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Office de Tourisme de Saint-Etienne Métropole 16 avenue de la Libération BP 20031 - 42001 Saint-Etienne Cédex 1 Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 49 39 00 information@saint-etiennetourisme.com
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Explore the Saint-Etienne area !
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The book is not intended to list every little detail but instead provides a series of notes and snapshots to reflect the diversity of Saint-Etienne’s attractions. There’s so much to see and do in and around Saint-Etienne : design, culture, modern art, nature, history, industrial heritage, sport, leisure, relaxation, shows and music.
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Cité du design : design puts down roots ! The Cité du design is open to the general public. It is a higher education establishment and a facility for research, experiments, company support and conferences. The lively and vibrant establishment also hosts temporary exhibitions.
Key facts
The Cité du design was designed by architects Finn Geipel and Giulia Andi to bring together renovated buildings (former arms factory) and modern installations such as the Platine : lecture theatre, exhibition rooms, resource centre, shop, designer’s office and even an Observation Tower.
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The shop is an absolute must-visit. Here you’ll find a ticket office and a wide range of books and fun items sourced from Saint-Etienne shops.
W here ? Cité du design
On-site catering available
3 rue Javelin Pagnon Saint-Etienne Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 49 74 70 www.citedudesign.com
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Cité (ticket office and shop) : Tuesday to Sunday from 11am to 6pm (not including bank holidays).
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An exceptional event The Biennial welcomes the general public to exhibitions, seminars, conferences and festive activities from March 14th to 31st 2013.
Tuesday to Thursday from 11am to 6pm and Friday from 11am to 5pm (not including bank holidays, Christmas holidays and August).
The theme : Empathy, or "experiencing the other." 2013’s Biennial has a strong international presence thanks to UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network*. * Buenos Aires, Berlin, Montréal, Nagoya,
How much does it cost ?
Kobe, Shenzhen, Shanghai, Séoul, Saint-Etienne and Graz.
Entrance fee : from 2€ to 6€
How to get here ?
Nearest train station : Saint-Etienne Carnot (5 minutes on foot) If you’re travelling from Saint-Etienne Châteaucreux train station : Take the T2 Tramway to "Terrasse" or "Hôpital Nord" and get off at the "Cité du design" stop.
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Musée d’Art Moderne (MAM) : a window into modern and regional artists Important information Every year the Musée d’Art Moderne hosts 3 major exhibitions : an opportunity to embark on a journey into modern art. Every day the museum hosts individual workshops, conferences, guided tours and so much more.
Must-sees At the Musée d’Art Moderne, Saint-Etienne artists such as Elzevir, Eric Manigaud, Sylvia Marquet and Gaëlle Vicherd are exhibited at Local Line exhibitions alongside international artists such as Boltanski, Dietman, Pinaud, Oldenburg and many more. An enriching and exciting experience.
I just can’t get enough ! The MAM shop sells major modern artworks, exhibition catalogues, periodicals, postcards and associated products along with a selection of pieces from current exhibitions. Recharge your batteries at the museum’s restaurant and sample its inventive seasonal dishes (Monday to Friday from midday to 3.30pm) or relax in the tea room (Saturday and Sunday from 2pm to 5:30pm).
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W here ? Musée d’Art Moderne Rue Fernand Léger Saint-Priest-en-Jarez Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 79 52 52 www.mam-st-etienne.fr
Local Line, a unique in itiative T his initiativ e has been inspiring young art ists throug h discussion, meetin gs and com munication since 2010. T he a rtists are also suppor ted by the museum’s networ k of partners fo r exhibitions abroa d.
How to get here ? Take the T1 Tramway to "Hôpital Nord" and get off at the "Musée d’Art Moderne" stop. If you’re travelling from Saint-Etienne Châteaucreux train station : Take the T2 Tramway to "Terrasse" and get off at the terminus. Walk to the museum or take the T1 Tramway to "Hôpital Nord" and get off at the "Musée d’Art Moderne" stop.
Opening times Open every day from 10am to 6pm, closed Tuesdays.
