Located on Isere doors on the Lyon-Chambéry-Grenoble, Saint-Quentin-Fallavier extends the foothills of the Alps and is between 206 and 364 meters.
Dominated by its ancient castle, Saint-Quentin-Fallavier offers a curious blend of history and modernity. First, the town has a rich history including the stronghold of Allinges and the neo-Gothic steeple of the parish church. The set is released into a protected natural site, which gives it a remarkable stamp of authenticity. On the other hand, the city turned resolutely towards the future and reveals the impressive Chesnes business park, generating jobs and economic growth.
Ideally with natural assets, Saint-Quentin-Fallavier offers an exceptional variety of outdoor activities for the enjoyment of the whole family. Many walking and cycling routes allow to discover the immense natural park. Water activities are happening around the pond where swimming is allowed as is fishing.
It is besides fishing that comes much of the gastronomic specialties of the city. But it would not count on the famous scalloped potatoes and delicious fritters, both from the culinary regional culture.
Activities abound at Saint-Quentin-Fallavier. Between nature and heritage, the days are punctuated.
From March to September, the castle, renovated true architectural gem, offers many activities for reconstruction of medieval life. The turbulent history of this castle dating from the Carolingian period, long disputed between Savoy and Dauphiné, will captivate the entire family. From March to September, many activities on the medieval theme are offered to the public. Knights in armor and damsels in distress leads you on the trail of the past and through the maze of an old castle.
Under martial paces, the stronghold of Allinges surprises its visitors by unveiling its places dedicated to the aristocratic and farm life. Overlooking the eponymous lake, the fortified farm amazes with its keep as a secret hiding excite the curiosity and imagination of the curious.
In addition to these two historical treasures, the heritage of the town continues to challenge visitors with its parish church, wells and furnace Charretons hooded in their caskets in stone, but the old iron mines discovered around 1834.
Always around the medieval theme, many educational workshops such as pottery or coinage, as well as guided tours of the castle and other notable sites in the city are organized for the enjoyment of all.
Athletes are not forgotten in Saint-Quentin-Fallavier. Also, the town has a fitness trail, a municipal swimming pool, a bowling alley and a BMX track among others.
Hiking and mountain biking are available on various topics according to individual tastes. The courses offer the discovery of nature and landscapes or historical heritage with increasing difficulty levels suitable for both hikers confirmed as starters.
Fishing in the pond remains undoubtedly one of the most popular activities as well as swimming and relaxing on the bathing area.
Throughout the year, the Espace George Sand and the library invite visitors to entertainment shows alternating tale reading, theater, concerts and film screenings. Several creative workshops also await the curious from smallest to largest.
Pixel Art Festival is held in the month of September. This new art form attracts an audience of more and more each year and is a great success with young people.
As part of the Art Festival and the Autumn flavors, the most surprising and typical activity is undoubtedly the Town Crier. From early October, several message boxes are scattered throughout the city. The Town Crier harvest messages and recites poems, love letters and other notes in the streets of the town as in the old days. An original initiative that encourages conviviality. An event not to be missed.
