Discover Coulanges-les-nevers, Nièvre's hidden gems

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 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.

Located on the border of the Allier, this loop leads you along the little roads of the Nivernais area to discover the beautiful Montempuy chapel. This 8,3km long loop is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from Saint-Parize-en-Viry, take the pretty little roads that cross the Nivernais countryside. Enjoy this green setting made of meadows doted with pounds in which graze the whites cows of the Bourbonnais. Continue your way to Dornes. Cross the village, a seigneury that appeared in the 13th century, for a few kilometers then return to Saint-Parize-en-Viry. Take the path that leads you to the beautiful Montempuy chapel. Founded in the 11th century by the Cluniac monks of Souvigny, this chapel, whose traces date back to Charlemagne, was next to a priory that burned during the Hundred Years' War. Take a few moments to admire this building, now listed as a Historical Monument.

Located on the border of the Allier, in the department of Nièvre, during this loop you will discover the beautiful Nivernais countryside and the lovely Montempuy chapel. This 19,3km long loop is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from Dornes, take the little roads and ride along the castle ""Château de Dornes"". Beautiful building of the 14th century, it has a beautiful Italian facade. Enjoy this green setting made of meadows doted with pounds in which graze the whites cows of the bourbonnais. Take the path that leads you to the beautiful Montempuy chapel. Founded in the 11th century by the Cluniac monks of Souvigny, this chapel, whose traces date back to Charlemagne, was next to a priory that was burned during the Hundred Years' War. Return to the village of Dornes and enjoy a moment of relaxation on the beautiful central square shaded by lime trees.

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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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. Self-guided visit. The Centre national du costume et de la scène is open year-round. Housed in a former 18th-century cavalry barracks, it presents its exhibitions. “Treasures from the Collections” – new permanent gallery of 180 m²! Two new rooms offer an exceptional immersion into some of the finest pieces of our heritage. An opportunity to discover, throughout the year, a selection of emblematic costumes from the CNCS collection (which comprises over 10,000 costumes and numerous accessories). Permanent exhibition: La Scène Presentation of the stage sets for Cyrano de Bergerac at the Comédie-Française. In April 2023, the CNCS became the Centre national du costume and de la scène with the inauguration of a new space within the Quartier Villars. Known as La Scène, these galleries dedicated to theatrical scenography highlight the professions of the performing arts. On this occasion, the CNCS also expanded its storage facilities in order to continue enriching its costume collection. Permanent exhibition: The Nureyev Collection The museum presents a permanent exhibition dedicated to Rudolf Nureyev, one of the greatest dancers of the 20th century. The collection reveals aspects of his personal and artistic life through a theatrical scenography designed by set designer Ezio Frigerio, a close friend of Nureyev, assisted by Giulano Spinelli.ste à la carrière internationale exceptionnelle dans une scénographie théâtralisée conçue par le décorateur, ami fidèle de Noureev, Ezio Frigerio, assisté de Giuliano Spinelli.

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

A family estate at the heart of the appellation for 12 generations. Family-run estate in the heart of the designation. Independent winegrowers producing white, red, rosés St-Pourçain and traditional methods (sparkling wine). To be keep in mind: the vintage of All Saints Day (white and sweet wine out of designation), Tradition, Calnite, Puy Réal vintages as well as maturation in barrels (more than a hundred in cellar). Please drink responsibly.

Once fortified, the town of Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule grew up around an ancient monastery. Self-guided tour all year round, with tourist map or Wivisite app. Guided tours for groups by prior arrangement.

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.

Large character house situated in the centre of 40 wild ha, close to its owners's farm. Perfect to practise outside activities and share friendly family moments.

