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Le Pays de Salers Welcome guide 2018/2019
our receptions
PLEAUX
29, Place Georges Pompidou
During school holidays and in June and September: from Tuesday to
Sunday from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m.
In July and August : everyday from 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. and from 2 p.m.
to 6 p.m.
SALERS
Place Tyssandier d’Escous
From October to May : everyday from 9.30 a.m. to 12a.m. and from
2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m, closed on Sunday out of school holidays.
In June and September : everyday from 9.30 to 12 a.m. and from Département
2 p.m. to 6 p.m. In July and August : everyday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. du Cantal
PAYS DE SALERS
TOURNEMIRE
Mauriac
Rue du Calvaire Saint-Flour
Salers
During Easter holidays and from mid-June to summer holidays and Aurillac
Pleaux
in September (until mid-September) : from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., closed
on Sunday. In July and August: from 10.30 a.m. to 12 a.m. and from Tournemire
1.45 p.m. to 6.45 p.m., closed on Saturday.
For more information
OUR BOOKLETS 00 33 4 71 40 58 08
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Nozières
Lherm La Gare Lachaud Banilles Freydevialle de-Salers D37
Fontolive Le Tahoul
Prades
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Sagiraan Branzac Loupiac Escoufoueyre St-Martin- Le Theil
Le Vielmur Puy Violent La Chaze
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La Peyre del Cros Puy
Tél: 04.71.40.70.33 Péricot
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Site: www.salers-hotel- Le Couderc Darnis La Bertrande Conches
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à juin : du de 10h à 12h
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N122 From October : everyday 7 p.m
to May : everyday from 9.30 a.m. to 12 a.m.
PATRIMOINE
NATUREL
NATURAL HERITAGE
INFOS PRATIQUE Thiézac
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(closed on Monday) from 9.30 a.m. to 12 a.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
and from 2 p.m.
S - PRATICAL INFORMATION VIC-SUR-CERE
Création et réalisation
SAVOIR-FAIRE
Bureau d’information
Grand Site de France KNOW-HOW CHAMBRES
D’HOTES Vacances de de TOURNEMIRE
Label Great Site in BEDS AND BREAKFASTS ET CHAMBRES Pâques - ouverture
France Station verte ET TABLES
(WITH OR WITHOUT D’HOTES (fermé le samedi) et juin et septembre saisonnière
Outdoor holiday resort DINNER) : de 14h à 18h
Sommet Ally HOTELS ET
HOTELS RESTAURANTS
Juillet/Août
: de 10h30 à
Peak HOTEL WITH (fermé le dimanche) 12h et de 13h45
Artiste et artisan d’art (D3) Reyt ............................................ OR WITHOUT
RESTAURANT à 18h15
Artist and craftsman TOURNEMIRE
Point de vue (D3) Aux Quatre Cheminées ................. 04 71 Ally Fontanges In June and
reception -
seasonal opening
Sight 69 04 54 / 06 31 September and
Ferme à visiter – Jammes-Serres 61 39 27 (D3) Au Relais de (G5) Gîte de groupe Saturday) for Easter holidays:
(D3) La Maison d’Eliane 04 71 68 73 52 / Poste** Le Puy Basset In July and from 2 p.m.
Jardin ouvert au public Farm to visit - Lefevre-Chabaud 06 88 21 01 00 Le Falgoux ............................................ Saint-Martin-Valmero ............................................ August: to 6 p.m. (closed
.............04 71 69 ... 04 71 69 03 44 .. 04 71 40 73 39 (closed on Sunday) from 10.30 a.m. to 12 on
Garden open to visitors Anglards-de-Salers 11 02 / 06 13 49 (I3) Hôtel des Voyageurs (F4) Gîte d’étape ux a.m. and from
ACTIVITÉS 35 23 1.45 p.m. to
SPORTS ET
LOISIRS ** ............................................ équestre Salles ............................. 6.15 p.m.
Cascade SPORTS AND (F2) Les Sorbiers Pleaux (B4) (cf. Sainte-Eulalie 04 71 69 20 02 /
not drop in for a welcoming drink in our
Waterfall
LEISURES
- Ribes plan verso) ................. 04 71 04 71 69 20 32
............................................ 69 51 59 (E5) Gîte de groupe
Sentier balisé Saint-Bonnet-de-Sale Le Grand Gîte
Hiking path randonnée pédestre (PR) Chaussenac .......... 04 71 40
Barrage 02 87 (F3) Hôtel du Commerce rs Salers (G4) (cf.
plan verso)
............................................
.. 04 71 69 44 28
Dam (C3) La Fournio - Chez Dany ............................................
Charles ....................................04 Saint-Chamant
Limite Parc Régional Tours de Pays (GR) 71 69 02 68 / 06 ........ 04 71 69 12
Le Falgoux (F5) L’Auberge des 03 HÉBERGEMENTS
Border of the Regionaldes Volcans d’Auvergne Hiking tours 81 34 91 70 Volcans – Geraldes INSOLITES
Auvergne Volcanoes Country Park of the GR Pays l’Art Roman (I3) La Michie – Saint-Martin-Valmero ............................................ - UNUSUAL ACCOMODATION
Supersac ..............................04 ux 04 71 69 40 46 Saint-Christophe-les-G
PATRIMOINE
CULTUREL GR Pays Les Transhumances 71 69 54 36 / 06 (F4) La Source du orges
CULTURAL HERITAGE Le Vigean 86 06 75 69 Mont ** (C5) Yourte. ............................................
GR Pays Patrimoine Salers (G4) (cf. ...................................... ............................................
Village classé parmi Architectural (E2) Ferme de Lasbordes plan verso) 04 71 69 28 55 Saint-Martin-Valmero
Les Plus Beaux – Chambon Tournemire (F6) ux .... 06 28 25 03 39
Ranked amongVillage de France
the Most Beautiful Sentier balisé grande 04 71 40 01 59 / (cf. plan verso) (F4) Domaine de
Fontanges la Chaux de Revel
in France Villages Long-distance hikingrandonnée pédestre (GR) 07 88 45 99 42 (roulottes, carré d’ - PRL
GR400
trail (G4) Lou Catou – CAMPINGS étoiles et p’tit buron ***
Musée ou espace thématique Frédéric ........................................04 - CAMPSITES Saint-Vincent-de-Sale du vacher) .............................
