Charolles

Charolles

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownCharollesVaudebarrier at 4.5 km (6 min)
Insee code71106Vendenesse-lès-Charolles at 4.9 km (5 min)
Postcode71120Changy at 4.9 km (8 min)
Latitude46.4354420Champlecy at 5.6 km (7 min)
Longitude4.2770040Marcilly-la-Gueurce at 6.2 km (8 min)
AltitudeFrom 272 to 355 metersLugny-lès-Charolles at 6.2 km (7 min)
Surface19.98 km²Baron at 7.3 km (8 min)
Population3144 inhabitantsSaint-Aubin-en-Charollais at 9.5 km (11 min)
Density157 inhabitants/km²Ozolles at 9.9 km (12 min)
National labelsSaint-Julien-de-Civry at 10 km (10 min)
Chief townMâcon (at 53 km, 48 min)Hautefond at 10.1 km (10 min)
DepartmentSaône-et-LoireNochize at 10.5 km (12 min)
RegionBurgundySearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

To the south of Burgundy, Charolles, City of Charles the Bold Duke of Burgundy, is the former capital of the County of Charolais. The city is surrounded by two rivers: the Arconce and Seed, which allows very pleasant walks and gives the town a medieval air.

Many relics of the 15th and 16th centuries remain: Tour of Charles the Bold, Diamond Tower, Room Bailiwick, Convent of Poor Clares, the Priory of Madeleine. Charolles is also known for the craftsmanship of pottery that bears his name. The pottery of Charolles was created in 1844 by Hippolyte Prost, it has never ceased to produce since.

Charolles, sub-prefecture of about 3000 inhabitants, is a city flowered (3 flowers), a village stage and green holiday resort. It is also the birthplace of breeds of cattle and sheep. The Charolais beef is undoubtedly one of the jewels of French cuisine.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The remains of the 15th and 16th centuries: Tour of Charles the Bold, Diamond Tower, Room of the Bailiwick, the Poor Clares Convent, Priory de la Madeleine.
  • Charolles offers two museums to visit:
  • The Municipal Museum of the Priory: This museum is housed in a former Benedictine priory built in the 10th century. The building is famous for its ceremonial room, and decorated with masks engoulée beam passing through it. It is Cluny site. It presents an outstanding collection of porcelain from Charolles. Are also paintings of Jean Laronze (1852-1937), painter bourguignon. In the chapel of the priory are presented the works of René Davoine (1888-1962), sculptor Charolais, who exhibited at the Salon of French Artists.
  • La Maison du Charolais: a museum space for the whole family. At the heart of the birthplace of Charolais cattle breed, the Charolais House invites you to discover a family or group, this animal and the meat world famous.
Detailed information
Leisure centresMuseum René Davoine,   Museum of the Prieuré
MonumentsCastle of Charolles,   Castle of Corcelles
Performance hallsExhibition Park of Charolles

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Large flea market with over 150 exhibitors, in July, organized by the VCC Charolles.
  • Large flea market on August 15 with over 150 exhibitors.
  • The Tourist Office organizes guided tours of the city at night. The guide in medieval clothes is accompanied by a score of extras and troubadours, fire eater, riders ... Even Charles the Bold made an appearance!

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Buy beef straight from the farmLocal flavours118 €Saint-Julien-de-Civry (6 km)
Horse ride in Charolais BrionnaisNature and the outdoors20 €Nochize (8.7 km)
Horse or pony ride or trekNature and the outdoorsFrom 18 € to 40 €Saint-Laurent-en-Brionnais (18.4 km)
Caravan holiday in the hedged farmlandNature and the outdoors700 €Saint-Vallier (23 km)
Carriage ride in South BurgundyNature and the outdoorsFrom 60 € to 380 €Tancon (27 km)

