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Oingt tower

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It was built before 1183 and was part of the 2nd castle complex where the lords of Oingt resided. It is 18 metres high and has a museum on its 3 floors. Panorama. Navigation chart. Panoramic glasses.

In the 12th century, Oingt was a fortress. On its three floors, the building houses a museum containing fossils, carved stones, ceramics, documents and photos from the Middle Ages to the present day. from the terrace, you can enjoy a grandiose panorama of the Azergues valley, the Beaujolais, the Lyonnais, the Monts d'Or, the Alps and the Bugey.

Opening times

From 31/08 to 27/09/2026 weekends between 2.30 pm and 6.30 pm. Closed from Monday to Friday.

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Full price: 2 €.

Free entry for children under 12.

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Coordinates

45.947563, 4.582282

DMS

45°56'51.2"N 4°34'56.2"E

UTM

31T 622635 5089438

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69620 Val d'Oingt
+33 4 72 52 97 33 http://www.oingt.ovh E-mail: lesamisdoingt@gmail.com

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