Miribel, commune in Ain, France
Miribel is a commune in Ain, France, located about 15 kilometers northeast of Lyon. The town spans about 24.5 square kilometers and includes a historic center alongside small villages and agricultural areas with fields and gentle hills.
Miribel was shaped by farming and craftsmanship for centuries and briefly gained importance as a spa town after an iron-rich mineral spring was discovered in 1864. Development as a resort failed quickly, and the town focused instead on industry and farming.
The name Miribel comes from old language meaning a beautiful view. The town has deep roots in farming and craftsmanship, still visible today in small villages like Mas Rillier and Les Échets where old farmhouses and fields shape daily life.
Visitors can reach the town easily by train with two stations in the center and in Les Échets, with service to Lyon and other cities. Buses and on-demand transport connect different parts of the town and surrounding areas, making it simple to get around and explore.
From the higher areas of the town a panoramic view stretches from Mont Blanc to the Pilat hills spanning seven departments. This exceptional far-reaching view is rarely known and often overlooked by visitors who do not explore the higher points.
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