Crémieu, Medieval town in Isère, France.
Crémieu is a medieval town in Isère characterized by stone buildings, ancient gates, and fortified walls that shape its appearance. The structures sit at around 415 meters elevation and form a cohesive ensemble of different periods.
Crémieu emerged during the Middle Ages as an administrative center with defensive structures and local governance systems. The fortifications were built to protect the settlement and reinforce its political importance in the region.
Crémieu comes alive through its regular markets and seasonal festivals where local producers and craftspeople sell their goods. The December Christmas market draws visitors who come to discover regional products and traditions.
Visitors should note that the old town sits on uneven terrain with many stairs and narrow passages, making sturdy footwear essential. The best time to visit is during market days or festivals when the town feels more lively.
The town has several entrance gates from different eras, each displaying its own architectural features. These gateways tell the story of the settlement's various building phases through their distinctive details.
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Château Delphinal
208 m
Château de Saint-Julien
3.2 km
Halles de Crémieu
167 m
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Crémieu
40 m
Commanderie de Montiracle
1.6 km
Veterans Rampart Crémieu
368 m
Porte de Lyon
182 m
Porte François Ier
328 m
Chapelle Saint-Antoine de Crémieu
285 m
Chapelle Saint-Maurice
1.7 km
Église de Saint-Romain-de-Jalionas
3.2 km
Église Saint-Jean de Crémieu
35 m
Église Saint-Jean-l'Évangéliste de Leyrieu
3.7 km
Église Notre-Dame d'Annoisin-Chatelans
4.4 km
Maison du Colombier
98 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette de Leyrieu
3.8 km
Fontaine Notre-Dame-du-Reclus
299 m
Maison de la Poype
95 m
Fontaine (Crémieu, place de la Nation)
103 m
Couvent des Visitandines
257 m
Couvent des Augustins de Crémieu
55 m
Tour Saint-Hippolyte
253 m
Maison
207 m
Town hall of Crémieu
262 m
Maison des trois pendus
271 m
Maison, 16 rue de la Loi
108 m
Maison, côte Faulchet, 5A rue du Four Banal
103 m
Chapelle Notre-Dame-de-la-Salette de Crémieu
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