Égletons

Égletons

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION			CLOSEST TOWNS
Town	Égletons		Rosiers-d'Égletons at 5 km (6 min)
Insee code	19073		Moustier-Ventadour at 5.5 km (11 min)
Postcode	19300		Darnets at 7.9 km (11 min)
Latitude	45.4060180		Soudeilles at 8 km (11 min)
Longitude	2.0463779		Chapelle-Spinasse at 8.5 km (13 min)
Altitude	From 533 to 800 meters		Saint-Yrieix-le-Déjalat at 9.4 km (20 min)
Surface	16.85 km²		Péret-Bel-Air at 10.1 km (22 min)
Population	4355 inhabitants		Sarran at 10.3 km (21 min)
Density	302 inhabitants/km²		Vitrac-sur-Montane at 10.6 km (22 min)
National label			Davignac at 11.3 km (23 min)
Chief town	Tulle (at 34 km, 31 min)		Maussac at 11.9 km (14 min)
Department	Corrèze		Saint-Hilaire-Foissac at 11.9 km (24 min)
Region	Limousin		Search another town

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Égletons, the city in the country!

His motto "Inania pello" I reject the vain things.

In the Middle Ages, Égletons, walled city became the capital of the manor of Ventadour. The Lord of Ventadour allows the city to administer itself in the 13th century: Égletons becomes a free city. Its bell tower and its walls still bear witness to the medieval past of the city. 17th to 19th century the town became known thanks to its large families provide many significant (military, doctors, lawyers, members ...) retain Octave Lacroix, poet, bookseller, publisher (advisor Sainte-Beuve, Vigny and Hugo), Edmond Vignard, a chemical engineer and prehistorian.

Égletons resurgent in 1929 with Charles Spinasse imagine that a large urban project in this city of modest size. The label "Heritage of the 20th Century" awarded by the Ministry of Culture in 2009 attests to the architectural and urban planning of the city.

Égletons, the national capital of education in the construction industry and public works, welcomed 3-4000 students and trainees each year. Dynamic city and looking to the future, Égletons also offers many opportunities for tourism and recreation.

• To see:

• The walls, beautiful portions of the 15th century, some slightly revised again surround the upper town.
• Weapons of Ventadour, these arms in a tympanum carved granite were brought Castle Ventadour and date from the 15th century.
• The Hotel D'Ambert of Sérilhac, formerly a fortified house to protect access to the city and then rebuilt from the 17th century by the family of D'Ambert Sérilhac. The entrance is decorated with a carved tympanum from Castle Ventadour, it is Samson slaying the lion. One can admire on the roof of this building two elegant wrought-iron weather vanes.
• The Rectory, features some of the plans of the old house Sikora (notable family) itself remains of a fortified house. Largely rebuilt in the 20th century, the tradition tells us that all doors and windows (early 16th century) from Castle Ventadour.
• The Church of St. Anthony the Hermit (the Egyptian), built in the second half of the 12th century and rebuilt in the late 19th century, presents a set of contemporary stained glass windows made in the national interest in 1957 the 13 bays of this beautiful building.
• The Chapel of the Penitent, she was once that of a hospital located outside the fortified city. The White Penitents took possession in 1591. Today only the chapel remains, and its facade are medieval gate.
• The fountain Marchadial one of the first fountains installed in the city since the 19th century, the cross was made by two blacksmiths and appointed Redondin Estrade.
• The Discovery Center of the Middle Ages, in a mansion of the 18th century, welcomes all those who wish to immerse themselves in the Middle Ages through a permanent exhibition and a medieval garden, temporary exhibitions and workshops complement the time travel.
• La Maison du Terroir, shop craftsmen and producers of the country and around Égletons who have partnered to promote and share know-how regional and traditional crafts.
• Lake with his fitness trail and arboretum.

• To do:

• Aquarécréatif Centre: swimming pool, relaxation area and relaxation, fitness and bodybuilding.
• Riding.
• Karting.
• Events air.
• Hiking, mountain biking, quad, 4x4.
• Fishing, hunting.
• Cultural and Sports Centre.
• Library.
• Cinema.

• Market on Sunday morning.
• Frequently, the first and third Friday of the month.
• The Chats, Monthly.
• Exhibitions at the OTI, monthly.
• Regional Market on Friday evenings in July and August.
• Young at Art Festival in May.
• Medieval Festival of Country Ventadour, the second half of July.
• Votive festival, Aug. 15.

• "Heritage of the Pays d'Égletons", available at the Tourist Office Country Égletons.
• Circuit "Nature Tourism in Country of Égletons", available at the Tourist Office Country Égletons.
• Fortress Ventadour in Moustier-Ventadour.
• Viaduc des Rochers and blacks Lapleau Soursac and road Transcorrézien.
• Heritage House in Saint-Merd Lapleau.
• Garden Centauri at St. Yrieix-the-Déjalat.
• Garden Bardot (natural site) in Marcillac la Croisille.
• House of hunting and wildlife Champagnac la Noailles.
• Natural Park of Millevaches in Limousin.
• CDNLPA, Nature Station Sports in Marcillac la Croisille (sailing, canoeing, archery, mountain biking, orienteering, tree climbing).
• Castle in Sédières Clergoux.
• Museum President Sarran.

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 6°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -3°C - Max. 3°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 2°C

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4 à 6     8.3 Sarran At the heart of the average mountain limo, in a unique setting, an old farm corrézienne offers fine dining and a change of scenery provided for stays between friends, family or lovers.... Located 8.5 km from Égletons 53 € the double room

Domaine la paillote   Corrèze The situation of our guesthouse Bed & Breakfast Domaine La Palloite is really splendid, high above the mediaeval village of Corrèze with a spectacular view over the protected center... Located 14.3 km from Égletons From 74 € to 84 € the double room

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Chastagnol   8.4 Chaumeil Plateau de Millevaches. 15th-17th-century granit house with character. In the heart of Monédières massif. Height : 750 m. Large garden. All modern conveniences. Central heating (gas).... Located 14.4 km from Égletons From 370 € to 530 € per week

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Gîte le Monédière   10 Chanac-les-Mines Cottage for holidays in the Monédière tribe or family: charming cottage with comfort and functionality. Home adapted to disability standards. Pool. Can rent for 6 people in September,... Located 24 km from Égletons From 850 € to 1600 € per week

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Camping le Vianon   Palisse Camping le vianon**** is a family campground, near the Gorges of the Dordogne, Lake Neuvic, Parc des Volcans d'Auvergne, Cantal Mountains, Plateau Millevaches. Chalets 4-5 and 7 pers.... Located 12.6 km from Égletons From 18.15 € to 28.45 € per day

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Domaine Du Bosquet     7.6 Égletons Between Brive and Clermont-Ferrand, 300 metres from the village centre of Egletons is the Domaine Du Bosquet. It offers 2 and 3-room houses with a private panoramic terrace. Each house... Located in Égletons Room from 27 €

Relais D'Egletons      6.5 Égletons Relais d'Egletons is located in a calm area in the village of Egletons. The 6 rooms of the hotel are quiet, comfortable with the necessary equipments. The restaurant of the hotel offers... Located in Égletons Room from 42 €

Colorado     9 Rosiers-d'Égletons Colorado comprises 6 wooden chalets situated in Rosiers-d’Egleton in the heart of the Correze region. Surrounded by nature, it has a large garden and a terrace with views of the forests.... Located 2.6 km from Égletons Room from 60 €

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