Things to see and do Cher

Some beautiful streets and beautiful buildings help to remember the rich past of the city. In the Grande-Rue, there are a number of wood-paneled houses with, sometimes, staircases and wooden galleries. Located in a shopping district, these houses had all the shops on the street and some preserved their nineteenth-century wooden storyfronts. See also Saint Vincent Street, bordered by the seventeenth century bourgeois houses and the astonishing gurgling gurgling from the angle of the wall to No. 18. Close to a pretty little square planted with trees, we discover the church Saint-Etienne, a former collegial church built in the twelfth and thirteenth centuries, and renovated in the xve.

Located just a stone's throw from the cathedral, the tourist office offers a personalized and warm welcome. The team provides information on the city's points of interest, guided tours, accommodations, events and festivals… As a good mediator, the office provides an ipad to navigate the various tourist areas of the city and also the department. Discover the interactive map of the city's main attractions. The tourist office works in collaboration with the City's Heritage Department and offers guided tours. Take a break to discover the permanent exhibition called «Bourges, the memory of a city»! In Bourges, everything is done to make visitors (and inhabitants) discover the local history of yesterday and today through numerous events, including the Enlightenment Nights.

Restored and built in a museum, the Hotel des Echevins houses the works of Maurice Estève (1904-2001). This painter from Culan donated to the city of Bourges a remarkable set of pieces representative of the evolution of his work. The artist's research and questioning, as well as his confrontation and participation in the artistic movements of the twentieth century, can be traced in chronological order. Little by little, abstraction replaces the figurative, its vision of the world thickens, light and balance impregnate its compositions. Estève began painting at the earliest age and only stopped in 1998. An amateur of great masters like Fouqet, Cézanne, Poussin or Uccello, he drew inspiration from his inspiration to feed his work throughout his life. The beautiful course of the museum is enhanced by the exceptional surroundings of the three floors of the Hotel des Echevins.

This large paved artery is the Bourges shopping temple since the Belle Epoque. In the th century, urban planning works on the Middle Street and its surroundings to make it a long axis leading to Séraucourt Square. The tram is then the preferred means of transport. Looking back, you can admire art nouveau buildings built after the fire that devastated Average street in 1928. The facades and roofs of the New Galleries, where Fnac and H & M are located, and the Aubrun store are part of it, as is the old Ladies de France store (Planchat Square). All three are listed in the Additional Inventory of Historical Monuments.

Although visiting the interior of the castle is impossible for the public, discovering the exterior is already a delight, even though, from "twelve or fourteen beautiful and sumptuous towers" which were still crowning it in the fifteenth century, many of them were destroyed in the centuries destroyed. At the end of the nineteenth century, Eugène Schneider acquired the beautiful ensemble and constantly restored it, investing both its time and its means to make it one of the most striking in the region. Overlooking the village, it gives its nobility to one of the "most beautiful villages of France", a rare jewel, which is the picturesque medieval village of Apremont-sur-Allier.

A few kilometres from Lignières, the Passing Fancies is a large property of the fifteenth century, beautifully restored. Le Pôle, owned by the General Council of Expensive, gathers one of equipment (horse race) and riding (quarries, course cross...) most of France. With more than 50 days of events annually, 7 of which meetings of races and national and international events of horse and carriage, jumps of obstacles, horse- ball and the competitions, attracting an increasing number of passionate horse and donkey but also a family public nature lovers and relaxation (rental, donkey rides cart, hiking...). It has a station of the national stud farms and the breed of Large Black donkey of Berry whose original is in Lignières. Each pentecost Monday, the fair with donkeys of Lignières attracts in the village of thousands of passionate donkeys of France. Le Pôle du Cheval and l'âne opened in June 2010 an unusual holiday village, which has a capacity of 200 beds in sedentary caravans. In July and August, walks in horse and carriage and hikes with your donkey daily on reservation.