Museum or theme rs 04 71 40 68 10
centre Activités équestres 71 40 38 93 / 06
Pleaux (B4) (cf. 33 75 72 99 Anglards-de-Salers (H2) Buron de Veirières
Château ouvert Horse riding centre plan au verso) ...............................04
Castle to visit au public (F2) Aire naturelle
Les Fraux ............................................ 71 78 69 29 / 06
Randonnée équestre Saint-Bonnet-de-Sale RESTAURANTS
75 77 69 43
Eglise ou chapelle Horse riding trek - Les Monts du Cantal rs Le Fau ..................... 04 - RESTAURANTS
(F3) Le Monzola 71 40 00 02
Remarkable churchremarquable - Garcelon (H5) Aire naturelle
or chapel Pédalorail (F3) Le Moulin du ....................04 Domaine du Lissart de Miège Auriac-Corrèze
Pont – Quintard 71 40 77 72 / 06 Le Falgoux ...............................
Tourist Office. We look forward to seeing
Vestiges Cycling on rails 31 51 07 50
(F3) La Chambre ............................................ 06 78 34 38 55 (A2) Les Jardins
Remains de Roche – Grandchamp 04 71 40 76 55 (I4) Aire naturelle Sothys ............................................
Sentier balisé VTT Le Chambon ............................................ Le Vaulmier ..............................
Mountain biking ............04 71 67 Fontanges 05 55 91 96 89
INFORMATIONS Saint-Cernin 93 83 / 06 19 44 ................ 04 71
PRATIQUES 48 60 69 51 28 (H2) Restaurant
PRACTICAL INFORMATION (G4) Camping La du Col d’Aulac ............................................
Station de Ski fond (F5) Lamourio - Pierre Pleaux (B4) (cf.
Cross-country de Fererol ............................................ (G5) Camping écologiquePlate ............................................ plan verso) ............... 04 71 69
Office de tourisme skiing resort 04 71 47 67 37 / Associations Méandres .................... 04 71 Saint-Bonnet-de-Sale 52 40
Tourist office Saint-Chamant 06 65 45 78 57 Pleaux (B4) (cf. ............................. 40 71 49
Site d’escalade plan verso) 04 71 40 73 39 (F3) Le Monzola rs
Station service Rock climbing orouadventure
parc aventure (F5) La Buissonnière Saint-Christophe-les-G ............................................
park – Grellier .................................04 (B5) Camping** orges Saint-Paul-de-Salers .......................................
Petrol station (F5) Autrières - Mercier 71 69 25 33 / 06 de Longayroux 04 71 40 77 72
Loisirs nautiques
.................................. 68 70 02 77 ............................ (H4) Le Relais des
Watersports Saint-Martin-Cantalès 04 71 40 48 30 / Volcans ............................................
Aire de service Saint-Christophe-les-G 06 84 67 58 86 / 04 71 40 41 18 Saint-Projet-de-Saler
Service point forcamping-car
camper vans orges
06 38 79 06 12 (C5) Camping **
Pont du Rouffet s
.................. 04 71
40 73 33
Lieu de baignade (B5) Aux Berges ............................................ (H5) Auberge du
Swimming area du Lac - Boutet Saint-Martin-Valmero Col de Légal ............................................
SNCF ........................06 ux ............ 04 71 69 Salers (G4) (cf.
Railway (SNCF) 37 09 03 47 / 04 (F4) Camping*** 42 76 plan verso) ................. 04 71
Pêche Saint-Martin-Cantalès 43 05 15 82 Le Moulin du Teinturier Tourniac 68 16 79
Fishing Salers (G4) (cf. .............. 04 71 69
Aéroport (C5) La Maison de plan verso) 43 12 / 04 71 69 (B2) Restaurant
Chablat – David 20 32 du Lac
Airport
Mise à l’eau .........................04
71 44 60 50 / 06 Tournemire (F6) .........................................................................
Launching facility Saint-Paul-de-Salers 72 57 26 39 GITES D’ÉTAPES (cf. plan verso) 05 55 27 17 09
Gare routière STOPOVER AND ET DE GROUPES -
Bus station (H3)Auberge du GROUP ACCOMODATION
FERMES–AUBERGES
Mini golf Col de Néronne – Le Falgoux
Miniature golf Deldon ..................................... - FARM INNS
you in Salers and Tournemire on Monday at
Salers (G4) (cf. 04 71 40 90 81 (I3) Gîte d’étape
plan verso) ............................................ Saint-Illide
Le Fau ........................................ (D6) Ferme-auberge
04 71 69 51 28 du Bruel ............................................
(H5) Gîte d’étape Le Vaulmier
............................................ ............. 04 71 49
....................................... (H2) Buron du Chaussedier 72 27
04 71 40 73 11 - Col d’Aulac
(H3) L’Establou de ......04 71 69 53
la vallée – le Bourg 05 / 06 72 46 66
............ 06 77 16 50
GALERIE ET IMPRESSION 39 13 ou 04 71 69
50 72
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adaptés vache Salers
Espace projection,
Les Prés de couloir
15380 Saint-Vincent
Ancien Presbytere de Salers
Faure • 1 5 15140 Saint Bonnet de visite, boutique
Tél : 04 71 140 SA de Salers
Le Bourg 69 10 48 • LERS de
contac Fax : 04 71
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Summary
1 Natural heritage
7 Cultural heritage
18 Tourist routes
22 Sports and leisures
31 Skills
38 Restaurants
44 Practical information
46 Map
LE Auvergne.
In countryside
PAYS
of wide open
spaces, rocky pre-
cipices and rushing
DE water, you can com-
bine outdoor sports
SALERS with the discovery of
the local heritage. Relax
Between the Dordogne River in the fabulous country-
and the Puy Mary, amongst side and take advantage of
the mountains, valleys, lakes, the local specialities.
rivers and high plateaus, you Use this guide to make the
come to the region of Salers, one most of your stay and to dis-
of the most beautiful parts of the cover this hidden, spectacular
and welcoming part of France.
Le pays de saLers
In the heart of the regIonaL Country
park of the auvergne voLCanoes
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cauldron of nature and culture. the “valeurs parc” brand!
