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Guided tour in french: The Railway Rotunda
Event date
From 03/11 to 19/12/2025 on Saturday from 2.30 pm. Extra date 11/11. The tour starts at the foot of the metal stairs of the Rotunda. From 21/12/2025 to 04/01/2026 on Wednesday and Friday from 10.30 am. On Saturday from 2.30 pm. The tour starts at the foot of the metal stairs of the Rotunda. From 05/01 to 06/02/2026 on Saturday from 2.30 pm. The tour starts at the foot of the metal stairs of the Rotunda. From 07/02 to 08/03/2026 on Wednesday and Saturday from 2.30 pm. The tour starts at the foot of the metal stairs of the Rotunda. From 09/03 to 31/03/2026 on Saturday from 2.30 pm. The tour starts at the foot of the metal stairs of the Rotunda.
Reservation required In summer, if possible, bring a small bottle of water (it can get hot in the rotunda). In winter, dress warmly. Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour begins. The Rotunda is an active industrial site; for your safety, please respect the access points indicated on site.
From: 8 years
Max. number of people: 25
This unique railway roundhouse, built between 1906 and 1910, features an articulated metal structure similar to the Eiffel Tower.
Visit in French.
If you want a private English guided tour, please ask for a guide (+33 4 79 70 70 41)
From 1906 to 1910, a 108-meter diameter roundhouse capable of holding 72 locomotives was built. This facility was electrified relatively early, as early as 1928. In 1944, the roundhouse was damaged during the bombing of the railway infrastructure.
In the 1980s, it narrowly escaped destruction. Protected as a historic monument in 1984 and completely restored by the SNCF, it is the jewel of Chambéry's industrial heritage.
In addition to the preservation and restoration of the site, its continued operation gives it a unique character. Accompanied by a tour guide, come discover this site and the electrical equipment restored by the Association for the Preservation of Savoyard Railway Heritage.
In partnership with the SNCF.
Not suitable for children under 8 years old.
Duration: approximately 1 hour 15 minutes.
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