Taninges

Taninges

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownTaningesChâtillon-sur-Cluses at 3.7 km (4 min)
Insee code74276La Rivière-Enverse at 5 km (6 min)
Postcode74440Mieussy at 6.6 km (7 min)
Latitude46.1067940Saint-Sigismond at 7.4 km (8 min)
Longitude6.5910520Morillon at 8.2 km (8 min)
AltitudeFrom 609 to 2000 metersThyez at 8.7 km (12 min)
Surface42.66 km²Verchaix at 9 km (9 min)
Population3441 inhabitantsCluses at 9.9 km (12 min)
Density79 inhabitants/km²Marignier at 10.9 km (14 min)
Chief townAnnecy (at 70 km, 54 min)Les Gets at 11.4 km (13 min)
DepartmentHaute-SavoieSamoëns at 11.5 km (12 min)
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

At 642 m altitude, in the heart of the Valley Giffre on the road to the great Alps and cross streams and Foron Giffre Taninges village overlooked by the majestic peak of Marcelly offers multifaceted! His station Praz de Lys-Sommand to 1500 m altitude, authentic and family facing Mont-Blanc is an ideal playground for practice activities "nature" in pastures.

8 km Cluses, 71 km from Annecy, 42 km from Geneva, 51 km from Chamonix.


SIGHTSEEING

Taninges The village has a rich historical and cultural heritage to explore alone or with a guide.

Around the market square, the historic center of Taninges has changed little for centuries. La Grande Rue, rue des Arcades, Old bridge saddle of the sixteenth, the Sainte-Anne, or the fountain are all witnesses of the past that contribute to the tranquil charm of the Village.

Stroll through the village streets at a rate of 40 joyful ringing the bells (the first department). This unique carillon is housed in the belfry of the single largest church Haute-Savoie. After contemplating the major organs and crossing the "meadow of the church, small park shaded and cool, continue your walk to the Charterhouse of Melanie. This listed building from the 13th and 16th cloister struck by its austerity and sobriety. Become an ideal venue for concerts and exhibitions for quality, Chartreuse Melanie is an exceptional place: quiet and imposing.

The resort of Praz de Lys-Sommand is a family site with outstanding panoramic exceptional incentive to find the time to contemplate, to breathe, to recover?

In winter, skiing passion cross walk in front of the Mont Blanc. 24 ski lifts, 45km of pistes for all levels will delight fans as passionate.

The northern area extends over 60 km across landscapes: meadows, forests and hamlets of cottages?

For walkers peaceful, 30km of groomed and marked trails are available to them at the heart of an unforgettable landscape.

In summer, fans will be fans from the assault of the 60 km of marked trails for all levels to discover the fauna and flora of the mountains. Many activities are still available from the resort: horse riding, mountain biking, tennis, fishing lakes or river, water sports, paragliding, climbing, canyoning?

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Taninges
Leisure centresSki Resort Praz de Lys Sommand
MonumentsChapel of Flérier,   Charterhouse of Mélan,   Fountain of Taninges
Natural sitesHeadland of Marcelly

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

In January: Passage of the Grande Odyssée Savoie Mont Blanc (international race dog sleds).

In February: Assault High Fleury (ski mountaineering race at night).

In March: Crossing the Ramaz (running popular cross country skiing), Open snowscoot, Telemark Tour.

In May: Day of waste collection in the mountains.

In June: Festival of music and Baptism Jacquemard.

In July: National Day, Belgian Festival, Guitar Festival, Ascent Walking.

In August: The Jacquemard (car show), Rally for sculptors.

In September Contest coupling, European Heritage Days.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Ecomuseum Paysalp, Nature Reserve circus Sixt Fer à Cheval, Fruit in Mieussy Museum of Mechanical Music in Les Gets.

