The half-timbered houses, the Royal Monastery of Brou and the apothecary are all witnesses to the fascinating local history full of twists and turns. Restaurants with a green star in the Michelin Guide, the French Neapolitan pizza champion, French burger vice-champion and so much more. Parks, gardens and greenway routes also show you the very best nature has to offer.
You will always be surprised by Bourg-en-Bresse. It was Princess Margaret of Austria who ordered the construction of this absolute masterpiece in a flamboyant Gothic style, and work began in A one-of-a-kind construction in France, built in tribute to one man, Prince Philibert the Handsome. The Royal Monastery of Brou is a fascinating place, with beautiful, elegant architecture and a captivating history.
Inside, you'll be taken aback by the breathtaking decoration. The rood screen is decorated with stone lace work featuring the overlapping letters P and M, for Philibert and Margaret, and it separates the nave from the choir beautifully.
For the next part of the visit, head up to the rood screen gallery. We could write pages This masterpiece in and pages about the beautiful yet tragic a flamboyant Gothic history of this monument. What better style was built as than a visit in person to experience its a tribute to love charm for yourself. The Middle Ages is without a doubt the era that has left the most noticeable mark here.
That means that the monuments of this period have managed to stand the test of time and have left a lasting mark on the town, starting with its circular layout. The wooden houses are the most visible features. The upper floors are built in a corbelled construction that spans several streets. Go and see them with your own eyes. We have two possibilities for visiting this unique heritage site. There is a discovery tour available to pick up for free from the Tourist Office.