Beyond the iconic Chaîne des puys, the auvergne volcanoes all over the area, producers, craftsmen and restaurant
present many fascinating facets through their history and their owners offer products and services that take into
exploitation. they reveal themselves to those who venture off account the goods of local origin, the crafts and the
the beaten tracks. eco-awareness. then, choose the “valeurs parc” brand!
Bring meaning back into your journey by exploring this rich www.parcdesvolcans.fr/marqueparc
heritage coming from the volcanic phenomenon, the presence
of water, and a generous and simple rural life. find new ways
to wander across the wide open spaces, take your time to roam
and make full use of alternative means of transport. experience a
distinctive region and meet people respectful of their environment
and their history.
ask for the discovery brochure and the map of the park!
more InformatIon
Cantal
maison du tourisme et du parc des volcans d’auvergne
place de l’hôtel de ville I 15300 murat I tél. 04 71 20 09 47
puy-de-dôme
maison du parc naturel régional des volcans d’auvergne
montlosier I 63970 aydat (6 km du bourg) I tél. 04 73 65 64 26 © eh - studio des 2 prairies
info@parcdesvolcans.fr
www.parcdesvolcans.fr
www.facebook.com/parcvolcans
Natural H
eritage
T he Cantal massif is the largest volcanic plateau in Eu-
rope (2700 km²). The region of Salers, situated on the
west side, will surprise you with its varied landscapes.
The Puy Chavaroche I5 ,nicknamed the "stone man" is
1592 metres high. You can reach it by the Col de Legal (5h
round trip) or by the Col du Redondet (1h30 round trip)
From East to West, you will admire an uneven, moun- following the watershed to the summit (difficult access).
tainous central area where the main summits are linked
by crests then you will see the pasture lands composed of
high plateaus or "planèzes" marked by wide glacial valleys
and lastly, at the gateway to the Corrèze, you will enter
deep, wooded valleys.
Summits
The Puy Mary J5 (1783m), is indisputably one of the most
beautiful summits in the Cantal. Classified "Grand Site Na-
tional" (Great National Site) in 2006, the Puy Mary offers
a remarkable point of view of the wild and heady country- Passes
side. In fine weather, from the top, you can see the San-
cy, the Cézallier and The Pas de Peyrol J4 , at an altitude of 1588 metres, is the hi-
sometimes also the ghest crossroads in Cantal. Since its opening in the 1930’s,
Alpes. Easy to reach, it is still the "mirador" of the Cantal volcanoes. It serves
you can get to the numerous narrow roads and passes and it is the custodian
summit in 30 minutes of several valleys. You will appreciate a monumental white
walking. cf page 2 rock, 1614 metres at its highest point contrasting strongly
with the landscape: this is the Roc d’Hozières.
The Col de Néronne H3, at 1241 metres, allows the cros-
sing between the Mars valley and the Maronne valley.
The Puy Violent H4 approximately 1592m, dominates the Transhumance area, this pass gives a beautiful view of the
plateau where our famous Salers cows with their red coat valleys and the streams.
and their lyre-like horns graze among the yellow gencian
plants. However, there is nothing violent about this place. The Col de Légal H5 (1231 metres), is a winter sports re-
Its name comes from a mispronounciation of "Puy bêlant" sort offering several possibilities: walking with snowshoes,
that is to say "bleating mountain" when sheep instead of cross country skiing, dog-pulled sledging. In summer, you
cows moved to these summer pastures. The climbing of can also go walking on the GR400 which passes close by.
this mountain (1h30 walking) offers a superb panorama Take advantage of the mountain biking tracks. With so
of the Roc Labro, Puy Mary and Roc des Ombres (1640m). many activities, you will appreciate our natural heritage.
The Col d’Aulac H2, situated at 1220 metres, passes from
the Mars valley to the Trizac plateau. Beautiful view of the
Cantal mountains.
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P2
"PUY MARY, THE CANTAL VOLCANO"
"Grand Site de France"
E-mail : contact@puymary.fr
Web site : www.puymary.fr
CLIMBING TO THE TOP OF THE PUY MARY
You can only climb on foot, starting from the Peyrol Pass
Grand site du Puy Mary - Volcan du Cantal (5209 ft). 1h for the round-trip – 639 feet difference in
puymary_officiel altitude. There is an orientation table at the summit of
the Puy Mary.
Reception - Information - Exhibitions INSTRUCTIONS : Due to the fragility of the location, it is
necessary to stay on the designated path. Thank you for
Activities - Shop your contribution to the preservation of this site.
T he Puy Mary, a famous location, obtained the label
"Grand Site de France" in 2012. This is a quality mark
for the sustainable development of the site in terms of
THE VISITOR CENTRES OF THE
"GRAND SITE DU PUY MARY"
preservation, the appreciation and the economical de-
velopment of the Massif.
The receptionists in the visitor centres help you to dis-
cover the largest volcanic plateau in Europe (2700km²).
ACCESS TO THE PUY MARY THE VISITOR CENTRE OF THE
PAS DE PEYROL PASS
THE VISITOR CENTRE IN
LE FALGOUX
TRAFFIC RULES FOR BUSES, CAMPERS AND TRUCKS Tel : 06 08 03 35 10 Tel : 04 71 40 86 78
In the heart of the protected natu- In this U-shaped densely wooded val-
ral site of the Cantal Mountains, this ley, this visitor centre in Le Falgoux is
Visitor Centre introduces the visitor established in the municipal meeting
to the great volcano: its creation, its hall with a prosperous-looking archi-
transformations and its present-day tecture from the 1940-50’s. Take the
appearance - free film-exhibition "Mars" leaflet indicating a walk star-
(time : 15 min). From this Visitor ting from the centre or discover the
Centre a path is laid out and gives you temporary exhibitions inside.
access to the orientation table at the
peak of the Puy Mary. From there you Open : in summer.
can discover the extraordinary pano-
ramic view and listen to the history Price : free entry.
Prohibited access in caravans and in trucks (
Natural h
eritage
Plateaus The Puy Dondon D3, is the highest point in the village of
Escorailles with an altitude of 808m. To the North, there is
a view of the Mont Dore, to the East a view of the Monts
From Anglards-de-Salers, follow the signs and take the du Cantal and in the West you can see part of the Corrèze
Estives road G3. The highest altitude is 1200 metres in the county. Discover this tourist views and appreciate the varying
hamlet of Fignac. Leave your car in the small carpark and colours during a short walk named the "Château de la Vigne"
let yourself be guided… (2h – 6km).
