Escape to Chambonchard, Creuse, Limousin

On the heights, after a succession of panoramic views over the Auvergne, you'll discover the 13th-century Château du Ligondeix, before plunging into the forest towards the Cher, the natural boundary between the Limousin and Auvergne regions. Back on the plateau, you'll encounter modern agriculture, and wind turbines rising to a height of almost 150 metres. This tour is part of the Guide Rando Evaux-Chambon, available from local tourist offices.

This circuit in the middle of a luxuriant vegetation, at the borders of the provinces of Combraille, Auvergne and Bourbonnais. It also offers sublime panoramas on the steep valley of the Cher.

A circuit that allows you to discover all the woodland aspects of the region: woods, pastures, gorges and valleys, waterways. Even if it includes some lengths of tarmac road.

This peri-urban circuit takes tourists and curists, from the spa, beyond the gates of the town, on the heights providing a global and panoramic view of the town.

From the suburbs to the paths, this urban circuit allows you to discover the small built heritage and the architectural heritage of the Evahonian city.

Leaving from Evaux les Bains or Chambon sur Voueize, between religious and historical heritage, follow in the footsteps of the history of churches, castles, legendary stones, etc... To discover along the way: - Evaux les Bains: Limousin's only spa, casino, church, etc. - Chambon-sur-Voueize: Abbatiale Sainte-Valérie, Hôtel-Restaurant les Estonneries with beautiful grounds, etc. - Lussat: Etang des Landes, Limousin nature reserve - Gouzon: Jonchère golf course, Voueize cheese dairy - Toulx Sainte Croix: Church, tower with panoramic view of the Monts d'Auvergne, Pierres Jaumâtres site. - Boussac: Château de Boussac - Budelière: Suspension bridge over the Tardes river

La Vagabonde is a cycling adventure of over 500 km. Departing from Montluçon in the Allier, this route takes you through Creuse, Corrèze and Lot to Montech in the Tarn-et-Garonne. In Nouvelle-Aquitaine, discover the varied landscapes from Lac de Vassivière to the Causses du Quercy, via the Plateau de Millevaches and the Dordogne Valley. With its mix of greenways and low-traffic shared roads, this itinerary is designed for the more experienced rider.

Departing from Château-sur-Cher, this walk will take you through the Cher gorges.

Once a land of potters, Budelière is now an agricultural land. Discover this local agricultural environment, divided between cultivation and breeding, between large areas of easy exploitation and small traditional plots surrounded by hedges.

A circuit for walkers which encircles the village of Budelière and allows you to discover the local agricultural environment, divided between cultivation and breeding, between large areas of easy exploitation and small traditional plots surrounded by living hedges.

I propose you to stay in a pleasant apartment, on the first floor of a house. Ideally located in the heart of Evaux-les-Bains, the only spa town in the Limousin region. You'll find all the comforts you need, with a fully-equipped kitchen, dining area, living room and adjoining bedroom with bathroom and toilet. A washing machine is available (shared by the 2 apartments).

High-quality, fully-renovated apartment, ideal for spa guests, located close to the spa. Managed by Happy House concierge service.

We welcome you and wish you a pleasant stay in our small chalet for 2 people, located on an enclosed and private site. You will find everything you need to spend 1 night or more in our beautiful region. The chalet is equipped with a functional kitchen (electric stove with ceramic hob, oven, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, electric coffee maker, Senséo coffee maker, toaster, kettle, etc.). .) The bedroom has a 140x190 bed, the bed will be made upon arrival. Chest of drawers, carrying with hangers and valet. A bathroom with a large shower, shower seat, hairdryer and towel dryer. The toilets are independent. Free WiFi, plancha, sunbathing, garden furniture and parasol ... On the outskirts of a small village with the necessary amenities ... bakery, grocery store, hairdresser, village inn and post office, we welcome you all year.

