In Moissieu-sur-Dolon, the main construction phase of Château de Bresson dates back to the first quarter of the 17th century; construction work is dated to 1610 and 1620. The protected features include the façades and roofs, the interior staircase, and the terrace garden. During the Journées ART et JARDIN, an exhibition on medicinal plants as well as activities involving tawashi and composting games are held there.
When staying in Moissieu-sur-Dolon, the desire to rent a holiday apartment may form part of your personal travel planning.
Nature
The Bois de Taravas is currently a place for walking and collecting.
History
The Fontaine Saint Marcel in Moissieu is considered a sacred spring; in French, it is called “Saint Font” or “Sainte Fontaine.” Its history is connected with a Templar hospital from the 12th century in the neighboring valley. Remains of the former hospital barn have been preserved in Moissieu-sur-Dolon; they, too, are connected with this history.
Local Insights
Spiruline du Dauphiné welcomes visitors to its farm in the hamlet of Layat to introduce them to local spirulina production and its benefits. Tours and tastings there are free of charge.
Hiking
The 13-kilometer route “Sur les traces de l’ogresse” begins at the salle des fêtes in Moissieu-sur-Dolon. As a cultural route, it follows the trail of Gallic gods and the Ogresse of Taravas and passes historical sites dating from the Middle Ages to the Second World War. It is of moderate difficulty.
More local pages: Hières-sur-Amby, Saint-Laurent-Du-Pont, Annoisin-Chatelans, Saint-Paul-lès-Monestier, La Rivière, Chasse-Sur-Rhône, Clavans-en-Haut-Oisans, Chonas-L'amballan
