Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal

Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownChamps-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal
Insee code15038
Postcode15270
Latitude45.3962020
Longitude2.5621210
AltitudeFrom 449 to 966 meters
Surface60.32 km²
Population1067 inhabitants
Density17 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsLanobre at 6.6 km (8 min)
Chief townAurillac (at 84 km, 86 min)Bort-les-Orgues at 7.7 km (10 min)
DepartmentCantalVebret at 10.6 km (12 min)
RegionAuvergneSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Green holiday resort in the North West department of Cantal, a country of wide open spaces, Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal has many advantages for a pleasant holiday in the countryside. Between lakes, bogs and forests, close to the Corrèze and the Puy-de-Dôme, the common Artense has many tourist facilities and is very dynamic, especially in summer. Its commercial fabric and associations, various services available to the public, and many summer activities can enhance your stay.

Marchal is a village surrounded by landscapes Artense and is considered the capital of "fiddling" and traditional music. His church is attached to a rock and the remains of the castle located near it offer a vast panorama of the Monts du Sancy. A trail through the village traces the life of the towns of yesteryear.


SIGHTSEEING

Church of the Assumption (Marchal) of the 13th century.

Bog Pignole which is undoubtedly one of the most remarkable territory. Around the lake in about 1.5 ha grow shamrocks floating rafts in water, cushions and Sphagnum peat on the moors, all phases of evolution of a bog lake. Presence of Sundew.

Heated swimming pool, open from June 15 to August 31.

Mini-golf.

Horse farm.

Walk in the heart of the territory of Artense part of the Regional Natural Park of the Volcanoes of Auvergne.

Outdoor activities (biking, climbing, fishing, canyoning ...).

Opportunity to practice skijoring rollerblading. Reservation to +33 6 08 43 08 54.

Detailed information
Information pointsTourist Office of Sumène Artense

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Every Thursday morning market.

1st Sunday of August: book festival and craft market.

The first weekend of September: the Festa Oreilha (Day violin).

The second weekend of September: Feast of the mold, with the participation of the village of La Plaine-sur-Mer.

Every Saturday in July and August from 19h, country market in the Salle Henri Less.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Green slope: old railway 14 km tarred with the possibility to practice cycling, rollerblading, scooter Bassignac to Vebret.

Nautical and beach on Lake Lastioulles: pedal boat rentals, catamarans, dinghies, canoes, kayaks and surfboards; lessons and courses at different levels.

Many hiking trails: guidebook "Roads Sumène Artense" (25 hiking trails - 12 road bike - Tour de Pays) on sale at the Tourist Offices.

Puy de Saignes dominated by a metal cross (reading tool landscape).

Chastel Marlhac tray (Le Monteil), view of the mountains of Sancy.

Roc Vignonnet (Antignac) view of the valley Sumène, 12th century chapel.

Museum of mine Champagnac exhibitions tools, accessories and pictures, movie, model. Open in July and August. Tel. : +33 4 71 69 61 55.

Museum of butterflies and insects of the world Ydes-Bourg: open in July and August. Tel. : +33 4 71 40 82 51.

Treasury of Sacred Art in Ydes-Bourg: open in July and August. Tel. : +33 4 71 40 82 51.

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Horse-drawn caravan with leader in AuvergneNature and the outdoorsFrom 460 € to 1380 €Lanobre (5.5 km)
Horse ride in the countrysideNature and the outdoorsFrom 24 € to 65 €Tauves (19.3 km)
Fly fishing at the Veirières estateNature and the outdoorsFrom 20 € to 40 €Saint-Vincent-de-Salers (20 km)
Arboretum, park of Neuvic d'Ussel CastleNature and the outdoors5 €Neuvic (23 km)
9-hole golf course and water fun centreSports sensations26 €Mauriac (27 km)

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Bog Pignole
 
Church of the Assumption - Marchal
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Saturday 25 May
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Sunday 26 May
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Monday 27 May
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Champ du Moulin    
9.9
Cros
Welcome to Odile and Patrick, for your stay in cottages in Auvergne, on the set of Artense; ideal region for a homecoming and a holiday in peace with family, friends, or vacationing...
Located 8.9 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal49 € the double room 
La Pinderie Massif du Sancy  
Chastreix
3 furnished rooms on the first floor of the owners' house (converted barn in 2008), rooms are accessed by entering either owners or independently from the terrace at the back overlooking...
Located 20 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal48 € the double room 
Maison Chabrat    
9.4
Liginiac
Rudi and Rita welcome you into their house in Correze where historic villages invite you to be discovered. During your excursions on foot, by bike or car, you will discover the beauty...
Located 21 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-MarchalFrom 57 € to 68 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Découvrez l'Auvergne depuis votre chalet  
9.4
Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal
Supremely comfortable chalets with covered terrace, garden furniture, loungers and barbecue. Adsl access with free wifi. Eight-hectare estate with a stream running through it, chalets...
Located in Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal273 € per week 
La Grangeoune
Cros
On a 4-hectare property, which is itself surrounded by pastures and fir, the Grangeoune is an old farmhouse completely renovated in 1999. Ideal for nature lovers and lovers of peace...
Located 8.2 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-MarchalFrom 300 € to 450 € per week 
Chez Josette et Jeantout
Le Monteil
In a quiet little village situated in the heart of the Massif Central, you will stay in an authentic and enjoyable. On the ground floor a living room with kitchen, lounge and living...
Located 12.9 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-MarchalFrom 200 € to 300 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Le Moulin de Serre    
7.8
Singles
This very spacious and well maintained campsite is set in a beautiful wooded valley beside the Burande river, close to the upper Dordogne valley, between the very big lake of Bort les...
Located 16.4 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-MarchalFrom 12.50 € to 19.25 € per day 
Camping La Vallée  
La Tour-d'Auvergne
Small quiet family camping, altitude 900 m, 1 klm from the village (shops). Mobil homes, chalets and caravans, sweet animations and tranquility assured. Lake with lifeguard in summer...
Located 18 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal12.50 € per day 
Camping Poutie  
La Bourboule
Located 10 minutes walk from the center of La Bourboule, camping Poutie is the perfect place for tourists and 'curistes' who wish to enjoy their holidays in a quiet and greenery. Choose...
Located 27 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal 

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HOTELS
Le Rider     
7.4
Bort-les-Orgues
Le Rider Hotel is situated just in front of the train station in Bort les Orgues. It offers comfortable rooms with modern facilities and a restaurant. All of the rooms have a private...
Located 4.8 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-MarchalRoom from 40 €
Logis Central Hotel     
7.7
Bort-les-Orgues
A former post house, this family-run hotel offers both a gorgeous view over Bort-les-Orgues on the border of Auvergne and Limousin, and a warm and friendly welcome. For your convenience,...
Located 4.9 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-MarchalRoom from 54 €
Chalet La Lune près du lac et du château Beaulieu 
Beaulieu
Discover the 'Auvergne from this cottage in the Cantal. The Chalet is situated on a slope overlooking the South West Gorges of the Dordogne. The chalet is located in a holiday park...
Located 7.6 km from Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal

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Hôtel Le Square
Set in the heart of Aurillac, this little hotel welcomes you near the historic city, in front of a beautiful park. Guest...
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