Explore the charming village of Annoix, Cher

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 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 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.

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.

This loop invits you to discover the majestic forest of Bagnolet to enjoy the bucolic setting in a natural preserved setting and to join to Aubigny the nice landscaped lake. This 7,21km long ride is recommended for children over the age of ten, occasional cyclists and cycling enthusiasts. Starting from Couzon, cross the village and take time to look at the majestic stone church. Then join the great forest of Bagnolet. Composed with oaks and beechs, this 1900 hectare forest massif is unic with its fauna and flora. Cross for several kilometers this exceptional green setting. Cross for several kilometers this exceptional green setting where you will find the legendary hermit's grave. Once the ermit lived in the forest. Ride to the neighbouring village of Aubigny and join its nice landscaped lake. There, take the time and admire the place : walks, fishing or little breaks in this beautiful bucolic setting.

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

Don't miss out on a great stay in Boussac-Bourg! Ideally located close to shops and services, Le Petit Journal is THE gîte for unforgettable tribal moments! You'll love the cosy, uncluttered ambience, as well as the leisure facilities: XXL Jacuzzi, indoor pool, billiards, table soccer? A wide choice of outdoor activities in the surrounding area (Moulin hiking trail, fishing at the Étang du Montet in Boussac-Bourg or the Petite Creuse river course in Bétête, Sidiailles water sports center less than 20 minutes away). All-inclusive stay: table linen provided, beds made up on arrival, bathroom linen included, bathrobes for swimming pool (excluding beach towels). Heating and end-of-stay cleaning included.

Treat yourself to a comfortable stay in a sumptuous setting combining charm and tradition! Self-contained gîte in an old mill, on the banks of a river, with private covered swimming pool: calm and privacy. 6 km from Boussac for all shops and services. The area is ideal for a wide range of tourist activities, from heritage visits to the Château de Boussac to excursions to remarkable sites such as the Pierres Jaumâtres. The gîte's convenient location means you'll have easy access to a good road network, making it easy to reach nearby destinations (Aubusson, Montluçon, La Châtre, etc.), unless you decide to ditch the car and relax on a sun lounger by the pool!

La Belle Verte in the Creuse region is first and foremost a cosy vacation home. In this small hamlet with the scent of hay, greenery and mushrooms, we look forward to welcoming you to our fully renovated and carefully decorated gîte. The serenity of the setting is disturbed only by the sound of birdsong. It's an ideal place for hiking, horse-riding or cycling, in shady undergrowth where you're likely to come across deer or other wild animals. For anglers, there's a pond 7 km away or a trout stream in La Petite Creuse. Golf course at Pouligny Notre Dame 18 holes, wellness area... Visit Boussac to discover this pretty town and its castle. Here in Tercillat, the Château du Puy and its performances of Perrault's fairy tales; all year round. The Abbaye de Prébenoit, a remarkable site which hosts a variety of shows throughout the summer. From the nearby village of La ...

Just a few kilometers from Pouligy Notre Dame and its golf course, which has a highly technical 6120 m course with 16 water hazards, wide fairways and greens. For fishing, La Petite-Creuse is just 7km away. On foot, you can go for a walk starting from the house. The owner, who loves flowers and plants, will be happy to advise you on what to see.

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.

4 km from the village of Malleret-Boussac and 5 km from Boussac (all shops and services), this totally independent house with its 500m² partially enclosed grounds is the ideal pied-à-terre for a 100% relaxing stay in Creuse. Barbecue and deckchairs for sunny days, wood-burning stove for cooler weather... The bedrooms are spacious and bright. When it comes to getting out and about, there are plenty of nature and heritage opportunities in the area: you're just 5 km from the Pierres Jaumâtres site and a few minutes' drive from the Château de Boussac.

Here, you're free to play, relax and unwind? And take a dip in the pool on sunny days! There's plenty of fun to be had in this beautiful 8-person home! The rooms are generous and soberly decorated in a country style that echoes the surrounding bucolic setting. You'll enjoy the peace and quiet and the magnificent scenery? After shopping in Boussac (12 km, 15 minutes) and a detour to Château de Boussac, you'll want to make the most of every moment in this little corner of the world!

Just a few kilometers from Pouligy Notre Dame and its golf course, which has a highly technical 6120 m course with 16 water hazards, wide fairways and greens. For fishing, La Petite-Creuse is just 7km away. On foot, you can go for a walk from the gîte, and the owner, who loves flowers and plants, will be happy to advise you on what to see.