A stage of the Jacques Coeur Road, the Museum des Métiers is established within the Silver Castle built in the xiiith century and has an elegant park where the promenade rhymes with pleasure, it is a beautiful domed nature drawn by the botanist and encyclopedist Duhamel of Montceau. Located just on its side, the Saint-André church, classified as a historic monument in 1944, built in the xiiith century and restored in 1892 by Octave Guérin, is pleasantly placed at the Trade Museum. Completely atypical, it proposes on three levels spaces recreating workshops of craftsmen of iron, fire and wood such as charron, cordier, blacksmith, dinandier, sabotage, sweetheart, joiner, carpenter, brass, brass, joiner, carpenters… fleurir the various traditions of architecture in France have disappeared well. This stated, a big thank you to the municipality that managed to preserve this construction coquette and its park, acquiring it in 1957, thus, by ricochet, embraced the motto of the Museum: Anyone who forgets his past is condemned to do so again. It would be wrong to forget to mention the magnificent collection of butterflies and birds in a room dedicated to Father Théophile Moreux (1867-1954), famous priest astronomer argentais.

The Hotel des Échevins was built in 1489, on a space "released" by the great fire of 1487. He draws on the Gallo-Roman wall of Bourges. It is an essential monument to the city. At night during Night Nights it offers a magical setting to the projections on its stone walls. A rectangular rectangular body includes on the ground floor the large hall equipped with a monumental fireplace and the board of the jury vaulted stone and the fire test. The Hotel des Échevins was the headquarters of the municipality for three centuries. Its interior is just as interesting as its walls. Many sculpted decorations celebrate Berry's sheep, whose wool was so important to the city's wealth and influence. This Gothic style building was influenced by the decoration of the Jacques Coeur Palace: arches in accolade, pinacles, frayed cabbage. The false windows of sculpted characters adorning the octagonal tower will be delighted: These are sergeants of town that go to the pass. Admiring them will entertain children. In 1624, a new gallery body inspired by the Renaissance architecture treaties was added to the existing building. The Hotel des Échevins has been completely restored. It was built in a museum and now offers visitors to discover the works of the painter Maurice Estève, from Culan.

The water tower was built in 1865 to collect the waters of the Auron, supervised by engineer Bourdaloue. A competition was organized to select the architect of the imposing fountain located in: it is Albert Tissandier's project - bricks and stones, and paying tribute to the classical architecture of the early eighteenth century - which was chosen. As for the sculpted decoration, it is the work of the Berrichon archeologist and sculptor Jules Dumoutet. Unaffected since 1940, inscribed in the additional inventory of Historic Monuments in 1975, the eau d 'eau was completely redesigned by the City of Bourges in 1999, which made it a place dedicated to the diffusion of plastic arts. The ground floor of 220 m ², with its two concentric spreads separated by 16 columns and surrounded by 14 alveoli, allows a unique presentation of the works, whether painted, carved, engraved, drawn, projected or hammered. A place of discovery, exchanges and meetings, the water tower hosts carefully selected exhibitions. A successful conversion.

The organ of the cathedral has changed many times over the centuries: Reference was made to the first organ in the early 1986 th century and the most recent was inaugurated in by Bishop Plateau. Burned in 1599, it was rebuilt and saved narrowly during the Revolution. With its 50 games, 4 keyboards and its German pedals, it allows you to play the organistique repertoire in full since the th century. The buffet retains the original elements of this time. The th century gives her a beam with the musicians and the th century his gallery. Completely restored, the organ always sounds under the vaults of the cathedral. Many concerts and activities take place during the year. The Festival of the Very Rich Hours of the Berry Organ showcases this great organ by inviting prestigious concertistes to play solo, chamber music, or with an orchestra.

It is a massive church of the xiiith century, located in the heart of the Auron district, the only parish church of Bourges to have been built in Gothic style like the cathedral Saint-Étienne, which it is contemporary. And like St. Stephen's Cathedral, she doesn't have transept, but an ambulatory with radiant chapels. Dedicated in 1230 by the Archbishop of Bourges, his construction would follow a miracle. Saint Antoine de Padua was passing in Bourges (around 1225), and the mule of a Jew, named Guillard, turned away from his oats to kneel in front of the holy man. The owner of the mule then converted to the field and devoted all his money to the construction of the church.

