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Verrières-en-Forez

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Small village in the Loire, in the Auvergne - Rhône-Alpes region, Verrières-en-Forez takes place about fifty kilometers from Saint-Etienne, on the edge of Puy-de-Dôme. It is located in the canton of Montbrison, not far from Lézigneux, Lavieu or Saint-Anthèlme.

The one which extends between 540 and 1272 meters above sea level reveals a history closely linked to that of the barony of Ecotay on which it once depended. Green and full of charm, the town continues to attract visitors today wishing to discover a region of France with many tourist and sporting assets.

In addition to a modest architectural heritage which is not lacking in interest, the village of Verrières-en-Forez also offers unique landscapes for a few hikes with family or friends, far from the city bustle.

Geographical information

MunicipalityVerrières-en-Forez
Postcode42600
Latitude45.5711460 (N 45° 34’ 16”)
Longitude3.9963730 (E 3° 59’ 47”)
AltitudeFrom 540m to 1272m
Surface area21.17 km²
Population793 inhabitants
Density37 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureSaint-Etienne (52 km, 50 min)
Insee code42328
IntercommunalityCA Loire Forez Agglomération
DepartmentLoire
TerritoriesLyonnais, Massif Central
RegionAuvergne-Rhône-Alps

Nearest cities & towns

Chazelles-sur-Lavieu5.6 km (8 min)
Lérigneux5.6 km (9 min)
Bard6.2 km (11 min)
Écotay-l'Olme6.9 km (10 min)
Lézigneux8.4 km (15 min)
Gumières8.6 km (13 min)
Roche9.5 km (15 min)
Essertines-en-Châtelneuf9.5 km (19 min)
Lavieu11 km (19 min)
Saint-Thomas-la-Garde11.2 km (13 min)
Montbrison12.2 km (17 min)
Soleymieux13.1 km (18 min)
Saint-Anthème13.2 km (17 min)
Saint-Georges-Haute-Ville13.5 km (16 min)

Things to see and do

Built in the 16th century, the Saint-Ennemond church now enjoys a classification as an historic monument. Visitors can discover a very beautiful portal decorated with a statue of the Virgin, elegant woodwork on the high altar or a Gothic pulpit created by priests Fond and Rival.

In the current Haut-Forez high school, it is possible to discover vestiges of the old seminary, as well as of its chapel.

Marked hiking trails are also accessible to discover all the natural wonders of the region.

Events and festivities

The weekly market is held every Friday at the end of the afternoon.

A film festival is organized in March with many screenings.

In May, the Monts de la Balle festival is an opportunity to discover many street art shows.

In June, the town offers concerts on the occasion of Verrières en Musique.

In mid-August, make way for the patronal feast with its funfair, its garage sale, its sand sculpture competition or its musical meals.

The chestnut evening takes place in November.

Weather

Thursday 25 april
Min. 1°C - Max. 10°C
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Friday 26 april
Min. 6°C - Max. 11°C
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Saturday 27 april
Min. 7°C - Max. 12°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Horse ride in the Monts du Forez
Nature and the great outdoors27 € to 90 € Vollore-Montagne (34 km)
Museum of Weaving and Silk-making
Culture and education4 € to 6 € Bussières (36 km)
Visit to a knife-maker’s workshop
Arts and CraftsFreeArconsat (40 km)
Visit the conservatory of cutlery skills
Arts and CraftsFreeLa Monnerie-le-Montel (45 km)
Cross-country electric scooter ride in West Lyonnais
Sports sensations30 € to 40 € Bessenay (50 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
From the Puy to the Pond
HikeIntermediate3:05Lézigneux (5 km)
Circuit Le Vieil Ecotay - ATV
Mountain bike itineraryAthletic1:25Montbrison (6.4 km)
The High Chaumes
HikeIntermediate3:25Saint-Anthème (10.3 km)
The peddler of the chatter
HikeIntermediate3:10Saint-Anthème (10.4 km)
Walk near Saint-Bonnet
Village visitIntermediate1:00Saint-Bonnet-le-Courreau (10.6 km)

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