During the 1h30/2h
walk, you will admire
the Cantal Mountains Valleys And Gorges
on the way out and
The Bertrande River F5 The Bertrande River takes its source
the Sancy and Limou-
on the slopes of the Puy Chavaroche. This river runs across
sin mountains on the
Saint-Projet-de-Salers, near Saint-Chamant and joins the Etze
way back. The panels River to end in the Enchanet reservoir.
made of enamelled lava
will help you to learn more about our heritage notably the The vallée de la Doire G6 (Doire valley) runs near the Col de
"burons", mountain dairies. Legal. Among others, it includes the villages of Tournemire,
Saint-Cernin and Saint-Cirgues-de-Malbert.
The Burons (sort of summer dairy in the mountainous re-
gion), emblematic buildings, remind The vallée du Mars G2, (Mars valley), also named Le Falgoux
us of the ancient way of life in these valley, is one of the deepest valleys in the Cantal. The river
mountains. A detailled map of the Bu- has its source in the
rons in the Cantal county is on sale at glacial cirque of Le
the Tourist Office for 2€. Falgoux, delimited
by the Suc Gros, the
Puy de la Tourte, the
The Puy Bouval C3 (733m) with an alti-
Puy Mary, Roche Tail-
tude of 733m is the highest point in the
lade and the Roc des
hamlet of Bouval situated in the village Ombres. Towards the
of Barriac-les-Bosquets. You can reach Pas de Peyrols and Puy Mary, the road enters the forest and
it during a walk called the "Puy Bouval" becomes narrower and steeper. If you are lucky you might
(2h45 – 11km). Pleasant views and a see chamois, marmots and deers.
panoramic orientation table made of
lava will point out: the Pleaux plateau, At the Col de Néronne, we leave the Mars valley to go into
the Cantal Mountains, the Sancy and Limousin Mountains. At the Maronne valley H4. (Saint-Martin-Valmeroux). The road
the top, there is a bronze statue of the abbot François Filiol, from Salers is one of the most beautiful in the Cantal. From
a priest martyred during the Revolution. Refusing to take an the pass you can see the Roc des Ombres (1633m) where
oath on the "Civil Constitution" of the clergy, he was pursued the river has its source. It is a glacial valley with different
and hunted. He tried to hide in Bouval, his native country, but landscapes : forests on the North side and pastures or moun-
tainous moors on the South side. Downstream, the valley be-
he was denounced and guillotined in May 14th 1783 on the
comes wider and the waters flow into the Enchanet reservoir.
little square near the apse of Our Lady of Miracles church in
Mauriac.
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Photo : Le Cirque de Récusset - Saint-Paul-de-Salers
In Saint-Paul-de-Salers (Récusset), two interpretive trails in les gorges de la jordanne H6
the Espace Naturel Sensible de Récusset H4 (preserved area) lat.45,026908 - long.2,579555
with an educational booklet, invite you to discover : From 15590 SAINT-CIRGUES-DE-JORDANNE
• the transhumance story "Petit Pâtre" June 1st
Tel : 04 71 47 96 95
to Sept 30th
(length : 1h30 – distance: 3,5km – difference E-mail : contact@gorgesdelajordanne.fr
in altitude : 200m). Web site : www.gorgesdelajordanne.fr or caba.fr
• the exceptional biodiversity of the Do you want to plunge by the water into a colourful,
area "Sur les pentes du Pré dansant" wild and steep-sided atmosphere?...
(length : 1h40 – distance : 5km – difference in altitude : The path has been built thanks
300m). to the local authorities (the Auril-
In the Roc de Labro Buron H4 (sort of summer dairy in the lac conurbation authority and the
mountainous region) : viewpoint indicator on the Récusset Lascelles and Saint-Cirgues-de-Mal-
bert municipalities) in order to allow
cirque at the sound of the story of the transhumance.
everyone to discover the Jordanne
gorges. These gorges have been dug
over centuries in volcanic stones and
the depth goes until 60 metres. It is
a 4km round trip (2h30 walking). You
are helped by a handrail. Footbridges
and arch bridges permit to go from a
bank to another and to pass the glacial block. You walk along
the river or on the cliff overseeing the gorges to the "chaos".
Last entrance, 2 hours before the closing time.
Open : In July and August: open everyday from 9.30 a.m. to
7.30 p.m. In June and September : open from Monday to Fri-
day from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from
10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Outside this period, contact us.
Several villages like Fontanges, Le Fau and La Bastide are Prices : Adult : 3,50€ - Child (from 4 to 14 years old) : 1,50€ -
tucked away in the vallée de l’Aspre G5, (Aspre valley) which Group (15 pers. minimum) : 3€/adult and 1€/child.
is quite wild and unknown, leading to the Bois Noirs (Black
Woods). For the lovers of geology, this valley has several py-
roclastic flows (dense and turbulent emulsion of different Waterfalls
sized lava fragments and high speed gas flows) at the Coin
waterfall and La Peyre del Cros village. The cascade de Salins E3
(Salins Waterfall) is situated
The Gorges de l’Auze G3. Near the Col de Néronne, the Auze in Salins between Mauriac
River takes its source at 1250m at the base of the Puy de and Saint-Martin-Valmeroux.
l’Agneau in Le Falgoux village. Its course is steep, crossing It is the most famous wa-
plateaus and valleys and the villages of Saint-Bonnet-de- terfall in the county and is
situated at the end of a lava
Salers and Anglards-de-Salers. With the Monzola and Sionne
flow forming a horseshoe.
affluents, its course is stopped by a volcanic rock fall with
The Auze River feeds this
a drop of 30 metres (Salins waterfall) and then continues waterfall then flows in the
to the West, to the impenetrable wild and woody gorges. Dordogne River after a fall of
Brageac overlooks the river from its rocky outcrop. This river more than 30 metres. Close
flows across forests (in particular the Miers forest), to finish to the road D922, you have a
its 44km course in the Dordogne river near the Eagle dam. place to park your car to take
advantage of the wonderful
panoramic view.
