Of international renown l'Abbaye d'Hautecombe is an important centre of spirituality and tourism. Nesting on the banks of the lake it has known many changes since its construction in 1137. Its present aspect dates from renovations in 1821 under the reign of Charles Felix King of Sardinia.

The church of gothic troubadour style is the burial place of the princes of Savoie. The ex-king of Italy Humberto II was the last to be buried here in 1983.

Le Chemin Neuf, a lay community now manages the domain and organises public visits as well as an international centre for young people. Audio-guided visits daily except Tuesdays

Following the guide available free of charge at the OT - only in French-, the more daring and curious visitors will discover the bread ovens, fountains and chapels which make up our Chautagne villages.. Witnesses of life in the past they have been renovated to help us understand the habits and customs of yesteryear.

You can easily explore the most remote of our villages by car and by foot .

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In summer months visits are organised with official guides. Chanaz can be approached from the canal banks and then the heart of the village visiting the museum, the mill  and the Maison de Boigne.

A trip down the canal to visit the pretty village of Chanaz will charm lovers of old stones and local heritage.

Le musée gallo-romain

The life and work of Gallo-Roman potters who, in the 5^th century, settled in Portout, on the Canal de Savière’s shores, come alive in this interactive museum, located in a 15^th century gothic chapel. 

Ceramics, jewellery and everyday items are on display. Interactive kiosks and games give a glimpse of what Portout was like then. Museum events inlcude guided tours, pottery workshop, and potters’ market.

Open from mid-April to mid-October, all the year fro groups on Rendez-Vous. Informations on the days and opening hours: +33 (0)4 79 52 11 84.