Discover the cultural treasures of Grossouvre, Cher, Centre

This loop makes you discover Château-sur-Allier, village where the Allier river belongs to its past as the last great wild river of Europe. This 10,2 km long ride is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from Château-sur-Allier, follow the nice small road to the Chavannée typical house in Bourbonnais . Overlooking the Allier river, last wild european river, this typical house of the bocage bourbonnais is the same as before and still represents the witness of past life in the village, always connected with the river. Indeed, the birth of the village is due thanks sailors. The port as well was very active thanks to the confluence between rivers Allier and Bieudre. Take the time to admire the landscape in the area then follow the road to the castle ""Château de Saint Augustin"", surrounded by its green setting.

This loop invits you on the land of the lord of Saint Augustin, to the walk along the small pretty roads, big forests and ponds. This 19,2 km long ride is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from Neure, take the small road crossing the Taillis de Brimerand and join Château-sur-Allier, the village connected to Allier the last great wild european river. Indeed, the birth of the village is due thanks sailors. The port as well was very active. Ride along the small pretty roads to the entrance of ""Château de Saint Augustin"" where the monastic community lived centuries ago. This magnificent 15th century castle is located in a huge wood whose oaks were used to build the boats. Cross this pretty green setting to go back Neure.

This loop invits you to discover the beautiful castles in Le Veurdre, village near the Allier river, the last great wild european river. This 7,16 km long ride is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from Le Veurdre, where the village was known for its navigation activities on the Allier river. Take the small pretty road to ""Château de la Baume"". This nice 18 th century stone castle belonged to the same family for three hundred centuries, before its purchase by a king's adviser who gave it its current size. Follow your way to the beautiful ""Château de la Charnée"" built by the Crown prosecutor in 18th century and then take time to admire the setting. Ride at your own pace along the little woods and pond of Nouets before going back Le Veurdre.

Crossing the most large village of the Allier territory, this loop enables you to discover the countryside of Lurcy-Lévis and to enjoy its great pond. This 18,4 km long ride is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from the beautiful pond of Lurcy-Lévis, near the center of the village and the Anduise river, take the nice pretty roads crossing the village called once ""Lurcy-la-Sauvage"" due to its many forests. Cross the Grand Veau little wood then ride along the fields to go back to the pond. Take the time to admire the place, and enjoy the setting with family or friends. Walk around the pond thanks to "" village's legends"" and enjoy fishing or using picnic tables in this bucolic setting.

This loop invits you to discover a unique place in the world and dedicated to urban art, Street Art City. This 16,5 km long ride is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from Lurcy-Lévis, cross the village and take time to admire its roman 12th century stone church. Ride along pretty little roads, near the aerodrome and the large racing circuit unique in Europe thanks to its 1500 m straight line then take the shaded path to the great stone and brick castle "" Château de Béguin"". Take the direction of Street Art City, famous unique world place known for Street Art and its large number of artists.

This loop invits you to cross the woods and forests and to admire the great Château de Beaumont and its nice chapel. This 20,9 km long ride is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from Pouzy-Mesangy, take the time to admire the great 14th century Pouzy castle. This stone and wood building owned moats and drawnbridge which are so representative of the bourbonnais. Follow your way to neighbouring village of Lurcy-Lévis by crossing forest of Champroux and wood ""Bois de Soussarin"". Ride along Billot pond, then go to Neure. Cross the village and ride near the little roads to ""Château de Beaumont"", castle made in stone and slate. The castle overlooks the coutryside and Bieudre river. Every year in September, the pretty little chapel next to the castle is the place to welcome pilgrims.