This sensitive natural area contains a true ecological, landscape and cultural richness in a preserved setting. Possibility of guided hikes. It is essential to have good shoes. Free access all year round with leaflet or animation during summer. Registered as a sensitive natural area by the Conseil Départemental, this site contains a true ecological, landscape and cultural richness, still preserved. Its discrete forest gorge stretch on 4 km, before melting into the alluvial plain of the Sioule river. One of the particularities of the place lies in the concentration of a great diversity of natural environments: running waters, alluvial forest, ... Thanks to its marked trails, the visitor will be able to discover the tranquility and the wild aspect of this place. Themed hikes organized.

Situated at 10 km from Lapalisse, this quiet, green and shady campsite is next to a lake (fishing possible). Nearby : swimming-pool, tennis, hiking paths.

Situated at 10 km from Lapalisse, this quiet, green and shady campsite is next to a lake (fishing possible). Nearby : swimming-pool, tennis, hiking paths. 3 chalets of which one for disabled people.

In the heart of the rolling countryside of the Allier, right in the centre of France, La Vigne et le Chardon is the perfect place to stop off. Come and take a break to relax, enjoy a meal and soak up the sun.

The 15th-century château is the fruit of a long evolution. A Carolingian castrum was occupied by the Archambaud family in the early 10th c. It was to become the seat of power for the ancestors of the House of Bourbon, and the basis for their expansion over the next four centuries.

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.

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. Self-guided visit. The Centre national du costume et de la scène is open year-round. Housed in a former 18th-century cavalry barracks, it presents its exhibitions. “Treasures from the Collections” – new permanent gallery of 180 m²! Two new rooms offer an exceptional immersion into some of the finest pieces of our heritage. An opportunity to discover, throughout the year, a selection of emblematic costumes from the CNCS collection (which comprises over 10,000 costumes and numerous accessories). Permanent exhibition: La Scène Presentation of the stage sets for Cyrano de Bergerac at the Comédie-Française. In April 2023, the CNCS became the Centre national du costume and de la scène with the inauguration of a new space within the Quartier Villars. Known as La Scène, these galleries dedicated to theatrical scenography highlight the professions of the performing arts. On this occasion, the CNCS also expanded its storage facilities in order to continue enriching its costume collection. Permanent exhibition: The Nureyev Collection The museum presents a permanent exhibition dedicated to Rudolf Nureyev, one of the greatest dancers of the 20th century. The collection reveals aspects of his personal and artistic life through a theatrical scenography designed by set designer Ezio Frigerio, a close friend of Nureyev, assisted by Giulano Spinelli.ste à la carrière internationale exceptionnelle dans une scénographie théâtralisée conçue par le décorateur, ami fidèle de Noureev, Ezio Frigerio, assisté de Giuliano Spinelli.

Free admission to the park of the 12th, 15th and 16th-century château from April to October. Set in woods and lawns, the château is an irregular pentagon flanked by five towers of varying angles. The enclosures and walkways are intact. ISMH.

Free visit of the exteriors. Beauvoir is discovered at the bend of a path. A beautiful French garden (ISMH) is the setting for this 14th century castle (ISMH), built in the 15th century. It was occupied by the English truck during the Hundred Years War, then taken over by Louis II of Bourbon. The 18th century orangery and the pavilion have been restored into reception rooms which can respectively accommodate up to 300 and 90 seated guests as well as 450 people under the cocktail awning (access to the garden is closed during receptions).

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.

Romanesque church ISMH part of the Road of painted churches of Bourbonnais Free visit with document. The bedside, two bays and transept of this Romanesque church are from the 11th century. ISMH. A 15th century stone statue of Saint Catherine bearing a flowered crown is preserved inside as well as several remarkable paintings from the 15th and 17th centuries. Church part of the Road of painted churches of Bourbonnais.

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 of the exterior on the path along the moat and the park. Guided tour of the interiors on prior request from 7 people. Sitting at the entrance to the village coming from Diou, the Château de Saligny (ISMH) welcomes you. Once you have crossed the bridge which spans the moat, which is still in water, your gaze is on the oldest part, the Lourdins tower dominating the castle which dates from the 14th, 17th, 17th and 19th centuries. Renaissance pink sandstone dormers adorn the facade overlooking the moat. Beautiful outbuildings.

