Échalas

Échalas is a commune in the Rhône department, set across rolling hills and plateaus with a rural character typical of this region. The village has a functioning town hall and local services that support the everyday needs of its residents.

The community was long part of the Arrondissement of Villefranche-sur-Saône until 2017, when it underwent administrative reorganization. This change linked it more closely to the Lyon administrative area and reshaped its local governance structure.

The annual plowing competition brings residents and farmers together, keeping alive the farming traditions that define the local community. This gathering shows how deeply the connection to the land and traditional craftsmanship still matters to people here.

Visiting during the growing seasons shows the village at its most active, when agricultural work shapes the daily rhythm of life. Getting there by car is most convenient, and the village itself can be easily explored on foot without long walks needed.

The local climate with its mild winters and moderate temperatures has long shaped the agriculture here and sets it apart from many other French regions. These conditions allow for the cultivation of specific crops and vines that have become part of the regional identity.

Location: Rhône

Location: departmental district of the Rhône

Elevation above the sea: 361 m

Shares border with: Givors, Saint-Romain-en-Gier, Trèves, Les Haies, Loire-sur-Rhône

Phone: +33472245876

Email: accueil@mairie-echalas.fr

Website: https://mairie-echalas.fr

GPS coordinates: 45.55194,4.71556

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:59