Gîte d'étape/groupe, "Le Télégraphe" can accommodate up to 14 people in 5 rooms. Ideally situated on the hiking/ mountain-biking network, and close to fishing in the pond (1km) or whitewater (5 to 15 km). "Le Télégraphe" is located opposite a multi-service grocery/bar association that welcomes you every morning (except Mondays). Breakfast available from 8:30 am. Friday afternoon opening from 4:00 pm. 10 min by car to Evaux Les Bains, spa, wellness center, casino, swimming pool, cinema, supermarket, doctors, pharmacy, all shops, or to Chambon/Voueize, abbey church, rivers, media library and local shops. Le Télégraphe is a place for sharing and exchanging, with communal areas. When you arrive, a member of the local council will give you a warm welcome and be your guide to help you find your way around

Welcome to Auberge de Charron This establishment has a Bar and a Restaurant. Open every day except Thursday and Friday. Benjamin & Valérie welcome you in a friendly atmosphere and offer you traditional French cuisine. LUNCH from 11:30am to 1:30pm - EVENING from 6:30pm to 9:30pm

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.

La Sellerie is located next to the former stables. The former tack room has been converted into a small studio with kitchenette. On the second floor is the sleeping area with a large double bed. From the sleeping area, a mezzanine gives a feeling of space and a view of the small living room on the first floor. The tack room can be reached by a few steps and a double door from the gîte d'accompagnement l'Ecurie, making this combination ideal for people traveling together but still seeking privacy. This studio has a terrace shared with the neighboring "Paulette" apartment, adjacent to the château entrance with comfortable furniture.

The "Paulette" apartment is located behind the chapel and was once the official residence of the estate's caretaker/cook. The apartment, located on the second floor, has been completely renovated while preserving the old details. The apartment comprises a bathroom, separate toilet, kitchenette with dining area, bedroom and separate living room. If required, the luxurious sofa bed in this living room can be folded out to create a second bedroom. The apartment has a shared terrace adjacent to the château entrance, with comfortable furniture.

This gîte is located in one of the former stables, which has been merged with the baking room with the estate's old bread oven. The house is luxuriously furnished with natural materials and features wooden floors. First floor: comfortable living room with dining area and fully equipped open kitchen, bathroom with shower and washbasin and separate toilet. Second floor: 2 bedrooms equipped with good, new beds with extra-thick mattresses in natural materials, wardrobe with safe. One bedroom has separate single beds, which can be converted into a double bed on request. This gîte has a private south-facing terrace, comfortable furniture with parasol and a good barbecue. There is no television in this house.

The 'Augustin et Julienne' house is located in one of the former farmhouses of the Château du Tirondet estate. On the first floor, there's a spacious living room with dining area and an adjacent fully-equipped open kitchen. An old passageway gives access to the former milk cellar, where the shower room and toilet are now located. On the second floor, there are three spacious bedrooms, all equipped with good new beds with extra thick mattresses, a wardrobe and a safe. The rooms have a small desk or comfortable sitting area, and one room has an extra armchair that can be folded into an extra bed. This gîte has a private courtyard with a terrace, comfortable furniture and a good barbecue. There is no television in this house.

A picnic area on the edge of the Sévennes fishing pond, which is also the starting point for a beautiful hike around the Chambonchard wind turbines.

Picnic area at the entrance to the village, on the banks of the Cher.

This viaduct was designed and built by Gustave Eiffel between 1885 and 1887. It was used as a traffic route for trains connecting Paris to Ussel. Since 2008, the viaduct is no longer a crossing point for railway lines. The viaduct is 91.33m high and 250.50m wide The village of Châtelet offers a panoramic view of the viaduct

All year round from the Tourist Office and around Place Serge Cléret. Free and accessible 24 hours a day.

Located on the edge of the Etang de la Gane d'Evaux-les-Bains, this picnic area welcomes you for all your meal breaks.

Both graceful and imposing ! This abbey is typical of church architecture from the 11th century to the 17th century and of special note The Bell Tower. The roof of the abbey is covered with chestnut tiles.The abbey was built on the site of a 9th century monastery. St Marien is buried in the interior in a special wood casket embellished with gold decoration.