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PHOTOS
Convent of Poor Clares, the headquarters of the Tourist Office Charolles
 
courtyard of the Convent of Poor Clares
Grand Bridge
 
Priory
Bridge Board
 
Room Bailiwick
Tour of Charles the Bold
 
Place Charles the Bold
Quai de l' Arconce
 
Nocturnes Medieval
Medieval Night
 
Medieval Night
Night Medieval
 
Medieval Night
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WEATHER
Saturday 18 May
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Min. 5°C - Max. 11°C
Sunday 19 May
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Min. 6°C - Max. 13°C
Monday 20 May
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Min. 3°C - Max. 14°C
RESTAURANTS 
Restaurant de la basilique  
10
Paray-le-Monial
Two air-conditioned restaurants, including one especially reserved for groups. (See pictures on our site) - a Burgundian cuisine. Culinary specialties and exclusive. A fast, attentive...
Located 12 km from CharollesFrom 10 € to 50 € per person 
Le Gibl 'O ' Thym
Gibles
Restaurant cuisine. Burgundian Gastronomique. Group meals and family.
Located 14.6 km from CharollesFrom 15 € to 30 € per person 
Le Saint-Cyr  
8.2
Montmelard
Le Saint-Cyr welcomes you in a friendly atmosphere in the heart of a small village in Burgundy Montmelard. Located in the countryside a few kilometers from the shelf, you will enjoy...
Located 15.5 km from Charolles28 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Monastère    
9.7
Viry
Michel and Christel you receive in this former mépart whose origins date back to the XII th siècle. Deux large bedrooms (35m²) with bathroom and toilet you expect to stay in calm and...
Located 6 km from Charolles60 € the double room 
Domaine Le Pré de La Serve    
9.7
Lugny-lès-Charolles
Domaine du Pré de la Serve is a true village house, formerly a village café and hotel, built in 1863 and entirely renovated in 2007. The warm colored rooms have a relaxing and modern...
Located 6 km from Charolles60 € the double room 
Chambres d'hotes de l'Ancien chateau    
9.5
Sivignon
As part of an ancient castle, we offer two guest rooms comfortably furnished in a quiet village. Extensive grounds shaded courtyard, kitchenette parking available. Acces. Wifi. We also...
Located 17.3 km from Charolles45 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Domaine de la Tour  
10
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Champlecy
A 4 km and 12 km Charolles Paray le Monial, between meadows and woods, this cottage luxury satisfy both lovers of authenticity, with its beams, tiles and stones, that fans of modern...
Located 3.9 km from CharollesFrom 440 € to 720 € per week 
Le gîte de Mireille
Champlecy
3 ears lodging for 2 people. And a baby. The heart of the Charolais countryside, 4 km and 10 km from Charolles Paray-le-Monial. Internet Phone free on mobile and fixed according Morm...
Located 4.7 km from Charolles295 € per week 
Le haras du seuil
Volesvres
Large character house with 1 hectare park, located in the grove Charolais 1 km from Paray Monial. Former farm courtyard surrounded by meadows occupied by breeding horses. Calm and greenery...
Located 10.5 km from CharollesFrom 1200 € to 1950 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping du lac    
9.3
Palinges
The three-star camp site du Lac is a small site with 40 pitches near a swimming and fishing spot. Ideal for peaceful holidays. Many activities and touristic tours: culture, sports,...
Located 14.5 km from Charolles17 € per day 
Camping des bruyeres la clayette bourgog    
9.1
La Clayette
Family Camping: Locations view on lake and castle tent, caravan, motorhome (Home Camping Car, bike and rrandonneurs stopover in Euro 10h location 2 persons) Chalet, Holiday Canvas from...
Located 16.3 km from CharollesFrom 11.80 € to 14.80 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel de la Poste     
8.7
Charolles
This hotel invites you to relax and offers the ideal backdrop to your break. The Hotel de la Poste features comfortable and elegant guest rooms and suites offering warm, cosy atmosphere...
Located in CharollesRoom from 80 €
Le Val D'or    
8.2
Volesvres
Le Val D'or is located in the village of Volesvres, in the heart of the Pays Charolais Brionnais, Burgundy. It offers free Wi-Fi internet access. The bright rooms are equipped with...
Located 9.7 km from CharollesRoom from 40 €
Delfotel     
7.5
Hautefond
The Delfotel is nestled in a lush and peaceful area 2 km away from the centre of Paray-le-Monial, right in front of the famous Canal du Centre. It features a heated swimming pool. Rooms...
Located 10.3 km from CharollesRoom from 46 €

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