Dareizé is documented in a charter of Savigny Abbey dated 1030.
Those who choose Dareizé as their place to stay may be planning to rent a holiday apartment there.
History and Culture
The church of Dareizé dates back to the 12th century, although little remains from that period. Its choir contains a fresco from 1949 by Louis Josserand. The Chapel of the Holy Spirit in the church has a 16th-century holy-water font engraved with the year 1596.
The old Château de Chanzé dates back to the 11th and 12th centuries and can be seen from the road, but is not open to visitors. A second Château de Chanzé was built in 1857 with four small watchtowers. The Chanzé site at the eastern end of Dareizé overlooks the Soanan Valley.
Wine
The sales and tasting area of Domaine de la Revol in Dareizé is open daily to interested visitors. Visits to the wine cellar are by appointment only; booking in advance by telephone is recommended.
Local Information
The church of Dareizé may be open during the day; the key is available from the Auberge. The circular trail “Circuit 21 – À travers vignes et pâtures” is signposted with yellow markings and the number 21 on a blue background.
Hiking
The Tour de Vindry hiking trail passes through Dareizé. The Tour de Vindry can be reached by TER via the SNCF station Poncharra-Saint-Forgeux from Lyon or Roanne.
The Circuit de Chanzé circular trail starts in the centre of Dareizé and is not signposted. The “des vignes aux bois” hike is introduced at the entrance to Dareizé and is 8.5 km long.
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