To discover, a few stained glass windows, xve and xvith century frescoes, still partially visible. Jacques Cujas, professor of law at the University of Bourges, was buried in 1590 in one of the north chapels of the church, a monument that deserves to be visited, especially in addition to a visit to the cathedral.

Built just after the great fire of 1487, the Lallemant Hotel occupies several plots of land and spans the Gallo-Roman bastion that plunges the high city. It is the first Bourges building where the Renaissance style appears, still mixed with Gothic elements, hence its great architectural interest. This particular house was built for the family of Lallemant, rich ennobled traders, who have exercised important municipal loads, and have also been interested in alchemy in a less formal way: not to miss the hotel's oratory, whose ceiling to the 30 crafted casing may well represent the quest for philosopher's stone. The Hotel Lallemant, now owned by the city of Bourges, has been set up in the museum of Decorative Arts. The visit is free, an explanatory workbook is provided at the reception.

This is a long pedestrian street. There are many wooden houses but many are still to be renovated. The shops that border it are often independent and give it an unsubtyped character: shoe dealer, butcher, florist, house of tea and coffee, toy shop… Unfortunately, many of these family shops are closing their doors to allow them to place their place in caractère (banks, malls, real estate agencies…). The upper part, formerly named rue du Argent-d'Argent, has long lost its hostels, you-farriers, bourreliers, charron and horse dealers. Traffic was rare and slow. The calm and calm of the former Grand Rue d'Auron makes it pleasant to travel without a specific purpose.

The archbishops of Bourges are located on the south side of the cathedral from the th century. In the th century Bishop Phélypeaux de La Vrillière decided to make it a great palace. From the ambitious project led by the architect Pierre Bullet, only the south wing and the garden are made. To see this imposing building, the pavilion of La Vrillière, one can only imagine the prosperity of the archdiocese at that time. Inside, the rotating staircase hanging on the arch is adorned with statues and bas-reliefs representing the four evangelists. Following the separation of the Church and the State, this palace was ceded free of charge to the city of Bourges in 1909, which installed its municipal services and the library the following year. Since the construction of the new town hall (adjacent) in 1992, the old archiepiscopal palace still houses some municipal services, the Municipal Council Hall, the hall of honour, the weddings hall and the Best Workers'Museum in France.

One of the great pride of Bruère-Allichamps is undoubtedly to be the geographical center of France since 1797. A witness to this exceptional geographical situation, a large stone monument overfitted with the tricolor flag is set in the crossroads of the commune. It was the Duke of Béthune-Charost who had him installed in 1799. The exact situation in central France is, of course, the subject of scientific quarrels. Some believe that Bruère-Allichamps has not usurped its title, others are looking for Saulzais-le-Potier, about twenty kilometers south. Some ensure that the center of France is located in Saint-Amand Montrond, rue des Sighirs very exactly. The good news is that it is possible to visit these three places in half a day, since Saint-Amand is between Bruère and Saulzais. Not sure it helps to get an idea, but at least we'll be sure you've been in the center of France!

One of the most remarkable Benedictine monuments in the region, thanks to the quality of the sculpted decor of its sanctuary - monsters that clash with or bite the tail, birds with long shoulders, monstrous faces with the pointues ears… see also the tomb of Saint Sylvain - th century.

It has been in existence for a long time, as evidenced by a map of the late 1963 th century and was in service until. Today, you can stroll around the banks and watch the beautiful paddle wheel in a bucolic landscape.

This small Romanesque church of the th century, with circular apse, is breakthrough with three windows.

The nave is arched, wooden, with apparent entraits and four high glazed windows. Lighting the building every night.

