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Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne

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Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne - Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Ain
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Ensconced in the banks of a peaceful river at the heart of Dombes, the charming medieval town of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, a floral town with a 4-flower rating and winner of the National Floral Grand Prix, contains wonderful heritage buildings within a magnificent floral setting. These include the picturesque timber-framed houses, old 17th-century wooden market hall, the gate of Villars, the Church of Saint-André in the flamboyant gothic style, Saint Vincent de Paul House, and the relics of the old castle. The floral bridges and riverbanks of the Chalaronne are ideal for a leisurely stroll and make an enchanting sight for walkers and flower-lovers.

Also worth seeing are the Traditions and Life municipal museum, all about rural life in Dombes and Bresse in the early 20th century, and the former hospital with its apothecary dating from 1814, adorned with a collection of 120 ceramic pots from Meillonnas.

A traditional market full of local produce takes place every Saturday morning in the covered market at Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne.

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Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne

Located between Dombes and Bresse, near the Beaujolais mountains, the city of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne is characterized, on the one hand, by its economic and commercial dynamism and, on the other hand, by the richness of its heritage, its pleasant living environment. and its privileged environment.

With eight labels, Station Verte de Vacances, city "Quatre Fleurs" and Fleur d'Or, "Most Beautiful Detours of France", "City and Crafts", "Maison des Illustres", ApiCité, Terre de games 2024, and Small Towns of Tomorrow, what more can we say except that the city has deliberately bet on quality. Its weekly Saturday market was elected 3rd Most Beautiful Market in France in 2021. An organic market also welcomes visitors on Wednesday mornings under the Halles.

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Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne, city of culture. Châtillon, in its rural space and in its role as a central city, has built up, over the years, a reputation as a "cultural" place. The city had predispositions with its very rich architectural heritage, its heart of the village (church, halls, half-timbered houses, etc.) and the ramparts of its castle. This heritage could only offer a "case" to various cultural events which have taken place and which now constitute "highlights" during the year. In addition to these well-identified moments, many cultural practices are offered to residents, with a focus on children and young people.

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Halls
Halls
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Old Castle Gate
Old Castle Gate
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The arboretum and its pond
The arboretum and its pond
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The arboretum pedestrian apiaries
The arboretum pedestrian apiaries
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One of the many flowered bridges
One of the many flowered bridges
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Châtillon as Charm
Châtillon as Charm
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CHâtillon as History
CHâtillon as History
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ChAtillon as Arboretum
ChAtillon as Arboretum
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ChâTillon as Techniques
ChâTillon as Techniques
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ChâtIllon as Ingredients
ChâtIllon as Ingredients
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ChâtiLlon as Leisure
ChâtiLlon as Leisure
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ChâtilLon as Labels
ChâtilLon as Labels
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ChâtillOn as Odorant
ChâtillOn as Odorant
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ChâtilloN as Nature
ChâtilloN as Nature
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