Thoissey - Tourism, Holidays & Weekends (2024)

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At the gates of the Dombes and Bresse. Faced with Beaujolais and throw the Mâconnais. 180 m altitude. Located 420 km from Paris.

Thoissey The town is surrounded by the Saône and the Chalaronne. With its towpath and wet meadows that form a rich ecocomplex for its biodiversity in flora and fauna.

Geographical information

Municipality	Thoissey
Postcode	01140
Tourism labels
Latitude	46.1717400 (N 46° 10’ 18”)
Longitude	4.8010030 (E 4° 48’ 4”)
Altitude	From 168m to 178m
Surface area	1.34 km²
Population	1672 inhabitants
Density	1247 inhabitants/km²
Prefecture	Bourg-en-Bresse (38km, 40 min)
Insee code	01420
Intercommunality	CC Val de Saône Centre
Department	Ain
Territories	Alps, Jura mountains
Region	Auvergne-Rhône-Alps

Nearest cities & towns

Saint-Didier-sur-Chalaronne	1.3km (3 min)
Dracé	3.5km (6 min)
Mogneneins	4.5km (7 min)
Saint-Symphorien-d'Ancelles	4.7km (8 min)
Garnerans	5.8km (10 min)
Peyzieux-sur-Saône	6.5km (7 min)
Saint-Étienne-sur-Chalaronne	6.8km (11 min)
Genouilleux	7.3km (8 min)
Bey	7.4km (12 min)
Corcelles-en-Beaujolais	7.4km (10 min)
Illiat	7.7km (13 min)
Guéreins	8.5km (9 min)
Lancié	8.8km (10 min)
Romanèche-Thorins	9.1km (11 min)
Taponas	9.1km (10 min)

Things to see and do

The pharmacy of the Hospital of the eighteenth century, classified as historical monuments. Do not hesitate to ask for guided tours program at the Tourist Office Val de Saône Chalaronne!
Wash-house of the nineteenth century.
Mansions and timbered.
The lifting of the harbor with its avenue of plane trees on 179 900 m dating from 1808 (the second most beautiful in France) about to be closed.
The Merchant City Park (trees and wildlife).
The church and the paintings of Daniel Sarrabat.
All types of fishing can be practiced, either along the 13 km of river Saône, on Chalaronne and its tributaries in the many bays or ponds.
Hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking.
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Riding stable.
Complexe du Val de Saône: walk by the river, up to the free water, river stop, children's playground.

Places of interest

Information points	Tourist Office Val de Saône Chalaronne
Monuments	Convent of the Ursulines

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Events and festivities

boastful, festive fanfares festival every first Saturday in August.
Fair of Saint Martin: Every 1st Sunday of November (gourmet and craft exhibitions).
Concerts - Theater Café - Local festivals - Tournaments - pétanque Night Market.
Flea - Dancing - Art exhibitions - Fishing contest - Lotos - Belotes - Boules competition / balls...

Photos

The town

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Bridge of Thoissey (© Tourist Office Val de Saône Chalaronne)

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Weather

Tuesday 3 september

Min. 15°C - Max. 29°C

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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Garnerans: Château de Romans - townhouses.
Illiat: Church apse with superb 17th century frescoes, the oldest so far discovered in the department.
Mogneneins: Calvary Church and the 16th century - Old Well - Pigeonlofts.
Peyzieux-sur-Saone: Church of the 18th century - Laundry - Pigeonlofts.
Saint-Didier-sur-Chalaronne: Church - to 6 basins Laundry - Mills - Bee - Castle Challes.
Saint-Etienne-sur-Chalaronne: Poype - Chapelle Saint Blaise from the 17th century - Wells - Pigeonlofts - Laundry - including 2 mills in operation.
Route Dombes and Bresse.
Over 130 km of hiking trails through 11 routes, equestrian and mountain bike throughout the intercommunal (Thoissey, Saint-Didier-sur-Chalaronne, Peyzieux, Mogneneins, Garnerans, Illiat, Saint-Etienne-sur-Chalaronne ) - 2 circuits "Ain cycling" (40 and 47 km).
Celebrations:

In Illiat: Day of Bread Ovens in March.
In Peyzieux: Feasts of the snail in July.

Leisure activities

Last name	Activity type	Rate	City
Hameau Duboeuf, 1st theme park on Vine and Wine in Europe	Culture and education	20€	Romanèche-Thorins (4.6km)
Le Hameau Duboeuf : Entry Ticket	Local flavours	22€	Romanèche-Thorins (4.6km)
Winemaker's aperitif with Tasting and Chiroubles Chew	Local flavours	20€	Chiroubles (9.7km)
Baptism of the air in ULM in the Ain region	Sports sensations	75€	Charnay-lès-Mâcon (13.8km)
Mâcon - Private Historic Walking Tour	Culture and education	451€	Mâcon (14.8km)

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Outings

Last name	Outing type	Difficulty	Duration	Departure municipality
Solutré Rock	Hike	Easy	1:00	Solutré-Pouilly (15.4km)
Clochemerle	Village visit	Easy	40 min	Vaux-en-Beaujolais (21km)
Tour of Mont Chonay	Hike	Easy	1:50	Deux-Grosnes (21km)
Hidden Treasures Circuit	Village visit	Easy	1:00	Villefranche-sur-Saône (21km)
Towpath along the Saône	Hike	Easy	5:00	Tournus (44km)

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Châtillon-sur-ChalaronneThis charming medieval town is famous for its floral displays

MâconCity with a Southern-french-French atmosphere

Roche de Solutré limestone escarpmentImportant prehistoric site

Savoyard BresseIts farms with Saracen chimneys, the Museum of Bresse, AOC poultry and more...

