Historic site and monument

Site of Minimes (chapel and tower)

Chemin de la Chapelle (en voiture)

Extérieur de la chapelle des Minimes - MONTMERLE-SUR-SAÔNE
Description

The Minimes Tour is 20m high and gives some lovely views of the Beaujolais Vineyards and the River Saône. Once governed by Cluny Abbey the Minimes Chapel has nearly one thousand years of history associated with it. It is possible to view both the chapel and the tower from the exterior all year round. They are only open to the public on Sundays between 16:00 and 19:00 during July and August and on National Heritage Day in September. Guided visits are available (in French only) for groups by appointment with the tourist office.

Ouverture

From 07/07 to 25/08, every Sunday between 4 pm and 7 pm.
Possibility to see the site outdoors all year round.
Also open for European Heritage Days.

Tarifs

Free entry.

Contact et accès
Rue des Minimes (à pied)
Chemin de la Chapelle (en voiture)
01090 Montmerle-sur-Saône
Ain (1)
Informations complémentaires
Équipements
  • Parking nearby
  • Orientation board
Langues parlées
  • French
Langues de visite
  • French
Animaux
  • Pets allowed
Visite
  • Durée moyenne (individuels) : 60 min

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