The Romanesque church of Vernay was built by monks from Cluny and extended in 1852. Its nave and choir are completely decorated with paintings.
Renting a holiday apartment in Vernay can be part of your personal travel planning.
Culture and History
In the wider region around Vernay is the Artothèque du Centre d’Arts Plastiques de Villefranche-sur-Saône, a closed museum. The Église Saint-Nicolas is also located in the immediate vicinity of Vernay.
The Musée Claude Bernard is located in the wider region around Vernay. The Abbatiale de l’Assomption de Belleville is also situated there. The Château d’Amignié dates from the 19th century.
Nature
Mont Tourvéon is a geomorphologically and scenically significant site. The Montagne de Rochefort, Grand Crêt, Mont Chonay, and Grenet are also located in the area around Vernay.
Hiking Routes
The hiking route Tour of the Crochet Mountain and Tourvéon Mount passes by Mont Tourvéon without reaching the summit. It leads through lush vegetation and mountain landscapes.
The Circuit de Vernay is a 13 km route through wooded areas and pastureland.
Around 120 Angora goats and 50 cashmere goats are kept at Ferme d’Amalthée.