Châteauroux

Châteauroux

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Located in the Centre region, the city is Châteauroux Prefecture of Indre. It is twinned with Gütersloh (Germany), Olsztyn (Poland) and Bittou (Burkina Faso).

Its history is intimately linked with that of Deols. Around 937, the lord of the nearby city built a fortress on the left bank of the Indre. It is the Chateau Raoul. A city of artisans and merchants will develop on its premises and will soon name Châteauroux by contraction.

With its strategic location at the edge of Aquitaine, Chateau Raoul and the Kings of France and England are going to dispute the possession until the 13th century. It was the Revolution that Châteauroux will become the chief of the department.

In the early 19th century, the city became industrialized (tobacco, textiles ...) and the railway arrived in 1847.

The plant installed in 1936 Aviation Deols then the implementation of a major U.S. base between 1951 and 1967 will invigorate the city and contribute to its development.

The historical Châteauroux keeps many testimonies of the medieval rue de l'Indre, Rue Grande, Saint-Martial, Porte Saint-Martin, Franciscan convent ...

The 18th is superbly represented by the Hôtel Bertrand mansion that once belonged to General Henri-Gatien Bertrand, faithful fellow soldier of Napoleon, he followed her to St. Helena (City Museum is now located). The House of Berry, Musée des Arts et Traditions Populaires, has elements of traditional art Berry.

The churches of Saint-Andre and Notre Dame, guitard the center among other evidence of 19th century architecture.

Equinoxe, Scène Nationale is a brilliant achievement today.

Both sights are the Museum Hotel Bertrand (works from the Gallo-Roman, Napoleonic memorabilia, Netherlands and Flemish paintings from the 15th to the 18th century ...) and the Convent of the Cordeliers (Franciscan convent from the 13th century, it now houses exhibitions of contemporary art).

Having been awarded the 4 flowers, Châteauroux is part of the Association of Parks and Gardens. The city is bisected by the River Indre, itself lined with green, forming a green corridor. The Public Garden is the flagship of municipal gardens offering different atmospheres and landscaped creative. The amusement park Daniel Bernardet (Belle Isle) with its lake for sporting purposes (fishing, swimming, boating on the lake playgrounds, walking and relaxing in the parks).

Concerts Half time Classic from October to April.

Brocante Sea Area - 1st Sunday of each month from October to July.

Festival of the Voice in May

DARC-Stage Festival in August.

Night Walks in September.

Lisztomania Châteauroux of October.

Old Town Deols with the Abbey site, one of the largest in France Middle Ages, fortified gates, Saint-Etienne with tombs carved of marble from 3rd century.

Romanesque Church of St. Martin in the 12th century Burning.

Church Montierchaume 12th century.

Church Étrechet 19th century.

Church of Saint-Germain-Sassierges the 12th century.

Church of Saint-Maur, 12th and 15th centuries.

Chapel of Our Lady of the Wings of the 19th century Diors.

Saint Peter's Church 13th century Maron.

Chapelle Notre Dame du Chêne at 19th Arthon.

Saint-Martin of the 12th century Arthon.

Châteauroux Forest, bordering the municipality of Poinçonnet, one of the largest oak forests of France, covering 5204 hectares.

Belle Isle Park Châteauroux		Belle Isle Park
Belle Isle Park

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -4°C - Max. 5°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 6°C

Friday 17 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 6°C

La Manufacture Châteauroux Our restaurant is based on the concept of 'bread, wine and pin', welcomes you all year round in a warm and friendly lounge. Located in Châteauroux From 20 € to 45 € per person

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Domaine de villecourte     9 Coings In the middle of France, an area of nature, trees, green with pond and creek, a guest room and cottage areas. Will give you a nice relaxing, quiet for a night or stay. Internet access.... Located 10.1 km from Châteauroux 57 € the double room

Le Grand Verdenay     9.7 Bouges-le-Château A warm welcome awaits you at Le Grand Verdenay. A farmhouse set in award winning gardens with stunning views over the open countryside yet only a few minutes walk from the Chateau de... Located 25 km from Châteauroux 50 € the double room

Appletons Farmhouse B&B/Chambres d'hotes     9 Argenton-sur-Creuse Appleton's is situated on 2 acres of beautifully landscaped countryside with a variety of trees, shrubs and lovely flowering borders. We welcome you to take a stroll through the property... Located 28 km from Châteauroux From 55 € to 65 € the double room

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Hotel Christina      7.5 Châteauroux The Christina Hotel is ideally located in the city centre of Chateauroux, in a peaceful and charming neighbourhood. Chateauroux is a city situated at the heart of France. It is surrounded... Located in Châteauroux Room from 50 €

Best Western Hôtel Colbert      8.2 Châteauroux Best Western Hôtel Colbert was once a 19th-century tobacco factory and is now a modern and elegant hotel in Châteauroux. Rooms and suites are comfortable, spacious and air-conditioned.... Located in Châteauroux Room from 78 €

Ibis Chateauroux      7.4 Châteauroux This comfortable and affordable Ibis hotel features totally renovated accommodation and is situated in the centre of Chateauroux, just 5 minutes from the train station. The modern and... Located in Châteauroux Room from 62 €

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