Charbon, Refuge du Creux de Lachat, Refuge du Semnoz, Refuge La Plate
- Stargazing: Observatoire d'astronomie
When to go to Saint-François-de-Sales
The best time to visit Saint-François-de-Sales is April to October; also possible: November to March. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:52
- FebPossible10:08
- MarPossible11:37
- AprBest time13:18
- MayBest time14:43
- JunBest time15:29
- JulBest time15:10
- AugBest time13:56
- SepBest time12:18
- OctBest time10:40
- NovPossible9:13
- DecPossible8:30
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 30. In July, 73 of the 77 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Saint-François-de-Sales
The nearest main airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS, Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône), 74 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Saint-François-de-Sales?
The best known: Chambéry Cathedral, Arch of Campanus, Mont Colombier, Château des ducs de Savoie, Nivolet. In all, 77 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Saint-François-de-Sales?
April to October; also possible: November to March. In June there are 15 h 29 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 30.
How do you get to Saint-François-de-Sales?
The nearest main airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS), 74 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Saint-François-de-Sales as the destination and these 77 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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