Discover Ternand

Historic homes, seasonal art exhibitions, a panorama of mountains and valley: Ternand brings together a range of highlights for a stay. There is also a group tour available by appointment and a sensory experience in July featuring local winemakers. When looking for a hotel, it helps to first decide whether you want to focus on history, art, scenery, or a specific event. The information below differs both in subject and in timing.

History and changing art exhibitions

The Maison du Tailleur is one of Ternand’s historic homes, dating from the 14th and 15th centuries. It offers a tangible point of reference for exploring the town’s history. The Maison des Expositions provides a different perspective. According to Rhône Tourisme, it hosts exhibitions of painting, sculpture, photography, and crafts from May to September, with the works changing every two weeks. For planning purposes, the season and the rotation schedule are separate details: May to September is the exhibition period, while the two-week schedule refers to how often the works change during that season. The selection of works therefore does not remain the same throughout the entire period.

The paintings in the crypt

The discovery in the crypt also offers a distinct historical highlight. According to a Rhône Tourisme report, paintings dating from the 12th century, depicting Jesus and the twelve apostles, were discovered there in 2024. Ten figures are described as intact and remarkably well preserved. The year 2024 refers to when they were discovered; the 12th century dates the paintings.

Panoramic views and guided tours

From the upper part of the village of Ternand, you can enjoy panoramic views of the Beaujolais mountains and the Azergues Valley. The scenery adds a wider perspective on the surrounding area to the historic homes and art.

Les Amis du Vieux Ternand offer guided tours for groups of six to 30 people by appointment; the tours take visitors through the village, which is entirely pedestrianised. If you plan to include this option in your stay, arrange a date in advance and take the stated group size into account.

A July experience and finding a hotel

Rosé Nuits d’Été is a sensory experience in July where you can discover local winemakers. If you would like to plan your stay around this event, check the current event dates. The July event takes place alongside the longer exhibition period from May to September: your stay can therefore be planned around either a season or a single event.

If Rosé Nuits d’Été is the reason for your visit, include the confirmed event dates in your plans. You can then look for a hotel for your stay and choose specific options based on your travel plans.

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For the broader travel overview: Rhône.