The entire communal territory was subject to a protected area classification (law of 1930). Saint-Paul-en-Cornillon welcomes walkers.
Listen as the small alleys and your strolls tell you little pieces of the history of the town.
Saint-Paul-en-Cornillon
Some history
The origins of Saint-Paul-en-Cornillon go back to the Middle Ages, where a monastery was established on the banks of the Loire. Today, as a testimony of the past, the Château de Cornillon, whose walls were built in the 11th century, is perched on the very top of the rock.
Cornillon Castle
Essential visiting
The Bicentenary Bridge (Please turn to Unieux page)
Chapel Saint-Antoine in Cornillon
The bell tower is registered in the Additional Inventory of Historical Monuments.
The tomb of Marshall camp Boudinhon
Born in 1771, he dies in Cornillon in 1846. This famous character participated in all of Napoleon’s campaigns and was injured 17 times.
The Mont Fayn
In 2001, an orientation table was added which represents a remarkable panoramic viewpoint over the Loire Gorges and the Pilat. Accessible from the Daffodil lane (chemin des Jonquilles).
Suggestions for outings
Picturesque walks around the village are proposed in the hiking guide. Mountain bike circuits are also possible.
Activities and Leisure
Sports and recreation park Vigie Mouette
Water activities: rowing Swimming is forbidden.
Pratical information
Saint-Paul-en-Cornillon City Hall
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