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Saint-François-de-Sales Church

Saint-François-de-Sales Church is a Catholic church in Annecy, Haute-Savoie, France. Also known as Saint-François and as the église des Italiens, it is located in the old town of Annecy, opposite the palais de l'Isle. Its position places it within one of the city’s historic urban settings, where it forms part of the architectural and cultural landscape of the old town. As a named religious building, it is identified by its association with the Catholic tradition and by its location in a prominent area of Annecy. The church is a recognizable landmark in relation to the nearby palais de l'Isle.

Map showing the location of Saint-François-de-Sales Church in Annecy
Location of Saint-François-de-Sales Church in Annecy

Location and Identity

Saint-François-de-Sales church is a Catholic church in Annecy, in the Haute-Savoie department of France. It is located in the old town of Annecy, opposite the palais de l'Isle. The church is also known as Saint-François and as the eglise des Italiens.