Nestled in the valley of the Bourbre at an altitude of 400 m, kissed by two beautiful castles, Virieu offer to all those who take the time to stop, a landscape of rare beauty. Let us guide you through the streets steeped in history and stand on the heights, you will discover a beautiful picture of Bourbre Valley. Many artists have been sensitive to the charm of the village: Johan Barthold Jongkind, Alphonse de Lamartine, Anna de Noailles, Giacomino Pierre, Pierre Bonnard ... painters, writers, poets, all have left traces of their precious in this beautiful town.
In a green setting where many streams flow, Virieu now has a thousand inhabitants in an area of 11.38 km ². Virieu welcomes you in summer and winter, to share moments of conviviality. Discover a real potatoes village!