Avrieux

Avrieux

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownAvrieuxVillarodin-Bourget at 1.8 km
Insee code73026Aussois at 2.2 km
Postcode73500La Norma at 2.4 km
Latitude45.2149829Modane at 4 km
Longitude6.7205380Bramans at 4.4 km
AltitudeFrom 1094 to 3506 metersFourneaux at 6.1 km
Surface37.85 km²Valfréjus at 7.1 km
Population373 inhabitantsFreney at 7.7 km
Density9 inhabitants/km²Saint-André at 8 km
National labelSollières-Sardières at 8.5 km
Chief townChambéry (at 108 km, 77 min)Termignon at 10.2 km
DepartmentSavoieVal Thorens at 14 km
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

At the heart of the Maurienne valley (Savoie), the common Avrieux is nestled at the foot of a rocky crowned on the east by the barrier forts Esseillon and notched on the north by the Cascade St. Benedict.

At the gates of the Parc National de la Vanoise, the village enjoys an exceptional climate of Mediterranean mountain promoting fauna and flora unique in the region. These characteristics have also earned the nickname Avrieux small Nice.

Behind the village look nonchalant Avrieux surprise visitor more surprised to discover a small mountain town combines individuality, tradition and modernity.


SIGHTSEEING
  • Culture:
  • Religious Heritage: The Church of St. Thomas Becket. Through a guided tour, discover this unique religious heritage, a jewel of Baroque art. Behind a rather austere exterior hides unsuspected treasures: gilded carved wood and polychrome paintings, moldings? Known as the most beautiful church of Maurienne, the church Avrieux illustrates perfectly the splendor of the Baroque Savoy.
  • Heritage fortified: The dread Marie-Therese, the barrier is fortified Esseillon. Let us guide you and get acquainted with the art of fortification in the mountains and the daily lives of soldiers of the 19th century Piedmontese? The Center for Heritage Interpretation Fortified welcomes you all year and offers more of a guided tour of the permanent exhibition, temporary exhibitions, conferences, educational workshops ...
  • Craft:
  • Glass Art (glass blower)
  • Nature Workshop and Wood (achievements workshop objects interior wood)
  • Sport:
  • Via Ferrata: the vertiginous trail above the gorge of the Arc 7 combines independent sections. The loop has total 3760 meters, making the most via ferrata in France. Free access.
  • Adventure: This course delighted young and old by combining thrill and discovery site Esseillon. The Tyrolean angels you will cross the gorge of the Arc over 150 meters high?
  • Site climbing. Situated below the rocky overcome by the strong Marie-Christine, the limestone cliff variety of ways delight all audiences (lanes 4 to 8a). Free access.
  • Trails Esseillon. These routes are marked and punctuated with reading tables invite you to explore the site Esseillon, strong natural environments, from the remarkable fate of village Avrieux.
  • Walks:
  • Le Petit Bonheur: This family hike very pleasant ski the whole valley of the Haute Maurienne La Norma in Bonneval-sur-Arc and allows access to the barrier Esseillon at Devil's Bridge and more precisely HERITAGE fortified Redoubt Marie Therese. The journey time is 2:30 (A / R) for 100 m in altitude.
  • The Cascadelle: very nice trail along the stream Nant, beautiful passages under waterfalls. The most beautiful views on the barrier Esseillon. Check on the Chemin du Petit Bonheur. The journey time is 2:30 (loop) for 400 m in altitude.
  • Fort Marie-Christine's View of the series of forts Esseillon, peaks surrounding chain border with Italy, the valley of the Arc and the mythical summits of the Vanoise. The starting point is located and in Aussois travel time and 45 minutes. Ideal for families.
  • Fort Victor-Emmanuel and the Devil's Bridge.
Detailed information
MonumentsChapel Notre-Dame-des-Neiges,   Chapel Saint-Benoit,   Church Saint-Thomas-Becket
Natural sitesPass of Pelouse,   Wood of the Nant

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Each year:

  • January: underground tour of the Fort de la Redoute Marie Therese with a final meal at Savoy.
  • July: Day of Pain. The oven of Avrieux welcomes you for a day dedicated to making and tasting traditional bread.
  • In September: Heritage Days. Enjoy free tours of the church of St. Thomas Becket and fears Marie-Therese!
  • October: Autumn Italian. Numerous events including concerts, fashion shows, screenings ...
PHOTOS
View of village Avrieux
 
Altarpiece of the Church of St. Thomas Becket
Waterfall Saint Benedict
 
The redoubt Marie-Therese and Dent Parrachée (3697m)
The redoubt Marie-Therese
  
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WEATHER
Sunday 3 June
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Min. 17°C - Max. 25°C
Monday 4 June
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Min. 15°C - Max. 22°C
Tuesday 5 June
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Chambres d'hôtes la roche du croue    
9.6
Aussois
In the village station of aussois, near the National park of Vanoise, la roche du croue offers 5 rooms labeled Gites de France 3 ears.
Located 2.2 km from Avrieux68 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le Clos du Bario  
8.8
Termignon
Old house in mountain village, ski resort, restored taste, listed cottage Charming, spacious, terrace, garden. Parc de la Vanoise, near Italy.
Located 10.2 km from AvrieuxFrom 660 € to 1130 € per week 
Gîte rural - Parc National de la Vanoise  SPECIAL OFFER
Termignon
A Termignon Vanoise, inside the national park of Vanoise, we offer this cottage Rural 2 to 5 people and warm. Located in the valley of the arc, in Haute Maurienne, on National Road...
Located 10.4 km from AvrieuxFrom 280 € to 620 € per week 
Gite des cerfs orelle liaison valthorens
Orelle
65 m² cottage has 6-8 people on orelle valthorens 3 Valleys largest ski area in the world near the Vanoise National Park and mythical passes alpins. Navette free to join cable car pool...
Located 13.4 km from AvrieuxFrom 350 € to 600 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Le Parc Isertan  
Pralognan-la-Vanoise
Camping Caravaneige Isertan Park at the foot of the Vanoise National Park. Heated pool and indoor pool of over 100m ², rental cabins, rental mobile home wood, rental tents furnished....
Located 18.6 km from Avrieux15.10 € per day 

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HOTELS
Résidence Plein Soleil     
7.8
Avrieux
Located in Avrieux, this residence is in the heart of the Haute Maurienne ski resorts. It offers fully-equipped apartments and studios with private balconies or terraces. At the Plein...
Located in AvrieuxRoom from 22 €
Résidence Les Chalets et Balcons De La Vanoise 
La Norma
Located at 1350 metres altitude in the heart of the upper valley of the Arc, La Norma, in the Vanoise massif, this residence has a furnished balcony with views over the mountains. Each...
Located 2.2 km from AvrieuxRoom from 38 €
Résidence Sogenor Le Grand Air     
6.7
La Norma
Situated in Vanoise Park, this residence comprises individual apartments within a chalet-style village on La Norma peak. Résidence Sogenor provides self-contained accommodation right...
Located 2.3 km from AvrieuxRoom from 33 €

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Savoie
Résidence Les Balcons de Val Thorens
The Residence Les Balcons is located in Val Thorens ski resort, in the 3 Valleys ski domain. It offers mountain views and...
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