How much does it cost ? Entrance fee : 5€ Reduced rate : 4€
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Site Le Corbusier : unique in Europe Key facts The Firminy Vert project received the urban planning "Grand Prix d’Urbanisme" award in 1961 and has over a thousand residences whose design was inspired by the Athens Charter. It is one of the most accomplished examples of Le Corbusier’s urban theories in Europe.
Absolute must-see The "centre de récréation du corps et de l’esprit" includes the Maison de la Culture, stadium, André Wogensky designed swimming pool and Saint-Pierre church whose "three beams of light" provide incredible lighting and acoustics ! Make sure you have time to visit the last of the famous Unités d’Habitation. Guided tour available. Please visit the website.
Round off your visit W here ? Site Le Corbusier Rue de Saint-Just-Malmont Firminy Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 61 08 72 www.sitelecorbusier.com
How to get here ? By car
From Saint-Etienne : take the N88 to Firminy and exit junction 32. From the Haute-Loire : take the N88 to Firminy and exit junction 34.
By train Gare de Firminy train station (10 minutes on foot)
By bus From Saint-Etienne : Ligne 1 to the final stop "église Le Corbusier".
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Find out more about the region’s other 20th century heritage "utopias" at www.utopies-realisees.com and don’t forget :
1- The Château des Bruneaux Explore its 18th century apartments, chapel, garden, bakery, nailor workshop and mining tunnel.
Where ? 3 rue de Chanzy Firminy Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 89 38 46 www.chateaudesbruneaux.fr
Opening times Open daily from 2pm to 6pm. Closed on Mondays.
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2- Musée des sapeurs-pompiers Includes more than 150 items in its fire engine collection.
Where ? 10 rue de l’abattoir Firminy Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 10 06 86 www.ville-firminy.fr
Open Saturdays, Sundays and bank holidays from 2pm to 6pm.
for details : www.sitelecorbusier.com
How much does it cost ? Entrance fee : from 6 to 9€ Reduced rate : from 5 to 7.50€
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Musée d’Art et d’Industrie (MAI) : at the heart of design Did you know ? The MAI was renovated and extended 10 years ago by the architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte. The Museum of Art and Design is at the crossroads between art and history, science and technology and the most modern design.
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The bicycle is born The history of cycling is integral to SaintEtienne. The first French bicycle was invented here in 1886. An impressive collection of weapons from the Middle Ages to the present day The focus is on hunting weapons to reflect Saint-Etienne’s artisan expertise and production. Saint-Etienne, the capital of ribbons The museum houses the largest collection of ribbons in the world.
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Take the T1 or T3 Tramway, get off at the "Bourse du Travail" or "Anatole France" stops.
Opening times
Open every day from 10am to 6pm. Closed Tuesdays.
How much does it cost ? Self-guided tour : from 3.90 to 4.70€ Guided tour : from 4.50 to 6€ Free for children aged 12 and under
Stay in the know
Visit the website for a list of annual exhibitions, events and workshops for all ages.
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Musée de la Mine : delve into the mining world
Don’t forget to book your visit, especially during the week !
The museum takes children and adults on a moving journey through everyday life on the mines in the heart of the last mine shafts in the Loire. The mine shafts were built from 1910 onwards and were operational until 1973.
Experience life in the mines
Soak up the atmosphere in the hanging room, extraction and energy machine rooms, lift shaft cages, the reconstructed pits and the mining train.
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Travel back in time Learn about Saint-Etienne’s incredible mining and industrial past from the 18th century to the present day on a large slide show retracing the growth of the first city born out of the Industrial Revolution.
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Where ? Puits Couriot / Parc - Musée de la Mine de Saint-Etienne 3 boulevard Maréchal Franchet d’Esperey Saint-Etienne Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 43 83 23 www.saint-etienne.fr
How to get here ? By bus
Ligne 7, stop "Musée de la Mine".
By car Boulevard urbain, exit "Le Clapier".
Opening times
Open every day from 9am to 12:45pm and 2pm to 7pm. Closed on Tuesdays. Tour length : 1.5 hours. Note : the tour will alter from November 2012 to March 2013 during improvement and construction work on the site.
How much does it cost ? Entrance fee : 6€ Reduced rate : 4.50€ Free for children aged 12 and under
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Not to be missed ! The architecture is incredible. A real hot spot !