This loop invits you to discover the different style and period of the beautiful castles hidden in the greenery countryside of le Veurdre and Pouzy-Mésangy. This 17,4 km long ride is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from Pouzy-Mesangy, take the time to admire the great 14th century Pouzy castle. This stone and wood building owned moats and drawnbridge which are so representative of the bourbonnais. Follow your way to neighbouring village of Le Veurdre and to ""Château de la Charnée"", built 18th century by the Crown Prosecutor. Then join the great Château de la Baume made in stone. It was the propriety of the same family for three hundred centuries before its purchase by a king's adviser who gave it its current size. Then go at your own pace back to Pouzy-Mesangy by ridind the pretty shaded little roads.

Crossing four villages, this loop invits you to discover the great landscaped lakes in Limoise and Aubigny. This 20,6km long loop is recommended for cycling enthusiasts and electric bike users. Before starting from Limoise, take the time to admire its landscaped lake : walks, fishing or little breaks. Then ride to Saint-Léopardin-d'Augy by crossing the pretty shaded roads where the meadows are dotteds with small ponds. Just look at Saint Léo castle which was once a priory where monks were welcomed. Follow your way to Aubigny to join its great lake. Enjoy this bucolic setting.

This loop makes you discover "Port Barreau", testimony of the huge navigable activities in the village located near the Allier the last great wild european river. This 15,3 km long ride is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from Saint-Leopardin-d'Augy, take the nice small roads to the Saint-Leopardin wood. Cross the wood and walk along the nice Plessis stone castle, which belonged top the same family for more than six centuries. Then join the banks of the Allier river the last great wild european river and ""Port Barreau"". Once, the village had its own port and huge port facilities to enable the navigation and haulage on the Allier river. Take the time to enjoy the bucolic setting. Ride at your own pace to come back to Saint-Leopardin-d'Augy.

By crossing three villages, this loop invits you to walk along the Allier River and ponds to the discovery of beautiful castles. This 30,3km long ride is recommended for cycling enthusiasts and electric bike users. Starting from Aubigny, cross the village and take the time to admire the beautiful Aubigny brick castle and ride along the nice houses to Saint-Leopardin-d'Augy. Ride at your own pace to the big Plessis stone castle. Keep riding the roads with nice ponds along and you will arrive to the nice castle ""Château de La Charnée"" in Le Veurdre. Cross the wood ""Bois de Montrifauds"" to Saint-Léopardin-d'Augy then to Aubigny. There, take the time and admire the landscaped lake : walks, fishing or little breaks in this beautiful bucolic setting.

The National Center of Stage Costume is the first preservation structure, in France and abroad, to be entirely dedicated to the material heritage of theaters. Twice a year, exhibitions enhance this heritage collection of 10,000 theater, opera and ballet costumes. With a collection of 10,000 opera, theatre and ballet costumes, The National Center of Stage Costume (CNCS) is a shrine to costume making know-how and the creation of theatrical settings. There is a permanent exhibition about Rudolf Nureyef and temporary exhibitions, which are housed in the former cavalry barracks (18th century) in the Villars district, which is classified as a historical monument.

The hotel Le Relais de la Route Bleu, at the edge of the RN7 offers a menu with the terroir products Comfortable and quiet hotel between Moulins and Vichy, bordering the RN7, five minutes from Varennes-sur-Allier. the Relais de la Route Bleue offers a menu with local products. Large private parking. Wifi

Tasting cellar featuring Saint-Pourçain reds, whites, rosés and sparkling wines. Gift store. Free tasting. The only cooperative in the vineyard, with nearly 40 cooperative winemakers. Cellar for tasting where the different red, white and rosé wines as well as traditional method are presented. Shop. Free tasting. Only cooperative of the vineyard bringing almost 60 cooperative winegrowers together. Gallery with a view on the vats and with a game of scents.

