Visit the spiritual Our Lady of the Alps Church
France joseph glacier, New Zealand • 
Underrated
Underrated
Best months to visit
Jul, Aug, Dec
15°C – 27°C, warm and sunny with occasional thunderstorms, high crowds, peak season
15°C – 27°C, warm and sunny with occasional thunderstorms, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Fully accessible with ramps, elevators, and seating.
Fully accessible with ramps, elevators, and seating.
Value for money
High
Entry is free, offering great value for the experience.
Entry is free, offering great value for the experience.
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Reviews from other travelers
Summarised by AI
Peaceful Ambiance
Couples found the church a serene spot for quiet reflection and a moment of peace.
Stunning Architecture
The neo-Gothic design and stained glass offered couples a visual treat.
Easy Access
Conveniently located, making it easy for couples to include in their itinerary.
Limited Information
Some couples wished for more detailed historical context available on-site.
Rural Location
Couples noted the limited public transport options in the area.
Unclear Hours
The church's actual opening hours were sometimes a bit confusing.
How to book
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Hours of operation
Monday
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Tuesday
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Wednesday
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Thursday
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Friday
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Saturday
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM
Sunday
08:30 AM - 07:00 PM
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
December
HIGH
-5-5°C
Cold temperatures with significant snowfall.
Cold temperatures with significant snowfall.
Open
High demand; early booking recommended.
High demand; early booking recommended.
Recommended
December's snowy landscape attracts winter sports enthusiasts; plan ahead due to peak season crowds and prices.
December's snowy landscape attracts winter sports enthusiasts; plan ahead due to peak season crowds and prices.
January
HIGH
-7--1°C
Cold temperatures with frequent snowfall.
Cold temperatures with frequent snowfall.
Open
No specific restrictions noted.
No specific restrictions noted.
Not recommended
January is characterized by cold temperatures and frequent snowfall, making it ideal for skiing. However, it is also the peak ski season, leading to high crowd levels and elevated prices. The church remains open during this period.
January is characterized by cold temperatures and frequent snowfall, making it ideal for skiing. However, it is also the peak ski season, leading to high crowd levels and elevated prices. The church remains open during this period.
February
HIGH
-8--2°C
Cold temperatures with frequent snowfall.
Cold temperatures with frequent snowfall.
Open
No specific restrictions noted.
No specific restrictions noted.
Not recommended
February continues the peak ski season with cold temperatures and frequent snowfall. School holidays contribute to high crowd levels and elevated prices. The church remains open during this period.
February continues the peak ski season with cold temperatures and frequent snowfall. School holidays contribute to high crowd levels and elevated prices. The church remains open during this period.
March
MEDIUM
-5-2°C
Cold temperatures with occasional snowfall.
Cold temperatures with occasional snowfall.
Open
No specific restrictions noted.
No specific restrictions noted.
Recommended
March offers a transition from winter to spring, with cold temperatures and occasional snowfall. Crowd levels decrease as the ski season winds down, leading to more moderate prices. The church remains open during this period.
March offers a transition from winter to spring, with cold temperatures and occasional snowfall. Crowd levels decrease as the ski season winds down, leading to more moderate prices. The church remains open during this period.
How to get there
Shuttle
Recommended
Taxi
Recommended
Walking
Recommended
Bike
Bus
Car
Train
Additional info
Here's what you need to know about this experience
Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required