Discover Fillinges

Fillinges is a destination for travellers who want to include cultural history and a range of walking routes in their plans. Highlights include the millstone quarries on Mont Vouan, Saint-Laurent Church, the Ponts et moulins riverside route, and the weekly market. Local attractions offer a variety of experiences, from historic stoneworking and architecture to waterside landscapes and regional produce.

Millstone quarries on Mont Vouan

The millstone quarry complex on Mont Vouan in Fillinges comprises seven quarries. Some extend for several hundred metres and reach deep into the mountain. Numerous tool marks tell the story of quarrying from the High Middle Ages to the end of the 19th century. This long history and the marks left behind make the complex a compelling destination for travellers interested in historic stoneworking. By decree of 11 March 2009, the quarries were listed as historic monuments. PAYSALP offers guided visits to the Meulières à Vachat and Grand'Gueule for groups throughout the year. Confirm reservations and availability before your trip.

Trails and waterways

The Les Meulières à Vachat hiking trail starts in Fillinges and is an 11.6-kilometre round trip. It leads to the Marais de la Pierre au Mort and the Vachat millstone quarries. The distance gives you a clear idea of how to fit this outing into your plans; check current trail conditions before setting out.

The Ponts et moulins route offers a different focus. In Fillinges, it follows landscaped riverbanks along the Ménoge and Foron. While Les Meulières à Vachat leads to a marsh and the millstone quarries, Ponts et moulins focuses on rivers and their banks. An educational fishing trail has also been created along a river in Fillinges. It is designed to raise awareness of aquatic habitats and help visitors discover them.

Saint-Laurent Church

Saint-Laurent Church in Fillinges was built in the 19th century in the Neo-Gothic style. Its spire rises almost 40 metres high. Its construction date, style and height give the church a distinct architectural character alongside the history of the millstone quarries. If you are interested in religious architecture, it offers another specific cultural highlight to include in your travel plans.

Weekly market in Fillinges

The weekly market takes place every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the car park of the Salle du Môle. Local craftspeople and producers offer, among other things, fruit, vegetables and poultry; short supply chains are favoured. The market gives your stay a set time to plan around and offers a taste of local produce. If you would like to visit, plan for Saturday morning.

Discover more destinations: Les Contamines-Montjoie, La Vernaz, Meillerie, Talloires, Cordon, La Forclaz, Doussard, Entrevernes.

For an overview of the wider region: Haute-Savoie.