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  3. Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes
  4. Savoie
  5. 73530 Saint-Sorlin-d'Arves

  6. Cross of the Iron Cross Pass

 Cross of the Iron Cross Pass à Saint-Sorlin-d'Arves en Savoie

Patrimoine classé
Patrimoine religieux
Croix
Savoie

Cross of the Iron Cross Pass

    Route de la Croix de Fer
    73530 Saint-Sorlin-d'Arves
Photo de Cross of the Iron Cross Pass

Timeline

Époque contemporaine
2000
Aujourd'hui
Aujourd'hui

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Origin and history

La Croix du col de la Croix de Fer is a monument on the territory of the municipality of Saint-Sorlin-d'Arves. This Alpine pass, known for its geographical and historical importance, bears a monument whose exact shape and function are not detailed in the available sources. Its name evokes a religious or commemorative symbol, typical of mountain passes in France.

In Alpine regions such as St.Sorlin-d'Arves, monuments such as crosses or calvaries often served as landmarks for travellers, pilgrims or local populations. They marked difficult crossing points, borders, or assembly points. These structures could also have a spiritual dimension, offering symbolic protection to travellers crossing isolated or dangerous areas.