Saint-Chaffrey

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Located in the picturesque Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France, Saint-Chaffrey is a charming commune that offers visitors a perfect blend of natural beauty, outdoor activities, and rich cultural heritage. Nestled in the heart of the French Alps, this idyllic destination is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts, with its breathtaking mountain scenery and an array of recreational opportunities.

Saint-Chaffrey is a popular destination for nature lovers and outdoor adventurers. The area is a haven for hikers and mountain bikers, with an extensive network of trails that wind through lush forests, alpine meadows, and rugged terrain. In the winter months, the commune transforms into a winter wonderland, with access to some of the best skiing and snowboarding in the Alps. The nearby Serre Chevalier ski resort offers over 250 kilometers of slopes for all levels of skiers and snowboarders, making it a perfect destination for winter sports enthusiasts.

In addition to its natural beauty and outdoor activities, Saint-Chaffrey is also steeped in history and culture. The commune is home to several well-preserved historic sites, including the 14th-century Church of Saint-Chaffrey and the Château de Serre Chevalier, a medieval fortress that offers stunning views of the surrounding mountains. Visitors can also explore the local artisan shops and galleries, where they can admire and purchase traditional crafts and artwork created by local artisans.

Alternative names: Population: 1.6 thous.Area: 9.99 mi²Coordinates: 44°56'5"N, 6°35'21"E

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Saint-Chaffrey – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Les Grands Bains, Parc 1326, Fort des Têtes, Lac de l'Eychauda.

4.9 miNW
44°58'28"N • 6°30'21"E
Les Grands Bains, Le Monêtier-les-Bains
126 min walk • Watersports, Thermal spa, Outdoor activities
3.7 miSE
44°53'21"N • 6°37'43"E
Parc 1326, Briançon
94 min walk • Watersports, Sport complex, Game and entertainment center
4.1 miSE
Forts and castles
Fort des Têtes
104 min walk • The Fort des Têtes, also known as the Fort des Trois Têtes, is a fortification in the vicinity of Briançon in the Dauphiné region of southeastern France. Partially designed by Vauban, the fort was first established as a permanent fortification in the 1720s and was used by the French army until 1940.
5.5 miW
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lac de l'Eychauda, Écrins National Park
140 min walk • Lac de l'Eychauda is a lake in Hautes-Alpes, France.
5.1 miNE
Forts and castles
Fort de l'Olive
132 min walk • The Fort de l'Olive is a fortification in the vicinity of Briançon in the Dauphiné region of southeastern France. Built in 1881 it was originally called the Ouvrage du Bois des Gasquets, it was the third and final fort built near Briançon as part of the Séré de Rivières system of fortifications in the 1870s and 1880s.
~1530 ftW
44°56'7"N • 6°34'60"E
La Baignade Bio de Chantemerle, Serre-Chevalier
8 min walk • Watersports, Swimming pool, Swimming
4.1 miN
Forts and castles
Ouvrage Col de la Buffère
105 min walk • Ouvrage Col de Buffere is a lesser work of the Maginot Line's Alpine extension, the Alpine Line. The ouvrage consists of one combat block at an altitude of 2,393 metres on the Col de la Buffère. Additional blocks were planned but not built or were left incomplete.
4 miSE
Forts and castles
Fort du Randouillet, Briançon
104 min walk • The Fort du Randouillet, is a fortification in the vicinity of Briançon in the Dauphiné region of southeastern France. Briançon was surveyed by Vauban in 1692.
5.3 miSE
Forts and castles
Fort de la Croix-de-Bretagne
136 min walk • The Fort de la Croix-de-Bretagne is a fortification in the vicinity of Briançon in the Dauphiné region of southeastern France. It was built as part of the Séré de Rivières system of fortifications in 1876–79 to defend France against invasion from Italy, at a cost of 1,416,642 francs.
2.5 miNE
Forts and castles
Ouvrage Col du Granon
65 min walk • Ouvrage Col du Granon is a lesser work of the Maginot Line's Alpine extension, the Alpine Line. The ouvrage consists of one entry block, one infantry block and one observation block covering the Col du Granon as part of the defenses of Briançon and Grenoble.
3.6 miSE
Church
Church of Our Lady, Briançon
91 min walk • The collegiate church of Notre-Dame-et-Saint-Nicolas de Briançon is a former collegiate church that became the parish church of Notre-Dame et Saint-Nicolas located in Briançon in the Hautes-Alpes, place du Temple.