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Saint-Bonnet-de-Rochefort

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Allier

Allier village of around 700 inhabitants, by region Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes, Saint-Bonnet-de-Rochefort takes place about sixty kilometers from Moulins, on the left bank of the Sioule, near Mazerier, Veauce and Ussel-d'Allier.

Elder territory Saint-Bonnet-de-Rochefort developed gradually over the centuries, knowing a relatively peaceful history. Today it unveils its passing visitors an authentic and charming face that appeals to lovers of old stones and history. The one nicknamed Roche-free at the time of the French Revolution, is now an important center of tourism in the Allier.

Geographical information

MunicipalitySaint-Bonnet-de-Rochefort
Postcode03800
Tourism label
Latitude46.1477290 (N 46° 8’ 52”)
Longitude3.1368740 (E 3° 8’ 13”)
AltitudeFrom 290m to 412m
Surface area16.36 km²
Population733 inhabitants
Density44 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureMoulins (60 km, 1:04)
Insee code03220
IntercommunalityCC Saint-Pourçain Sioule Limagne
DepartmentAllier
TerritoriesAuvergne, Bourbonnais, Massif Central
RegionAuvergne-Rhône-Alps

Nearest cities & towns

Vicq3.5 km (5 min)
Naves5.2 km (9 min)
Charroux5.3 km (8 min)
Ébreuil5.5 km (8 min)
Sussat5.9 km (7 min)
Bègues6.4 km (11 min)
Mazerier6.8 km (8 min)
Veauce7.2 km (11 min)
Valignat7.6 km (10 min)
Taxat-Senat7.7 km (12 min)
Saint-Quintin-sur-Sioule8.2 km (12 min)
Bellenaves8.5 km (11 min)
Ussel-d'Allier8.9 km (12 min)
Saint-Germain-de-Salles9.7 km (14 min)
Gannat9.7 km (13 min)

Things to see and do

Listed historic monument, the castle of Rochefort is a private residence built in the course of the thirteenth century. Located near the route of the great hiking trail GR300, it has undergone several changes over the centuries and possessing items up until the nineteenth century. Guided tours are offered outside the individual and groups.

Another top tourist attraction in Saint-Bonnet-de-Rochefort is surely Rouzat viaduct built by Gustave Eiffel in 1869 for the railway line Commentry-Gannat. Listed historic monument, it extends over more than 180 meters long and reveals a deck resting on two metal batteries, themselves composed of four cylindrical columns connected by cross of St. Andrew.

Walking through the village, you can also admire the exterior of the castle or the charming Ruilliers communal church, the garden of the priest or the garden of medicinal plants.

Events and festivities

In early May, up to the Ascension celebrations including a large garage sale.

In July, the town celebrates the national holiday with entertainment for all ages and fireworks.

Weather

Tuesday 19 march
Min. 6°C - Max. 16°C
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Wednesday 20 march
Min. 8°C - Max. 20°C
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Thursday 21 march
Min. 9°C - Max. 17°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Fly a drone with a virtual headset
Sports sensations90 € to 180 € Saint-Bonnet-près-Riom (25 km)
Guided nature hike in the Auvergne mountains
Nature and the great outdoors140 € to 240 € Volvic (32 km)
Educational farm tour and donkey ride
Nature and the great outdoors7 € Chapdes-Beaufort (35 km)
Bourbonnais railbike
Nature and the great outdoors8 € to 50 € Noyant-d'Allier (37 km)
Sylvotherapy and sound therapy
Well-being65 € to 155 € Ferrières-sur-Sichon (39 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Tower Ormet to Valignat to Veauce
HikeEasy1:30Valignat (5.7 km)
Anne de Beaujeu walk
HikeIntermediate1:30Chantelle (10.2 km)
Audio tour of the beautiful and long town of Aigueperse
HikeEasy20 minAigueperse (14.7 km)
Around the lake
Village visitEasy1:00Servant (16.1 km)
Château Rocher
HikeIntermediate1:30Saint-Rémy-de-Blot (17.8 km)

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