Decize

Decize

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownDecizeSaint-Léger-des-Vignes at 2.9 km (5 min)
Insee code58095Champvert at 6.3 km (7 min)
Postcode58300Saint-Germain-Chassenay at 8.3 km (8 min)
Latitude46.8285830Devay at 8.4 km (9 min)
Longitude3.4613170La Machine at 9 km (12 min)
AltitudeFrom 183 to 243 metersAvril-sur-Loire at 9.1 km (10 min)
Surface48.22 km²Sougy-sur-Loire at 9.4 km (11 min)
Population5903 inhabitantsCossaye at 10 km (11 min)
Density127 inhabitants/km²Verneuil at 10.7 km (12 min)
National labelToury-Lurcy at 11.3 km (11 min)
Chief townNevers (at 36 km, 36 min)Lamenay-sur-Loire at 11.8 km (12 min)
DepartmentNièvreDruy-Parigny at 12.2 km (14 min)
RegionBurgundySearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

The city website is a rather unique rocky island in the Loire. This position earned him a turbulent history during which many monuments were built and often destroyed. It is also an active commercial center and a crossroads of waterways: Loire Old Loire, Canal du Nivernais and Canal Lateral to the Loire River and Aron make Decize a privileged site for pleasure and the pleasures associated with the water.

Decize is located 30 km from Nevers - 30 km from the Formula 1 circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours.

Access by road, rail and canals.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Promenade des Halles (single aisle planes in Europe, planted in 1771 on 985 meters long).
  • The Walls of the city.
  • The Saints Are church dating from the 11th century and rebuilt in the 17th and 18th centuries and its crypt dating from the 7th century.
  • The ruins of the castle and its underground tunnels.
  • Guided tours in summer and for individuals throughout the year by appointment for groups. Nocturnal visits to the glow of lanterns in the summer.
  • Marina Basin junction.
  • Panorama de la Pointe des Halles.
  • Boat trips (old boat Loire).
  • Pool Summer / Winter.
  • Stadium Boating (leisure) with free playground for children. Mini-golf, pedal boats, electric boats.
  • Green Lane: bike ride along the towpath of the Canal du Nivernais.
  • Downhill Loire canoe.
  • Fishing.
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Decize
Information pointsTourist Office of Decize
MonumentsChurch Saint-Aré

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Many events throughout the year.

  • March: Carnival.
  • May: big flea market and carnival of Pentecost.
  • June: Music Festival and Regatta International Canoe Kayak.
  • July: popular balls, fireworks on the 14th, crafts market, festiv'halles traditional music.
  • Aug: Market local produce and crafts fair national breeding sheep, AQPS regional competition.
  • September: Festirues, flea.
  • November: Days of livestock.
  • December: Christmas Market.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
  • Less than 10 km:
  • Mining Museum at La Machine
  • Interpretive Center tow-boat
  • Romanesque Church of Beard and Verneuil
  • 30 to 40 km:
  • Circuit de Nevers Magny-Cours
  • Nevers (ranked city of art and history)
  • Moulins-sur-Allier
  • Le Pal (amusement park and zoo)
  • Etang de Vaux and Baye
  • Village Apremont-sur-Allier (ranked among the most beautiful villages of France)
  • 60 to 100 km:
  • Museum Septennat
  • Bourges
  • Bibracte
  • Le Morvan
  • Autun
PHOTOS
Decize Glance
 
La Promenade des Halles
Le Stade Nautique
 
Downhill Loire Canoeing
The Tours
 
The Gabarre
bicycle ride along the Canal du Nivernais
  
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. -7°C - Max. 1°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Wednesday 15 February
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Les Deux    
9
Cercy-la-Tour
Very nice maison de maitre(house of standing). Wine cellar.
Located 14.6 km from DecizeFrom 60 € to 65 € the double room 
Château Latour  
Fours
Come and enjoy at Château Latour in Fours! In our beautiful 18th century mansion, we have four charming rooms available for you. All rooms are spacious, authentically decorated and...
Located 20 km from Decize75 € the double room 
Chambres d'hotes de PONAY  
Aurouër
Old farm Bourbonaise end 19 sciecle completely renovated, with home court and all its dependencies, and a large garden on an area of 5000m². The notice extends over 400m² habitable....
Located 20 km from Decize 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gîte de l'étang
Tresnay
Housed in the former stables of horses this loft of 150 m² will seduce you with its originality and its location: The terrace is located in the shadow of bamboos on the banks of a pond...
Located 26 km from DecizeFrom 400 € to 600 € per week 
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Châtillon-en-Bazois
In the heart of a traditional country village, between the river Aron and the Nivernais canal you will find the Roulottes du Bazois. Come and experience the originality of our stylish...
Located 29 km from DecizeFrom 468 € to 550 € per week 
Meublé de tourisme
Nevers
Catering in the historic center of the city of Nevers. 43 m² comfortably furnished including a living room with sofa bed, dining area and fully equipped kitchen: microwave, hob, oven,...
Located 29 km from Decize200 € per week 

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HOTELS
Le Bel Air    
6.5
Decize
This little hotel is the ideal place for a stopover in the Nièvre area. The Bel Air features 16 comfortable guest rooms, including 2 rooms for disabled guests. Each room is fitted with...
Located in DecizeRoom from 34 €
Le Chateau Du Creuset     
7.8
Neuville-lès-Decize
Situated on a 90 hectare estate in Southern Burgundy, Le Chateau Du Creuset offers a swimming pool, jacuzzi and a tennis court. It is surrounded by woodlands and there is an on-site...
Located 13.8 km from DecizeRoom from 130 €
Chateau Latour    
8.8
Fours
The Château Latour is located in the peaceful village of Fours in south-west Burgundy. The hotel has free Wi-Fi and prices include a free continental breakfast. The Château Latour has...
Located 20 km from DecizeRoom from 75 €

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Alliance Hotel Nevers Magny-Cours
The hotel is located 15 km away from Nevers and its historic monuments, and within a stone's throw of Magny-Cours Formula...
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