Saint-Etienne’s Geoffroy Guichard is as legendary a stadium as Wembley and Maracaña and hosts some of the biggest sporting events : 1998 Football World Cup, 2007 Rugby World Cup and the Euro 2016.
Travel through space in the astronomic simulator at France’s first 3D planetarium.
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Attend the shows then visit the shop where its specialist team would also love to welcome you. They will answer your questions and advise you on books and observation tools.
Its nickname "Chaudron” (cauldron) comes from the "smoke" that escapes during major match nights from the heat the supporters give off !
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Visit the website for the stadium’s latest news. The Greens shop is just minutes from the stadium.
W here ? Stade Geoffroy Guichard 14 rue Paul et Pierre Guichard Saint-Etienne Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 92 85 41 (ticket office) www.asse.fr
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Planétarium : reach the stars
Tramway T1 or T2, stop "Geoffrey Guichard" Bus Ligne 8, stop "Les Granges". Bus Ligne 9, stop "Le Marais".
Espace Fauriel 28 rue Pierre et Dominique Ponchardier Saint-Etienne Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 33 43 01 www.planetarium-st-etienne.fr Booking recommended
How to get here ? By bus (The closest stops) : Ligne 6, stop "Centre de Congrès". Ligne 9, stop "Résidence Guinard".
By car follow "Centre de Congrès" / "Planétarium".
How much does it cost ? Entrance fee : 6.60€ Reduced rate : 5.50€ 3D adult show : 10€
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City Tour 1 : walk through Saint-Etienne and explore its design roots ! 1 1 st stage of the 1.2 km walk : Châteaucreux Square A real outdoor art gallery with fascinating pieces from Philippe Million’s multi-colour tree to Assan Smati’s blue horses. Continue to the Georges Salendre’s "Fusillée" sculpture and the stunning "Tabourets" by François Bauchet.
2 The Ilot Grüner building (by Manuelle Gautrand) won’t fail to amaze you. The single unit is partly on the ground and partly in the air. 3 Chavanelle Square opens up a world of modern artwork such as Gyslain Bertholon and Maxime Bourgeaux’s "‘R’ du large", "Les colosses" by Yannick Vey, the "Pouet" by Remi Jacquier and "Pas à pas" by Dugave Chantal. Just minutes from the tramway (T1 to "Terrasse") you’ll find the Cité du design and the Observation Tower designed by Finn Geipel and Guilia Andi. Carry on pounding the pavement and visit Le Fil designed by XXL Atelier and Philippe Delers & Associés and the Zénith by Sir Norman Foster.
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Please contact Saint-Etienne Métropole Tourism board for further information. Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 49 39 00
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City Tour 2 : Saint-Etienne, parks and gardens one step at a time Saint-Etienne is one of the biggest cities in France to have the most inner-city green areas with over 700 hectares of parks and public gardens in the city. Your walks will make everyone go green with envy !
Saint-Etienne was listed as a French City of Art and History in December 2000. The city promotes its 19th and 20th century industrial heritage and reflects its powerful social history. The City of Art and History provides guided and self-guided tours throughout the year to explore Saint-Etienne, its conferences and events. Please visit Saint-Etienne Tourism board for the full schedule : www.saint-etiennetourisme.com
1 The Park of the Musée de la Mine or Parc Couriot The preservation and promotion of the city’s mining heritage make this place
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2 Musée d’Art et d’Industrie garden Two very different settings in the garden surrounding the museum : • a forest walk via the upper entrance following the Larousse ascent.
• a beautiful garden via the main entrance with square patches of dye plants producing natural vegetable dyes.
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4 Crêt de Roc Ascent
The garden is at the top of the city on Villeboeuf hill with a rich variety of flora and fantastic views of the surroundings.
One of the best views of the city centre from the hilltop. The roofs are within arm’s reach and Place Jean-Jaurès lies at your feet.
5 François Mitterrand park The park opened in 2011 and is ideal for strolls, family activities, etc.
We also recommend Musée du Vieux Saint-Etienne Uncover the unique history of France’s first industrial city in a 17th century mansion.
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Hôtel de Villeneuve
Tuesday to Saturday : 2.30pm to 6pm.
