Les Halles (Covered market)

The Halles of Chambéry

The Chambéry audio-guided tour stops you before the Halles, a covered market in the heart of the city. Under its vaults a long commercial tradition is perpetuated, on the history-laden site of a former quarter of the city.

A place of memory of the city

The site of the Halles keeps the memory of a grave past: it was here that, in the time of the Ancien Régime, the place of executions was located, where the condemned were accompanied by the black penitents, a brotherhood charged with assisting the executed. Later becoming a market, the site changed its face to devote itself to commerce and daily life, but its history deserves respect.

What there is to see

The Halles today house a covered market where producers' stalls, greengrocers, cheese-makers and Savoyard specialities rub shoulders. It is a lively and colourful place, ideal for discovering local flavours and the authentic atmosphere of Chambéry. The building and its bustle make it a gourmet stop appreciated by visitors as by locals.

Practical information

The Halles are in the heart of Chambéry. The covered market is generally open several days a week, in the morning, the days and hours possibly varying according to the season; it is advisable to come in the morning to enjoy the bustle. Access is on the level.

What can you find at the Halles of Chambéry?

A covered market with stalls of producers, greengrocers, cheese-makers and Savoyard specialities, in a lively and colourful atmosphere.

What is the history of the Halles site?

Under the Ancien Régime, the site served as a place of execution; it later became a covered market in the service of daily life.