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Saint-Denis-lès-Bourg

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Ain

Municipality of Ain, in the Auvergne - Rhône-Alpes region, Saint-Denis-lès-Bourg takes place at the gates of Bourg-en-Bresse, not far from Péronnas, Saint-Rémy and Buellas.

Mentioned from the 11th century, the commune of Saint-Denis-lès-Bourg is of ancient origin. From its past, it has kept several buildings to admire during a visit to the site. Full of charm, the city benefits from the Ville Fleurie label with 2 flowers which reward the efforts made in the cultivation of plantations and green spaces.

Geographical information

MunicipalitySaint-Denis-lès-Bourg
Postcode01000
Tourism label
Latitude46.2025999 (N 46° 12’ 9”)
Longitude5.1897890 (E 5° 11’ 23”)
AltitudeFrom 209m to 242m
Surface area12.58 km²
Population6137 inhabitants
Density487 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureBourg-en-Bresse (3.2 km, 6 min)
Insee code01344
IntercommunalityCA du Bassin de Bourg-en-Bresse
DepartmentAin
TerritoriesAlps, Jura mountains
RegionAuvergne-Rhône-Alps

Nearest cities & towns

Bourg-en-Bresse2.7 km (5 min)
Saint-Rémy3 km (5 min)
Péronnas4.2 km (8 min)
Buellas5.9 km (11 min)
Montracol6 km (9 min)
Montcet7.1 km (10 min)
Viriat7.6 km (13 min)
Saint-Just8.1 km (16 min)
Saint-André-sur-Vieux-Jonc8.8 km (11 min)
Servas9.5 km (11 min)
Vandeins9.8 km (15 min)
Lent10.3 km (11 min)
Polliat10.5 km (11 min)
Attignat11.6 km (13 min)
Condeissiat12.1 km (13 min)

Things to see and do

While strolling through the town, you can discover the Grange Maman portal, before going to the Saint-Denis church. Gothic in style, the latter was completely transformed in the 19th century to take on the appearance we know today.

Events and festivities

The market is held from Tuesday to Sunday, in the morning.

In April, place at the Dionysian beer festival with the presence of several dozen local brewers and stands allowing you to discover a wide variety of blond, black, amber or hopped beers.

The annual vogue is held every year at the end of July with its popular ball, rides and fireworks.

Weather

Thursday 23 may
Min. 12°C - Max. 18°C
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Friday 24 may
Min. 9°C - Max. 19°C
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Saturday 25 may
Min. 12°C - Max. 20°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Motocross, trial or enduro lessons
Sports sensations37 € Joudes (31 km)
Outdoor show: Walking with witches
Entertainment17 € Pérouges (33 km)
Dramatised tour: Medieval immersion in Pérouges
Culture and education36 € Pérouges (33 km)
Canoe hire on the Saône
Sports sensations9 € to 20 € Tournus (46 km)
Visit to the castle of Alphonse de Lamartine
Culture and education10 € Saint-Point (47 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Circuit of the oak grove of Seillon
HikeEasy1:10Péronnas (4.6 km)
Hiking Between pleasure of the eyes and taste buds
HikeEasy3:35Vonnas (15.3 km)
Walk The brook Black Fontaine
HikeEasy55 minSerrières-sur-Ain (21 km)
Hiking The Plantay Loop
HikeEasy1:40Le Plantay (22 km)
Hiking at Balvay Castle
HikeIntermediate4:45Bolozon (22 km)

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