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Hières-sur-Amby

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Isère

Charming little town of Isère, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Hières-sur-Amby takes place in the heart of the former Dauphiné, about a hundred kilometers from Grenoble. It is located at the gates of Ain, not far from Leyrieu, La Balme-les-Grottes and Courtenay.

Occupied since the Neolithic period, the town has known over the centuries a rich and varied history, in particular thanks to its strategic position between the alluvial plain of the Rhône and the Larina plateau. Long focused on agriculture and river trade, the city of Hières-sur-Amby also had, until the end of the 19th century, a large number of mills which kept its economy running.

Today, Hières-sur-Amby continues to attract passing visitors thanks to the richness of its ancient heritage which is revealed through an archaeological site of great importance.

Geographical information

MunicipalityHières-sur-Amby
Postcode38118
Latitude45.7978640 (N 45° 47’ 52”)
Longitude5.2927010 (E 5° 17’ 34”)
AltitudeFrom 193m to 429m
Surface area8.73 km²
Population1187 inhabitants
Density135 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureGrenoble (100 km, 1:14)
Insee code38190
IntercommunalityCC Les Balcons du Dauphiné
DepartmentIsère
TerritoriesAlps, Dauphiné
RegionAuvergne-Rhône-Alps

Nearest cities & towns

Vernas2.6 km (5 min)
Leyrieu6 km (9 min)
Saint-Baudille-de-la-Tour6 km (13 min)
Optevoz6.8 km (11 min)
Saint-Romain-de-Jalionas7.7 km (9 min)
La Balme-les-Grottes8.3 km (11 min)
Annoisin-Chatelans8.4 km (15 min)
Siccieu-Saint-Julien-et-Carisieu9.2 km (14 min)
Crémieu10.4 km (11 min)
Loyettes11 km (13 min)
Charette11.1 km (13 min)
Pont-de-Chéruy11.7 km (15 min)
Parmilieu11.7 km (14 min)
Courtenay11.8 km (18 min)

Things to see and do

Classified as Historical Monuments, the archaeological site of Larina is the largest tourist center in the town. During excavations, many objects were found dating back to the origins of the city, from the Bronze Age to the Middle Ages. Also classified as a sensitive natural space, the site offers a unique setting at the edge of the cliffs, not far from a lake with peat bog. To learn a little more about the glorious past of the city, a museum has been opened in an old 18th century slate cure, revealing a rich collection of archaeological objects. Labeled Musée de France, it is also the setting for regular cultural events.

Do not forget to go to rue de la Poste to discover the Ferme de la Balmetière. Built in the 18th century, it reveals magnificent buildings covered with slate, as well as a building covered with flat tiles from the end of the 19th century. Listed as an historic monument, it also has a very beautiful old bread oven.

Several marked hiking trails allow you to explore the rich heritage of Hières-sur-Amby. Lovers of walking, cycling or horse riding will be able to take in the surroundings more than fifty kilometers of paths and trails.

Places of interest

Leisure centres

Events and festivities

The market takes place on Wednesday and Saturday morning.

In June, the ball de la Vogue events take place, notably with a funfair and fireworks.

In mid-August, motorsport enthusiasts can attend the Rallye des Cimes.

A garage sale is organized every year in September.

A Christmas market is offered at the end of the year.

Weather

Tuesday 16 april
Min. 8°C - Max. 14°C
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Wednesday 17 april
Min. 5°C - Max. 10°C
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Thursday 18 april
Min. 3°C - Max. 11°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Dramatised tour: Medieval immersion in Pérouges
Culture and education36 € Pérouges (14.7 km)
Outdoor show: Walking with witches
Entertainment17 € Pérouges (14.7 km)
Kayak expedition with an instructor
Sports sensations15 € to 50 € L'Isle-d'Abeau (23 km)
Natural perfume-making workshop
Arts and Crafts125 € to 790 € La Tour-du-Pin (29 km)
Tourist motorcycle ride as a passenger
Entertainment130 € to 240 € Saint-Jean-de-Bournay (35 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Garden Vertrieu Simples
Village visitEasy1:00Vertrieu (10.2 km)
Circuit Cuny's tour
HikeEasy4:10Villebois (12.3 km)
Circuit The four villages
HikeIntermediate7:20Saint-Denis-en-Bugey (17.3 km)
The Evosges Memorial Trail
HikeEasy3:30Évosges (24 km)
Hiking The Plantay Loop
HikeEasy1:40Le Plantay (30 km)

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Campsites

Hotels

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