Discover the natural beauty of Chateauneuf-val-de-bargis

Created over twenty years ago for mountain bike enthusiasts, the Grande Traversée du Massif Central à VTT is a mythical route, a collector's item like few others in France.

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.

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 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 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.

A partly shaded walk across cultivated land. Aubigny-sur-Nère, Small City of Character and "Ville Fleurie" (flowers distinction in a city), is a Scottish city in France. It maintains its close links with Scotland during the Franco-Scottish Festivals which take place each year around July 14. For a weekend, kilts bagpipes and pipe bands invade the City of the Stuarts to celebrate the Auld Alliance.

This walk enables you to cross Eastern Sologne, a region where you can often encounter wild animals. Aubigny-sur-Nère, Small City of Character and "Ville Fleurie" (flowers distinction in a city), is a Scottish city in France. It maintains its close links with Scotland during the Franco-Scottish Festivals which take place each year around July 14. For a weekend, kilts bagpipes and pipe bands invade the City of the Stuarts to celebrate the Auld Alliance.

Aubigny-sur-Nère, Small City of Character and "Ville Fleurie" (flowers distinction in a city), is a Scottish city in France. It maintains its close links with Scotland during the Franco-Scottish Festivals which take place each year around July 14. For a weekend, kilts bagpipes and pipe bands invade the City of the Stuarts to celebrate the Auld Alliance.

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.

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.

In the heart of Bourbonnais in the town of Meillard the Domain of Bellevue shelter its 22 hectare vineyard Traditional and family know-how wine with a range of wines and special vintages, white, red, rosé, sparkling wines

The covered market replaces the one that disappeared in the fire of 1282 at the end of the 15th century. It was modified in the 17th century to stabilize it. A span was removed to build a hard limestone gable. The weekly market is always there. As well as the traditional fat poultry fair (it has existed for more than 90 years) which takes place on the second Saturday of December each year.

Saint-Martin Church is located in the heart of the village of Egreville. It is built on the foundations and some walls of an earlier chapel that disappeared in a large fire in the 13th century. It was damaged during the hundred-year war and rebuilt in the 15th century. The belfry that served as a watchtower is attached to the church in the sixteenth century and becomes its main entrance. The arrow is added in the seventeenth.

Selling and tasting; white, red rosé or sparkling wines. White, red rosé or sparkling wines. To be remembered: Tentation vintage (red wine), Réserve de la Chabanne, vintage 2012 gold medal of the agricultural competition in Paris in 2014.

The Souppes-sur-Loing Leisure Center enjoys an exceptional natural setting for holidays in peace. It has been labeled "Blue Flag" since 2003 and benefits from "excellent" water quality.

Friendly place to go water-skiing. All levels. New in 2022 : aquapark with pedal boat rental and paddle The Natural Wake Park is a friendly place to go water-skiing and have fun with friends, eat or have a drink under the beach hut or simply enjoy the spectacle during a walk on the Allier riversides. The activities are available for everyone (on condition that you know swimming and you feel good in water) and are accommodated to your expectations and your levels from first time, initiation for very small children in "knee-board" (very stable board for knees), to the skiing and wakeboard improvement. Possibility of free practice and to rent equipment. A qualified and experienced team teaches you the pleasure of the board sports towed by a ski tow. Pleasures and sensation are guaranteed!

Friendly place to go water-skiing. All levels. New in 2022 : aquapark with pedal boat rental and paddle The Natural Wake Park is a friendly place to go water-skiing and have fun with friends, eat or have a drink under the beach hut or simply enjoy the spectacle during a walk on the Allier riversides. The activities are available for everyone (on condition that you know swimming and you feel good in water) and are accommodated to your expectations and your levels from first time, initiation for very small children in "knee-board" (very stable board for knees), to the skiing and wakeboard improvement. Possibility of free practice and to rent equipment. A qualified and experienced team teaches you the pleasure of the board sports towed by a ski tow. Pleasures and sensation are guaranteed!

