La Bénisson-Dieu

La Bénisson-Dieu

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownLa Bénisson-Dieu
Insee code42016
Postcode42720
Latitude46.1510710
Longitude4.0447550
AltitudeFrom 255 to 344 meters
Surface11.12 km²
Population450 inhabitants
Density40 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townSaint-Etienne (at 98 km, 77 min)Noailly at 3.7 km (4 min)
DepartmentLoireBriennon at 4 km (6 min)
RegionRhône-AlpesSearch another town
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SIGHTSEEING
  • 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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Information pointsVisitor Information Centre of La Bénisson-Dieu

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Carriage ride in South BurgundyNature and the outdoorsFrom 60 € to 380 €Tancon (16.9 km)
Horse or pony ride or trekNature and the outdoorsFrom 18 € to 40 €Saint-Laurent-en-Brionnais (21 km)
Horse ride in Charolais BrionnaisNature and the outdoors20 €Nochize (28 km)

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PHOTOS
Abbey of the 12th and its remarkable roof
 
Chasuble 16th set in space Treasury
Abbey on its north face
 
Detail of pinnacle
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WEATHER
Thursday 23 May
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Min. 1°C - Max. 10°C
Friday 24 May
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Min. -2°C - Max. 7°C
Saturday 25 May
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RESTAURANTS 
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-Dieu53 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
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-Dieu68 € 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-DieuFrom 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-Dieu60 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
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-Dieu9,999.99 € 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-DieuFrom 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-DieuFrom 450 € to 500 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
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-Dieu9 € 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-DieuFrom 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-Dieu14.80 € per day 

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HOTELS
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-DieuRoom 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-DieuRoom 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-DieuRoom from 37 €

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Residhotel St Etienne Centre
Set in a pedestrianised area, Residhotel St Etienne Centre provides furnished apartments and studios in the historic part...
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