Restaurants

Hôtel de la Tour8.610French cuisine restaurant in Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne69€ per personThe Restaurant Hôtel de la Tour located in Chatillon-sur-Chalaronne, offers you a unique experience to discover the Dombes between Burgundy and the Alps. Housed in a fourteenth-century mansion renovated in an original and refined style, it offers…Located 13.3km from Thoissey

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Brasserie Les Tuileries6.85French cuisine restaurant in Mâcon25€ to 40€ per personAt the Brasserie Les Tuileries, we welcome you in an idyllic setting on the banks of the Saône. Treat yourself to traditional French cuisine. We have a garden, ideal for relaxing.Located 13.7km from Thoissey

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Bed & breakfasts

Le Domaine9.02House with 5 bedrooms in La Chapelle-de-Guinchay115€ to 160€ per double roomBoasting a seasonal outdoor swimming pool and views of garden, Le Domaine is a guest house set in a historic building in La Chapelle-de-Guinchay, 14 km from Mâcon Exhibition Centre. This property offers access to a terrace, darts, free private…Located 5.6km from Thoissey

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L'Orée du Bois Bettu8.72House with 4 bedrooms in TaponasLocated in Belleville-en-Beaujolais and only 27 km from Mâcon Exhibition Centre, L'Orée du Bois Bettu provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The air-conditioned accommodation is 49 km from Musée Miniature…Located 5.9km from Thoissey

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Miss G'Ainguette8.41House with 4 bedrooms in Guéreins57€ to 68€ per double roomOffering a garden and inner courtyard view, Miss G'Ainguette is situated in Guéreins, 32 km from Mâcon Exhibition Centre and 43 km from Ainterexpo. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are accessible at the homestay free of charge. Fourviere Roman…Located 8km from Thoissey

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Vacation rentals

House of Jacques9.82House for 6 people in Romanèche-Thorins108 m², 3 bedrooms600€ to 650€ per weekBetween Macon and Beaujolais: 300 m from the famous Hameau Duboeuf, known worldwide for its wine and 500 meters from the zoo touroparc. This independent house is equipped for 6 people. Ground floor: Wine cellar and kitchen summer (gas cooker,…Located 4.4km from Thoissey

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The Timber101House for 4 people in Biziat50 m², 2 bedrooms1365€ per weekThe TimberLocated 12.1km from Thoissey

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The Blue Grape9.813Garden floor for 8 people in Pruzilly88 m², 3 bedrooms850€ to 900€ per weekThe Raisin Bleu welcomes you into the heart of the Beaujolais (15 mints from the A6-J29 and the tgv station of Macon-Loché) situated in the commune of Pruzilly, a little village of 250 inhabitants, at an altitude of 400 m, is one stage on the”…Located 12.6km from Thoissey

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Campsites

Camping De Thoissey ***6.81Campsite in ThoisseyOffering a garden and garden view, Camping De Thoissey *** is situated in Thoissey, 24 km from Mâcon Exhibition Centre and 39 km from Ainterexpo. Boasting full-day security, this property also welcomes guests with a family-friendly restaurant…Located Thoissey away

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CAMPING DE LA CHALARONNE7.02Campsite in Saint-Didier-sur-ChalaronneBoasting a garden, a terrace, and a bar, CAMPING DE LA CHALARONNE features accommodation in Saint-Didier-sur-Chalaronne with free WiFi and river views. The campground is 37 km from Ainterexpo. The property is non-smoking and is situated 24 km…Located 1.1km from Thoissey

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Camping La Grappe Fleurie7.02Campsite in FleurieIn the heart of the Beaujolais vineyards, Camping La Grappe Fleurie offers self-catering accommodation and a barrel, an outdoor swimming pool, children's playground, and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The chalet and mobile homes have a terrace…Located 8.1km from Thoissey

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Hotels

La Maison Blanche7.7297Hotel in Romanèche-ThorinsLa Maison Blanche is situated in Romaneche Thorins, a 5-minute drive from the A6 motorway. It has an outdoor swimming pool, a sunbathing terrace and a family-run restaurant. Each of the Maison Blanche’s guest rooms has a private bathroom with…Located 4.1km from Thoissey

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Thoissey - Tourism, Holidays & Weekends (2024)

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Ain

Geographical information

Nearest cities & towns

Things to see and do

Places of interest

Events and festivities

Photos

Weather

Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Outings

Restaurants

Bed & breakfasts

Vacation rentals

Campsites

Hotels

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