Discover Tignieu-Jameyzieu

Tignieu-Jameyzieu brings together a range of themes for a stay: religious architectural history, a protected wetland and a varied events programme. The Jameyzieu chapel and Saint-Antoine church appeal to travellers interested in remembrance, architecture and artworks; the Marais de la Léchère adds a natural highlight. The picture is rounded out by the Village des Brocanteurs, the B’Rock Café and the Salle le Triolet.

Chapel and church: remembrance, architectural history and artworks

The Jameyzieu chapel was built in 1947 to commemorate the return of prisoners of war from the Second World War. Its construction is thus dedicated to a specific act of remembrance. The façade also features several motifs: the Virgin and Child is painted on the exterior; on the inside of the façade wall are the Virgin of the Sacred Heart with a globe placed in front of her, the Nativity and the Baptism of Christ. A single exterior image thus sits alongside a sequence of three religious scenes.

Two historical dates must be distinguished at Saint-Antoine: the first church building dates from 1350; the new church was built in 1892 to plans by architects Chatrousse and Ricoud. There are also stained-glass windows by Etienne Buche, an artist from Grenoble, in the chapels of the Virgin Mary and Saint Joseph, as well as in the choir. The architectural history and interior decoration offer different points of interest: the dates place the church buildings in their historical context, while the three areas named indicate where the stained-glass windows are located.

The Marais de la Léchère and its wetland

The Espace Naturel Sensible Marais de la Léchère is located in Tignieu-Jameyzieu. Its mosaic of habitats includes Cladiaie, wet meadows, and willow and ash woodland. These habitats are home to the protected marsh spurge and protected marsh hog’s fennel. The description thus links different wetland structures with two specifically named protected plant species.

A 1.2-kilometre themed trail allows visitors to explore the protected wetland in about an hour. The route length and approximate duration may be adjusted by the operator. The Marais can be reached via the “Place du Dauphiné” bus stop in Tignieu-Jameyzieu. This provides both an approximate walking time and a named stop to help with planning; bus departure times are subject to the timetable.

Antiques and event venues

The Village des Brocanteurs opened in April 2016 on a former industrial site covering 1.8 hectares. Containers form lanes and streets like those of a small town; each antiques dealer has individually designed their own space. The complex thus brings together two elements: a street-like layout and individual dealer spaces, each with its own design. Its former industrial use and the creation of the Village are also part of its local history.

The B’Rock Café is a traditional restaurant in the heart of a village of antiques dealers in Tignieu-Jameyzieu. It hosts musical events on Friday and Saturday evenings year-round, as well as other themed evenings. The Salle le Triolet focuses on a varied programme: it is one of four event venues with year-round programming; individual performances vary by season. This makes a difference when planning an evening: the café’s regular days are specified, whereas at the Salle le Triolet you will need to check which performances are on.

Planning your stay in Tignieu-Jameyzieu

The information varies in how it fits around your travel dates: an approximate duration is given for the themed trail, regular days of the week are specified for the B’Rock Café, and performances at the Salle le Triolet vary by season. Check the route, bus timetable and event dates to suit your visit.

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