4
i ta ge
h er
t u ral
N a
The cascade du Biaguin I4 , (Biaguin waterfall) is situated le barrage de l’aigle B1 (Aigle reservoir)
in Le Falgoux and is fed by the Mars River. It is a triple wa- lat.45,243307 - long.2,226318
terfall indicated from the road. From
Jan 2nd to
L’Aigle - 15200 CHALVIGNAC
Tel : 05 34 39 88 70
Dec 29th
This waterfall is com- E-mail : visites.edf.aigle@manatour.fr
posed of two parts. LE BARRAGE DE L’AIGLE
An upper part is vi- It is a great architectural success (length : 290m., height :
80m.). After some work in 1982, the French Electri-
sible from the road D12
city Board becomes
between Le Falgoux and the owner of this most
Pont les Eaux – altitude powerful dam (360MW)
1 097 metres. in the Dordogne valley.
Easy access. Its nickname is "the Resis-
tance dam". From 1935
to 1945, the building was
deliberately postponed by the underground network in Cantal
during the Second World War to avoid enemy to accede to an
additional energy production.
Visit of the dam and the hydroelectric factory :
Tel : 05 34 39 68 70 - E-mail : edf.aigle@manatour.fr
Visit conditions : only by reserva-
Dams tion.
From 12 years old. Cameras and
backpacks are forbidden. Pets
The barrage d’Enchanet B5 (Enchanet reservoir) was the first are forbidden (except guide
dam built on the Maronne River. Its waters snake through the dog). No access for wheelchairs.
villages of Pleaux, Arnac and Saint-Christophe-les-Gorges. You should wear closed shoes
Built after the Second World War, the work began in 1946 without heels. You must present your identity documents.
and the dam was operational in 1950. Its shape is a type of Prices : free.
"sloped vault" in concrete. Its highest waterfall is 66m. THE OUTSIDE DISCOVERY TRAIL
Its reservoir has a capacity of 92,7 m³. With its flooding, two Tel : 04 71 40 46 88 - E-mail : accueil_barrage@orange.fr
villages disappeared: L’Espont and Rodomont – Bas. During a The French Electricity Board has built facilities around the dam
short walk (2h - 6km) you will admire the Maronne gorge and for the visitors.
At the top of the dam, panoramic viewpoint of the Dordogne
several views of the reservoir lake. gorges, with picnic tables, panels to learn about the story of
this dam. At the bottom of the dam, along an interpretive trail,
you relive the buildings of the dams in the Dordogne valley, a
human and technical epic. Three outstanding sites: the copy of
a worksite hut from 1945, the underground network in Cantal
to fight against enemy during
the Second World War and the
models of the dam. This place is
worth a visit !
Open : welcome at the "hut" in
July and August, everyday from
10 a.m. to 12.30 a.m.and from
2.30 p.m. to 7 p.m. (group welcome all year long).
Prices : free.
5
Photo : Le Verger de Déduit - Anglards-de-Salers
These contemporary gardens, in-
Gardens timist enclosed plots with varying
atmospheres, invite you to a sen-
le VERGER de deduit E2 sory escape mixing beauty and
lat.45,206105 - long.2,440621 nature.
From Château de la Trémolière Guided visits by reservation for a
June 1st to
Sept 30th 15380 ANGLARDS-DE-SALERS minimum of 10 people.
Tel : 04 71 40 05 72 or 04 71 40 00 02
E-mail : anglards-de-salers.mairie@wanadoo.fr Open : In April, October and November : from Tuesday to
Garden created by OSSART and MAURIERES, landscape Sunday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
gardeners. This is a contemporary garden with medieval ins- In May, June and September : from Tuesday to Sunday from
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
piration, classified as a "remarkable garden". The garden of
In July and August : on Monday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to
La Trémolière castle was born from the mariage between
7 p.m. and from Tuesday ans Saturday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
the pictorial imagination of the
listed tapestries collection "the
Prices : Adult : 7€ - child (from 7 to 12 years old) : 5€.
fantastic bestiary" and the ima-
Groups : 6€ (adult), 4,50€ (child).
gination of the precious written
work "le Roman de la Rose"
(The Rose Novel). The visitor
meets the owner, Déduit, and
walks accross the successive enclosures arriving at a fountain le jardin delirant E1
where he sees the rose reflection. lat.45,315013 - long.2,392200
Open : in June from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. – in July and August Open Michèle Dallon
all year
from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 and from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. (closed long Parensol - 15240 BASSIGNAC
on monday mornings) - in September : from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Tel : 09 61 58 82 53
Prices (orchard + castle) : E-mail : quenouilleverte@live.fr
adult 5€ - child between 8 and 15 years old : 2.50€ - Web site : www.quenouilleverte.fr
group (since 10 pers.) : 3.50€. Magical, disconcerting, unusual…
Trees with ribbons, stones with ties, wrapped objets, fruits
les jardins sothys A2 and vegetables made in wool,
lat.45,201407 - long.2,142049 theatre with puppets...
From
Mar 31th
Garden - Restaurant - Shop A surprise at each step... The gar-
to Nov 4th
Le bourg - 19220 AURIAC-CORREZE den changes with each season
Tel : 05 55 91 96 89 following Michèle’s inspiration
E-mail : direction@sothys.net
(she is a weaver, gardener and
Web site : www.lesjardinssothys.com
textile artist). It is a colorful garden with textile dyeing, ve-
Beauty, our ambition. Nature, our conscience. getable and plants enhanced with recycled wool and cotton.
Sothys, expert in cosme- This is a poetic and artistic world, where reality merges with
tics production, created in fantasy. Children love it !
2006 the Sothys gardens
Workshops for children during school holidays on Tuesday
where the founders were
born. The site is not only an ex- and Thursday : weaving, felt, soft toy and puppet making.
ceptional botanical, thematic and Teaching periods for adults all year long.
sensory garden, it is also a shop Open : Open all year long everyday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
with the three cosmetics brands Guided visits and groups by reservation.
of this international group. In Auriac - Corrèze, between the
Maronne and Dordogne rivers, the Sothys gardens enhance Prices for the garden :
the plant world and inspire the Sothys cosmetics production. Unguided visit : adult : 2€ - child (from 2 to 12 years old) : 1€.
