Grossouvre

Grossouvre

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownGrossouvreLa Chapelle-Hugon at 3.5 km (4 min)
Insee code18106Vereaux at 5.3 km (7 min)
Postcode18600Sancoins at 6.2 km (7 min)
Latitude46.8780990Germigny-l'Exempt at 6.3 km (8 min)
Longitude2.9383490La Guerche-sur-l'Aubois at 9.3 km (12 min)
AltitudeFrom 182 to 230 metersApremont-sur-Allier at 9.9 km (11 min)
Surface15.75 km²Neuvy-le-Barrois at 10.7 km (12 min)
Population238 inhabitantsLe Chautay at 12 km (15 min)
Density15 inhabitants/km²Mornay-sur-Allier at 13.4 km (12 min)
Chief townBourges (at 57 km, 53 min)Ignol at 13.8 km (16 min)
DepartmentCherSagonne at 14 km (14 min)
RegionCentreSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Grossouvre is a municipality located in the department of Cher (central region). The city belongs to Grossouvre Sancoins Township and the Borough of Saint-Amand-Montrond. Its inhabitants are called Grossouvrois (es). They numbered 238 in the 1999 census, 254 to the DE1990. Its area is 15.9km ².

The town was founded in 1863 by distraction of common Vereaux, The Chapellle-Hugon and Sancoins. Grossouvre is a small village quite remarkable with a rich past but also a present. Grossouvre has an industrial past with its ironworks, which had their heyday late 19th and early 20th, its castle, church of the nineteenth ... It is also present, with its exceptional quality of life, and its merchants, craftsmen, farmers, the tile, its logging ...


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Hall of Grossouvre:
  • Discover the history of iron! On June 20, 2009 has opened a unique space designed by Jamy Gourmaud (famous animator France 3).
  • Grossouvre The hall has a stage design interactive, educational and fun that takes you on an adventure for everyone.
  • The forges Grossouvre:
  • Grossouvre has a rich industrial past with its ironworks in 1791 that 840 workers were working! The forges Grossouvre ceased all activities in 1879 after three centuries of prosperity. A closed in 1882. The main reason is the price of fuel. The coal transport through channels is expensive which prohibits the production of steel competitive. Steelmakers deem it advisable to install the plants near coal mines. Conversely these same channels used to marvel activities related to land as the tile. Grossouvre of the tile is still in full swing.
  • Some buildings as "Hall Coal", "galleries" which housed the ironworkers have been restored and have been classified under the historic industrial heritage. They are the subject of tours.
  • Recreation:
  • Fishing: In a radius of ten kilometers, the village is surrounded by water, there is plenty of choice!
  • Hunting: It has its detractors and its fans, it remains a rural phenomenon very entrenched. It is no longer practiced by a minority.
  • The walks or hikes: Again you are spoiled for choice in kilometers of communal roads. Organized walks are also offered.
  • Possibility to practice riding, paragliding, cycling ....
PHOTOS
Entry Grossouvre
 
Hall
Hall coal, tile, galleries
 
Gallery before renovation
Galleries renovated
  
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 3°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Thursday 16 February
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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Le Petit Château de Vary    
9.6
Langeron
In Burgundy, in the heart of the Nièvre countryside, a house from the 17th century, situated in a park of 2 hectares; You will love the authenticity of the residence and the soothing...
Located 12.5 km from GrossouvreFrom 65 € to 95 € the double room 
Château du Marais    
9.4
Gimouille
In a beautiful castle historical monument built in 14th century, the 3 guest rooms are furnished in the dungeon. At the gates of Nevers and 12 km from Magny-Cours. Near the medieval...
Located 15.1 km from Grossouvre90 € the double room 
Ailloud Goussard    
9.5
Saint-Pierre-le-Moûtier
Close to the Circuit Nevers-Magny-Cours, the medieval village of Apremont sur Allier, the floral park and the whale Nevers city of history, this charming village house you will enjoy...
Located 16.8 km from Grossouvre65 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le Domaine des Turaux
Vereaux
Pretty renovated farmhouse 18 th in a homestead Berry, region rich in medieval castles, Romanesque churches in their villages each day enlivened their small market it is nice to visit,...
Located 4.5 km from GrossouvreFrom 700 € to 750 € per week 
Le Gîte des Mornes
Saint-Aignan-des-Noyers
The cottage offers the hills rental accommodation near Berry, Bourbonnais, Nivernais. At the heart of the Pays de Loire, Val d'Aube, this luxury house can accommodate 30 people for...
Located 16.2 km from Grossouvre2000 € per week 
Le plaix pouzy mesangy Lurcy Lévis  
9.5
Pouzy-Mésangy
A 10 km from the A 77,3 hours south of Paris, between Bourges, Moulins and Nevers, we welcome you in a strong houses of the 16th century and do you know our country. Quiet, quiet, relaxing,...
Located 18.5 km from Grossouvre260 € per week 

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HOTELS
Les Roulottes De Silvabelle 
Mars-sur-Allier
Located on a pony farm, this guest house is just 20 km from Nevers. It offers a covered swimming pool, a sauna and free bicycle hire for exploring the surrounding area. The caravans...
Located 11.5 km from GrossouvreRoom from 50 €
Château de Saint-Augustin    
8.8
Château-sur-Allier
Located 60 kilometres south of Bourges, Chateau de Saint Augustin is an officially classified Historic Monument. The castle offers 5 rooms and suites with an original 18th century décor....
Located 11.7 km from GrossouvreRoom from 130 €
Château des Réaux 
Le Chautay
Château des Réaux sits on a stunning 7-hectare park in a small wooded area in Le Chautay. It houses elegant and stylish rooms with an en suite bathroom and views of the surrounding...
Located 12.6 km from GrossouvreRoom from 100 €

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Cher
Villa C
Villa C is a boutique hotel, located a 10-minute walk from the historical centre and Bourges Cathedral. It offers chic Italian...
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