Les Avenières offers several distinct reasons to visit: Parc Walibi Rhône-Alpes, wetlands shaped by the Rhône, and local cultural history. The Sentier pédestre Envirhôna winds through this landscape, alongside a digital museum and traces of the silk trade, winegrowing and the area’s school history.
Explore the Wetlands on Foot and by Canoe
The Réserve Naturelle Nationale du Haut-Rhône français also extends across Les Avenières-Veyrins-Thuellin. The Sentier pédestre Envirhôna is an easy family trail and circular route through wetlands shaped by the Rhône, with islands, alluvial forests and Lônes. Its starting point is at Chemin du Bouclard, Les Avenières, 38630 Les Avenières Veyrins-Thuellin. Small games along the trail introduce children to local wildlife and plant life in a fun way.
The trail is freely accessible every day throughout the year in favorable weather conditions; flooding may restrict access. Check the weather and flood conditions before your visit if you plan to walk the route. The Lônes can also be explored by canoe. Landing on the islands is prohibited. For information about operators, contact the local information office.
Leisure and a Digital Museum
Parc Walibi Rhône-Alpes is located at 1380 Route de la Corneille, 38630 Les Avenières Veyrins-Thuellin. It offers 36 attractions and shows; this number may change in future seasons. Micro-Folie offers a different way to experience culture: the digital museum presents collections from major museums around the world.
Traces of the Silk Trade, Winegrowing and School History
The silk trade shaped the history of Les Avenières Veyrins-Thuellin. The «Tissage Margand» silk-weaving factory operated until 1965. An old wine press on Rue du Mollard Bresson bears witness to the commune’s winegrowing past. The silk trade and the wine press point to distinct economic legacies; the factory links textile history to a specific closing date.
The Église de Veyrins was built in 1836 and houses four statues: Saint Paul, Saint Pierre, Saint Jean and Saint Antoine. L’ancien couvent was established around 1856. Until 1903, it housed the École Libre for girls, run by the Sisters of Providence. The two buildings therefore reflect different aspects of local history: the church its construction date and statues of saints, and the former couvent its previous use as a school.
Choose the Focus of Your Stay
When planning your trip, compare the conditions: the Envirhôna trail is freely accessible every day throughout the year in favorable weather, while flooding may restrict access; when exploring by canoe, landing on the islands is prohibited. The number of attractions and shows at Parc Walibi may change in future seasons. The historical landmarks offer clear dates: the church dates from 1836, the couvent was built around 1856, and it was used as a school until 1903.
Discover more destinations: Saint-Pierre-D'allevard, Vignieu, Jarrie, Engins, La Morte, Optevoz, Saint-Pancrasse, Mont-De-Lans.
For the broader travel overview: Isere.
