Castles

Fort Victor-Emmanuel in Aussois, centrepiece of the Esseillon barrier: free access year-round, parade ground, chapel, penitentiary. Official sources only.

The Redoute Marie-Thérèse in Avrieux, a Sardinian fort of the Esseillon turned interpretation centre: 2026 hours, prices and accessibility, official sources.

The dukes of Savoy's castle in Chambéry: 15th-century Sainte-Chapelle, 70-bell Grand Carillon, 2026 guided tours at €7.50. Official sources only.

The towers of Chignin, a listed monument in Savoie's vineyards: seven towers per the Département, a very easy 3.3 km loop. Official sources only.

The château de Thomas II at Le Bourget-du-Lac: free courtyard, museum tower in summer (€2), protected marshes. Official sources only.

Fort de Tamié above Albertville: free access, the Tour du Fort trail, three belvederes, audio-guided visits and an adventure park. Official sources only.

Château de Miolans above Saint-Pierre-d'Albigny: 12th-century keep, the dukes' state prison that held the Marquis de Sade, 2026 hours and prices verified.