Discover Chambery
Get under the skin of Chambery on an overland journey by train through France, with time to discover the city sites and venture out into lesser-known suburbs.
Chambery, in southeastern France, is a city of Alpine charm and Savoyard heritage. The Château de Chambéry and the Elephants Fountain highlight its historical significance, while its proximity to the French Alps offers opportunities for outdoor adventures. Chambery’s relaxed atmosphere and cultural richness make it a delightful destination.
Neighbourhoods in and around Chambery
Holidays by land and sea
Explore Chambéry's palatial fine arts museum in a historic corn exchange, featuring 14th-18th-century Italian masters like Caravaggio and dramatic Alpine landscape paintings.
Visit Rousseau's home, Le Charmettes, where he lived with his lover and mentor, Madame de Warens. This rural retreat offers insights into this key Enlightenment thinker’s life and work.
Tour the Château de Chambéry, once home to the Dukes of Savoy. Explore its historic rooms, see the Treasury of the Holy Shroud and visit the on-site museum showcasing Savoy’s rich heritage.
Visit the Savoie Museum to discover the region’s history through archaeological finds, traditional costumes and exhibits on Savoyard life, housed in a beautiful former Franciscan convent.
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