The old Fontaine tile factory operated from 1860 to 1900. Two other tile factories were also in operation in the commune of La Balme. Their activity ceased around 1914. The railway then made it possible to transport less heavy mechanical tiles.
The chapel overlooks the Rhone River and the town of Yenne. Built in the 19th century, it is dedicated to the Virgin. Its monumental statue, sculpted by J. Fabisch is a replica of the Virgin on the chapel's steeple of Fourvière, in Lyon. Yenne village.
During your walks, you will definitely see ochre houses. These houses, built following a very ancient building style, are in rammed earth. Open your eyes deep, it's a treasure of our heritage.
This site offers an exceptional viewing point over the Rhône and the Monts du Bugey.
The Chapel of Pigneux is not far from Saint-Genix-sur-Guiers, a village through which the way of Saint James (Chemin de compostelle) runs. That's why many pilgrims are used to go to the chapel.
Located on the GR9, this monolith stone is on the edge of the rock. Once you get there, you can enjoy a magnificent view on the Ain plains and on the new Rhône in the crossing of the ancient lake of Pluvy.
The "Conspectus" chateau is at the location known as "La Tour", at an altitude of 731m. Here stand the remains of the first chateau of Saint-Maurice, one of the oldest in Savoie.
Come and discover the Chapel of Landrecin, made of stone and covered with a plain tile roof topped with a little steeple with a bell still attached to it, and a trefoil-end metal cross. Yenne village.
The Church of the Carmes is a historical monument from the 15th century. Come and look up to the recently restored chancel, the amazing frescoes, the vertical gardens and the well-known St Felix source
The Chapel of Lagneux features 15th century architectural details. Renovated in 2007 and 2008, it got its little steeple and ironwork elements back, which had been melted down for war requirements. It shelters a wooden pieta that has also been renovated. Yenne...
Discover this charming 12th century chapel with its antique cemetery, whole wrapped in a classic country scenery.
It is a mysterious under block shelter, that might have been occupied by a wolf once! A recent theory explains that this place was part of an ancient pre-celtic sanctuary (-450 before Christ), sacred place related to astronomy.
The Heritage Guides of the Pays de Savoie offer you a discovery of the city of Yenne and its many vestiges of the Middle Ages: the classified Romanesque church, the Meline canal of the XIV, the ancient village, its passages ...
Come and admire this fine example of modern sacred art, listed in the Savoie departement's directory of heritage since december 2016. The church of St Jean Baptiste can be found in St Jean le Haut, on the hillside overlooking the Lacs de Chevelu.
There is evidence of the existence of this chapel dating back to 1703, but given the design of its choir, its construction can be dated back even further to the middle ages.
The highest point of the village. An office is celebrated there every 3rd Sunday of June.
The Abbey of la Rochette -inhabited by a Benedictine community of monks relating work and prayer - is a peaceful place where you can relax and recharge your batteries.
The St Romain Chapel is located in Jongieux-le-Haut, on a hill, close to a panoramic viewpoint overlooking the plainof Rhone and the vineyard. Recent building dating from 1995, it was made on the initiative of a villagers' association created in 1989. Joncieux...
Two modern sundials designed by Arcabas in 2008 adorn the church tower. Take a detour on your walk and discover these art works in Rochefort, admiring the landscape of the Guiers plain and the surrounding mountains.
The Church of Saint Didier d'Aoste is one of the few churches in the surroundings of Pont de Beauvoisin to be kept partly in its medieval state. This charming Romanesque building, topped by a heavy square bell tower deliver its history and treasures. Free...
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