Allinges

Allinges

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownAllinges
Insee code74005
Postcode74200
Latitude46.3351460
Longitude6.4633450
AltitudeFrom 438 to 750 meters
Surface15.01 km²
Population4099 inhabitants
Density273 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townAnnecy (at 70 km, 61 min)Margencel at 4.4 km (7 min)
DepartmentHaute-SavoieOrcier at 4.6 km (6 min)
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Small town of 3921 inhabitants, Allinges, common area (area 1501ha) located at the gates of Thonon is high nine hamlets to various attractions.

An industrial scale and it develops without prejudice to its green countryside.

From the heights of the hill, the site of the Castle invites you to walk. Indulge yourself and discover in a peaceful, a breathtaking panorama of the Jura, the Geneva and the Alps.

History: In 1570, Emmanuel Philibert recover his duchy that criminalizes County. The County then included Anthy, Armoy, Cervens, Draillant, The Lyaud, Margencel, Mesinger, Orcier, Perrignier, Allinges. The Banner County Allinges is dated 1582. It is silk skirt and painted wood. C? Was the flag of the bourgeois militia responsible for defending the county. Classified September 23, 1936. One can see at City Hall. The Sardinian Allinges cadastres and Mesinger from 1738 to 1824 are part of filings in the departmental archives.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Castles of Allinges:

History of Castles Allinges:

  • Through the centuries, men develop and fortify the castles before the battles, disputes and real wars destroy them. It is from the fifth century, a legend on the Burgundians, who had built the first fortress Allinges the location of Chateau-Vieux. Under Rudolf II, king of the second kingdom of Burgundy, the primary site grows, and is south-west a new book, Chateau Neuf.
  • In 1269: The feudal struggles opposing the House of Savoy, who has Allinges-Neuf and the dolphins Viennese heirs of the lords of Faucigny, owners of Chateau-Vieux until 1355 ...
  • In 1285: A true war clashes this succeeds: it will last 70 years. Issues of this confrontation, the two castles are fighting violently ...
  • In 1355: The Treaty of Paris put an end to this devastating conflict for the Chablais. He finally conceded to the Counts of Savoy Chateau-Vieux, which loses all justification. Soon abandoned, ruined over the centuries, the castle guard its walls a dense and turbulent history, never having been archaeological complete ....
  • In 1570: The Allinges are built to county independent mandate of Thonon ....
  • In 1594: St. Francis de Sales, the future bishop of Geneva-Annecy, arrives with his cousin Louis Allinges Neuf. "The Apostle of Chablais" will stay around 30 months in the region to reduce its inhabitants to the Catholic faith ....
  • In 1703: With the approach of the troops of Louis XIV, Château Neuf is dismantled on the orders of the Duke of Savoy, Victor Amadeus II. Since that time, Allinges offer visitors the impressive and mysterious figure, full of legends and stories ...
  • In 1860: The Savoy was finally annexed by France.
  • In 1936: The chapel of the 11th century style othonien is cleared of rubble. Monsignor Rey, Bishop of Annecy, bought Chateau Neuf and part of Chateau-Vieux and restore the church that opens September 14. Having construct dwellings between 1842 and 1844, he installs the Missionaries of St. Francis.
  • In 1972: At the instigation of Jean Lanore, founder of the Association for the Protection of Castles Allinges, consolidation works begin.
  • In 1994: The ASCA is committed to the rediscovery of Chateau-Vieux.
  • In 2001: A new millennium and a new future for Castles Allinges become communal property.
  • There are 6 shrines in the town.
  • The main bell, bronze, of the parish church (height 78 cm, 92 cm diameter) was melted in Geneva in 1456 by C. Mercier. It is dedicated to the Virgin Mary. It is the oldest bell Haute-Savoie. Ranked September 8, 1936.
  • Many barn doors typically Chablais can be seen on all the hamlets of the commune. In the capital, a small bas-relief on one wall is a snake farm carved (fertility symbol).
  • Walking: The Hill of Castles Allinges is crossed by many footpaths and in particular the Grande Randonnée de Pays du Littoral Lake Geneva which is marked in yellow and red. During the winter, these trails are maintained for the happiness of the first spring hikers. The plots are enhanced in each year to pick a consistent slope and not too strong. Three loops were marked in 2003 by the installation of directional signs.
  • The loop Castles: Departure from the parking Castles, Palaces and crossing back through the forest south side (1h).
  • The loop of Maladière: Departure from the parking Castles, the direction and Maladière Perrignier and return by Villard, Bonnant and La Colombiere (duration 3 hours). To facilitate your walk, the common Allinges is anxious to maintain these trails (slashing, pruning, hoeing and markup).
Detailed information
MonumentsCastle Neuf,   Castle Vieux

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • The common Allinges is bisected by the Big Walkway Country (GRP) Littoral Lake Geneva ranging from Chens-sur-Léman Meillerie. This trail is marked in yellow and red. It requires Mesinger, the Castles of Allinges and Walnut.
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Adventure trail in AccroparcNature and the outdoorsFrom 8 € to 20 €Bellevaux (10.2 km)
Unusual walk or snowshoe hikeNature and the outdoorsFrom 17 € to 25 €Saxel (10.6 km)

