Château de Gye, Giez

Name: Château de Gye
Address: Giez, France

#1 among attractions in Giez

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The castle of Giez, also known as Gy or Gye, is an old fortified house of the thirteenth century, remodeled in the sixteenth century and restored in the nineteenth century, which stands on the town of Giez a French commune, in the department of Haute-Savoie and the region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes.

The facades, roofs and interior have been registered as historical monuments since October 9, 1979.

The outbuildings and the park have been registered as historical monuments since August 22, 1996.

Coordinates: 45°45'5"N, 6°14'46"E

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Giez France

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Château de Gye – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: La Tournette, Château de Chevron, Tamié Abbey, Arcalod.

5.6 miN
Dramatic peak with mountain and lake views
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Church
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