13 bis rue Gambetta Saint-Etienne Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 25 74 32 www.vieux-saint-etienne.com
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Entrance fee : 2.50€ Reduced rate : 1.50€
Other nearby parks which can be reached by bus or tram :
• The Montaud park : sports, relaxation - Bus Ligne 21, stop "Lycée B. Charvet" Bus Ligne 16, stop "Parc de Montaud" • The Europe park : strolls, relaxation, playground - Bus Lignes 4, 6 and 18, stop "Parc de l’Europe" • Jean Marc park : pony rides, playground, relaxation – Tramway T1 and Bus Ligne 17, stop "Lycée S. Weil"
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Saint-Etienne, a kaleidoscopic city of culture The city’s infectious energy makes Saint-Etienne what it is today. A wealth of events, a variety of shows, a diverse range of local and international artists…you’ll be spoilt for choice : festivals (Paroles et Musiques, 7 Collines, Rhino Jazz, Arts Burlesques, Bô Mélange, BWD12, etc.), theatre-cafés, small theatres, etc.
Opéra Théâtre, a lesson in how to put on a show The Opéra Théâtre is constantly reinventing itself with operas, symphonic concerts, chamber music, recitals as well as dance and theatre performances.
The Zénith, on the front row The only Zénith in the Rhône-Alpes region will take your breath away with its aerodynamic structure designed by the international architect Sir Norman Foster. Its 7,200 seat capacity means it hosts major French and international productions along with sports events, business conventions, conferences, seminars and private functions.
W here ? Le Zénith
Saint-Etienne locals and visitors love it for its stage decor and costume workshops, its variety of over 20 shows a year and over 170 curtain calls.
Rue Scheurer-Kestner Saint-Etienne www.zenith-saint-etienne.fr Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 49 39 00 (ticket office)
Don’t miss !
Please visit the website for a list of events.
Piano Passion and Festival Massenet : 2 opportunities to learn about French 19th and 20th century lyrical heritage.
How to get here ? By bus
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Le Fil : At the forefront of the current music scene Throughout the year Le Fil beats to rhythm of an exciting, top notch schedule. It’s at the forefront and hosts performances from up and coming artists and famous French and international stars.
W here ? Le Fil 20 boulevard Thiers (Plaine Achille) Saint-Etienne
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Where ? Jardin des plantes (Plants garden) Saint-Etienne Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 47 83 40 Please visit the website for a list of events. www.operatheatredesaintetienne.fr
How to get here ? By bus Lignes 6, 7 and 9, stop "Place Villebœuf". Ligne 16, stop "Villebœuf-le-Haut".
Feeling peckish ? Settle down in Café Jules’ cosy and intimate setting designed by
A72, exit "Geoffroy Guichard / Zénith"
Guided tour : 5.60€ Reduced rate : 4.20€
students from the École Supérieure d’Art et Design de Saint-Etienne.
La Comédie : creativity at the helm La Comédie is open to well-known French and international teams and provides an environment in which big name directors and actors can express themselves alongside up and coming companies. It is also one of 11 Drama Schools training the performers of the future.
Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 34 46 40 www.le-fil.com
How to get here ? By bus Lignes 33, 27 and 11B, stop "Parc des Expositions" Ligne 8, stop "Etablissement technique du Marais" Ligne 9, stop "Rue des Aciéries" ©N
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Nature Tour 1 : feel the magic of the Gorges de la Loire ! Explore the Gorges de la Loire on a 28 km driving and walking tour. Dive into the untamed landscapes, ecological treasures and villages nestled in greenery that the natural heritage site has to offer.
1 Village of Saint-Victor-sur-Loire Its ancient stone houses (17th century) reflect the village’s history. Don’t forget to visit the peaceful haven that is the church and the impressive château.
Get your bearings : head towards the harbour at the bottom of the village.
5 Village of Chambles Have a walk around this charming medieval village perched on high ! Get your bearings : take the D108 to Unieux.
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The Bridge of the Bicentenary of the Revolution in Pertuiset (Unieux) 6 The bridge was opened in 1989 and has incredible views of the Gorges de la Loire.