La Barouche is a detached house on 2 levels. Ground floor: large 23m² living room opening onto a magnificent 21m² wooden terrace (outdoor lighting). Comfortable lounge, TV and dining area. 13m² kitchen, equipped with fridge and freezer, 3 hotplates with oven, dishwasher and microwave. Bathroom with large 1.10*1.75 shower, 1 vanity unit and washing machine. Separate WC, accessible from the shower room. A semi-helical staircase leads from the living room to the first floor. Upstairs: Bedroom 1 with 1 x 140*190 bed. Velux window and blind. Bedroom 2 with 2 beds 90*200. Velux windows and blinds, glass door leading to outside staircase. Private parking. Unenclosed grounds of 400m². Small lake of approx. 500m² available. Cot and high chair available on request. Housekeeping package available. Sheets and towels for hire.

Get off the beaten track. Enjoy a day of sport and fun in the heart of the forest. The park offers 8 courses, thrilling zip lines, including a 200m-long one, and a jump into the void at the end of the black course for the most experienced. Leave the marked paths! Based in Echasssières between the cities of Clermont Ferrand, Vichy, Moulins and Montluçon in the Auvergne Rhône Alpes region, the treetop adventure park offers to families a natural and outstanding setting with a beautiful cottage for reception and restoration. Picnicking is allowed in the park. Thanks to Accro’Sioule, you will be sure to have a good day of sport and leisure in the trees. Adventure paths for every level. Affordable prices and ensured change of scenery. One of the most beautiful treetop adventure parks in Auvergne. 7 paths, ziplines and a leap in the air at the end of the black path for the most disciplined ones. A third path for young children from 3 and a half years old come to enrich our offer. And for those who are accompanying, you will enjoy yourselves during a treasure hunt and an orienteering with 18 markers around the lake. The treasure hunt for younger children will allow them to seek animals during 1 hour. A surprise is waiting for the little seekers.

A small cottage in a rustic setting, a renovated barn. South facing terrace with a fantastic view. Lovely lounge with kitchen and wood burner. Spacious bathroom with toilet. The 2-person gite is located on the south side, with its covered terrace and its garden furniture. For this cottage, we have transformed the old barn. The cottage has a pleasant living room with kitchen. The kitchen is equipped with a small oven, a 4-burner gas hob, a kettle, a coffee machine, a toaster, various kitchen utensils. The living room/kitchen is in the stable part, the bedroom in the barn, accessible by a small staircase. The bedroom has 2 single beds which can be pushed together or separated according to your wishes. In addition, we have a child's bed with sheets and blankets, as well as a chair. There is a large bathroom. For a cooler period, firewood is available.

The Saint-Jean-Baptiste church dates from the XIIth century. The church has the particularity of having a truncated belfry Free tour with leaflet and information panel or as part of the guided tours of the village. The church of Saint John the Baptist dates from the twelfth century and was once part of the fortifications of the medieval city. It has the particularity of having a truncated bell tower whose mystery is finally elucidated.

The Cadanise is a suite of high quality, terraces, spa in the summer. free wifi. Private carport. Separate entrance, quiet and discreet. Town center on foot - continental breakfast - dinner on reservation. Good for business travelers - tourists - couples with babies.

Opened from April to September. Situated within close distance of the Indre, the Cher and Allier departments. A true country guest house with 2 large ponds for fishing and a pine forest. The 3 bedrooms with terrace are comfortably equipped with private bathrooms. Parking.Wifi

Gîte moulin de Verneiges (9 P.) + salle culturelle + studette (2 p.) Staying at the Moulin de Verneiges, a Clé Vacances label gite with its own private pond, in Creuse, 2.5 km from the N145 expressway between Montluçon and Guéret, in an exceptionally well-preserved setting, will help strengthen your family, friends and business relationships. A must: reserve the fully-equipped multicultural room (700€/week) and its studette for 2 people (250€/week) in the adjoining residential building. A rare opportunity to celebrate an event late into the night, take part in a mini-session or simply refocus your energy on the essentials of life, while enjoying the thermal baths at Evaux les Bains, 20km away.