Evaux-les-Bains is the only spa resort in the Limousin region, located in the Creuse department some twenty kilometers from Montluçon. Indicated for the treatment of rheumatism and venous disorders, the Evaux-les-Bains spa complex is the ideal place for those wishing to break away from the hustle and bustle of city life for a spa treatment. The spa offers you the virtues of its waters and the wild, relaxing charm of its sites. The gases contained in thermal water cause significant ionization of the atmosphere surrounding the spa, promoting relaxation and sleep. An extensive renovation program began in late 2020 to restore the elegance of this beautiful 1900s building.

A table and benches in the shade of a tree welcome you for a picnic with family or friends, on the edge of the small Bordes fishing pond.

Diversified vegetable production sold on the farm and at the Evaux-les-Bains market.

Overlooking the Chat-Cros Valley, these jagged rocks are listed in the inventory of natural monuments and artistic, historical, scientific, legendary or picturesque sites. Walking trail with footbridge across the Chat-Cros and an equipped clearing in which walkers can relax. Natura 2000 listed site.

An unusual casino at the crossroads of the Auvergne, Centre and Limousin regions, located in the spa town of Evaux-les-Bains, appreciated for its bucolic surroundings conducive to relaxation, leisure and dreams. 53 slot machines (13 vintage machines, 38 modern machines, 2 poker machines), which operate with tickets and player cards plus There are also 8 electronic roulette and blackjack stations, and traditional games: 1 English roulette table and 1 blackjack table. Our establishment also organizes concerts and theme evenings, and major sporting events are broadcast on our 4 giant screens. If you'd like a drink with friends or a bite to eat, we welcome you to our lounge and restaurant "l'Essentiel".

Large selection of teas, chocolates and gift ideas.

Michel and Laurence welcome you in a warm mountain decor for you to discover a wide selection of crepes , pancakes and many mountain specialties.

Grand Hotel Restaurant has a stylish Belle Epoque atmosphere. Our tasty seasonal cuisine is made with local ingredients. Try our saffron specialties.

Pizzas to take away or eat in, ice cream. From €6

Two rooms, two atmospheres: modern and warm, for a peaceful lunch in our dining room or in total immersion, in the heart of the slot machines, on the mezzanine. We offer traditional, modernized and elegant cuisine, with our three formulas and our essentials, there is something for everyone!

Hostel located in a privileged setting in the heart of nature. Room rustic restaurant with exposed stone and beams . Terrace by the Tardes

Small restaurant suitable for intimate dinners, soft, warm and calm atmosphere. Establishment located 6 km from the only spa resort in Limousin, Evaux les Bains. Neat traditional cuisine based on local products. Catering activity, take-out meals.

A coffee shop with a warm and friendly atmosphere. Benjamin concocts its dishes based on fresh products, Sarah welcomes you in the bar and dining room.

House in a quiet hamlet at 2 km of Evaux les Bains. Semi detached house on 2 storeys. ground floor : dining room with kitchen (washing machine, dishwasher, microwave), sitting room (TV), shower room and WC. 1st floor : 2 bedrooms (1 bed 55" and 1 bed 35"). Central heating. Non enclosed exterior area with garden furniture. Holiday renting suit to the children. Visit of the farm.

At the foot of Château du Ligondès, pretty outbuilding for 2 to 8 people. An ideal location for discovering green tourism, cycling and hiking.

A furnished 2 * for 2 people - 1 bedroom . Property situated 6 km from the center of Evaux-les- Bains , 11 minutes from the Spa

In new Aquitaine, in the heart of the Creusoise countryside, come and discover the site of the old Château de la Couture, steeped in history and renovated to offer you maximum pleasure. If the castle no longer exists, all the buildings in the agricultural domain are still there and we have renovated them with great tenacity since 1996. The guest rooms were built in the various outbuildings and the inn in the main stable , all without touching the existing structures in order to keep all the charm of these old stones. Currently we offer 4 guest rooms, a cottage and five unusual accommodations. The hostel can accommodate up to 50 people in each room. Farm animals are always present. You can see free range poultry, pigs, dwarf goats, sheep, cats and small dogs. We also have 6 stabilized camping pitches for caravans or motorhomes and tent pitches on grassy terrain.

