Historic site and monument
in Crémieu

La Porte de la Loi

Mentioned in 1400, it was one of the main entrances to Crémieu. It was originally preceded by a moat where the Vaux River flowed. Now only the ditches remain. Crows (protruding stones) crown the Chemin de Ronde.
Monumental door in terms of its dimensions. Originally these corbels supported either a hoard – a wooden balcony – or a machicolation. As the crows are very important, this second hypothesis is the one that has prevailed since its 2023 restoration.
It also has a stunner.
The four-sided roof is covered with slates, which are flat limestone stones typical of the traditional architecture of the Crémieu region.
Originally, in Crémieu, there were at least 11 town gates, 9 of which are preserved today, and at least 14 watchtowers still preserved.
We speak French

Themes:

  • Historical patrimony
  • Ruins and remains
  • Tour

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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
MondayOpen
TuesdayOpen
WednesdayOpen
ThursdayOpen
FridayOpen
SaturdayOpen
SundayOpen

Prices

Free.
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Services

Equipments

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Address

Baron Raverat course
38460 Crémieu
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