Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownSaint-Michel-de-Maurienne
Insee code73261
Postcode73140
Latitude45.2176750
Longitude6.4758699
AltitudeFrom 698 to 3130 meters
Surface36.31 km²
Population3020 inhabitants
Density83 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townChambéry (at 86 km, 54 min)Saint-Martin-d'Arc at 830 m
DepartmentSavoieSaint-Martin-de-la-Porte at 2.2 km
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Chief town of the district, a small town of about 3000 inhabitants, 711 meters above sea level, is composed of numerous hamlets located on the sunny side of the Arc. It has long been an important turning point at the intersection of roads leading to Italy (Frejus tunnel 18 km), Tarentaise and Briançon.

At the foot of the great Alpine passes, friendly stations near the gates of the Vanoise National Park, Saint-Michel is located in the heart of the Maurienne and a rich tourist area in all seasons. City stage, it becomes a place to stay for many vacationers through sports and cultural backgrounds and the attractiveness of traditional villages and hamlets.

Many activities are available: tennis, cinema, library, fishing in lakes and rivers, climbing, via ferrata, family outings to explore the villages, wildlife and flora.


SIGHTSEEING

Museum of aluminum instead of the church.

Visit the medieval village, the Round Tower and Tower Square.

General Ferrie's house.

Painters Dufour.

Church and baroque chapels restored.

Many walks from Saint-Michel, in a natural protected area, many species of butterflies, wetlands, archaeological trail, a very rich architectural heritage in the villages ...

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TransportTrain station of Saint-Michel-Valloire

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Market every Friday morning.

Frequently Asked plants in May.

Feast of St. Michael on September 29.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

At the foot of the Col du Galibier, mythical summit of the Tour de France.

Col du Telegraph.

Opinel Museum in Saint-Jean-de-Maurienne.

PHOTOS
Espace Alu
 
St. Michael
Saint-Michel and its hamlets
 
Round Tower
Medieval village
 
Viewpoint Pas du Roc and Telegraph
Frequently Asked plants
  
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WEATHER
Friday 24 May
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Saturday 25 May
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Sunday 26 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Chez Pépé Nicolas  
5
Saint-Martin-de-Belleville
CHALET ALPAGE - And if we went Chez Pépé Nicolas? Between Les Menuires and Val Thorens, in the mountains, come share a fondue with family or friends. An exceptional view of the Alps,...
Located 11.3 km from Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne42 € per person 
La Grange  
9
Saint-Martin-de-Belleville
La Grange restaurant, perched on the mountain in the heart of Val Thorens at the Pierre et Vacances welcomes you in a setting where the Savoyard stone and wood predominate. Menu, the...
Located 11.9 km from Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne32 € per person 
La Joyeuse Fondue  
5.5
Saint-Martin-de-Belleville
La Joyeuse Fondue Savoyard restaurant at the top of Val Thorens, welcomes you in a most elegant with its beautiful fireplace, chandeliers and candlesticks. The map shows the great classics...
Located 12 km from Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne39 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La maison jaune    
9.7
Saint-Pancrace
2 rooms for 1 to 4 persons, and possibility of sleeping 2 additional persons. House in 2 km of St Jean de Maurienne's center, situated on the hillside southwest and dominating the city....
Located 12.6 km from Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne64 € the double room 
Apartment with 2 bedrooms    
10
Villarodin-Bourget
Bed and breakfast 'tailor' - Ideal for hikers, climbers. Lies at the foot of the Vanoise National Park, Forts of Esseillon. 15mn from Italy via the Fréjus tunnel. For ski enthusiasts,...
Located 17.2 km from Saint-Michel-de-MaurienneFrom 45 € to 50 € the double room 
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 21 km from Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gite de la biche orelle liaison 3vallées  
8.8
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 5.8 km from Saint-Michel-de-MaurienneFrom 350 € to 600 € per week 
Locations St Rozaire à Valloire - Savoie  
8.8
Valloire
Two rentals on the ground floor of a chalet in Valloire in the center of the ski resort in Savoie.
Located 6.6 km from Saint-Michel-de-MaurienneFrom 295 € to 405 € per week 
Le pin des aigles  
8.8
Valloire
Rental of luxury in a typical mountain chalet on the site Animal of Bonnenuit, Valloire. Very spacious, 150 m ², ideal for rest with family or sporting holiday. Very important wildlife...
Located 11.5 km from Saint-Michel-de-MaurienneFrom 750 € to 2390 € 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 100 m ², rental cabins, rental mobile home wood, rental tents furnished....
Located 27 km from Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne19 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel Le Marintan     
7.7
Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne
This hotel is located in a landscaped garden in the Maurienne Valley. Situated 300 metres from the Telegraph-Galibier mountain bike route, it is 1 km from Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne...
Located in Saint-Michel-de-MaurienneRoom from 29 €
Hotel du Galibier    
6.3
Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne
Hotel du Galibier is situated in Saint-Michel-de-Maurienne, just 18 km from the Valmeiner and Valloire-Galibier ski resorts. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi internet access and views of...
Located in Saint-Michel-de-MaurienneRoom from 38 €
Madame Vacances Le Vermont    
6.4
Valmeinier
This residence is located in the Northern Alps, in the heart of the Valmeinier ski station, just 50 metres from the ski slopes. It features a spa centre with hot tub and hammam. Madame...
Located 4.2 km from Saint-Michel-de-MaurienneRoom from 19 €

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Savoie
Hôtel l'Aigle des Neiges
L'Aigle des Neiges is a luxury hotel located 1800 metres high in the heart of the old village, very close to the slopes and...
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