The Église de l’Assomption-de-la-Vierge in Ajain dates from the late 13th century. It is a complete example of a fortified church. By decree of 26 December 1930, it was classified as a Monument historique.
Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Ajain can choose the town as a specific travel destination.
Culture
Ajain’s entire local heritage is accessible via an interactive map on ajain.fr. An exhibition on the local heritage can be viewed in the entrance hall and stairwell of Ajain Town Hall.
At the Moulin du Creuzet, the water wheel of a grain mill is documented. The Chapelle de Bonnefond is part of Ajain’s centuries-old cultural heritage.
Nature
The Circuit de randonnée pédestre n° 1 Le Grand Bois begins in Ajain. The easy hiking trail is 12.6 km long and has a total positive elevation gain of 176 m. Along the way, the route descends steeply to the Étang de Champroy.
The Circuit VTT n° 21 Le Grand Bois initially runs along wide paths and small roads. It then continues along forest tracks through the Bois de l’Hospice and the Grand Bois.
History
Several historical sites are located in the wider region around Ajain. These include the Abbaye de Prebenoit, the Abbaye d'Aubepierre, the Abbaye Notre-Dame de Bonlieu and the Abbaye Notre-Dame du Palais.
The hills Les Pierres Jaunâtres and Le Puy Haut are also located in the wider region around Ajain.
