Corveissiat

Corveissiat

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Geographic information Closest towns
TownCorveissiat Aromas at 6.1 km (7 mn)
Insee code01125 Cize at 6.3 km (7 mn)
Postcode01250 Thoirette at 6.7 km (7 mn)
Latitude46.2438160 Grand-Corent at 7.2 km (8 mn)
Longitude5.4824610 Bolozon at 9.2 km (10 mn)
AltitudeFrom 262 to 668 meters Chavannes-sur-Suran at 9.8 km (10 mn)
Surface22.69 km2 Simandre-sur-Suran at 10.1 km (10 mn)
Population514 inhabitants Matafelon-Granges at 10.4 km (11 mn)
Density22 inhabitants/km2 Samognat at 13.9 km (15 mn)
Chief townBourg-en-Bresse (at 27 km, 31 mn) Drom at 15.3 km (15 mn)
DepartmentAin Germagnat at 15.9 km (16 mn)
RegionRhône-Alpes Search another town

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Town Presentation

Corveissiat is located about 25 km from Bourg-en-Bresse, and was merged with the communes of Saint-Maurice-d'Echazeaux and Arnan in 1944 and 1965.

This village is situated on a plateau rising to 450 meters to the east of it flows the river Ain, at the foot of the cliff, 200 feet below in the valley of the Ain.

The terrain is dry, it may appear in the sources slopes towards the River Ain.


Sightseeing

  • Many sites are remarkable in this county, namely:
  • The archaeological site of Mont Didier: Remains of the village disappeared since 1936 and the 12th century castle overlooking the valley of the Ain. This village was troubled by the Franco-Spanish wars. He suffered looting, massacres and famines to be ravaged in the 16th century. The village was reoccupied until the 20th century, when the last inhabitants were identified at Mont Didier in 1936. Today, the vegetation has taken over, but you can still walk among the ruins of the village.
  • Cave and the remote to Balme Corveissiat: This remote is one of the most remarkable Revermont. It is characterized by high cliffs open at one of the most impressive revivals of Revermont. It was dug by the stream from the cave. Its porch is 30 feet high (controlled visits). Since the high cliffs, viewpoints on the remote and gorges of Ain.
  • The Chapel of St. Maurice d'Echazeaux: the top of the cliff, over 250 meters, it enjoys a panoramic view of the castle of Conflans (twelfth century) who once guarded the border Comte, and the confluence of Ain and Valouse. This chapel is 14th century Gothic style and has a stone roof.
  • Short walks starting from Corveissiat:
  • Circuit Chapel and Ruins of Mont Didier (14km/3h30).
  • Circuit Les Balcons de l'Ain (13km/4h).
  • Cave tour and river Ain (6km/1h30).


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Restaurants 
Auberge de l'abbayeAmbronay
Belle neat hostel where all decorated Lavaux Ivan offers a unique menu prepared with local produce market days. Gourmet cuisine at prices small and beautiful vaulted cellar where the...
Located at 28 km from CorveissiatFrom 25 € to 40 € per person 
Le Comptoir des moinesAmbronay
Genuine stopper in Lyon as offering a nice decor delicatessen where Damien Livrozet develop a kitchen market inscribed on slate elect has good products and low prices.
Located at 28 km from CorveissiatFrom 15 € to 25 € per person 
Trambar restaurantConfort
In brief: Located between Bellegarde and Chezery, follow the path of the tram on foot or by car on the road to normal. Exceptional panoramic view in this small village of Comfort.
Located at 28 km from CorveissiatFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 

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Beds & Breakfasts 
Dominique et Daniel BOISSIER    Saint-Martin-du-Mont
Two rooms in the owner's home, located on an old renovated farmhouse in stone
Located at 19.7 km from Corveissiat48 € the double room 
Le Nid à Bibi     Servas
Beautiful property, old farmhouse typical of the Bresse region, totally converted and renovated with all modern comforts, 5 bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms, a bright dining room seating...
Located at 27 km from CorveissiatFrom 105 € to 135 € the double room 

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Vacation rentals 
House for 6 personsApremont
Gite du grand valley. 3 ears Gite de France Reference: 11010 Spacious cottage on two levels in a small hamlet. Large terrace 100 m with a field of 1,000 m. A 4 miles from Lake Genin,...
Located at 14.1 km from CorveissiatFrom 300 € to 400 € per week 

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Campsites 
Camping du lac de Coiselet  Dortan
Camping comfort In a quiet and green, camping lake Coiselet the extreme southern Jura is open from 1st May to 30th September for a holiday close to nature. On the edge of Lake Coiselet...
Located at 16.5 km from Corveissiat11 € per day 
Le Domaine de Louvarel    Champagnat
Located on a 20ha water dedicated to fishing and a lagoon for swimming 1.3ha. Games, walks, mountain bike loan and canoes
Located at 28 km from Corveissiat 
Camping trelachaume    Maisod
Friendly and beautiful campsite, overlooking Lake Vouglans. Beach, fishing, water sports, marina at 800m. Playground, petanque, ping-pong, animations in high season, snack bar. Rent...
Located at 30 km from CorveissiatFrom 13 € to 15,20 € per day 

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Hotels
Hôtel-Restaurant de l'Embarcadère   
7.7
Nantua
This property boasts a perfect location near the centre of Nantua, along the quiet edge of the lake and by the mountains. Our hotel features 49 air-conditioned bedrooms with en-suite...
Located at 13.4 km from CorveissiatRoom from 60 €
Inter-Hotel Central Parc   
6.9
Oyonnax
Inter-Hotel Central Parc is located between Lyon and Geneva in downtown Oyonnax. It offers free Wi-Fi. Rooms come fully equipped with cable TV, work desk and bathroom with bathtub....
Located at 13.4 km from CorveissiatRoom from 47 €
Logis de la Bergamote   
7.5
Saint-Étienne-du-Bois
Completely renewed, this hotel is located in Saint Etienne du Bois, only 10 kilometres from the city of Bourg-en-Bresse. The region is famously known and liked for its greenery and...
Located at 15.3 km from CorveissiatRoom from 35 €

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