6Cultural heritage
greeters
App’lyre
The "greeters", passionate inhabitants about the region,
This is the tourist mobile application voluntarily help you to discover Salers and the surroundings
of the region of Salers! whatever the season. Nature, local history, art and culture,
geology, water, gastronomy, tales and legends… The treasures
Like a real interactive book, this app offers 3 routes to
of the region will hold no secrets for you.
discover by car our heritage, our customs, our gastronomy
and our landscapes which are
the reason of our fame.
Josette DELPRAT Georges lavigne
15140 Saint-Chamant 15140 Saint-Chamant
Have a guided visit in one of Tel : 04 71 69 22 33 Tel : 04 71 69 22 66
E-mail : delpratjosette49@gmail.com E-mail : georges.lavigne@orange.fr
our "Most Beautiful Villages in
Theme : Art and culture Theme : Local history
France" : Salers. Walking across
the village, you are immersed in
the colourful and tumultuous Sophie martin René tible
history of Salers with very well 15140 Saint-Martin-Valmeroux 15310 Tournemire
preserved old houses. Tel : 06 88 90 88 32 Tel : 06 71 58 84 08
E-mail : margule@icloud.com E-mail : rjl.tible@gmail.com
Theme : Art and culture, local Theme : Art and culture, local
Would you dare to go back in history, nature history, nature
time and to solve one of the
important riddles of the village?
Step by step, take advantage of this multimedia content :
photos, videos, background musics and virtual visits. Cantal Mobilis
A tourist mobile application to discover the Cantal county.
On our application, you also
find practical information to
prepare your stay and useful
addresses.
An unusual and play discovery
you can freely download on
your tablets and smartphones.
Disponible sur
7Photo : Salers - T. Marsilhac
GUIDED TOURS OF THE CITY
Les Plus Beaux Villages From Office de Tourisme du Pays de Salers
de France
June
to Sept. Place Tyssandier d’Escous - 15140 SALERS
Tél : 04 71 40 58 08
E-mail : salers@salers-tourisme.fr
salers F4 Guided tours are available in June and September at
lat.45,054424 - long.2,478147 3 p.m. - in July and August, tours are everyday at
APP’LYRE 10.30 a.m. and 3 p.m. – subject to change of timetable.
Departure guaranteed with 5 pers. minimum. Ask for details.
Ranked among the "Most Beautiful Villages in France",
Other periods by appointment only.
Salers is a travel back in time. Houses with turrets, belfries,
Guided visits in English and Spanish on reservation.
ramparts... Salers successively takes you from Middle Ages
right through to the Renaissance period. Salers did not escape Prices : Adult 4 € - Child (12-18 years old) : 2,50 € -
the invasions during the Religious Wars and it was during Group (since 20 pers.) : 3 €- Pupil : 2 €.
tournemire F6
lat.45,054414 - long.2,481119
South of Salers in the Doire valley, you will find "Tournemire".
Perched on the hillside and ranked as one of the Most
Beautiful Villages in France, its name comes from a famous
family Tournemire. The knight Rigaud de Tournemire is
mentioned in a settlement dated from 1030. His brother,
Pierre, a knight, participated in the Crusade of 1095 and
preached in Clermont-Ferrand. Legend has it that when he
came back from the Holy Land, he brought a thorn from
Christ’s crown. Venerated as a miraculous object it is said that
these times that the "Sagraniers" (inhabitants) fortified their it cures eyesight troubles. It was kept within the Romanesque
city to protect themselves from the Huguenots (Protestants) church of which the oldest parts date from the 12th century -
and from raiders, including the English. A merchant city with its chapels, its keystones, its porch and sculptures are other
noble families in residence, the rich history of Salers is shown remarkable elements to see.
by the architecture reflecting styles ranging from the 14th to During the 12th century, the Tournemire family built a
the 18th centuries, especially the period of the Bailiwick of monumental castle the high tower of which included the
the High Mountains of Auvergne. In every alley and street present church in its surrounding wall. Unfortunately, the
you can find very well preserved old houses, some of the fortunes lost in the Crusades and the sharing of the seigniory
owners even let you visit their homes. Go past the Belfry between several co-lords progressively contributed to the
or through the Martille gate and you come into the upper decline of the Tournemire family. A bourgeois family from
city. In the main square, you’ll see the statue of Tyssandier Aurillac, the Anjony (a derivation of the name Johanni),
d’Escous, dedicated to the memory of this man responsible enriched by successfully trading in animal skins, became
for the preservation of the Salers pedigree cow. Remember consuls of the town, bought lands from the Tournemires
that you are in the region of the red cows! and built their own castle during the 15th century. A wedding
The church, rebuilt during the 15th and 19th centuries, sealed the alliance between the two families, one bringing
shelters a Holy Sepulchure from the 15th century (many a blazon (coat of arms) and the other bringing the finances.
different styles) composed of 9 lifesized characters and The honeymoon was short and the two families indulged in
numerous paintings, tapestries and old statues. Take time a ruthless battle using surrounding routes, paths, residences,
to go to the Barrouze esplanade to admire the landscape the cemetery and even the church as a sparring ground. These
and the Maronne and Aspre valleys. The history of Salers is quarrels persisted during the Religious wars and ended in
particulary colourful and tumultuous, so take advantage of a 1623 with a duel between 3 Anjony and 3 Tournemire. A visit
guided visit to learn what happened here. to the present 15th century castle will give you an insight into
A map is available on request. the turbulent history of this village and help you to speculate
8Cultural heritage
about what happened. "Plebes" means in latin a baptismal church. During the 9th
Walking through the village, you will see numerous houses century, five monks and a prior came from the Charoux
with monumental stones coming from the previous 12th abbey (Haute-Vienne) and settled here. They encouraged
century castle but nowadays we can only guess at the actual the building of the present Saint-Sauveur church, now called
site. the Saint John the Baptist church (listed monument) and a
When you get near the church, follow the cave path where monestary. In 1289, the king Philippe le Bel 4th put a stop to
you will see notches for beams and fire place conduits the constant quarrels between the co-lords and the prior
signing a charter with the abbot of Charroux. Pleaux became
a bastide named Villefranche-de-Pleaux, composed of an
original part (villa antiqua) and a new city (bastida) with a
square surrounded by houses and in the middle a market hall
with a fairground.
Pleaux lived in trouble times during the Hundred Years War
and the Religious wars.
