Situated at an altitude of 1,435 metres, the Plateau des Glières was chosen by the Allies as a parachuting site during the Second World War. From January to March 1944, 465 maquisards gathered there under the successive command of Lieutenant Tom Morel, then Captain Maurice Anjot, to receive weapons destined for the maquis in Haute-Savoie. On 26 March 1944, they faced a massive joint attack by Vichy and Wehrmacht forces. 129 maquisards and 20 local residents lost their lives, either killed in action, shot or deported. Most of them are buried at the Glières National Necropolis.
Historical trail Le maquis des Glières In the centre of the Glières plateau, a new historical trail tells the story of the organisation of the Glières maquis during the winter of 1944. A one-hour loop between the Mémoire du maquis building and the Monument national à la Résistance. 12 reading tables, 2 large orientation tables. Free adult and children's booklets available from the Mémoire du maquis building. Free access.
Exhibition - Esplanade du Monument Celebrating the spirit of Les Glières. The National Monument to the Resistance Built in 1973 on the initiative of the survivors of Les Glières and designed by the artist Emile Gilioli, the monument pays tribute to the 465 maquisards on the plateau and to the events of the winter of 1944. In his search for simple, uncluttered forms, the artist was able to capture the spirit of Les Glières while at the same time creating a work of art that speaks to the viewer. This exhibition traces the history of the work, from its conception through to its completion. Accompanying booklet available free of charge from the Mémoire du maquis reception building. Free access
Visits and events for all ages are offered by the Department's team of cultural mediators.
Visitor alert
The road D55 between Thorens Glières and the plateau des Glières, will be closed from Monday to Friday included from September 19th to November 25th 2022. The road on the Petit-Bornand Glières-Val-de-Borne side remains open.
Ouverture
April, May: open weekends, bank holidays and public holidays (zone A) June, September: Open every day except Monday 9.30am to 12.30pm and 1.30pm to 5pm
July, August: open every day except Monday From 10am to 12.30pm and from 2pm to 6pm
In the event of an orange heatwave, outdoor activities and visits will be cancelled. In the event of an orange weather warning (rain, storm, wind), the building is closed.
Free entry for children < 8 years, press, the drivers, teachers, people with reduced mobility, disabled people and accompanying persons. Group rate available for > 10 people.
Contact et accès RD 55 Plateau des Glières Thorens-Glières 74570 Fillière Haute-Savoie (74)
