Fontaine des Éléphants
The city's best-known monument, with four elephants honouring the Count of Boigne.
Chambéry, France
Chambéry: airports, things to do and where to stay
Chambéry, the former capital of the Dukes of Savoy, lies between the Bauges and Chartreuse mountains, close to Lac du Bourget. Its old town keeps narrow lanes and mansions from the Savoyard era.
Chambéry airports
From the airport to central Chambéry
Chambéry-Savoie Mont Blanc airport is about 9 km from central Chambéry.
Taxi
The airport has no public transport, so taxis are the main option. The ride to central Chambéry takes about 10-15 min.
Chambéry
Things to do in Chambéry
Château des ducs de Savoie
Former residence of the Dukes of Savoy, with its Sainte-Chapelle, where the Shroud of Turin was kept for years.
Cathédrale Saint-François-de-Sales
Cathedral famous for its trompe-l'œil paintings covering the vaults and walls.
Lac du Bourget
France's largest natural lake, with beaches, boat trips and Hautecombe Abbey on its shore.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport serves Chambéry?
Chambéry is served by Chambéry-Savoie Mont Blanc (CMF).
How far is the airport from central Chambéry?
Chambéry-Savoie Mont Blanc airport is about 9 km from central Chambéry.
How do I get from the airport to central Chambéry?
From Chambéry-Savoie Mont Blanc airport you can take Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.
What are the must-sees in Chambéry?
Highlights of Chambéry include Fontaine des Éléphants, Château des ducs de Savoie, Cathédrale Saint-François-de-Sales, and Lac du Bourget.
Photo credits
- Fontaine des Éléphants: Florian Pépellin, CC BY-SA 4.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Château des ducs de Savoie: Patrick, CC BY-SA 2.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Cathédrale Saint-François-de-Sales: Florian Pépellin, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons
- Lac du Bourget: Florian Pépellin, CC BY-SA 3.0, Wikimedia Commons