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Villedieu-sur-Indre

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Indre

Villedieu-sur-Indre - Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Indre
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Commune of Indre, in the former region of Berry, Villedieu-sur-Indre takes place ten kilometers from Buzançais, and thirteen kilometers from Chateauroux. It is located in the heart of Champagne Berry, not far from Saint-Maur.

Historically very rich, the town of Villedieu-sur-Indre has developed in the Gallo-Roman era, as evidenced by the archaeological remains found on the spot. It grew in the first half of the nineteenth century absorbing its neighbors, Chambon and Mehun, thus taking its current appearance. It is seduced by its gastronomic specialties, notably forming part of the area of ​​milk production, production and ripening of the famous Valençay cheese.

Full of charm, the city also has an interesting architectural heritage that bears witness to this glorious past over the centuries.

Geographical information

MunicipalityVilledieu-sur-Indre
Postcode36320
Tourism label
Latitude46.8472120 (N 46° 50’ 50”)
Longitude1.5373190 (E 1° 32’ 14”)
AltitudeFrom 110m to 163m
Surface area57.77 km²
Population2725 inhabitants
Density47 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureChâteauroux (12.8 km, 18 min)
Insee code36241
IntercommunalityCC Val de l'Indre - Brenne
DepartmentIndre
TerritoryBerry
RegionCentre-Loire Valley

Nearest cities & towns

Niherne4.3 km (6 min)
Chezelles6.1 km (8 min)
Saint-Lactencin6.9 km (8 min)
La Chapelle-Orthemale7.4 km (12 min)
Villegongis9.4 km (12 min)
Buzançais10.5 km (11 min)
Neuillay-les-Bois10.7 km (13 min)
Saint-Maur11 km (13 min)
Vineuil11.9 km (15 min)
Châteauroux12.9 km (14 min)
Argy13.6 km (16 min)
Francillon13.7 km (18 min)
Sougé15.3 km (17 min)
Méobecq16.9 km (19 min)
Déols17.4 km (17 min)

Things to see and do

Built in the eleventh century and remodeled in the nineteenth, the Church of St. Sebastian is the subject of an inscription to the Historical Monuments.

While strolling in the commune, do not miss not to admire the ruins of the castle, or the exteriors of the castle of Chamousseau and the castle of Puy.

Villedieu-sur-Indre also features an 18-hole golf course in a pleasant setting, as well as a renowned gourmet restaurant.

For walks with families or friends, direction the woods of Caillereau or Bézard.

Places of interest

Leisure centres
Natural sites
Transport

Events and festivities

The market is held on Wednesday morning.

In autumn, the town offers Goualantes Théopolitaines, a festival of street singers.

Photos

Back of the castle
Back of the castle
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Town hall
Town hall
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On the golf practice
On the golf practice
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Public garden
Public garden
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Community of Communes, media library
Community of Communes, media library
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Statue of the twinning with Mombercelli in Italy
Statue of the twinning with Mombercelli in Italy
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Detail of the church
Detail of the church
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Facade of the castle
Facade of the castle
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On the golf course
On the golf course
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Church
Church
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Facade of the castle
Facade of the castle
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Entry to the 18-hole golf course
Entry to the 18-hole golf course
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Watering on the course
Watering on the course
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Memorial
Memorial
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arms
arms
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Fresco place Jean Jaurès
Fresco place Jean Jaurès
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Rear view of the castle
Rear view of the castle
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Indre River
Indre River
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Weather

Thursday 25 april
Min. 4°C - Max. 15°C
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Friday 26 april
Min. 7°C - Max. 15°C
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Saturday 27 april
Min. 9°C - Max. 18°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Marked hiking trails.

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Bas-Berry Tourist Train
Entertainment12 € to 19 € Écueillé (29 km)
La Tour des Secrets Escape Game
Entertainment75 € to 120 € Issoudun (36 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
Detours and Impressionist Landscapes - Creuse
Car itineraryEasy45 minSaint-Sébastien (51 km)
Medieval town of Mennetou-sur-Cher
Village visitEasy2:00Mennetou-sur-Cher (53 km)
Along the Cher by bike
Cycling itineraryEasy2:30Pouillé (56 km)
Discovering the Maison de la Paix in Villesalem
HikeEasy4:05Journet (56 km)
Under Berry's influence, a country of water
HikeEasy2:30Thollet (57 km)

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Campsites

Hotels

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