2 Saint-Victor-sur-Loire Harbour Over 300 boats moor here every year making it one of the biggest inland ports in France. The lake’s 365 hectares are ideal for swimming, water sports and fishing !
Get your bearings : retrace your steps and take the D25 then the D32.
3 Dam of Grangent, Belvedere on island of Grangent At the foot of the road stand Grangent tower, fortress and chapel. These buildings were once on a rocky outcrop but have stood on an island in the middle of the Gorges since the dam filling.
Get your bearings : take the D108 to Chambles then to Château d’Essalois ( 6.8 km).
The Château d’Essalois 4 The Château d’Essalois overlooks the Lake of Grangent on the other side of the dam. You can see the charming hamlet of Camaldules from the foot of the lakeside of the castle.
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Nature Tour 2 : Pilat Nature Park, a taste of the great outdoors This fabulous mountain range is ideal for sports throughout the year and is a veritable treasure chest that simply begs to be uncovered. It is home to Pilat Regional Nature Park whose landscapes are as diverse as its history.
1 Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez : listed as one of the "Plus Beaux Villages de France" This unique village lies on the buttresses of the Pilat mountain range. You will find former hermitages transformed into homes. The monastery became a village in 1793 and is a unique example of the transformation of a religious setting into a non-religious environment.
How much does it cost ? Guided tour : 5.50€ Reduced rate : 3€ Visitor guide for self-guided tour : 3€ Free for children aged 12 and under
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3 Saint-Chamond : the doors to Pilat Park The town is home to several listed buildings : the canons’ house, the former hospital, Saint-Pierre church, the former Gillet
Thaon tannery and the town hall. A mustvisit.
4 Rochetaillée : high in the hills This little village proudly overlooks the impressive Vallée du Furan. During your visit we recommend walking the wall-walk and the garden stairs. The Barrage de Roche-
taillée, also known as the Gouffre d’Enfer dam, was opened in 1866 and is the perfect place for a walk among fir trees and cliff sides.
Chartreuse - Le Bourg Sainte-Croix-en-Jarez Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 20 20 81 www.saintecroixenjarez.com
Opening times July 1st to August 31st : every day from 10:30am to 12:30pm and 2pm to 6:30pm. The rest of the year : Tuesday to Sunday and bank holidays from 10:30am to 12:30pm and 2pm to 6pm.
Self-guided or guided tour
2 La Maison des Tresses et Lacets : see the machines in action In the heart of the Vallée du Dorlay you will find over 50 wooden looms bringing the age-old manufacture of laces, strings, braids, rickracks and trims to life. Spools and reels in a myriad of colours get to work and weave a wonderful web of a show.
How much does it cost ? Entrance : 4.50€ Free for children aged 8 and under
Opening times March 1st to 30st November : every day from 2pm to 6pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
W here ? La Terrasse-sur-Dorlay Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 20 91 06 www.tressesetlacets.fr
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Explore the nearby Vallée du Gier The Vallée du Gier is full of surprises and just a few kilometres from SaintEtienne. Start off with a walk on Saint-Ennemond Hill in Saint-Chamond (15 km from Saint-Etienne - road to Lyon).
Visit Saint-Martin-la-Plaine Zoo 12 hectares, pretty plants, over 100 species and 850 animals from Africa, Asia, America and Oceania. The park helps to protect threatened and endangered species. Please note : the zoo is also involved in the Lesio-Lounae Project which supports the Congolese authorities in the fight against baby gorilla poaching.
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Opening times April to September : open every day from 9am to 6pm October to March : open every day from 10am to 4pm
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A Tribute to Saint-Etienne’s Expertise Maison du patrimoine et de la mesure This tour starts at the Maison du patrimoine et de la mesure in La Talaudière.
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This 1860 building houses a collection of weights and measuring tools : three centuries of history are displayed from the time of the Ancien Régime to the present day along with the hard work that went into the metric system.
Parc public - Rue du Stade La Talaudière Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 01 06 63
Entrance : 12.50€ Reduced rate : 8.50€
Maison du passementier
La Mourine Delve into the history of the forge at the nearby ironmongery, La Mourine, in SaintMartin-la-Plaine. Past and present come together : reconstruction of a workshop, the manufacture of forged items, slide show, display of antique and modern tools.
