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From the torrent to the current, hydroelectricity in Haute Maurienne : guided tour

Avrieux
© From the torrent to the current, hydroelectricity in Haute Maurienne : guided tour - M. Colliot-Thélène - Fondation Facim

With your guide, relive the epic development of hydroelectricity in the valley! You will discover why the village of Avrieux hosts several EDF power plants and you can even experience the principles of hydroelectricity!

Description

Supervised by a guide from the Pays d'art et d'histoire des Hautes vallées de Savoie.

Rates

Adult: 6 €, Child (6-16 years): 3 €.

Free entry for children under 6.

Opening period

Thursday 16 July 2026 between 10 am and 12 pm.

Thursday 23 July 2026 between 10 am and 12 pm.

Thursday 30 July 2026 between 10 am and 12 pm.

Thursday 6 August 2026 between 10 am and 12 pm.

Thursday 13 August 2026 between 10 am and 12 pm.

Thursday 20 August 2026 between 10 am and 12 pm.

Spoken languages

  • French

Location

Meeting point: Avrieux town hall car park

Additional booking

You must register before 6pm the day before at the Tourist Office of your choice.
Meeting point town hall car park Avrieux

Animals

Pets allowed : No

Thursday 16 July
From the torrent to the current, hydroelectricity in Haute Maurienne : guided tour
  • Guided tour
Avrieux town hall parking lot 73500 Avrieux