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Discover the hidden battle for the soul of Annecy. Beyond its fairy-tale canals and alpine charm lies a gripping saga of brutal secular lords and radical spiritual revolutionaries. Trace the dramatic shift from the iron-fisted Dukes of Savoy to the gentle yet politically brilliant Saint Francis de Sales. This immersive journey reveals how a catastrophic defeat transformed a quiet town into the 'Rome of the Alps'.
- A 1.6 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 78 min
- Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Spirituality, Myth & Nature
- Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
From Annecy's main station, take local public transport toward Château d'Annecy. Get off at the nearest stop and walk the final few minutes to Château d'Annecy, Annecy, France. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
From Basilique de la Visitation, walk to the nearest public transport stop and travel back to Annecy's main station. The departure point is Basilique de la Visitation, Annecy, France. Check the current local connection on the day of travel.
Itinerary
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1
The ultimate symbol of secular political power, setting the stage for understanding who controlled the region before the religious shift.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2The Island Palace
This iconic island fortress served as a prison, courthouse, and mint, illustrating the administrative grip of secular rulers.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Cathedrale Saint-Pierre
The 16th-century cathedral that became the spiritual headquarters for St. Francis de Sales after the Catholic bishopric fled Geneva.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
The administrative nerve center of the bishopric, representing the institutionalization of the power established by St. Francis de Sales.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5
Built on the site of the first monastery of the Order of the Visitation, founded by St. Francis de Sales and St. Jane Frances de Chantal.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6Basilique de la Visitation
The grand finale of the tour, housing the tombs of St. Francis de Sales and St. Jane Frances de Chantal.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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