Aubusson

Aubusson

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Aubusson
Insee code	23008
Postcode	23200
Latitude	45.9540900
Longitude	2.1689379
Altitude	From 416 to 608 meters
Surface	19.21 km²
Population	4071 inhabitants
Density	211 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
National label			Blessac at 5.1 km (6 min)
Chief town	Guéret (at 42 km, 46 min)		Alleyrat at 5.2 km (8 min)
Department	Creuse		Saint-Amand at 5.3 km (8 min)
Region	Limousin		Search another town

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Nestled in lush greenery, the Capital of Tapestry is located in the heart of France in the department of Creuse in the Limousin region.

On the occasion of a brief stopover on your journey or during your next vacation or in the Creuse during a short stay in Aubusson; the rich heritage of this beautiful city deserves a visit?

The tapestry Aubusson, centuries-old art of weaving, was recorded September 30, 2009 at the World Intangible Heritage by UNESCO. This global recognition welcomes more than 5 centuries of creativity and craftsmanship, it honors all the weavers who for centuries have worked for this demanding activity.

House Upholstery - Demonstration of Weaving: This is a magnificent tower house of 16th century, situated in the heart of the historic center, are presented as the history and tradition of tapestry Aubusson.

The Departmental Museum of the Tapestry Museum very alive, who has both the intimacy and familiarity of the tapestry and its most monumental. All ages, from the early 17th are represented.

Exhibition-Collection Fougerol: This site contains confidential 135 woven pieces of the sixteenth, seventeenth, 18th and 19th century tapestries, old prints, tapestries seats? manufactured Aubusson and Flanders.

Mid July: Festival Art in the street. Theater performances, music, cinema, outdoor, running 'Orni Cup', children's shows ...

From mid-July to mid-August: Festival Music in the Heart of the Tapestry. Concerts of chamber music and organ in churches Aubusson and its environs.

In July: Antiquarian Book Fair. Exhibit and sale by booksellers specialize in the Polyvalent Hall of Aubusson.

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Weaving demonstration at the House of Upholstery

Friday 24 May Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 9°C

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. -3°C - Max. 7°C

Sunday 26 May Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 7°C

Le Coq d'Or   8.7 Chénérailles This is the heart of the Creuse Peter and Christine Rullière opened their establishment: the Coq d'Or. Push the door of the restaurant is a ticket for a journey of taste, a moment of... Located 17.5 km from Aubusson 43 € per person

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Villa Vallière Chambres & Table d'Hôtes     9.7 Vallière Would you like to discover the green heart of France? You will find it in this remarkable area, unspoilt by mass tourism, here in the Creuse department of the Limousin region. Our spacious... Located 11.8 km from Aubusson From 65 € to 75 € the double room

Les Arcanes Joséphine   Saint-Yrieix-la-Montagne Room and breakfast (33 m²) for 2 persons (1 child mezzanine) on the 1st floor of a house in quiet countryside. Comfortable with shower, private toilet and adjoining kitchen. Is offered... Located 13.9 km from Aubusson From 66 € to 83 € the double room

'le vieux pommier'   Giat 5 guest rooms in a charming XIXth farmhouse in the heart of a small village in Auvergne: giat, at 800 m altitude. All rooms are equipped with bathroom and toilet and overlook a large... Located 28 km from Aubusson 55 € the double room

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Shanghai et Kenya Saint-Yrieix-la-Montagne On the ground floor of a charming quiet in the countryside 2 units each with 50 m² living room with kitchen, 1 bedroom and SB. Comfortable and well equipped. Park available with tables... Located 13.9 km from Aubusson From 299 € to 458 € per week

Margarita Saint-Dizier-la-Tour In a renovated farmhouse, a cottage for 8 persons 430 € per week in high season. Near Aubusson tapestries and, stones Jaumâtres, castles Villemonteix from Mazeaux Boussac. Museum Sénatorerie... Located 21 km from Aubusson From 220 € to 410 € per week

Les sources au lac de Vassivière.   9.1 Beaumont-du-Lac Furnished studio equipped, located in the front and 75 meters from Lake vassiviere on a panoramic point. The apartment is surrounded by 9000 m² of enclosed and wooded with springs,... Located 29 km from Aubusson From 185 € to 365 € per week

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Hotel Le France      7.7 Aubusson Located in the heart of Aubusson, the world capital of tapestry art, Hotel Le France welcomes you in the traditional setting of an 18th-century coaching inn. Hotel Le France offers... Located in Aubusson Room from 68 €

Hôtel de La Seiglière     7.5 Aubusson Hôtel de La Seiglière is set opposite a small fishing lake in the village of La Seiglière. You can explore the 21-hectare park, relax in the outdoor swimming pool or drive the 2.8 km... Located in Aubusson Room from 45 €

Hotel Le Chapitre      7.3 Aubusson Set in the main street of Aubusson, this hotel is the ideal place to discover this beautiful city famous for its tapestry and exhibitions. The Le Chapitre hotel is a good value for... Located in Aubusson Room from 39 €

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