La Bénisson-Dieu

La Bénisson-Dieu

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	La Bénisson-Dieu
Insee code	42016
Postcode	42720
Latitude	46.1510710
Longitude	4.0447550
Altitude	From 255 to 344 meters
Surface	11.12 km²
Population	450 inhabitants
Density	40 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief town	Saint-Etienne (at 98 km, 77 min)		Noailly at 3.7 km (4 min)
Department	Loire		Briennon at 4 km (6 min)
Region	Rhône-Alpes		Search another town

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• The abbey church of La Bénisson-Dieu and the treasury of the Abbey:

• In 1138, Alberic, sent by St. Bernard, founded the Cistercian Abbey of Our Lady of The Blessing of God, whose name will be distorted over the ages "La Bénisson-Dieu. The original abbey church dates from the late 12th century. A transition between Romanesque and Gothic art, is a building typical Cistercian stained glass in grisaille, sober magnified by limestone blond. In the late 15th century, Abbot Pierre of the End performs considerable work: adding the tower from a height of 51 meters, the roof of multicolored glazed tiles? After the turmoil of the Wars of Religion, the abbey was devastated. In 1611, the monks commute with religious Mégemont, Auvergne, whose abbess, Madame de Nérestang, restore the monastery and Assistant to the church a baroque chapel dedicated to the Virgin. Abbey farm at the time of the Revolution and its buildings are of stone quarry. Dominated by its imposing tower, the only remaining church with its remarkable glazed tile roof, amputee, however the choir and transept. The village built around the abbey church is now a welcoming town, to discover his past work related to the clay.
• Church open from Easter to November 11 (except offices).
• Information: Reception desk open from Easter to September. Tel: +33 4 77 66 64 65.
• For further information, contact the Office de Tourisme du Pays Charlieu: Tel: +33 4 77 60 12 42 - Email: office.tourisme.charlieu @ wanadoo.fr

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Abbey of the 12th and its remarkable roof		Chasuble 16th set in space Treasury
Abbey on its north face		Detail of pinnacle

Thursday 23 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 10°C

Friday 24 May Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 7°C

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 8°C

Château de Champlong 4 *   9.8 Villerest GOURMET - For an eyeful of your gourmet guests, nothing like a trip into the countryside gastronomic Roanne. Natural gem, sumptuous castle transformed into the eighteenth century kitchen... Located 17 km from La Bénisson-Dieu 53 € per person

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Le Clos du Sornin   Chandon ' Le Clos du Sornin' - Guest house with charm, friendliness and comfort, is located one minute walk from Charlieu, A. medieval town in southern Burgundy. In a beautiful 1900 Art Décohome... Located 10.1 km from La Bénisson-Dieu 68 € the double room

La Pierre Bleue   Ligny-en-Brionnais Solange and Michael invite you to discover the Bed and Breakfast created for gourmets, a unique gastronomic experience in Burgundy. La Pierre Bleue is ideal for a romantic getaway combined... Located 14.8 km from La Bénisson-Dieu From 80 € to 110 € the double room

Chambres d'hôtes du lac     9.8 Anzy-le-Duc In the heart of the dependencies in Brionnais completely restored the old castle of the lake we will be happy to welcome you in our 5 rooms. Located 18.2 km from La Bénisson-Dieu 60 € the double room

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Gîte de vacances 4 a 6 personnes Ambierle Character cottage, kitchen, bathrooms, 2 or 3 bedrooms next request, large yard, games room (billiards), 2 bikes ATVs, garden access, located 800 m from the village shops, beautiful... Located 12.9 km from La Bénisson-Dieu 9,999.99 € per week

Gîte de Saudet Volets Bleus (3 épis)   9.9 Saint-Alban-les-Eaux Renovated farmhouse in a small hamlet (700 m) of the Monts de la Madeleine, between Auvergne and Roannaise Coast, famous for its wines and gastronomy. On a plot of 5000 m², large house... Located 18.8 km from La Bénisson-Dieu From 475 € to 685 € per week

Gite rural Saint-Christophe-en-Brionnais Gite: Property adjoining, completely renovated area. 58m² Total: • Ground floor: 1 bedroom (1 bed 2 people, 2 beds 1 person), stays with a convertible 2 people, kitchenette, bathroom,... Located 19.9 km from La Bénisson-Dieu From 450 € to 500 € per week

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Camping municipal de charlieu     8.9 Charlieu Plot quiet shady. With pool and tennis gatuit and many discounts on museums of charlieu. Located 10.4 km from La Bénisson-Dieu 9 € per day

L'orée du lac     9.6 Villerest Quiet, friendly camping friendly. Shaded. Located 5 km from Roanne and near Lake Villerest. On the lake you can swim fish navigate. Located 18.1 km from La Bénisson-Dieu From 12.80 € to 14.80 € per day

Camping Les Myrtilles  Saint-Nicolas-des-Biefs Camping Hostel Base biking Mountains of La Madeleine at 1000 m altitude. 40 pitches with rental of Chalets (7) all comforts, bungalows (8) and tent sites caravan. Family hotel with... Located 22 km from La Bénisson-Dieu 14.80 € per day

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Logis Le Relais De Roanne      7.8 Saint-Romain-la-Motte This establishment is located a lush 3-ha park, 500 metres from the Chemin Saint Jacques de Compostelle, motorway national 7 is close by. It offers a sauna and a fitness centre. Logis... Located 7.8 km from La Bénisson-Dieu Room from 49 €

Inter-Hotel Hélios      7.7 Mably Inter-Hotel Helios is a modern and comfortable hotel located north of Roanne and is just 5 minutes from the city centre. It offers free Wi-Fi and free parking. Rooms are fully equipped... Located 9.2 km from La Bénisson-Dieu Room from 44 €

Ace Hôtel Roanne      9 Mably Opened in 2012, this Ace hotel is located 4.5 km from Roanne Train Station. It offers 24-hour reception and soundproofed guest rooms with en suite and free Wi-Fi access. A flat-screen... Located 9.6 km from La Bénisson-Dieu Room from 37 €

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