Opening times
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Entrance : 4€ Free for children aged 10 and under
La Mourine
© Saint-Etienne Tourisme / C. Roy
La Mourine
Guided tour (approx. 2 hours).
How much does it cost ?
Open Thursday, Friday and Sunday from 2pm to 6pm.
Entrance : 2.30€ Reduced rate : 0.80€ for children aged 16 and under
Time stands still at the Maison du Passementier where you can see how woven or braided items for furniture and clothing were made at the beginning of the 20th century.
Where ? Maison du passementier 20 rue Victor Hugo Saint-Jean-Bonnefonds Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 95 09 82 www.ville-st-jean-bonnefonds.fr
Opening times
Open Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 2pm to 6pm. Thursday visits are available to book.
2 rue Antoine Seytre Saint-Martin-la-Plaine Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 93 45 80 www.maisondesforgerons.fr
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Open every weekend from April to October from 2pm to 6pm.
Opening times How much does it cost ?
Zoo de Saint-Martin
Combe Plotton Saint-Martin-la-Plaine Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 75 18 68 www.espace-zoologique.com
Maison du patrimoine et de la mesure
How much does it cost ? Entrance : 3€ Reduced rate : 1.50€
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Your first encounter with the Forez The Château de Bouthéon Recommendations
The Château de Bouthéon has been an integral part of Forez’s history since the 13th century ; its walls bear testament to it. Take your time exploring the Centre d’Interprétation du Forez, the Loire and all its flora and fauna in the Centre d’Interprétation du Fleuve Loire.
Maison du Tourisme d’Andrézieux-Bouthéon 11 rue Charles de Gaulle Andrézieux-Bouthéon Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 55 37 03
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Entrance : 8€ Reduced rate : 5.60€
Rue Mathieu de Bourbon Andrézieux-Bouthéon
Free for children aged 7 and under
Not to be missed : the animal and botanical park.
Come on, let’s carry on a little further
It’s worth taking your visit beyond the Saint-Etienne area. Here are some absolute must visits.
Le Musée du Chapeau : the creation of a hat before your very eyes The Atelier-Musée du Chapeau has a funfilled visit in store for you : workshops, machines in action, hat shaping with steamers and a fascinating collection of fashionable headgear from the end of the 18th century up to the present day.
Where ? 16 rue de Saint-Galmier Chazelles-sur-Lyon
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Forez en Lyonnais Tourism board 9 place Jean-Baptiste Galland Chazelles-sur-Lyon Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 54 98 86
How much does it cost ? Entrance : 4.50€ Reduced rate : 2.50€
Château de Montrond : château life ! This medieval fortress has an authentic charm. You can visit the museum and the Musée Postal du Forez on your own or with a tour guide.
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How much does it cost ? Entrance : 5€ Reduced rate (12-18 years) : 3.50€ Free for children aged 12 and under
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The Iléades, a new take on thermal spas Les Iléades is a real thermal spa and a unique facility in the Loire. An idyllic setting for an incredible break. Annual closing dates : 29/08 to 02/09 inclusive.
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From 10€
W here ? Le Parc Thermal Montrond-les-Bains Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 20 08 00
The Casino In the heart of the spa resort you will find the Casino which was fully renovated in November 2012. Thrill seekers come here for its slot machines and card tables.
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Recommendations Maison du Tourisme de Montrond-Les-Bains Avenue des Sources Montrond-Les-Bains Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 94 64 74
Rue de Roanne Montrond-les-Bains
Saint-Galmier : get your adrenalin pumping You’ll have an exhilarating time on the racecourse or in the casino then you can relax in the casino’s restaurant and council swimming pool.
Recommendations Maison du Tourisme de Saint-Galmier 33 avenue Jean Monnet Saint-Galmier Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 54 06 08
Le Bessat : the great outdoors in summer and winter Le Bessat is the highest altitude town in the Loire (1,170m) and has an array of activities. Summer : walks, mountain bike rides, orienteering, etc.
W here ? Le Bessat Tourism board Place de l’église Le Bessat Tel. : +33 (0)4 77 20 43 76
Winter : cross-country skiing, snow tubing, snow shoeing, sledding, dog sledding, etc.
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