Conference at the town hall – Château de Moncla: “Mysteries and wonders of the village with 7 castles and its church”

20 September 2025

Free

Culture

Town Hall of Saint Geoire en Valdaine 541 route du Bourg, 38620 Saint-Geoire-en-Valdaine

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Immerse yourself in the captivating history of Saint-Geoire-en-Valdaine and let yourself be amazed by its secrets, legends and priceless treasures in the heart of the village with 7 castles!

Immerse yourself in the mysteries and hidden treasures of Saint-Geoire-en-Valdaine, a village of captivating charm. Let yourself be captivated by an immersive conference that will reveal the secrets of the legendary village of seven castles. Discover the fascinating stories of yesterday's builders, the artisanal traditions that shaped this exceptional place, and the architectural wonders for which it is renowned. Set in the authentic 7th-century setting of the town council chamber, this presentation is an invitation to travel back in time, between history, culture, and legends. An experience not to be missed for all lovers of heritage and unique discoveries!

History, culture and heritage: 
The Town Hall (or Moncla Castle), in the very centre of the village, was built with the limestone moraine stones of the ancient glaciers which carved out the Ainan valley until the end of the Quaternary period.

Activities

Customers

  • Special family with children

Date

Saturday September 20, 2025 from 14 p.m. to 15 p.m.

Sunday 21 September 2025 between 14 a.m. and 15 p.m.

Pricing

Free.

Services

Accessible tourism

  • Access for self-propelled wheelchairs

Home of animals

  • Animals accepted: not communicated

Access

Bus network in the Voironnais region: The town is served by line E of the Voironnais region public transport network; five stops on the regular line Gendarmerie; Le Roulet; Piscine; Village; Place Chaffardière; Les Brosses + 4 stops in TAD.
Interurban transport: The Isère interurban network, formerly dependent on the Isère departmental council, then attached to the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes regional council (under the name Cars Région Isère) manages the regular line 7110 Pont-de-Beauvoisin ↔ Voiron (5 stops in the commune).
Railways: The nearest stations are Pont-de-Beauvoisin station and Voiron station.