Experience the allure of Ignol, 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.

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 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 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 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.

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.

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

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

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.

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!

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.

Belle Vue is ideally located 3km from Boussac, with all shops and services. Summer swimming pool in Soumans (9km) open in July and August. Special trout stream in 2nd category at BETETE (12Km) - Trout can be caught here from the 2nd Saturday in March to the 3rd Sunday in September inclusive. For heritage lovers, a visit to the Château is a must. Hiking from the gîte.

Cycling / This holiday village is equipped with a bike wash station, repair workshop, bike garages ... Possible accommodation. 13 mountain bike tours can be downloaded from www.veloenfrance.fr Departure of 4 orienteering race on site.

Cycling / This holiday village is equipped with a bike wash station, repair workshop, bike garages ... Possible accommodation. 13 mountain bike tours can be downloaded from www.veloenfrance.fr Departure of 4 orienteering race on site.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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 !

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.

This castle dates back to the late 15th century. Its architecture is typical of maisons fortes built between the Berry and the Bourbonnais in the late Middle Ages. Surrounded by farm outbuildings, it is representative of the a little Bourbonnais fief at the time. The Association Fontariol Evolution organises during the summer since 2019 a cultural season with outdoors shows (concerts, theatre plays…).

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

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

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

Burger made with local produce. Odd weeks.

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.

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.

Hot dogs with nachos

Burger truck - Local products - Homemade breads

4 rooms located in the medieval part of the castle, surrounded by water moats. Park, woods, fishing in the moats 11 people - 4 bedrooms located in the medieval part of the castle including a suite for 3 people. Castle of the thirteenth and fifteenth centuries surrounded by water moats. Park, woods, fishing in the moats

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.

campsite that accepts motorhomes. campsite that accepts motorhomes.10 pitches

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.

Splendid renovated bourgeois residence, the Creuzette is located in a beautiful landscaped city garden with trees, for some centenarians. In this peaceful place, 5 double rooms beautifully decorated (double bed or twin beds) will offer you "luxury, calm and pleasure". Each room can accommodate 2 people, 160 € per room per night (2 pers). Breakfast included. Hearty breakfast with fresh fruit, pastries, cold meats .... Dinner possible by reservation for a minimum of 4 people. 3-course meal with wine included from 50 € per person.

Across from the Château in a delightful little village, Kate welcomes you to a beautiful tranquil home furnished to the hights standard everything is done in goodtaste and the ambiance is warm and friendly; There is an enclosed garden with beautiful trees and a large terrace where you can enjoy your breakfast with a wonderful view of the Château! "Master Suite" - first floor with bathroom and a beautiful view to the catle: €180/night "Garden room" - ground floor with a bathroom and a little private garden : €160/night "Terrace room" - ground floor with a separated shower room : €120/night Breakfast with products of the region, homemade jam.... Open from 20th of March to the 20th of october 2016 +++: The situation of "Château Vue Boussac " is it's proximity to all the local amenities of Boussac; You will receive a warm reception and Kate will be available for any help you might need! English, African & French Speaking

Belle Vue is ideally located 3km from Boussac, with all shops and services. Summer swimming pool in Soumans (9km) open in July and August. Special trout stream in 2nd category at BETETE (12Km) - Trout can be caught here from the 2nd Saturday in March to the 3rd Sunday in September inclusive. For heritage lovers, a visit to the Château is a must. Hiking from the gîte.

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.

This naturist holiday centre lies in the heart of an unspoilt region, on a 19 ha property. Many leisure activities are available on the spot : 2 swimming-pools (one is indoor and heated), a sauna, one pond for fishing, a children's pool...

Rest area located in the camping site. - Chemical Disposal Point, with or without rinsing system - dump station - tap (to push) to wash the Cassette Toilet, indications written on it. - tap (to push) with fresh drinking water with the indication "eau potable" written on it. - litter container