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Malafretaz

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Village located in Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, Malafretaz takes place in the department of Ain, in the borough of Bourg-en-Bresse.

Mentioned from the thirteenth century, Malafretaz is mainly a rural village specialized in agriculture and livestock. Its green spaces and its natural heritage make it a popular tourist spot for visitors wanting to live in the open air. There is an important choice of outdoor activities such as go-karting or horseback riding thanks to the presence of an equestrian farm.

Geographical information

MunicipalityMalafretaz
Postcode01340
Tourism label
Latitude46.3233960 (N 46° 19’ 24”)
Longitude5.1459480 (E 5° 8’ 45”)
AltitudeFrom 190m to 223m
Surface area9.19 km²
Population1248 inhabitants
Density135 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureBourg-en-Bresse (15.5 km, 19 min)
Insee code01229
IntercommunalityCA du Bassin de Bourg-en-Bresse
DepartmentAin
TerritoriesAlps, Jura mountains
RegionAuvergne-Rhône-Alps

Nearest cities & towns

Montrevel-en-Bresse3 km (5 min)
Attignat4.5 km (6 min)
Bresse Vallons4.5 km (6 min)
Jayat7.7 km (11 min)
Foissiat8.5 km (13 min)
Marsonnas8.7 km (11 min)
Saint-Martin-le-Châtel8.9 km (12 min)
Marboz10.1 km (13 min)
Curtafond10.5 km (17 min)
Saint-Didier-d'Aussiat11.2 km (14 min)
Saint-Julien-sur-Reyssouze11.4 km (13 min)
Saint-Sulpice12 km (14 min)
Viriat12 km (14 min)
Confrançon12.4 km (20 min)
Béréziat12.4 km (15 min)

Things to see and do

The commune of Malafretaz houses the mill of the Bévière, as well as a beautiful communal church. Inside the latter, it is possible to see the tombstone of Alix de Chastillon dating from the first half of the fourteenth century.

A lake of 120 hectares takes place on the territory of the village, allowing to walk in a pleasant environment.

An equestrian farm allows you to introduce yourself to horseback riding and to take care of horses raised on the spot. A go-kart is also accessible to the public.

Several hiking trails surround the village of Malafretaz to enjoy the local fauna and flora and discover the built heritage of the surroundings.

Events and festivities

The patronal festival takes place every year in April with different animations.

In August, the festival of the summer allows you to enjoy an aperitif, games or a lively ball.

Weather

Thursday 18 april
Min. 4°C - Max. 10°C
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Friday 19 april
Min. 2°C - Max. 12°C
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Saturday 20 april
Min. 5°C - Max. 11°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Motocross, trial or enduro lessons
Sports sensations37 € Joudes (21 km)
Canoe hire on the Saône
Sports sensations9 € to 20 € Tournus (32 km)
Visit to the castle of Alphonse de Lamartine
Culture and education10 € Saint-Point (41 km)
Dramatised tour: Medieval immersion in Pérouges
Culture and education36 € Pérouges (47 km)
Outdoor show: Walking with witches
Entertainment17 € Pérouges (47 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Hiking Between pleasure of the eyes and taste buds
HikeEasy3:35Vonnas (16.6 km)
Circuit of the oak grove of Seillon
HikeEasy1:10Péronnas (18.2 km)
Walk The waterfall Pisse Cow
HikeEasy40 minMatafelon-Granges (28 km)
Hiking at Balvay Castle
HikeIntermediate4:45Bolozon (29 km)
Walk The brook Black Fontaine
HikeEasy55 minSerrières-sur-Ain (30 km)

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