Christine and Alain have renovated this small house to make it a tourist rental. They are always available and will give you a warm welcome. The gîte is only 20 minutes from Montluçon and Gouzon. L'Étang des Landes, in the commune of Lussat, 20km away, is a nature reserve with 950 animal species, including 240 birds, and 480 plant species that can be observed from the Maison de la Réserve or the observatories set up along the trails. Fishing is not forbidden at Etang des Landes, but is regulated, as are walking and cycling. A site worth discovering. Evaux les Bains, the only spa in the Limousin region, is also just 20 minutes away. Discover its heritage and its healing waters.

The bridge takes its distorted name from the Escabignat family, rich burghers who made a donation towards the development of the bridge. On either side, wooden houses can be seen, former tanneries with drying areas extending over the river Indre. The proximity of water made it possible to soak the hides which, after numerous stages, were put in attics to dry. The ise of the leather indsutry in the region developed significantly, and in 1811, there were 18 tanneries in La Châtre, the greatest concentration of this trade in the region. They closed, along with numerous mills along the river, one after another at the end of the 19th century.

Long ago, the Grand'Font was delicated to Our Lady but popular belief later shifted to the worship of Sainte-Radegonde (521-587). Documented in the archives as early as the 15th century, this miraculous source initially spouted directly from the rock before being rebuilt on its present site during the Second Empire. Pregnant women used to have candles lit here for a successful delivery.

Here stood the castle built in c.1424, residence of the Chauvigny family, seigneurs of La Châtre. There only remains the keep which is 20 metres high and whose walls, cut with arrow-slits, are 2 metres thick. The tower was used as a prison from 1734 until 1937, when the building was acquired by Jean Despruneaux to house his collection of souvenirs of George Sand and her friends. In 1939, the ornithological collection of the municipal museum was moved here, and in 1954, for the 150th anniversary of her birth, it was renamed the George Sand and Black Valley Museum. In 1966 it was donated to the town of La Châtre by Jean Despruneaux.

George Sand found refuge in this house during the separation from her husband Baron Casimir Dudevant in 1836. On 25th May, she wrote to her friend Marie d’Agoult: “a garden full of roses, four fathoms square, and a spacious terrace large enough to take ten steps, serve me as drawing room, as study… I am writing a new chapter for Léila”.

This picturesque quarter is the oldest working district in the town. It takes its name from the little wall on which children used to play. It was here in 1943 that the three underground resistance movements - "Combat", "Libération" and "Franc-Tireur" amalgamated under the initials M.U.R (United Movements of Resistance) and worked secretly in the shadows until the intervention of the Gestapo in 1944. The independent district of the P'tit Mur was created in 1978 by a group of friends, and a climbing vine of freedom has been maintained ever since.

Henri de Latouche, journalist, legal reporter, poet, author and founder of the newspaper "Le Figaro", lived in this house. A man of letters, he championed a number of authors such as André Chénier, Honoré de Balzac and George Sand. He died in 1851 and a stele, made of granite from Crevant, pays tribute to him in the gardens of the Town Hall. Between 1857 et 1872 this property became the "sous-préfecture" of La Châtre and today it houses the presbytery.

This medieval bridge with two arches is a listed building located on the site of a former Roman Road. Its etymology and orthography remain obscure: Pontaulais, Pont au legs, Pont aux laies. Legend has it that some wild sows (laies) attempted to enter the town by this bridge during a year of drought.

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The Maison Victorine offers a journey through time to discover Aubigny. Annuals exhibitions present souvenirs and objects collected by the population. Open from April to September.

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".

Pizzas and drinks to be taken.

Home-made recipes to eat in or take away

Located on the main square of Boussac, near the castle, Le Grand Café des Sports welcomes you in an atmosphere of simplicity and conviviality, with its typically Bistrot decor. The chef cooks fresh, seasonal produce, and offers every day in addition to the dish a butcher's room (the meat is Limousine!). Various events throughout the year: themed evenings, concerts, broadcasting of sporting events ... From Easter to Toussaint: open every day except Mondays with lunch and dinner (reservation recommended). On average and low season: open from Tuesday to Saturday. Weekly closing: Sunday noon and Monday.