White and red wines. Introductory courses in oenology. Guided tour to be paid, in the vineyard and the chai in groups. White and red wine. Introductory courses in oenology

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.

Discover the Centre d'Interprétation de l'Auld Alliance situated at the ground floor of the Stuarts' Castle. Learn and improve your knowledges on the history that links Aubigny to Scotland thanks to this playful and interactive visit.

Béraud and Robert Stuart, formerly Lords of Aubigny, contemporaries of Leonardo da Vinci, built the Aubigny castle in the XVIth century. Visit without delay the Interpretation Center of the Auld Alliance which is located in the enclosure of the castle to learn more about this incredible story that links Aubigny-sur-Nère to Scotland !

One of the most beautiful and one of the oldest house of Aubigny-sur-Nère, built in 1519 after a big fire (1512). Nowedays, it welcomes the art gallery François 1er where you will appreciate multiple exhibitions.

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.

This church is attested from the IXth century, it is dedicated to Saint-Martin (bishop of Tours in the IVth century). During the Hundred Years War, the church was burnt down by the English twice (in 1356 then in 1412). The side chapels and the choir were built by Robert Stuart, following the fire of 1512. A keystone bears his coat of arms and could be dated to the years 1517-1527.

An orphan shepherdess who became a seamstress before reaching literary glory (Marie-Claire, Prix ​​Fémina 1910): Marguerite Audoux (1863-1937) had an astonishing destiny, that her museum traces over 240 square meters, with a completely new scenography.

Sainte-Montaine, healer of all ailments and abbess in the region, gave her name to the village and its church. The legend speaks of a beautiful miraculous fountain on the edge of the village which would make all child-seeking couples fertile. The church is closed to the public.

A legend says that one day a young maid came back from the fountain and did not see the brambles at her feet, stumbled and broke her pitcher. Yet it was necessary to return to the house where reigned a bad boss. Angry, this one reproached the servant for her clumsiness and, to mock her, sent her back to fetch water with a wicker basket. The girl obeyed, her tears fell into the fountain... But in all confidence, imploring the Saint, she plunged into water her wicker basket, and MIRACLE ! The basket retained water like the most waterproof bucket and on the path, the brambles were gone forever... You won't find a single one today. So the water from the fountain is said to be miraculous ! Montaine has since become the patron saint of Sologne.

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.

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.

A stone's throw from Ervy-le-Châtel, the Auberge de la Prairie nestles in an adorable little village with preserved architecture. To have a good time, in a warm and family atmosphere, Michel and Sabine offer you a generous “Alsatian grandmother” style cuisine and all without fuss. You will be served local Aubois and Alsatian products and wines in harmony. On sunny days, you can discover the flower-decked terrace. We would stay there... Capacity for 32 people + 28 people on the terrace Open every lunchtime except Monday. Closed every evening.

All their pizzas and burgers are mainly made from local and regional products. Burgers from the bakery in Ervy-le-Châtel / Cheeses "Les fromages de Thomas" in Flogny-le-Chapelle / "Les Frères Huguier" cold cuts in Troyes / Snails "Les escargots du Pays d'Othe" in Vosnon / Minced meat de boeuf B1 Traditional Butcher in Ervy-le-Châtel. Open noon: Tuesday to Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Sunday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Open evening: Tuesday to Thursday + Sunday from 5.30 p.m. to 8.45 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 5.30 p.m. to 9 p.m. Closed on Mondays and the last weekend of each month.

Bar Restaurant open every day except Wednesday afternoon and Sunday afternoon. Traditional, Italian and Indian cuisine. Possibility of organizing Italian, Indian or French themed evenings for groups with decor. Capacity of 50 covers, 40 covers on the terrace. PMU - LOTO - FDJ

Fast food, snacks, chip shop, pizzas. Open from Tuesday lunchtime to Saturday evening from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Sarah and Ali welcome you to their brand new, tastefully renovated restaurant and offer a variety of homemade pizzas**, hamburgers, grills and pasta, all made with fresh produce (yes, even the pasta is homemade!).

