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Located at the heart of Beaujolais country, Blacé is a welcoming, lively and friendly commune. Come and discover a wide range of landscapes, Beaujolais Village and Beaujolais vineyards, wood-covered hills, typical hamlets and beautiful homes by taking a wander down the local walking paths.

Table d'orientation BeaujolaisCome and discover the Beaujolais viewing table at Le Crêt de Charnat. The magnificent panoramic view from this location would charm the most disgruntled of visitors. From this viewing table (altitude: 472 m), visitors can look out over Bourgogne and the Monts du Lyonnais, contemplate the Saône prairy and the Dombes plateau, and admire the backdrop with the slopes of the Jura and the Alps. On a clear day, you can see the Mont-Blanc.

Adventure lovers and would-be "Tarzans" will be delighted with the outdoor tree circuit "Au fil des arbres" with something for all ages.
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It is generally known that conviviality is a tradition in winegrowing regions. Blacé is particularly proud of its hospitality. Our winegrowers will be happy to greet you. They will allow you to taste (with moderation) their fruity wines, which will just slide down your throat. They can also explain how the grapes are harvested and introduce you to the various phases of wine making.

Discover the villages of the Beaujolais Vauxonne community:

Saint-Julien-sous-Montmelas

Communauté de Communes Beaujolais VauxonneTry the Claude Bernard museum. This French doctor and physiologist (1813- 1878) was particularly reputed for his study of Claude Bernard Horner syndrome.

Salles-Arbuissonnas-en-Beaujolais

Check out the cloister, its 11th century church and the future archaeological museum.
www.salles-arbuissonnas.mairies69.net

Vaux-en-Beaujolais ou Clochemerle

Discover the oenological and tourist area dedicated to Gabriel Chevalier, the famous urinal or "pissotière" and the agricultural and winegrowing eco-museum.
Web site: www.vaux-clochemerle.fr

Le Perréon

Visit Loges castle (end 18th century), its viewing table and walking paths.

Saint-Georges-de-Reneins

Try its 12th century church and the paths alongside the Saône, not forgetting the

Saint-Etienne-des-Oullières

Take a stroll along its recent walking paths

Heritage and culture

MontmelasThe mediaeval castle of Montmelas

Official web site: montmelas.free.fr

Other castles...

Chaize castle in Odenas, Tours castle in Saint-Etienne-La-Varenne, Ravatys castle in St Lager - capital of Brouilly.

Beaujeu

BeaujeuThis village is the historical capital of Beaujolais, and visitors should check out its oenological centre for "Sources du Beaujolais " and its green circuit (Belleville-sur-Saône/Beaujeu), to mention just a couple of its attractions.

"Pierres dorées"

The superb classified medieval village, Oingt, has been restored. Come and discover the "golden stone" villages: www.oingt.com

Villefranche-sur-Saône

Enjoy a walk around the collegiate church, Notre-Dame-Des-Marais, its inner yards and its "rue nat". www.villefranche-beaujolais.fr

Romanèche-Thorins

"Le hameau du vin" awaits you for a lively trip into the world of wine: www.hameauduvin.com

"Green Beaujolais"

Set out to discover green Beaujolais, its forests, summits and pastures, and its humble and silent villages: www.beaujolais.com

LyonLyon

The town of Lyon is just a mere 40 km away, take a drive out to discover its famous "traboules", its museums and many other curiosities.

Relaxation and leisure

Water fun

At Romanèche-Thorins

Villars-les-Dombes

And much much more

Horse riding, golf courses, mini-golf, lakes, trekking, etc. are all nearby.