Hot dogs with nachos

Burger truck - Local products - Homemade breads

Restaurant Kebab on-site or take-away, raw vegetables, nuggets, potatoes, box cheese, sandwiches steak, etc .....

Our 3 star hotel is an old coaching inn, located in the heart of Boussac. It is a perfect combination of historical charm and modern comfort. Ideal for business trips and family holidays. We have 9 rooms, each with its own bathroom, bathtub, shower, TV. Babies' cots available (please book). Our traditional French restaurant has a shady terrace and a seminar room. Our chef's fine cuisine is seasonal.

Restaurant located in the heart of Boussac, overlooking the square, terrace and veranda. Family cuisine with local products. Low season: Daily menu every day from Monday to Friday. High season: open from Monday to Saturday for lunch and dinner (a la carte evening). Groups on reservation.

THOMAS Deniau, the new innkeeper, is delighted to welcome you! Menus change weekly and can be found at the Auberge or on our website. Located on the borders of the Creuse and southern Boischaut regions, this restaurant is housed in the former outbuildings of the château, giving it an undeniable rustic charm. In keeping with the setting, you can enjoy traditional, home-cooked terroir cuisine, using a maximum of local and regional produce. You'll also be able to take home a souvenir of the region, thanks to a small store selling local products from the restaurant's main suppliers. Theme evenings once a month in winter. Concerts every Friday evening in July and August.

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.

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.

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

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

Detached house, near farm, with swimming pool. Ground floor : large room with american kitchen (dishwasher, microwave), sitting room (TV, DVD player), 1 bedroom (2 beds 35"), shower room and toilets. Laundry room (washing machine, trumble dryer). 1st floor : 4 bedrooms (3 beds 55", 2 beds 35"), shower room and toilets. Central heating. Wifi.

This quiet campsite is located on a wooded 22 ha property, with pond, a park, GR trails and walks, large pitches. Poinsouze château offers a range of entertainment and leisure activities as a heated swimming-pool and a water-slide on-site activities during high season for children ages 4 to 12.

Come and recharge your batteries in the heart of our countryside and find space in our family home with Creuse charm. We invite you to discover our property of four hectares populated by diverse and varied animals living in perfect harmony. Ideal for families with children, 3 double bedrooms (160 x 200 mattress with high quality mattresses and box spring for storage) overlooking the park and 1 bedroom with 2 90 X 200 beds. You will share 1 bathroom with 2 basins, 1 bathtub, 1 herbal tea room, 1 vestibule for storing suitcases and clothes, 1 separate WC. An independent entrance gives access to the first floor by a staircase leading directly to a mezzanine. You discover a TV lounge where you will enjoy the channel "plus channel", a functional pinball machine from the 70s occupies a corner of the room. An electric circuit and 1 set of electronic darts as well as numerous board games for

Don't miss out on a great stay in Boussac-Bourg! Ideally located close to shops and services, Le Petit Journal is THE gîte for unforgettable tribal moments! You'll love the cosy, uncluttered ambience, as well as the leisure facilities: XXL Jacuzzi, indoor pool, billiards, table soccer? A wide choice of outdoor activities in the surrounding area (Moulin hiking trail, fishing at the Étang du Montet in Boussac-Bourg or the Petite Creuse river course in Bétête, Sidiailles water sports center less than 20 minutes away). All-inclusive stay: table linen provided, beds made up on arrival, bathroom linen included, bathrobes for swimming pool (excluding beach towels). Heating and end-of-stay cleaning included.

Treat yourself to a comfortable stay in a sumptuous setting combining charm and tradition! Self-contained gîte in an old mill, on the banks of a river, with private covered swimming pool: calm and privacy. 6 km from Boussac for all shops and services. The area is ideal for a wide range of tourist activities, from heritage visits to the Château de Boussac to excursions to remarkable sites such as the Pierres Jaumâtres. The gîte's convenient location means you'll have easy access to a good road network, making it easy to reach nearby destinations (Aubusson, Montluçon, La Châtre, etc.), unless you decide to ditch the car and relax on a sun lounger by the pool!

Detached house close to amenities, divided in 2 appartments. Entrace hall with storage, kitchen, dining room with corner lounge (TV). 1 bedroom (2 people), bathroom and independant toilet. Double glazing - Electric heating, Garage - Enclosed garden. Animals accepted with conditions (100 € deposit) - No smoking.