Sallanches is a commune located in the Haute-Savoie department within the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of France. It serves as the center of an urban area that houses approximately 46,000 inhabitants.
The town is situated close to the Mont Blanc massif and functions as a transit point for travelers heading toward several prominent alpine resorts. These destinations include Chamonix, Megève, and Saint-Gervais-les-Bains.