The National Center of Stage Costume is the first preservation structure, in France and abroad, to be entirely dedicated to the material heritage of theaters. Twice a year, exhibitions enhance this heritage collection of 10,000 theater, opera and ballet costumes. With a collection of 10,000 opera, theatre and ballet costumes, The National Center of Stage Costume (CNCS) is a shrine to costume making know-how and the creation of theatrical settings. There is a permanent exhibition about Rudolf Nureyef and temporary exhibitions, which are housed in the former cavalry barracks (18th century) in the Villars district, which is classified as a historical monument.

Moulins, capital of the Duchy of Bourbonnais from the 14th to 16th centuries, was brought to its apogee by the Dukes of Bourbon, ancestors of the last crowned heads of the French kingdom! Welcome to their homeland! Originally a family settled in the present-day spa town of Bourbon-l'Archambault, 26 km west of Moulins, the Sires de Bourbon owed their patronymic to the Celtic god Borvo, revered in Gaul for the curative springs that gushed from the land. The earliest known occupation of these lands near Moulins dates back to the 10th century. However, it was in 1276 that the Bourbons entered the royal family through the marriage of their heiress Beatrix of Burgundy to Louis IX's sixth son, Robert de Clermont. Bourbonnais was elevated to a duchy in 1327, and it was the couple's first son who became Duke of Bourbon under the name of Louis I de Bourbon. Moulins was chosen as the capital of the duchy by Louis II de Bourbon, third Duke of Bourbon. On a promontory overlooking the Allier, he began construction of a new château, culminating in the Malcoiffée tower, which was first erected in 1374. Enlarged by his successors to become a true ducal palace in the early 16th century, the Château des Ducs de Bourbon symbolizes the flourishing era when the Bourbons had established a powerful and influential court in Moulins. Today, although partially destroyed, the Château des Ducs de Bourbon will be the starting point for your strolls through the historic heart of Moulins. Opposite the château, the majestic Notre-Dame de l'Annonciation cathedral rises gracefully and serenely into the Moulins sky. The collegiate church, whose construction was initiated by Duke Jean II de Bourbon in the second half of the 15th century, corresponds to the flamboyant Gothic chevet of today's cathedral. The building houses the famous triptych by the Master of Moulins, a true masterpiece of Flemish sacred art from the early 16th century.

A historic monument, it dates from the late 15th century. Its architecture is typical of the fortified houses built between Berry and Bourbonnais in the late Middle Ages. The Association Fontariol Evolution organises during the summer since 2019 a cultural season with outdoors shows (concerts, theatre plays…).

Guided tour of the castle, the oldest part of which is from the 13th century. The Max has the typical appearance of a 15th century building with its beautiful porch that was with drawbridge, moats, towers...as well as the exceptional frame.

Self-guided tour with information panel. The commune boasts the only listed "clocher tors" (twisted bell tower) in the entire Auvergne region. The original church (ISMH) was built at the end of the 12th century in the Romanesque style. The interior boasts fine capitals and a granite basin used as a holy-water font, set on 4 Romanesque capitals. MH. A Gothic-style chapel was added in the 16th century. The spire of the bell tower was struck by lightning in 1894, completely burning down and damaging the top of the tower. The tower was rebuilt in 1897 using timber that was too green and weak in cross-section. The type of framing used, combined with the weakness of the timbers, was certainly the main cause of the spire's rapid twisting.

Free visit with document and information panel. The Church Notre-Dame sur L'Eau, ISMH, built in the 10th and 11th centuries, is remarkable for the purity of its romanesque architecture. From the Revolution onwards, it served as a barn until 1962. Belonging to the association Les Amis du Vieux Verneuil, it is being restored. To be noted, the apse and the 15th century murals -the consecration cross of the church- and the stained-glass windows created in 1969 and 1999 by Bernard Guth, master glassmaker from the Strasbourg school. During the summer, the association hosts art exhibitions (painting, sculpture, pottery...). Church belonging to the Bourbonnais Route of the Painted Churches.

