Presle: Hotels and Accommodation

Hiking

Hiking trails lead from the hamlets of Presle to the Chapelle de Prodin, offering a panoramic view there. In 1860, 1861 and 1862, processions from Presle and neighboring Maurienne communities made their way to this chapel. The official access point for the Les Grandes montagnes de Presle et du Verneil hike is at the Chapelle de Prodin, at the end of the forest road.

The Le tour de Presle hiking route connects the hamlets of Presle via old paths that lead through meadows and forests.

You can find accommodation for your stay in Presle.

Mountain landscape

The Grandes montagnes de Presle et du Verneil are extensive alpine grazing areas where livestock have grazed for centuries. In the immediate vicinity of Presle are the Pointe de Ramavoulla, a peak, and the Grande Montagne d'Arvillard, a mountain.

In the area around Presle are Le Grand Chat, a peak, and Le Champet, a mountain.

Culture and history

The Maison forte Beauregard and its chapel were destroyed by fire in the 17th century and rebuilt in 1714. The Maison forte in Preslette is considered to be the former Château de Beauregard.

The Église Saint-Vincent in Presle is an old church whose origins are associated with an 11th-century church. The public washhouse in Preslette still has running water, bears the year 1943 and is in good condition.

In September 1867, a cholera outbreak in Chambéry and various communities around Presle prompted residents to suggest rebuilding the Chapelle de St Roch, which had been destroyed during the Revolution.

Surroundings

The Chartreuse de Saint-Hugon, a ruin, is located in the immediate vicinity of Presle. The Abbaye du Betton, a historical site, the Fort de Montgilbert, a fort, and the Fort Barraux, a fort, are also located in the area around Presle.

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More destinations

More places in the same destination:

Albiez Montrond, Saint-Pierre-D'albigny, Saint-Martin-Sur-La-Chambre, Voglans, Lanslevillard, Valmorel, Cruet, Levassaix.