PHOTOS
The ancient village
 
The Station in winter
The Charterhouse of Mélan
 
The Church of St. John the Baptist
The chimes and bells 40
 
Equestrian station
Panorama of Mont Blanc in summer
 
The pedestrian trails in winter
The Ascent Pedestrian Taninges-Praz de Lys
 
trails cross country skiing
Panorama Mont Blanc Winter
 
Paragliding above the peak of Marcelly
The Crossing of the Ramaz
 
Assault High Fleury
Contest couplers
 
Rally sculptors
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 4°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 5°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. -3°C - Max. 4°C
RESTAURANTS 
Le poirier
Arâches-la-Frasse
Cooking of fresh products, homemade desserts, meats and cheeses of local artisans, wood-fired pizza, late service.
Located 10 km from TaningesFrom 15 € to 60 € per person 
La table de fifine
Samoëns
Our mountain lodge is located in a magnificent alpine chalet in a beautiful typical old wood inside, warm and friendly, the work of a journeyman carpenter. Our chef Arnaud before you...
Located 10.9 km from TaningesFrom 30 € to 45 € per person 
Jardins d'Ulysse et Les AIrelles
Morzine
Two restaurants, one gastronomic, one traditionnal, seafood, Fish, Specialities from Haute Savoie.
Located 12.1 km from TaningesFrom 20 € to 65 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Hamacopic    
9
Châtillon-sur-Cluses
In a former farmhouse on a large flat with private entrance and parking, three bedrooms with bathroom and toilet, balcony and terrace with hammocks ready, open all year can host ta...
Located 1.8 km from Taninges58 € the double room 
Chambre et table d' hote de plampraz    
9.5
Samoëns
Discover our bed and breakfast located on the heights of the top Giffre we offer 5 bedrooms all with private bathrooms and decorated in Savoyard style we have in an old converted ferme....
Located 9.2 km from TaningesFrom 49 € to 54 € the double room 
La Persévérance    
9.2
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Onnion
Nestled in a green mountains crowned by Savoy, the beautiful wood cottage built in the tradition of the country opens its doors for you to share his warm and friendly. You can also...
Located 11.2 km from Taninges76 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Chalet épicure
Verchaix
Holiday in the heart of the great massif.
Located 6.6 km from TaningesFrom 390 € to 800 € per week 
Studio dans chalet individuel  
10
Morillon
Studio for 3 people. Calm and comfort in the heart of the Grand Massif. Stays all year round.
Located 6.9 km from TaningesFrom 200 € to 370 € per week 
Chalet refuge du Rati
Morzine
Chalet-refuge located 8 km from Morzine, 500 m above the parking cervical Encrenaz open all year, altitude 1500 m, above the baseline (on skis) from the chairlift Northern Darling,...
Located 7.6 km from TaningesFrom 1050 € to 1400 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping en Alpage Le Megevan à 1550 m    
8.4
La Giettaz
Between LA and clusaz megeve exceptional location for lovers of the mountain with views of Mont Blanc. Absolute tranquility. Numerous hiking and paragliding place. Via Ferrata 5 km....
Located 26 km from Taninges10 € per day 
Camping les cimes  
Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Camping at the foot of glaciers. Great view. Comfortable cottage rentals.
Located 30 km from Taninges15.40 € per day 
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 30 km from TaningesFrom 12.50 € to 16.50 € per day 

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HOTELS
La Ferme Du Lac     
8
Thyez
La Ferme du Lac overlooks La Ferme Lakes, with easy access to the ski resorts Grand Massif and Avoriaz. It has a relaxation space with sauna, hammam and Jacuzzis. The rooms at La Ferme...
Located 4.8 km from TaningesRoom from 90 €
Inter-Hotel du Faucigny     
7.9
Scionzier
This family property is a perfect gateway to the Mont-Blanc country, close to Morzine-Avoriaz, Les Gets and Flaine. here, you will find a calm and comfortable setting that is ideal...
Located 5.1 km from TaningesRoom from 63 €
Chalet Hotel Vaccapark     
9.2
Mieussy
Chalet Hotel Vaccapark is located in Mieussy on the Sommand Plateau. It offers an indoor pool and a wellbeing centre with Jacuzzi, spa, massages and beauty care. Each room is in a chalet-style...
Located 6.7 km from TaningesRoom from 48 €

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