Préfecture
Bourg-en-Bresse
Popular places to visit
Musée de la Mécanographie
You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Musée de la Mécanographie in Bourg-en-Bresse.
Brou Monastery
You can learn about the history of Bourg-en-Bresse with a visit to Brou Monastery. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Parc de Loisirs de Bouvent
Explore the great outdoors at Parc de Loisirs de Bouvent, a lovely green space in Bourg-en-Bresse. Discover the area's countryside and temples.
Ainterexpo
Learn about the events happening at Ainterexpo during your trip to Bourg-en-Bresse. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Bourg-en-Bresse Cathedral
After visiting Bourg-en-Bresse Cathedral, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bourg-en-Bresse. Make time to visit the monuments and temples while you're in the area.
Golf Bourg en Bresse
Enjoy a round of golf in Bourg-en-Bresse at Golf Bourg en Bresse. Amble around the area's parks or visit its temples.
Top hotels in Préfecture

Bô Hôtels Ambronay

Greet Hotel Bourg-en-Bresse Sud Montagnat

Best Western Hotel De France
Staying overnight on way to Alps. Staff omitted to tell us that there was a marathon the next morning which would stop us being able to leave until noon!! Not just us but French and Belgium guests to. Shower and toilet modern but room very old and drab.
Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

HOTEL PANORAMA 360 BOURG EN BRESSE
Modern, close to Centre, clean , good value
Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026

ibis Bourg En Bresse

Logis Hotel L'Embarcadère
Staff was extremely helpful and the restaurant was beautiful with amazing food. walkable and views of the lake made this stay wonderful
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Préfecture

Centre-ville
While Centre-ville might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Brou Monastery and Golf Bourg en Bresse.

Champ de Foire
Though Champ de Foire might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Brou Monastery and Golf Bourg en Bresse.

Peloux-Mail
While Peloux-Mail might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Brou Monastery and Parc de Loisirs de Bouvent.

Brou
If you're spending some time in Brou, Brou Monastery and Apothicairerie de Bourg-en-Bresse are top sights worth seeing.