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Saint-Cyr-sur-Menthon

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Charming town of Ain, in region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Saint-Cyr-sur-Menthon takes place in the southern Bresse, about twenty kilometers from Bourg-en-Bresse. It is located eleven kilometers from Macon and provides the benefits of the countryside near the most beautiful cities in the region.

First inhabited by the Celts and then the Romans, the territory of Saint-Cyr-sur-Menthon passes into the hands of the kingdom of Burgundy from the fifth century. She later joined the thirteenth century, the Kingdom of Savoy following a political marriage. Not until the early seventeenth century that the village is found attached to the crown of France.

Dynamic and full of charm, the town continues to be seduced by its proximity to the most beautiful sites of the sector, but also by the beauty of its architecture and heritage.

Geographical information

MunicipalitySaint-Cyr-sur-Menthon
Postcode01380
Tourism label
Latitude46.2751090 (N 46° 16’ 30”)
Longitude4.9727130 (E 4° 58’ 22”)
AltitudeFrom 181m to 217m
Surface area16.93 km²
Population1863 inhabitants
Density110 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureBourg-en-Bresse (22 km, 23 min)
Insee code01343
IntercommunalityCC de la Veyle
DepartmentAin
TerritoriesAlps, Jura mountains
RegionAuvergne-Rhône-Alps

Nearest cities & towns

Saint-Genis-sur-Menthon4.7 km (5 min)
Perrex6 km (7 min)
Saint-André-de-Bâgé6.8 km (8 min)
Bâgé-le-Châtel7.2 km (9 min)
Saint-Jean-sur-Veyle7.3 km (9 min)
Crottet7.7 km (8 min)
Bâgé-Dommartin7.8 km (9 min)
Mézériat8.5 km (9 min)
Pont-de-Veyle8.6 km (10 min)
Confrançon8.6 km (9 min)
Vonnas8.8 km (10 min)
Replonges9.8 km (11 min)
Laiz10.4 km (13 min)
Saint-Sulpice10.7 km (11 min)
Curtafond11.1 km (13 min)

Things to see and do

Open from early March to mid-November, the museum Planon takes place in the eponymous firm, about the life of an eighteenth century farmer. Throughout the year, cultural and festive events are offered as an Easter egg hunt or go to the garden. Ranked historic monument, the building was built in the late fifteenth century and was decorated with an extension a few years later. You can discover about twenty hectares of landscaped external courses, as well as permanent and temporary exhibitions. You will also appreciate the Travernay firm listed historical monument for its fireplace and strain.

Do not forget to admire the Barn Carrons of a building partly listed historic monument that reveals a typical architecture of the region with its half-timbered and bricks. Not far away, you can explore the farm Great Clou listed building. Restored in the early twenty-first century, it has a characteristic style of bressanes locateries and dates from the sixteenth century.

As you wander in the town, you also admire the Poype Saint-Cyr or can head to the communal church. Neo-Gothic style, it dates from the nineteenth century and is surrounded by the cemetery founded at the same time.

During a walk on the banks of Menthon, you will discover several mills, that of Cassevesce and the Bridge. A park was built near the first, including picnic tables, marked hiking trails, a sports field, a children's play area or fishing areas.

Places of interest

Leisure centres
Monuments

Events and festivities

Different festivities are offered throughout the year as petanque competitions, lotto or sports tournaments.

In late May, up to the feast day of Saint-Cyr particular fireworks.

Concerts are offered on the occasion of the Music Day, in June.

In June, Festi'Veyle is the opportunity to attend numerous concerts and other cultural events.

Weather

Tuesday 23 april
Min. 1°C - Max. 10°C
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Wednesday 24 april
Min. 2°C - Max. 9°C
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Thursday 25 april
Min. 3°C - Max. 12°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Visit to the castle of Alphonse de Lamartine
Culture and education10 € Saint-Point (28 km)
Canoe hire on the Saône
Sports sensations9 € to 20 € Tournus (33 km)
Motocross, trial or enduro lessons
Sports sensations37 € Joudes (34 km)
Dramatised tour: Medieval immersion in Pérouges
Culture and education36 € Pérouges (44 km)
Outdoor show: Walking with witches
Entertainment17 € Pérouges (44 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Hiking Between pleasure of the eyes and taste buds
HikeEasy3:35Vonnas (6.4 km)
Solutré Rock
HikeEasy1:00Solutré-Pouilly (19.9 km)
Circuit of the oak grove of Seillon
HikeEasy1:10Péronnas (23 km)
Mountain bike tour to discover the Val de Saône
All-terrain bike itineraryEasy50 minMontmerle-sur-Saône (27 km)
Hiking The Plantay Loop
HikeEasy1:40Le Plantay (29 km)

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