Entremont-le-Vieux

Entremont-le-Vieux

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownEntremont-le-Vieux
Insee code73107
Postcode73670
Latitude45.4511440
Longitude5.8852050
AltitudeFrom 755 to 1934 meters
Surface33.01 km²
Population609 inhabitants
Density18 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townChambéry (at 21 km, 22 min)Saint-Pierre-d'Entremont at 4 km (9 min)
DepartmentSavoieChapareillan at 14.4 km (29 min)
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Entremont-le-Vieux occupies the territory of the upper basin between Mount Cozon Outheran west (1650 m), Mount Joigny north (1556 m) and Mont Granier east (1933 m). It is situated on the foothills of the Massif Savoyard part of Chartreuse. Entremont-le-Vieux name, and generally Entremont, stems from the Latin phrase which means Inter Montes "located between the mountains."

This village is located 25 km from Chambéry and 5 km from Saint-Pierre d'Entremont and includes 26 hamlets.


SIGHTSEEING

The Museum of the Cave Bear: There are over 25,000 years in the bowels of the limestone Granier, a cave, known today as the Entremont-le-Vieux "Balme to Collomb," hosted strange occupants of the Prehistory ... Ursus Spelaeus or the Cave Bear. At the end of 80 years as cavers discovered the first bones of cave bears. The museum invites children and adults to follow in the footsteps of the mythical beast. Table manipulations you have fun and educational characteristics of the cave bear and its environment. Time for a visit, you become the scientists who conducted the excavations of the cave bear.

The dairy cooperative in the valley of Entremonts manufactures three mountain cheeses solely from the milk of three breeds of cows. Milk producers are all located on the territory of the Regional Natural Park of Chartreuse. The cooperative is located in the heart of the village close to the museum Entremont-le-Vieux Bear Cave.

Detailed information
Leisure centresSki Resort Le Granier & le Désert
Natural sitesMount Granier,   Mount Outheran,   Pass of the Frêne

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Farmers and Artisans Day 3rd Sunday in August. Numerous activities for children and adults, over 30 exhibitors selling diots, Matafan ...


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Maiden flight and paraglider lessonsSports sensationsFrom 90 € to 500 €Le Touvet (11.6 km)
Tandem paragliding for allSports sensationsFrom 75 € to 140 €Saint-Hilaire (15.7 km)
High mountain activities with a guideSports sensationsFrom 170 € to 280 €Saint-Pierre-d'Allevard (15.9 km)
Discover oenology with a wine-growerLocal flavoursFrom 10 € to 50 €Cruet (18.3 km)
Horse riding in the AlpsNature and the outdoorsFrom 25 € to 950 €La Ferrière (21 km)

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PHOTOS
Dairy cooperative of Entremonts
  
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WEATHER
Monday 20 May
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Tuesday 21 May
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Wednesday 22 May
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RESTAURANTS 
La Grange  
8.3
Chambéry
La Grange restaurant welcomes you in a friendly atmosphere, in a room decorated with wooden symbol of Savoy and the mountain. Come and enjoy an authentic Savoyard cuisine, prepared...
Located 12.8 km from Entremont-le-Vieux30 € per person 
L'Emulsion  
8.9
Chambéry
Located in the city center of Chambéry, just steps from the Castle of the Dukes of Savoy, the restaurant opens its doors emulsion. Enjoy the framework, where ancient and modern meet...
Located 13 km from Entremont-le-Vieux29 € per person 
Brasserie le Z  
8.1
Chambéry
The Brasserie le Z welcomes you in an urban atmosphere throughout your meal to offer original dishes, varied and seasonal. Sweets places, warm welcome and tasty cocktail realize a scientist...
Located 13.3 km from Entremont-le-Vieux39 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La dhuy  
Saint-Vincent-de-Mercuze
Dominant position in the sun flood your living room, your room at the end of the garden (pool deck)! Suite one double room and a single bed room with bathroom and separate toilet on...
Located 8.8 km from Entremont-le-Vieux60 € the double room 
La Maison D'Euterpe    
9.5
Sainte-Marie-d'Alloix
La Maison D'Euterpe, beautiful stone opens the doors of its 5 spacious rooms with refined decoration. Located in the valley Grésivaudan between Grenoble and Chambery, it meets the expectations...
Located 10.4 km from Entremont-le-VieuxFrom 65 € to 110 € the double room 
La bageatiere  
Lepin-le-Lac
Close to Chambery, in the natural park of Chartreuse and 800 m. Lake Aiguebelette, our house offers the charm of an old farmhouse. We have 4 very comfortable rooms fully equipped bathroom...
Located 11.5 km from Entremont-le-VieuxFrom 85 € to 107 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
La Grange
Saint-Pierre-d'Entremont
Renovated barn in the heart of the Natural Park of Chartreuse and situated in a charming hamlet. Three bedrooms with en-suite bathroom, living room, large kitchen and dining room. This...
Located 3.4 km from Entremont-le-VieuxFrom 760 € to 950 € per week 
Location eco Chalet montagne Chartreuse  
9.2
Saint-Bernard
Ecotourism center in chartreuse on the Petites Roches plateau at St Bernard du Touvet. 'Evasion au Naturel' hosts summer and winter in its seven eco-lodges, families, seminarians, and...
Located 11 km from Entremont-le-VieuxFrom 420 € to 770 € per week 
Maison meublée en 73 Savoie  
8.4
Challes-les-Eaux
Nice little house rent furnished bungalow, located in waters Challes royal road between the lake and nearby mountains. Médipôle of Savoy, Granier High School (500 m) - Highway access...
Located 12.6 km from Entremont-le-VieuxFrom 280 € to 350 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du bord du lac  
Bilieu
Camping at the lake Bilieu, has 76 locations with lush direct access to Lake Paladru. Discover the azure waters of this beautiful lake for a family or with friends.
Located 27 km from Entremont-le-VieuxFrom 11.80 € to 12.90 € per day 
Camping du Sierroz  
Aix-les-Bains
Want to get away from it all? Choose Aix-les-Bains, a resort in Savoy between the lake and the mountains. The campsite is ideally located on the banks of Le Bourget Lake, a stone's...
Located 28 km from Entremont-le-Vieux 

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HOTELS
Logis Au Pas de l'Alpette     
8.2
Chapareillan
Between Chambéry and Grenoble, come and discover this lush setting offering a wealth of cultural and sporting activities. The 'Pas de l'Alpette', which gave its name to the hotel, is...
Located 6.2 km from Entremont-le-VieuxRoom from 65 €
Le Saint Vincent     
7.7
Apremont
Set at the foot of the Chartreuse mountain range, this old Savoyard-style building is surrounded by vineyards. It features a bar and games room with billiards and karaoke. Guest rooms...
Located 8.9 km from Entremont-le-VieuxRoom from 55 €
Le Vauban     
6.9
Barraux
Exceptionally located between Grenoble and Chambery in a green park with a private pond, this property faces the famous Barraux Fort on the N90 national road and near the A41 motorway....
Located 9 km from Entremont-le-VieuxRoom from 55 €

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Savoie
Eterlou & Tremplin
Located in the French Alps Tarentaise Valley, Eterlou & Tremplin is in the Meribel ski resort. It offers free access to the...
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