Saint Michel Church and Priory
in Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Presentation
The Saint Michel Church is classified historical monument since 1979.
Of it first construction in 1119 by the Benedictines remains only the bell tower. Another edifice in the baroque style was built in 1707 and 1709. The altarpiece, realised in 1737-38 is in the Empire style.
The organ is inaugurated on the 12th of July 1992: it was put up in two parts to avoid to mask the great stained-glass window.
Rates
Free access.
Opening dates
All year round, daily between 6 am and 7 pm.
Location
Saint Michel Church and Priory
Place de l'église
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
74400 Chamonix-Mont-Blanc
Nearest bus stop: Chamonix Centre
Nearest train stop: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc train station
Nearest car park: Saint Michel car park.
Nearest train stop: Chamonix-Mont-Blanc train station
Nearest car park: Saint Michel car park.
Handicap
Access to the church is possible via an inclined plane
