Mizérieux combines local history with paths and a landscape along the Loire. Sacred heritage, early written records, and destinations in the immediate and wider regional area stand alongside specific walking routes.
Those who choose Mizérieux as a travel destination may perhaps wish to rent a holiday apartment there.
Culture and History
The church of Mizérieux was renovated in 2003; several remains were discovered during the work. A very old fresco became visible in the Saint-Étienne Chapel of the church of Mizérieux after the old plaster had fallen away.
The wayside shrine at the Saint Fortunat spring contains a statue of the saint and various paintings. The Saint Fortunat spring is designated in Mizérieux as a historic site, a monument of historical heritage, and a fountain. It gained a certain degree of fame in the past through the organisation of major pilgrimages.
The first actual written records of Mizérieux date from 994 and refer to the place as IN MISERIACO.
The ruins of Château de Cleppé are located in the immediate vicinity of Mizérieux. The surrounding area also contains the ruins of Château de Salt-en-Donzy, Bonlieu Abbey as a historic site, and Château de Chalain as a castle.
Hiking
Two walking routes, measuring 5 and 10 km respectively, begin at the village square in Mizérieux. The easy 5 km circular walking route La source runs through Mizérieux; the La source route passes by the Saint-Fortunat spring.
The Les grands chambons circular route starts in Mizérieux and is 10 km long.
Nature
The Les grands chambons circular route offers views of the banks of the Loire. Among other things, herons, cormorants, various waterfowl, rabbits, and deer can be observed along the route. Fishing is possible on the banks of the Loire in Mizérieux.
The Pic de Montverdun mountain lies in the vicinity of Mizérieux. In the wider regional area around Mizérieux are the mountains Mont Boussuivre, Mont Rat, and Mont Lit.