In new Aquitaine, in the heart of the Creusoise countryside, come and discover the site of the old Château de la Couture, steeped in history and renovated to offer you maximum pleasure. If the castle no longer exists, all the buildings in the agricultural domain are still there and we have renovated them with great tenacity since 1996. The guest rooms were built in the various outbuildings and the inn in the main stable , all without touching the existing structures in order to keep all the charm of these old stones. Currently we offer 4 guest rooms, a cottage and five unusual accommodations. The hostel can accommodate up to 50 people in each room. Farm animals are always present. You can see free range poultry, pigs, dwarf goats, sheep, cats and small dogs. We also have 6 stabilized camping pitches for caravans or motorhomes and tent pitches on grassy terrain.

In new Aquitaine, in the heart of the Creusoise countryside, come and discover the site of the old Château de la Couture, steeped in history and renovated to offer you maximum pleasure. If the castle no longer exists, all the buildings in the agricultural domain are still there and we have renovated them with great tenacity since 1996. The guest rooms were built in the various outbuildings and the inn in the main stable , all without touching the existing structures in order to keep all the charm of these old stones. Currently we offer 4 guest rooms, a cottage and five unusual accommodations. The hostel can accommodate up to 50 people in each room. Farm animals are always present. You can see free range poultry, pigs, dwarf goats, sheep, cats and small dogs. We also have 6 stabilized camping pitches for caravans or motorhomes and tent pitches on grassy terrain.

In new Aquitaine, in the heart of the Creusoise countryside, come and discover the site of the old Château de la Couture, steeped in history and renovated to offer you maximum pleasure. If the castle no longer exists, all the buildings of the agricultural domain are still there and we have renovated them with great tenacity since 1996. The guest rooms have been built in the various outbuildings and the inn in the main stable , all without touching the existing structures in order to keep all the charm of these old stones. Currently we offer 4 guest rooms, a cottage and five unusual accommodations. The hostel can accommodate up to 50 people in each room. Farm animals are always present. You can see free range poultry, pigs, dwarf goats, sheep, cats and small dogs. We also have 6 stabilized camping pitches for caravans or motorhomes and tent pitches on grassy terrain.

In new Aquitaine, in the heart of the Creusoise countryside, come and discover the site of the old Château de la Couture, steeped in history and renovated to offer you maximum pleasure. If the castle no longer exists, all the buildings in the agricultural domain are still there and we have renovated them with great tenacity since 1996. The guest rooms were built in the various outbuildings and the inn in the main stable , all without touching the existing structures in order to keep all the charm of these old stones. Currently we offer 4 guest rooms, a cottage and five unusual accommodations. The hostel can accommodate up to 50 people in each room. Farm animals are always present. You can see free range poultry, pigs, dwarf goats, sheep, cats and small dogs. We also have 6 stabilized camping pitches for caravans or motorhomes and tent pitches on grassy terrain.

In new Aquitaine, in the heart of the Creusoise countryside, come and discover the site of the old Château de la Couture, steeped in history and renovated to offer you maximum pleasure. If the castle no longer exists, all the buildings in the agricultural domain are still there and we have renovated them with great tenacity since 1996. The guest rooms were built in the various outbuildings and the inn in the main stable , all without touching the existing structures in order to keep all the charm of these old stones. Currently we offer 4 guest rooms, a cottage and five unusual accommodations. The hostel can accommodate up to 50 people in each room. Farm animals are always present. You can see free range poultry, pigs, dwarf goats, sheep, cats and small dogs. We also have 6 stabilized camping pitches for caravans or motorhomes and tent pitches on grassy terrain.

In new Aquitaine, in the heart of the Creusoise countryside, come and discover the site of the old Château de la Couture, steeped in history and renovated to offer you maximum pleasure. If the castle no longer exists, all the buildings in the agricultural domain are still there and we have renovated them with great tenacity since 1996. The guest rooms were built in the various outbuildings and the inn in the main stable , all without touching the existing structures in order to keep all the charm of these old stones. Currently we offer 4 guest rooms, a cottage and five unusual accommodations. The hostel can accommodate up to 50 people in each room. Farm animals are always present. You can see free range poultry, pigs, dwarf goats, sheep, cats and small dogs. We also have 6 stabilized camping pitches for caravans or motorhomes and tent pitches on grassy terrain.