In 1630, a Carmelite convent was established in Pleaux,
an important cultural city. Then, in 1806, this convent was
transformed into a little seminary, a famous school welcoming
the elite of the Cantal county until its removal in 1906. Pleaux
was rich in castles and beautiful houses. Five houses with
in the rock - proof of an ancient building. Further into the turrets still remain.
caves, evidence shows that this is without doubt the oldest In the surroundings, the wooden countryside is typical of the
inhabited area of the village. You’ll see that the caves offered Xaintrie region, that is home to lots of traditional buildings,
shelter for the herds and their fodder. manor houses and opulent-looking agricultural buildings
Coming back to the parking place, take the path to the stone constructed in basalt or granite with roofs in lauzes (volcanic
cross from which there are beautiful views of the surrounding stone) or slates.
countryside.
A map is available on request.
GUIDED TOURS OF THE CITY
In July
&
Mrs Christine ROUCHET-TIBLE
August
Place de l’église - 15310 Tournemire
Tel : 06 74 66 10 75
Open : from July 18th to August 29th, every Wednesday.
Time : about 1 hour. Suitable for all audiences from the age of 7.
A map is available on request.
Prices : left to your judgment.
GUIDED TOURS OF THE CITY
Petite Cité de Caractère Miss Aurélie AUBIGNAC
de France
By
reservation
E-mail : aureliepleaux@hotmail.fr
ASSOCIATION LES AMIS DE LA XAINTRIE
PLEAUX B4 Mrs Nicole SEVESTRE
lat.45,133988 - long.2,225776 E-mail : sevestre.nicole15700@orange.fr
Ranked among the Small Towns full of Character since 2017,
Pleaux includes lots of buildings underlining its glorious past.
At the very beginning of the Christianity (in the 6th and 7th
centuries) in the Upper Auvergne, the city grew around the
original Saint John the Bapstist church (nowadays destroyed).
We found again the importance of this church into the
development of Pleaux in the etymology of the name itself.
9Photo : Château de la Trémolière - Anglards-de-Salers - J.M. Peyral
My landscape Citadel
My heritage les tours de merle A5
"Before and after"... lat.45,065607 - long.2,074553
An unusual way to discover the From 19220 SAINT-GENIEZ-Ô-MERLE
villages in the region of Salers. April 1st
to Nov 4th Tél : 05 55 28 22 31 - 05 55 28 27 67
E-mail : contact@toursdemerle.fr
Web site : www.toursdemerle.fr
Pictures past and present are placed like monuments in every The "Merle Towers" are situated on a peninsula
village centre in order to enlighten us about the evolution of surrounded by the Maronne river, an exotic and preserved
green setting. On a rocky outcrop (40 metres high and
the villages and landscapes from nearly a century.
200 metres length), seven lord families had built from the
12th century to the
An invitation to "watch differently" everything around us...
15th century their
medieval castrum,
a pearl of the medieval
The book is on sale at the Tourist Office : 10€. Limousin.
With its impressive
constructions on a steep
site, this natural fortress
surprises the visitor and
evokes for each of them imaginary scenes of Middle Ages…
To visit in the 10 hectare park : a walk in the fortress with views,
the towers and archeological remains and villages, the farm, the
garden with plants cultivated during Middle Ages, an exposition
in the Madège house with a model representing the place
Philomene during the 14th century and archeological objects.
On the spot: souvenirs, snack, ice-creams and drinks.
Collection During holidays, several medieval or nature activities are
organized (included in the entrance fee).
Three guides with games for children from You should wear good walking shoes as trails are steep and
the age of 8 years old. Price : 1,50€. prefer a baby carrier to a pushchair. Difficult access for people
On sale at the tourist office. with a reduced mobility.
Guided visits : In July and August : everyday at 11 a.m., 3 p.m.
• Tapestries from Aubusson kept in 5 and 5 p.m. In April, May, June, September, October, November,
emblematic places : La Vigne, la Trémolière only by reservation and departure guaranteed with 15 pers.
and Saint-Chamant castles and the Saint minimum. Playful visits (schedule in progress).
Matthew church in Salers. Unguided visits : a brochutre is available.
Open : In April, May, June, September, for All Saints
holidays (from October 20th to November 4th) :
• Secrets in Tournemire : discover the village,
everyday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. In July and August :
the castle, the history of the site.
everyday from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. In October : on Sundays from
2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Prices : (high season : from July 1st to September 3rd) :
• Secrets in Salers : discover the village, the Adult : from 5,50€ to 6,50€ - Child (from 6 to 15 years old) : 3,50€ -
houses, the history of the site. Under 6 years old : free.
Group (from 15 pers.) : from 4,50€ to 5,50€.
10Cultural heritage
château de la trémolière 15
Castles century F2
th
lat.45,206105 - long.2,440621 (La Trémolière castle)
From Le bourg - 15380 ANGLARDS-DE-SALERS
château de la vigne 15
June 1st to
th
-18th centuries D3 Tel : 04 71 40 05 72 - 04 71 40 00 02
Sept 30th
lat.45,176651 - long.2,330032 (Lavigne castle) E-mail : anglards-de-salers.mairie@wanadoo.fr
From La Vigne - 15700 ALLY This castle built during
July 1st to
Aug 31st Tel : 04 71 69 00 20 - 06 70 39 70 84 the 15th century was the seat
E-mail : la.vigne@wanadoo.fr of a seigniory belonging to the
Web site : www.chateaudelavigne.com Montclar family. On the two floors
several tapestries are on view : "Le
Originally a Merovingian castrum, then a medieval Bestaire Fantastique" (fantastic
fortress rebuilt in the 15th century by the Lords bestiary) and ten Aubusson Verdure tapestries from the 16th
of Scorailles facing the century (discovered at the beginning of the 20th century by
panorama of the Cantal the parish priest and recently restored). These exceptionnal
Mountains, La Vigne consists of tapestries show a plethora of fantastic creatures, as naïve as
a central building and towers they are picturesque (visit with an audio-guide). There is also
topped by a covered way including an exhibition of artwork : from July 1st to August 31st. This is
machicolations. The park is an the sixth "Summer Exhibition".
example of gardens "à la française". Still furnished and
Open : In June : everyday from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. In July and
occupied by the descendants of the original builders, La
August : everyday from 10.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from
Vigne will give you a lively account of the rich past in the
2 p.m. to 7 p.m. (closed on Monday mornings).
