Mercury: Hotels and Accommodation

Mercury is located in the Parc Naturel Régional du Massif des Bauges and stretches from the outskirts of Albertville to the Massif de La Belle Etoile, which reaches an altitude of 1,843 metres. The area includes numerous signposted hiking trails.

If you would like to find or book a hotel for your stay in Mercury, you can choose a hotel in the area.

Nature

The landscape of Mercury therefore extends from the surroundings of Albertville to the Massif de La Belle Etoile. The numerous signposted hiking trails complement this geographical setting.

Culture

The Church of Eglise Saint Pierre de Mercury contains 54 gilded wooden statues. The church also preserves elements dating from the 17th century and was remodelled in the 19th century by E. Melano. The church is open daily all year round and offers guided tours.

The Chapelle de la Ramaz was built in 1752 on the initiative of Joseph Chevalier as the Notre-Dame-Des-Neiges chapel. It is open daily all year round and freely accessible.

The Chapelle de la Soffaz dates from the early 17th century. Skeletons were found nearby that may date from the period of the Saracen occupation. The chapel has an altar with a portable consecration stone, above which stand statues of Saint Ferréol and Saint Bon. It too is open daily all year round and freely accessible.

The Chapelle des François is dedicated to Saint François de Salle and Saint Garin and was renovated in 1792. The Chapelle de la Frasse was built in 1699 and is dedicated to Saint-Germain, Notre-Dame du Puy and Saint-Jean l’Evangéliste. The Chapelle du Villard was built around 1630 and is dedicated to Bernard de Menthon, Sainte Marguerite and Saint Claude.

The Fort de Tamié is located in the municipalities of Plancherine and Mercury at the Col de Tamié. It was built in 1876 by 600 Italian workers and commanded the area around Albertville. The fort offers a walking trail, picnic areas and views of the surrounding valleys and mountain ranges. There is also an adventure course at the Fort de Tamié site.

Further destinations: Le Bois, Les Échelles, Saint-Franc, Termignon, Méribel-Mottaret, Doucy-en-Bauges, Fontcouverte-La-Toussuire, Bessans.

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