Village of Savoie, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Saint-Marcel takes place in the Tarentaise valley, between Moûtiers and Bourg-Saint-Maurice. Mainly a rural commune, it takes its name from Saint Marcel I, thirtieth pope, or from Saint Marcel, local saint and bishop of Tarentaise.
Located in a preserved natural setting, the village of Saint-Marcel attracts lovers of outdoor leisure and authentic landscapes.