Upper Auvergne.
In September : everyday from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Rich interiors : gothic frescos (chapel), Renaissance style
(studiolo), panellings from the Louis XV epoch, neogothic Prices (La Trémolière castle - Déduit orchard) : Adult: 5 € -
decoration in the troubadour’s bedroom and big staircase of Child from 8 to 15 years old : 2,50 € - Group: 3,50 €
honor. château d’auzers 14 -15th centuries
th F1
The "studiolo" is a very rare discovery. In the 16th century, lat.45,264874 - long.2,46157 (Auzers castle)
the archives room was transformed into a meditation and Le bourg - 15240 AUZERS
curiosity cabinet. From
Tel : 04 71 78 62 59
Easter to
All Saints'Day
E-mail : info@chateau-auzers.com
During the visit, you will admire a superb exhibition of 4500 Web site : www.chateau-auzers.com
miniature cars relating the fascinating story of the motor car
The castle, built between 1470 and 1510 in the typical
and old toys including models planes and 1100 dolls from the
style of the Upper Auvergne, shows all of the original
different parts of the world.
attributes of a fortified
Open : everyday in July and August from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. house: tower, covered way,
except on Sunday mornings and from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. - watchtowers. Occupied by
groups by appointment from Easter to early November. the same family since the
Prices : castle or cars and dolls exhibition : Adult : 6 €- 15th century, you will be
child : 3€ welcomed into a lively residence
Package castle + exhibition : Adult: 9€ - child : 4,50€ - where you will see living-rooms, "Auvergnate" furniture,
Group : 6€/ adult and 3€/child. monumental fireplaces, an oratory and polychrome murals
from the 16th century. The furniture in the Empire style given
by Napoleon to Jean-Louis d’Auzers is very interesting. "One
of the most beautiful castles in Cantal county".
Open : from April 1st to June 30th and from September 1st to
November 4th : on Sundays, Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays
from 3 p.m. to 6.00 p.m. – in July and August : everyday from
Find more information on 2 p.m. to 6.30 p.m.
www.route-chateaux-auvergne.org
Prices : Adult 8€ - Child (from 7 to 14 years old) : 3€ -
Group : 5 €/ adult. 11Photo : Château du Cambon - Saint-Cernin
château de sedaiges 15 th
- 18th - 19th centuries F7 The site is dedicated to Marie-Antoinette. The Cambon
lat.45,001756 - long.2,483307 (Sedaiges castle) castle, restored the same year as the Queen’s revival, houses
From
15250 MARMANHAC many portraits, engravings and printed works, reminding us
July 1st to
Tel : 04 71 47 30 01
Aug 31st of her life and her close family and friends.
E-mail : chateau15@free.fr
Web site : www.chateausedaiges.com Open : Guided visit everyday from 2.30 p.m. to 6.30 p.m. in
Sedaiges was a military site in the 12th century and then July and August - by appointment in June and September.
took part to the French-English conflict in Auvergne in
the Middle Ages. Prices : Adult 6 € - Child (over 6 years old to 12) : 1,50 € -
Rebuilt as a fortress in Group : 3€.
the 15th century, then
made more beautiful in château d’anjony 15 th
-18th centuries F6
the 18th century, this castle (Anjony castle)
lat.45,054168 - long.2,478278
is an excellent example of From10 rue des châteaux - 15130 TOURNEMIRE
the Troubadour architecture Feb 12th to
Tel : 04 71 47 61 67 - Fax : 04 71 47 65 84
Nov 14th
from the 19th century. E-mail : bienvenue@anjony.com
The residence is still occupied by the same family since its Web site : www.anjony.com
origin. Rich interiors with five listed tapestries from the
Built by Louis d’Anjony,
Flandres workshops and an exhibition of "old games and
Jeanne d’Arc’s companion,
toys". In August, treasure hunts inside. Large park open to
commissioned by King
visitors with an interpretive trail created with the National
Charles 8th to protect the
Forestry Office of France. Picnic tables.
surrounding area, the
Open : everyday in July and August from 2.30 p.m.to 6.30 p.m. Anjony donjon is still intact
Prices : 7€ - Child (from 6 to 12 years old) : 5€. and proud, an excellent
Free under 6 years old – Groups (from10 persons) : 5€. example of the mountain
fortress from the 15th century. In the 18th century a central
château du cambon 17 th
-18th centuries F6 building was added to the austere medieval construction,
lat.45,063134 - long.2,433019 (Cambon castle) more welcoming and more true to this period’s tastes. The
From
July 1st to
15130 SAINT-CERNIN rich interiors are decorated with remarkable religious and
Tel : 04 71 48 34 63 - 04 71 47 60 48
Aug 31st profane frescos (the Preux’s legend) from the 16th century
E-mail : rene.monboisse@orange.fr and furniture from different periods of the castle’s life. The
Web site : http://chateauducambon.simdif.com residence is still occupied by the same family since its origin.
Situated near the D922 road joining Aurillac to Mauriac Documents translated into English, German, Dutch, Italian
and near Salers, this castle, registered as a listed historical and Spanish.
monument, is an old fortified house which was converted into Open : In February (from 12th to 28th) - from October 28th
a country cottage around to November 14th : guided visit everyday from 2 p.m. to
1755. With a series of 4.30 p.m. From March 1st to April 8th – in October (until 27th) :
reception rooms, original guided visit everyday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. In April, from 9th
scenery and gardens "à to 30th : guided visit everyday from 2 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. From
la française", the castle May 1st to June 30th and in September : guided visit everyday
is a museum to the 18th from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. In July and August, guided visits at 11.00
century way of life. In the and 11.30 a.m. and from 2.00 p.m. to 6.15 p.m. – closed on
dining-room, the table is Sunday morning. Groups all year long by reservation.
laid "à la française" in a typical 18th century style. The guided Prices : Adult : 8 € - Child (from 6 to 12 years old) : 4 €-
visit (as a rule done by the owner), centers on the way of life free for the children under 6 years old.
and the feasts in the reign of Louis 15th and consists of the Group (since 15 pers.) : 5€ - Pupil : 3,50€.
castle (living-rooms, dining-rooms, library, bedrooms, chapel,
gallery) and the gardens from the 18th century sculpted into
alleys, arabesques and festoons and an allegorical basin.
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