It is located on an old track that linked Bourges to Nevers. A long time ago he was considered a Gallo-Roman bridge, but recently Jean Mesqui (Engineer and Pavement Engineer) said: «The local archives tell us that such small books, prey of inclement weather and floods, were constantly reconstructed… A refurbishment of the Congy Bridge took place in 1608.» At that time, the administration of the Bridges and Pavements, at the head of which Sully found himself (the strong man of the region), had demolished the old parapets of the bridge and substituted the stone stones; The contractor was a certain Nicolas Gauthier, and the case cost 630 pounds. '. It is not better to say and even though today this bridge jamming Vauvise leads nowhere, it does not prevent it from recently restored…

Philippe Sautereau offers his agricultural activity for walks in carriage. These walks can be done in a 5 km circle or around the farm or in any other place. Its various teams can animate a party or local event like a Christmas market. But it is of course for weddings that his benefit is most appreciated to drive the bride to the church and precede the procession.

The Bourges green ring road is a 5.4 km itinerary around Lac d'Auron, offering visitors the chance to stroll in a natural setting. The greenway also connects various parts of the town, encouraging the use of soft means of transport. Secondary links complete the network. Wherever possible, the green ring road passes through natural areas, offering a pleasant and relaxing walking experience.

The lime and its manufacturing secrets are quite unknown. The Chabrolles heritage site is an opportunity to fill these gaps. Visitors will be able to discover during a visit all the steps necessary for the manufacture of lime, these steps having been made on the site until 1934. How are we going from limestone to lime? The answer will be given during the visit.

This is an ecological and sensory journey of discovery. Explain: adapted to wheelchairs, to the mentally handicapped, to the blind and to the hearing impaired, the Salamandre Trail evolves into a forest environment and takes you to a vast pond. It is punctuated by information workshops and discovery of the forest environment, allowing you to become more familiar with the different tree species that inhabit this space. Tables and benches have been arranged and there you can extend this sports and natural moment by a snack, well balanced!

Tariff: free.

Distance: 2,3 km.

Difficulty: very easy.

In the saddle! This time we will take you around the ponds of Aubigny-sur-Nère. Climb your car to the sports park of the commune and follow the markup: It will take you first to the two water plans, then you will go through the RD 7. You will then longerez the Nère over a few kilometres, before crossing it shortly after the mill du Bois. Your journey leads you to the hamlet of the Forts. Always follow the indications: You will soon come to the RD 940 and see the Velluets. Finally take the direction of the Maltournée, the last step before you return to the port.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 1 p. m.

Difficulty: .

You may know Nancay for his sandenews (gourmets!) or for his radiotelescope, the fourth in the world. But did you know that this vast commune of Sologne was also a paradise for hiking? If you still doubt it, we invite you to put yourself in legs with this short walk. Easily accessible, it is particularly recommended for families. It also has the advantage of combining nature and culture: you will discover the castle of the village. Built in the xiith century, it was rebuilt between the xve and sixteenth centuries and restored again in 1855. Today, many architectural elements are included in the supplementary inventory of Historic Monuments.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 2 km.

Duration: 1 h.

Difficulty: easy.

The question is: Randoland playback and educational cards are available for download for this walk; find out about www.randoland.fr.

The fact is that in the Faît des Marnes, the second highest point in the region, after the Humbligny Motte, this hill culminating at 360 meters high is full of marne stone. Sedimentary rock (and the region is populated) composed of calcite and clay, it bears witness to the long process of erosion phenomena. Its proper geological name is better understood now. On February 6, 1945, this promontory of choice allowed a forced landing to an American plane returning from an attack on Berlin, to the surprise of the villagers who received the crew with festooning. Today, a small path of access allows you to discover a breathtaking view of the region where an orientation table gives the various directions, while the isolated tree of fine invoice, he remembers…

This canal, called "canal without tail or head", deserves to be taken from all its long by bicycle or on the water since it inherited this nickname because it is the only canal in France that is not connected to another waterway! This poses, if you ever feel frustrated, consoling with the beauty of the landscape he offers you. It's unique too. Beautiful oak trees are bordering, centenary platanes framed, a viaduct of all beauty carries it, and all along this beautiful red consonance enchants by the lockout houses, the bridges, the bread ovens all designed with this brick that gives to the Etruscan world as their red was also remarkable. Until Blancafort in the Fort Fort, it's 57 km that you're waiting for… on foot or sea! Another great curiosity from Brinon!