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PHOTOS
Gate Allinges Castles
 
Castles Gate
View on the capital and Lake Geneva from the Castle
 
View on the capital Allinges
Lake View
 
View on Lake Geneva from the Castle
The Castle Chapel
 
View the Castles
Fresco classified Allinges of Castles
 
Castles Fresco
Fresco classified Castles of Allinges
 
Trail around Castles Allinges
hiking trails around Castle
  
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Saturday 25 May
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Sunday 26 May
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Monday 27 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Les Tournesols  
8.5
Thonon-les-Bains
Place to relax ... - Close to Lake Geneva, just take a breath of air to Sunflowers. This restaurant has a cozy and bright setting that fosters a relaxed atmosphere. ... And tasting...
Located 2.5 km from Allinges37 € per person 
Auberge d'Anthy  
9
Anthy-sur-Léman
Haute-Savoie, near Evian and Mont Blanc, Auberge d'Anthy treats its guests since 1927. This longevity speaks volumes about the quality of the place! This hotel and restaurant alive...
Located 3.6 km from Allinges30 € per person 
Les Cygnes  
8.2
Évian-les-Bains
THE WATERFRONT - Wonderful setting with stunning views of Lake Geneva, lovely terrace, private beach and dock ... it is enough to extend his stay at the restaurant Les Cygnes! Close...
Located 12 km from Allinges38 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Au Pré de la Basse    
9.6
Orcier
Le bonheur est dans le pre. Beautifully sited on approximately 3100 ft. On the french side of lake genova this chalet “la basse” is built in the traditional savoyan style with many...
Located 4.8 km from Allinges70 € the double room 
La Fontaine d'Argence    
9.2
Habère-Poche
In the heart of AlpesduLéman to HabèrePoche, near Geneva, lies the guest house La Fontaine d'Argence. This beautiful farmhouse has been completely restored with a spirit at once contemporary...
Located 8.3 km from AllingesFrom 70 € to 130 € the double room 
Le Clos Gemme Plus (Évian)    
10
Neuvecelle
The Clos Gemme Plus is a modern and discrete charmous property, with a prestigious decoration. This one join subtlety a colored and harmonious modernism with an ancient and rich art...
Located 13 km from AllingesFrom 156 € to 189 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Les vergers d'Anthy
Anthy-sur-Léman
Traditional Savoyard mazot equipped for 3-4 people. 20 m²: bedroom 10 m ² plus mezzanine, kitchen, toilet, shower, storage. Bed: sofa bed 140cm, width 2 beds 80cm in mezzanine. In the...
Located 4.5 km from AllingesFrom 200 € to 280 € per week 
Le renard bleu
Draillant
To fully discover our region, the Blue Fox (former boarding house) offers three furnished (Striped Fox, the Fox Wood, Fox Musical) for rent for short or long stays, with full autonomy....
Located 5.6 km from Allinges490 € per week 
Le Manoir de Neuvecelle
Neuvecelle
Apartment totally renovated in an authentic manor (built in the fifteenth century) located 667. avenue d'Evian in Neuvecelle (74500) – France – 6 persons, 150 m², facing north-south....
Located 12.4 km from AllingesFrom 800 € to 850 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du chatelet    
8
Sciez
Three stars campsite situated in Haute-Savoie (France), on the shores of Lake Geneva, 300 meters from the beach and the marina of Sciez-sur-Léman, in a quiet and green place. Pitches...
Located 5.1 km from AllingesFrom 13 € to 18.50 € per day 
Camping La Renouillère  
Sciez
Camping **, quiet and wooded located 200 m from Lake Geneva Lake and mountains Sciez. Open from mid-April to mid-October. Eco-responsible commitment. Label 'Famille Plus'. Free wifi....
Located 5.1 km from AllingesFrom 11 € to 15 € per day 
Camping de Saint Disdille    
8.6
Thonon-les-Bains
Camping Saint Disdille, Camping Quality, welcomes you from April to September, at Thonon-les-Bains on Lake Geneva in a green and wooded site. Come and enjoy the mountains, swimming...
Located 7.8 km from AllingesFrom 15 € to 23 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hotel Côté Sud Leman     
7.8
Thonon-les-Bains
Set near the Lake Geneva, Switzerland and the Alps mountain range, discover a peaceful, ideally situated hotel. You will be welcomed in a warm, family atmosphere at the entrance of...
Located 2.5 km from AllingesRoom from 62 €
Auberge d'Anthy     
8.4
Anthy-sur-Léman
Located 300 metres from Lac Léman, between Genéve and Thonon-les-Bains, Auberge d’Anthy offers a local restaurant specialized in sea food and fishes from the lake and a bar. Guests...
Located 3.6 km from AllingesRoom from 56 €
Hôtel Café du Palais     
7.9
Thonon-les-Bains
Located in the centre of Thonon-les-Bains, this hotel is just 400 metres from the train station and a 5-minute walk from the thermal baths. It features a bar and restaurant, and Lake...
Located 3.9 km from AllingesRoom from 49 €

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