La Tour de Contrôle is a bar and restaurant set inside the former control tower at Challes-les-Eaux airfield, near Chambéry. From the rooftop, visitors overlook the runway and can watch aircraft taking off and landing against the backdrop of the Granier, Nivolet and Belledonne mountains.
A restaurant between sky and mountains
What makes the venue unusual is its genuine history: meals are served in a converted former control tower, not a themed replica. Large windows and the rooftop provide spectacular panoramic views, while the movement of aircraft is a constant reminder of the location's aviation past.
Brasserie cooking and Savoyard produce
The menu follows a brasserie style, with meat, burgers, Neapolitan pizza and daily dishes. Local products regularly feature, including Savoy trout, Bleu des Aillons cheese and specialities using regional cheeses.
The venue is particularly suitable for:
- An unusual lunch or dinner near Chambéry;
- Aviation enthusiasts;
- An aperitif with mountain views;
- Couples or friends looking for a genuinely distinctive setting.
What to know before visiting
La Tour de Contrôle is at Challes-les-Eaux airfield, 1 avenue de Chambéry. The restaurant opens Tuesday to Saturday according to meal services, while the bar stays open later from Wednesday to Saturday. Booking is recommended for the rooftop and the best runway views.
