Located 40 km from Lyon, the medieval town of Crémieu holds an authentic and impressive architectural heritage, the first traces of which date back to the 12th century. Thanks to a numbered route, you can discover all the monuments.
The Delphinal Castle (12th century), from the top of its strategic promontory, bears witness to the development of the city: construction of imposing fortified gates (14th century), a majestic market hall (15th century), a convent of Augustins leaning against the ramparts (14th-19th century) then its cloister (17th century)... So many vestiges which are the visible traces of a past where Crémieu had military, economic and religious importance.
The medieval town of Crémieu is classified as a ZPPAUP (Zone for the Protection of Urban and Landscape Architectural Heritage).
The medieval town of Crémieu is classified as a ZPPAUP (Zone for the Protection of Urban and Landscape Architectural Heritage).
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Difficulty parking during major events.
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Location details
40 km from Lyon, in Nord-Isère.
- Village center
Visit
Language(s) of the visit
Français
Audio guide language(s)
English French
Individual visit services
- Unguided individual tours permanently
- Guided individual tours on request
Group visit services
- Unguided group tours permanently
- Guided group tours on request
Opening
| Opening hours from January 01 to December 31, 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Monday | Open |
| Tuesday | Open |
| Wednesday | Open |
| Thursday | Open |
| Friday | Open |
| Saturday | Open |
| Sunday | Open |
Prices
Free
Services
Equipments
Services
Activities on site
- Concert
- Temporary exhibitions
- Show
Home animals
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Linked offers
On the spot…
Cultural activities
“Building the city in the Middle Ages” workshop in Crémieu
11 May 12 May 2024
Wine and Taste Fair
Easy level
A short tour around Crémieu
Crémieu picnic area
Free
Le 14 June 2024
Costumed guided tour of the Crémieu ramparts
Le 19 July 2024
Investigation visit to Crémieu
01 January 31 December 2024
Guided tour of Crémieu for schoolchildren
01 January 31 December 2024
Guided group tour – Discovery of the medieval town of Crémieu
Le 07 July 2024
Guided tour of the medieval city of Crémieu
Sports activities