Chémery

Chémery

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownChémery
Insee code41049
Postcode41700
Latitude47.3457330
Longitude1.4789380
AltitudeFrom 84 to 136 meters
Surface34.16 km²
Population1027 inhabitants
Density30 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelsMéhers at 3 km (4 min)
Chief townBlois (at 31 km, 39 min)Rougeou at 5.5 km (6 min)
DepartmentLoir-et-CherBilly at 7.2 km (7 min)
RegionCentreSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

According to the Abbot in his Voisin historical essay of 1839, Chémery means "the wood in the center of the township near the creek. Wall or Mhuire is "the very midst of the township.

Like most towns in the Valley of the Cher, the people of Chémery, consisting of a multitude of small farmers often winemakers, married the 19th century republican ideas.

The coat of arms represents Chémery a tower for the castle which stands in the middle of the village a barrel to emphasize the importance of common wine and a fish for its river, ponds and anglers, and a flare to signal storage of Gaz de France.

Located at the crossroads of the Sologne, Touraine and Berry, Chémery is the ideal place for a pleasant stay. Moreover, thanks to its privileged location is within walking Chémery castles of the Loire (Chambord, Blois, Cheverny, Chaumont-sur-Loire, Chenonceaux ...).

You will find many Chémery wine producing AOC Touraine Wine Country Gardens of France Gamay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay and Cot. A wine list is available that can welcome you to the Office of Tourism.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The church, rebuilt in 1863, the Church of St. William is unique in its front cover the inscription "French Republic - Liberty, Equality, Fraternity", marks the separation of church property and of the state.
  • Castle Chémery: construction of the thirteenth, fifteenth and sixteenth centuries, it can be visited. For more information: email: chateauchemery@wanadoo.fr
  • The Mill: Built on the banks of the reindeer, the mill was in operation until 1964. Be visited on request +33 2 54 32 46 66.
  • Possibility to visit a wine cellar that stretches over 3 km of tunnels at a depth of 40 meters underground. Information +33 2 54 32 32 21.
  • 4 tours are available on the town:
  • Track 1: Path of the Great Brush 18 km.
  • Track 2: Way of the Landes 12 km.
  • Tour 3: Tour of Angebaudière 9 km.
  • Track 4: Track 5 km of the ponds, you can admire the lake of the Ark, one of the largest bodies of water in Sologne (about 54 hectares). It is forbidden to fish. Bird sanctuary, many kinds of birds find refuge.
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Information pointsTourist Office of Chémery
MonumentsCastle of Chémery

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • In January: Meals on St. Vincent in the village hall.
  • In February: Dinner Dance at the Village Hall, Belote Fire Station at the Village Hall.
  • In March: Theatre by adult Youth Club at the Village Hall.
  • April: Garage sale and Fair to All stage cycling race on Easter Monday.
  • In May: Plant sale by Deco Entertainment-Gardening, Theatre and Dance child by the Kids Club at the Village Hall.
  • July 14: Bastille Day with parade and picnic.
  • In September: Walk Twin.
  • In October: Hiking the Festival Committee.
  • In November: St. Barbara and St. Cecilia in the village hall.
  • December: Christmas Market.
  • December: Fire Walk.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Castles of the Loire (Chambord, Blois, Cheverny, Chaumont-sur-Loire, Chenonceaux).

Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Stroll around Sauvète wine estateLocal flavours8 €Monthou-sur-Cher (13.4 km)
Beauval ZooParcEntertainment25 €Saint-Aignan (14.5 km)
Hot air balloon flight over the Loire ValleyNature and the outdoorsFrom 190 € to 660 €Cheverny (16.1 km)
Themed horse ride in the countrysideNature and the outdoorsFrom 23 € to 80 €Cheverny (17 km)
Relax at a Spa with a JacuzziWellbeing20 €Pontlevoy (17.7 km)

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PHOTOS
Chémery Castle
 
Church of Chémery
Etang de l'Arche
 
Village Chémery
Town Hall and Tourist Office
 
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Harvest Festival at Old
  
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WEATHER
Thursday 23 May
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Min. 1°C - Max. 12°C
Friday 24 May
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Saturday 25 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Les Rois de France
Contres
This is the heart of the prestigious site of the Castles of the Loire, Contres in the Loir-et-Cher, the restaurant opens its doors Les Rois de France. Discover its chic interior with...
Located 9 km from Chémery51 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Maison d'hotes la queriere    
9.2
Mur-de-Sologne
3 spacious rooms in the attic of an old farm Sologne, with renewable energy for sustainable well-being in the middle of 6500 m² garden. Access via two separate entrances to the house...
Located 8.5 km from Chémery70 € the double room 
Courjumelle    
9.3
Selles-sur-Cher
Located in the garden, in the outbuildings of the house, two rooms each with its own separate entrance, in a warm, finely furnished in period furniture and 18th century and 19th century,...
Located 9.7 km from ChémeryFrom 80 € to 90 € the double room 
La noisetiere    
9.3
Noyers-sur-Cher
The Noisetière with its 3 personalized rooms, is located in the heart of vineyards and chateaux of the Loire. It is 5 minutes from Beauval Zoo and exit 85. Raoul will be pleased to...
Located 9.8 km from ChémeryFrom 62 € to 72 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
La rebardiere
Thésée
At the center of the Loire Valley prox Zoo Beauval beautiful farmhouse comfortable in a green farm playground minie bike ping pong.
Located 10.9 km from Chémery660 € per week 
Gîte équipé proche Zoo de Beauval (4 km)  
8.7
Mareuil-sur-Cher
We welcome you in Mareuil sur Cher in Touraine, near Saint-Aignan and the Beauval Zoo (5 km). You will be ideally situated to discover the prestigious locations in the Loire Valley,...
Located 12.6 km from ChémeryFrom 250 € to 350 € per week 
Gîte rural de Mareuil
Mareuil-sur-Cher
Cottage 8/10 people adjacent to the castle of Mareuil located in the village close to all shops and a public park on the banks of the Cher. Close to the Beauval Zoo and Castle of the...
Located 12.7 km from ChémeryFrom 230 € to 390 € per week 

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Chémery
Charming small quiet campsite with pool in a river and private lake in the center of the main castles like Chambord, Cheverny, as the gardens of Valençay. The Zoo Park Beauval is less...
Located in ChémeryFrom 9.90 € to 11.90 € per day 
Camping Indigo Les Châteaux  
Bracieux
At the gateway to the Sologne region, nestled amidst the Castles of the Loire... Located between the Châteaux of Chambord (8 km) and Cheverny (9 km), the Châteaux Indigo Campsite***...
Located 23 km from Chémery 

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HOTELS
Le Vieux Fusil    
8.8
Soings-en-Sologne
Le Vieux Fusil is a typical country house, ideally located for visiting the Loire Valley, with the Chateau de Cheverny a 20-minute drive away. It features free Wi-Fi access, a garden...
Located 8.1 km from ChémeryRoom from 58 €
Hôtel Le Manoir de Contres     
9.2
Contres
This 19th-century manor is set in a 1-hectare park with a pond and 200-year-old trees. It has a south-facing terrace, and the guest rooms include an iPod docking station and free Wi-Fi...
Located 8.7 km from ChémeryRoom from 115 €
Hôtel de France - Restaurant Les Rois de France     
7
Contres
Situated in the Loire Valley, this 3-star hotel features an on-site restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. It is a 10-minute drive from Cheveny Castle and 22 km from Blois. All individually...
Located 9.1 km from ChémeryRoom from 78 €

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Holiday Inn Blois Centre
Located a 10-minute walk from Blois city centre, this 4-star hotel is an ideal base to explore the Châteaux of the Loire...
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