In the heart of a village with character, take off on an unprecedented culinary journey. Fresh and local products accompanied by many years of experience with a promise, that of homemade and the exaltation of the senses.

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Restaurant located in the heart of the Pays d'Armance: traditional French cuisine, pancakes and crepes in the Breton tradition. Open from Tuesday lunchtime to Sunday lunchtime from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. and from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Le Puisotin is a restaurant located in the forest of Othe. Its traditional cuisine and its warm team await you there to spend a convivial moment. Discover our cuisine with a choice of exceptional products. Exhibitions by local artists are organized throughout the year, go to the Facebook page for the program. In summer season (July August), open every day even on Sunday evening. The rest of the year closed on Sunday evening, Monday all day, and Thursday noon.

Les Fourneaux d'Ysabel, a local company in Eaux-Puiseaux, awakens your taste buds with its homemade dishes! Traditional and world cuisine will be concocted for you from local and seasonal products. Offer of two dishes per week (meat and fish) from Friday evening to Monday. Burger to take away every day, on order. Les Fourneaux d'Ysabel are also at your disposal to simmer tailor-made dishes, buffets and aperitifs during events and ceremonies (families, companies, associations, town halls, local authorities, etc.) Delivery possible from €15, 10km around Eaux-Puiseaux. Beyond that, provide additional costs. Menu on the Facebook page, by email or by phone.

In the green quiet of Val d'Armance, Ireland welcomes you in a beautiful cottage offering as many services as sympathy. Completely renovated in noble materials to meet and respond to all your expectations, their cottage offers two rooms with shower and toilet, a spacious room with TV. Two suites with comfortable living room, walk-in shower or bath. The rooms offer a beautiful view of the gardens with terraces. All rooms have wi-fi. Ability to add beds 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.

Detached house on one level.In a country village, the gateway to the Burgundy and Chablis, where forests and grasslands are queens, the cottage is located in a quiet, green and flowery.

Ground level detached house situated in the heart of a countryside village at the doors of the Bourgogne and the Chablis region where forests and meadows are the key words, and in peaceful and verdant environment at 5km form Ervy le Châtel and 40km from Troyes and Auxerre.This gîte comprises a kitchen/dining room, a shower room, a toilet, a bedroom with two single beds, two bedrooms with a double bed each. There is a fenced and tree studded garden, a large terrace and a sand pit. Gas heating. There is a supplementary charge for the gas, the electricity and the wood.

20 minutes from Chablis in Dawn and the gateway to Burgundy and Champagne, your stay will be placed under the sign of peace and friendliness.

Reception of full-board residential courses open all year round. Other receptions open from April to October inclusive. We no longer accept animals.

Opening 03/04/2020 > 18/10/2020 Treat yourself to a break in the countryside between Morvan forest and the most beautiful vineyards in Burgundy at the fully-renovated Huttopia Etang de Fouché campsite! Open-air sports, gastronomy, activities throughout the summer, or relaxing by the pool… take your pick!

Domaine Saint Roch is a character cottage. It has 2 bedrooms to accommodate a family of 5 in pleasant and warm spaces. You can go for walks in the forest or in the fields to discover the Champagne landscape or stay calm by the swimming pool and enjoy the games on site (swing, table tennis, table football, trampoline). The region offers many possibilities to satisfy you: wine and champagne tasting, museums, restaurants and outdoor activities.

Bed and Breakfast in a converted site in an old farmhouse completely renovated with swimming pool. Between Chaource and Tonnerre, 40km from Troyes, comprising 2 independent bedrooms with private bathroom and wc. A bedroom with a double bed and a single bed and a bedroom with a double bed. Possibility of activities such as walks in the forest on foot or mountain bike, visit of cellars and children's games on site.