Catering: The staff at the Bourbon l'Archambault casino are delighted to welcome you to the dining room, where they offer a variety of menus and dishes to satisfy your appetite.

Restaurant Les Bourbons

The restaurant of the Grand Hôtel Montespan Talleyrand offers you friendly, aesthetic and tasty cuisine!

"Ju" will introduce you to its refined cuisine

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…

Traditional and gourmet cuisine. Terrace next to the river, with landscape park. Specialties: frying, grenouilles and Charolais meat. Traditional and gourmet cuisine. Terrace next to the river, with landscape park. Specialties: frying, grenouilles and Charolais meat.

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

For a break in the Countryside, this eighteenth century House will seduce you. Located along the Loire à vélo trail, between Gien and Briare, you will enjoy the surrounding nature and many activities and visits around. L’Échappée Belle has three bright and spacious guest rooms. Each one offers a beautifull view of the canal or the pound, WI-FI, storage, welcome tray and TV if you wish). They all have their own style, you choose ! Located in the Loire Valley, the Guesthouse offers typical local food and drinks. Dining at l’Échappée Belle means enjoying freshly prepared meals with local produces and specialities. For breakfast, you will also enjoy local products (pear juice, cheese...) and home made specialities (jam, cake, brioche, french toast...).The Drinks Menu has local specialities and wines too. A lot of services: Games Room (Flipper, foosball, darts...), Bike Loan, Free Hot Drinks, WI-FI everywhere in the house, Gourmet visit organised with local producers: wine, cider, beer, saffron, honey, cheese..., Lunch bag on request.

In a very pleasant setting on the edge of a stretch of water, this quiet and partially shaded campsite offers 20 flat and spacious pitches (100m²) delimited by hedges and lawns. Ideal for family vacations with the proximity of the lake, games for children, bowling alley, and fishing all year round. Walks on the greenway, on the towpath of the lateral canal to the Loire at 300 m, grocery stores at 500 m and the amusement and animal park Le PAL at 15 km.

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

Free natural area, without reservation and free. Shaded in the countryside with panoramic view and orientation table. Free camping.

For a break in the Countryside, this eighteenth century House will seduce you. Located along the Loire à vélo trail, between Gien and Briare, you will enjoy the surrounding nature and many activities and visits around. L’Échappée Belle has three bright and spacious guest rooms. Each one offers a beautifull view of the canal or the pound, WI-FI, storage, welcome tray and TV if you wish). They all have their own style, you choose ! Located in the Loire Valley, the Guesthouse offers typical local food and drinks. Dining at l’Échappée Belle means enjoying freshly prepared meals with local produces and specialities. For breakfast, you will also enjoy local products (pear juice, cheese...) and home made specialities (jam, cake, brioche, french toast...).The Drinks Menu has local specialities and wines too. A lot of services: Games Room (Flipper, foosball, darts...), Bike Loan, Free Hot Drinks, WI-FI everywhere in the house, Gourmet visit organised with local producers: wine, cider, beer, saffron, honey, cheese..., Lunch bag on request.

Large character house situated in the centre of 40 wild ha, close to its owners's farm. Perfect to practise outside activities and share friendly family moments.

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

Free machine for draining and water.

Situated at 10 km from Lapalisse, this quiet, green and shady campsite is next to a lake (fishing possible). Nearby : swimming-pool, tennis, hiking paths.

Situated at 10 km from Lapalisse, this quiet, green and shady campsite is next to a lake (fishing possible). Nearby : swimming-pool, tennis, hiking paths.

Situated at 10 km from Lapalisse, this quiet, green and shady campsite is next to a lake (fishing possible). Nearby : swimming-pool, tennis, hiking paths. 3 chalets of which one for disabled people.