La Fontaine de la PaixCommonly known as the Fountain of Lions, this monumental Combloux granite fountain was erected to celebrate the French Revolution, to commemorate its centenary.
Eglise de St Martin s/ArveThis small church, rebuilt in 1681, harmoniously combines the Baroque decor of the 18th century with the Neoclassical elements of the 19th century. On the altarpieces or the vault, sculpted and painted angels are present, enhancing the artistic richness of the place.
Tour de la FrasseA building flanked by a tower with a round base and an octogonal roof, located just above the church.
The castle dates from 1602. A 17th and 18th century Seigneurial residence, it was also a convent and a housekeeping school.
Château BrechesThis castle was built in 1561 and initially called "Tour de Fer" (Iron Tower). It was a vast square building with a round tower that dominates Place de la Grenette.
It housed various noble Sallanches families.
It is a private property and cannot be visited.
Porche de l'ancien couvent des CapucinsDating from 1622, this gate is all that remains of the Capucins Convent, which was built in 1620. After its closure in 1793 and its demolition following a fire in 1840, the gate was moved below the walls of Château Brêches, on Place Grenette.
Château des Rubins - Observatoire des AlpesThe Château des Rubins - Alps Observatory offers a modern, fun, and interactive exhibition on the theme of the mountains—with a capital "M"—all year round.
La Tour de DisoncheThe castle known as "Tour de Disonche" is an old defensive tower built in the 13th century. The castle was also called Château Pissard or Château d'Isonche.
It also belonged to the Menthon fief.
Today it is a private property.
Place St JacquesThis is the oldest square in the town. In an unusual triangular shape, it was redeveloped in 1866 on the approximate location of the medieval market square.
Hôtel de Ville de SallanchesThis imposing building, constructed between 1844 and 1846, marks the town centre. Its long façade orientated towards the embankment with its arcades, pilastres and central pediment, is an example of the Sardinian Neoclassical style in the architecture of the time.
les quais de la SallancheAs well as their first goal of protecting the town from flooding, this public space is a backbone of the town, linking the north and south parts.
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