Free visit with document and information panel. Romanesque church from the 12th century, completed and embellished in the 14th and 15th centuries by the construction of the bell tower and a flamboyant style chapel. The church contains a mural from the 15th century, an octogonal stoup from the 15th century, carved in a pillar, and a Saint-Sebastien statue from the 18th century, represented with a billhook and a grape, recalling the vine region. MH. Church part of the Bourbonnais Route of the Painted Churches.

Original chronology of irons and washing devices from almost all countries and periods. Guided tour. This original chronology of irons, from almost all countries and periods, presents the methods used since 206 B.C. until our days to iron the laundry. From Chinese pot to 1882 electric prototype, the iron followed the energies' evolution: hot sand, gas, alcohol, oil, and the fashion evolution throughout the centuries.

Free admission. Every summer, the people of Verneuillois, the communes of the Communauté de Commune and associations from outside the village create scarecrows which are displayed in the medieval town and hamlets of the commune. In search of these strange characters, visitors discover the village, one of the oldest cities of the Bourbonnais, and its heritage (ruins of the castle, gateway to the enclosed town, 12th century St-Pierre church, 10th century Notre Dame sur l'Eau, 15th century half-timbered house, old pigeon house of the Pré Féraud ...), its curiosities (sculpture of the "Sleeping Giant" place de La Motte Coquet, Gnomon or sundial, place of the church) as well as the rich collection of the museum of washing and ironing.

Free visit all year with a tourist map or guided tour upon request. Your guide imagines… Verneuil at the Bourbons' time, who established in the village one of the 17 Bourbonnais castellanies. In Verneuil, time stops, patrimony welcomes you and whispers its history, pas and present, in your ear.

Traditional and terroir cuisine. Specialties: grenouilles, Charolais meat, pan-fried foie gras, homemade desserts... Traditional and terroir cuisine. Specialties: grenouilles, Charolais meat, pan-fried foie gras, homemade desserts…

Artisanal bakery, patisserie Artisanal bakery, patisserie. Possibility of eating on site: sandwiches, salads, gratins, coffees,

Homemade pizzas. Takeaway. Open 7 / 7 noon and evening. All information on the website and facebook page Homemade pizzas. Takeaway,open 7/7 noon and evening.All informations on the website and facebook page

Homemade bread,world wines,local products, no menu, all homemade . Cool, vintage, clasic frame..that happiness! Reservation required Homemade bread,world wines,local products, no menu, all homemade . Cool, vintage, clasic frame..that happiness!! Reservation required

Traditional French cuisine with fresh products. Bistro ambience. Terrace during summer. Traditional French cuisine with fresh products. Bistro ambience. Terrace during summer.

The Auberge des Tureaux is both a bistro with 40 seats for the daily menu and a gourmet restaurant to take your time. Possibility of welcoming groups. Whether for the dish of the day or the seasonal menu, Didier Neboud is a fervent defender of local products and makes it a point of honor to serve only fresh products.

Small pub; feeling at home ambience. Good humor guaranteed. Musical nights on the last Thursday of each month.

Tea room - Homemade pastries - Sweets - artisanal ice creams. Tea room - Homemade pastries - Ideas for presents and decoration - Sweets - artisanal ice creams - great choice of teas. Little menus offered during summer (by reservation): speciality the "Charloise".

The new Chef, Anita Moir, Kiwi* born, now splits her time between catering in London and France London and France is very comfortable, she assures us, with creating vegan dishes, but is equally is just as happy preparing a casserole with meat, or a cake with eggs. "As long as I know my ingredients are from good sources, I'm happy to create a meal with most of them." Anita describes her cooking as "'homely deli' style as if made at home".

