Dolomieu is situated on the plateau and slopes of a hill. To the north, the town overlooks the Rhône Valley, and to the south, the Bourbre Valley. Dolomieu also offers views of the Chartreuse Massif and Dent du Chat.
Anyone considering Dolomieu for their stay may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture and History
The Château de Buffières is one of Dolomieu's historic buildings. Closely associated with the town's name is the geologist and mineralogist Déodat Gratet de Dolomieu, who was born in Dolomieu: he discovered dolomite, which gave the Dolomites massif in northern Italy its name.
The wider area around Dolomieu is home to the Château de Césarges, a castle; the Ancienne chartreuse de La Sylve-Bénite, a monument; Le Couvent des Bernardines Belley, a historic site; and the Église de l'Assomption, a church.
Nature and Landscape
The mountains around Dolomieu include Mont de Cordon, Montagne de Saint-Benoît and Montagne d'Izieu. Montagne de Tantainet is a mountain in the wider area around Dolomieu.
Activities and Crafts
The signposted, 47-kilometre cycling route “Des Vals du Dauphiné au Balcons du Dauphiné” starts in Dolomieu.
Poterie de Bordenoud offers workshops, classes and training courses.
Panoramas and Culinary Delights
The Table d'orientation in Dolomieu offers panoramic views over the Bugey and Mont du Chat all year round and with free access.
La Table de Déodat serves local and seasonal gourmet cuisine. It uses products sourced from within a 150-kilometre radius.
For further comparison with other towns: Corenc, Chavanoz, Salaise-Sur-Sanne, Le Bourg-D'oisans, Le Péage-De-Roussillon, La Salette-Fallavaux, Séchilienne, Sainte-Luce.
