Discovery of the red cross at the bottom dauphiné

Dauphinois Museum Weaver's Built-Montgascon In an old weaving factory rehabilitated, remarkable for its roof sheds typical industry Lower Dauphiné, the warping, weft-winding, mechanical and animated Jacquard looms again shape fabric and brocaded velvet of Genoa. The weavers passionate welcome you and show you these amazing machines all in working order, which fabricated the most beautiful fabrics of yesteryear. On the nature trail of the Built-Montgascon: Depending on the season, your soul as a botanist or a poet you will discover an unknown plant, a mysterious animal, an ancient tree, a lonely old castle or a charming corner of River. At the option of a sunny day or in bright colors of autumn, starting from the town square to encounter wildlife, flora and local history, you will find on the course of about 5 km varied landscape (plains, woods, marshes ...) A booklet available at the museum, describes the landscape, plants, animals and heritage of the town

Castle Virieu: Discover 1000 years of history in the Dauphine. This medieval fortress rebuilt over the centuries keeps track of passages from famous men. During the wars of religion, Virieu was besieged twice by the Constable of Lesdiguieres itself. Louis XIII was halted in 1622 in a room in Damascus red period, leaving the guns taken from the Calvinists after the Peace of Montpellier. Features: Chapel of the seventeenth century, the medieval kitchen, the bedroom of Louis XIII, the tower and its arch funnel, gardens ... Syrups Bigallet: Located on Virieu-Bourbre this entreprisefamiliale, created in 1872, manufactures sorops, aperitifs, liqueurs and creams, sold in whole France.

At the heart of nature remained genuine and generous, deep in the lush valleys and woodlands in the valley of La Bourbre, La Tour du Pin is a pretty village which has retained its rural charm. From the Gallo-Roman La Tour du Pin is located on strategic lines of communication. In the Middle Ages, an important fortress was erected. La Tour du Pin was then the headquarters of the powerful barons barony of La Tour. In 1281 Dauphine returned to the house of La Tour du Pin in 1349 for lack of an heir, Baron Humbert II gives Dauphine France.Depuis at that time, the eldest son of French monarchs have the title of Dauphin. Over the centuries many famous people have passed through or stayed in this city: Louis XI, Francis, Napoleon, Pius VII Jean-Jeacques Rousseau, Lamartine, Stendhal and De Gaulle. This rich history you will see include: The home of the Dolphins, gardens Humbert II, Les Halles ... Both leaflets These are two tables in three parts, painted on wood panels. The first dating fr om the XVI century, classified as historical monuments under this theme of the crucifixion. The second, signed the Master contemporary Arcabas illustrates the coming of the Magi from the East.

Bridge Beauvoisin Savoyard or French? To understand the history of this city twice must first follow the course of Guiers, this river was a natural border between France and Savoy in 1355 and today between the Isere and La Savoie. Strolling along the banks of Guiers in contemplation at the Carmelite church, let us guide you through the streets steeped in history of this market town since François 1er. Museum of woodworking machinery Since the sixteenth century, The Bridge Beauvoisin maintains his passion for wood and furniture quality. Unique in France on 400 m2 this museum recreates the atmosphere of a studio in the first half of the twentieth century. The variety of machines on display and their equipment reflects the complexity of work and still quifirent's reputation Bridge Beauvoisin.

You discover the church of St Symphorien fifteenth century, the medieval tower of the eleventh century, painting exhibitions, Maison Ravier, former house painter from Lyon, renovated in 1991 and in which we invite you to discover modes of expression beauty, literature, visual arts: painting, sculpture, photography and printmaking. On the Lookout Tower, the orientation table offers a view imprenalbe the Alps and surrounding areas.

The Museum of Bourgoin Jallieu and Dauphinois Museum Tisserand offer a day dedicated to weaving. The North Isere was one of the leading industrial weaving centers in Rhone Alpes. Bourgoin with Ets Diederichs (1 manufacturer of looms in Europe from 1872 to 1993), the Built Montgascon, "Croix Rousse Dauphine" are two examples referring to the great adventure of silk Isere

Domaine beasts to Fitilieu: The only zoo in Isère! Come discover the world of wild animals and 200 animals from five continents who thrive in a natural shade of four hectares.