Sweet and savoury crepes

The hotel Le Relais de la Route Bleu, at the edge of the RN7 offers a menu with the terroir products Comfortable and quiet hotel between Moulins and Vichy, bordering the RN7, five minutes from Varennes-sur-Allier. the Relais de la Route Bleue offers a menu with local products. Large private parking. Wifi

Camper park on campsite. campsite that accepts motorhomes.10 pitches

Maison Balady is located in the countryside and close to the Southern highway. The house is furnished with natural materials and with attention to detail. Marco and Marjolein offer meals and are ready to make you feel at home. In the natural stone house, Marco and Marjolein provide you with 3 spacious bedrooms with beautiful fireplaces, wooden beams and pretty decorations. Maison Balady invites you to take the time to live, to enjoy the calm. You have all the comforts for short and long vacations. You can enjoy the swimming pool and terraces, with beautiful views of the Bourbonnais countryside, or take a walk or bike ride on the trails and greenways, in natural spaces. Marco and Marjolaine offer table d'hôte with regional and organic products. Every day they offer a menu including a starter, a main course, cheese and a dessert.

4-star house in the countryside. Fully equipped kitchen, 6 bedrooms for 12 people. Courtyard and garden with swimming pool, children's playground, pool, barbecue and garden furniture.

The furnished flat is the old baker's oven which was used almost 200 years ago as oven for all the village. On every Monday, the oven was put in fire and everybody in the village came with its ready for use dough to this oven to cook the bread for week. It was thus the center of the village Three Taillants. The renovation is complete and the holiday cottage is available for wonderful holidays for those who like the peace and the nature. The holiday cottage is equipped with the luxury of today but the authentic atmosphere remained completely present. It became a small comfortable space for 2 people. The rez of road is a lounge with an open-plan kitchen including a refrigerator, a dishwasher and microwaves. In the floor is the bedroom and a bathroom separated with shower, toilets

In a renovated house: 3 bedrooms, a bathroom, linen provided. baby equipment. Shared outside pool, large garden, table tennis, badminton, cycling, TV with English channels.

In a green setting of six hectares, on the edge of the forest of Colettes and near the Gorges of Sioule, this holiday village is suitable for groups, individuals and people with disabilities. In a green setting of six hectares, on the edge of the forest of Colettes and near the Gorges of Sioule, this holiday village is suitable for groups, individuals and people with disabilities.Meeting rooms, classroom, video room, two dining rooms, fireplace, bike wash station, repair workshop, bike garage, laundry, washing machine, playground, seminars. Departure of the hiking, mountain biking and equestrian circuits. Labeled FFCT. Wifi in the rooms and meeting rooms. Free management on weekends; Sports stays, family celebrations, seminars,youth holidays. Baby equipment (2 folding beds, high chairs and microwave). Wellness area: jacuzzi, sauna, indoor swimming pool (01/04/ to 01/11). Tourist tax.

Next to the house, the owners have renovated the old bread oven. There are all comfort with modern and old key. Capacity: 2 to 4 people. Lounge and dining area of 20 m² 20 m² kitchen with 4 gas hob, electric oven, microwave, refrigerator, coffee maker Bathroom with shower and toilet integrated. Mezzanine with 2 people. 140 x190 and extra sofa bed 140 x 190 Ecological electric heating Flat screen TV, DVD, CD radio Private enclosed garden of 200 m with pergola, patio Garden furniture and barbecue - Private parking

La Barouche is a detached house on 2 levels. Ground floor: large 23m² living room opening onto a magnificent 21m² wooden terrace (outdoor lighting). Comfortable lounge, TV and dining area. 13m² kitchen, equipped with fridge and freezer, 3 hotplates with oven, dishwasher and microwave. Bathroom with large 1.10*1.75 shower, 1 vanity unit and washing machine. Separate WC, accessible from the shower room. A semi-helical staircase leads from the living room to the first floor. Upstairs: Bedroom 1 with 1 x 140*190 bed. Velux window and blind. Bedroom 2 with 2 beds 90*200. Velux windows and blinds, glass door leading to outside staircase. Private parking. Unenclosed grounds of 400m². Small lake of approx. 500m² available. Cot and high chair available on request. Housekeeping package available. Sheets and towels for hire.

House in the countryside, in a quiet area with a large garden