Back
cultural heritage
Chappe telegraph of the Plan de l'Ours
Built in 1806, the Chappe Telegraph of the Plan de l'Ours is located just a stone's throw from the Pralognan mills and the Vanoise National Park. In its forest setting, it is the first historical telegraph station to be rehabilitated in Savoie.
Description
Between 1806 and 1814, it was one of the 33 posts linking Lyon to Turin. Its optical mechanism, associated with a specific vocabulary, allows the sending of confidential messages by the display of 92 different signals.
Access is signposted, with parking for cars and buses, and is also accessible to people with reduced mobility.
Services
-
Guided group tours
Environments
-
In the mountains
Rates
Free access.
Opening period
From 15/05 to 30/09, every day.
Spoken languages
-
English
-
French
-
Italian
Adapted tourism
-
Wheelchair accessible with assistance
-
Possibility to drop someone off in front of the site
Location
A43 (exit n°30) direction Modane D1006, at the traffic circle of Freney, take the direction of Saint-André - L'Orgère then follow the signs "Télégraphe Chappe", access by car and by bus, parking at 200 m from the site.
Additional reservation
Reservation required for groups.
Animals
Animals accepted : No
Held on a leash.
- XIXe siècle
