Lurais

Lurais

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownLuraisPreuilly-la-Ville at 1.9 km (2 min)
Insee code36104Tournon-Saint-Martin at 3.8 km (4 min)
Postcode36220Tournon-Saint-Pierre at 4.3 km (5 min)
Latitude46.7046370Fontgombault at 4.9 km (5 min)
Longitude0.9513920Néons-sur-Creuse at 5.2 km (5 min)
AltitudeFrom 67 to 134 metersAngles-sur-l'Anglin at 5.5 km (6 min)
Surface13.61 km²Sauzelles at 7.6 km (8 min)
Population239 inhabitantsVicq-sur-Gartempe at 9.1 km (10 min)
Density18 inhabitants/km²Pouligny-Saint-Pierre at 9.4 km (10 min)
Chief townChâteauroux (at 67 km, 68 min)Mérigny at 9.7 km (11 min)
DepartmentIndreSaint-Pierre-de-Maillé at 9.8 km (12 min)
RegionCentreSearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

Between Creuse and Anglin, the town belongs to the department of Indre after long belonged to Poitou.

The storied town was built on the left bank of the Creuse around a priory which depended the abbey of Saint Cyprian of Poitiers. This time remain part of the priory here called "Old Castle" and the church whose oldest part dates from the 12th century.


SIGHTSEEING
  • To see the Common Lurais:
  • The church, listed on the supplementary inventory of historical monuments and the top-town with its picturesque streets.
  • The Valley Anglin, rocks (Roc de Saint Barthomé, well known to rock climbers), its lanes and Castle Montenaut (private property).
  • To do:
  • Hiking on foot or bike
  • Climbing
  • Fishing in the Creuse or Anglin
  • Petanque (club affiliated with the FFPJP)

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • Day boats Sunday after August 15:
  • Each hamlet built on a set on a topic of their choice for a parade of lighted boats on the Basement on Sunday night.
  • Free show and very popular, preceded by a day of celebration and followed by fireworks.
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -2°C - Max. 2°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 5°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 2°C - Max. 6°C
BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Martiote    
9.5
Angles-sur-l'Anglin
Charming double room with shower, wash basin, separate toilet, wardrobe, double bed (140 x 190)
Located 4.2 km from Lurais45 € the double room 
Roc de Beauchapeau    
9.8
Mérigny
Located in a beautiful setting on the banks of the Anglin brenne Park, the Rock of Beauchapeau is ideal for a stay of relaxation and fitness.
Located 6 km from Lurais60 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Le Bateau de Neons sur Creuse
Néons-sur-Creuse
Limit rents Touraine Berry and Poitou. Restored farmhouse and a simple authentique. Bord river Creuse. Clear waters to swim 20 m. ideal sinner and / or lovers nature. Calme and rest...
Located 2.6 km from LuraisFrom 300 € to 450 € per week 
La Huppe, Les Robins
Angles-sur-l'Anglin
Detached house in a green companion, located between Val de Gartempe of Anglin and Creuse-quiet and relaxing. R.D.c: lounge / dining room with kitchenette. Shower, toilet closet more...
Located 4.2 km from LuraisFrom 240 € to 300 € per week 
L'ecurie, La Metairie d'Auge
Vicq-sur-Gartempe
A delightful house, exquisite setting with uninterrupted views of the rolling countryside of the Vals de Gartempe. Courtyard, orchard, paddock & private garden. The house has a bathroom...
Located 4.7 km from LuraisFrom 255 € to 730 € per week 

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HOTELS
Logis Auberge Du Capucin Gourmand     
7.5
Tournon-Saint-Martin
Auberge Du Capucin is located in the village of Tournon-Saint-Martin, in the Indre region. It offers peaceful accommodation set within a 19-century former wine storage house. The guest...
Located 2.5 km from LuraisRoom from 45 €
Relais De La Mothe     
8.5
Yzeures-sur-Creuse
Relais de la Mothe is located in the centre of the historic village of Yzeures-sur-Creuse. It offers elegant guestrooms with free Wi-Fi and an on-site restaurant serving traditional...
Located 10.9 km from LuraisRoom from 68 €
Hotel du Théatre     
7.9
Le Blanc
Hotel du Théatre is in the heart of the village of Le Blanc, just 15 km from Parc de Brenne National Park. Free Wi-Fi internet access is available. All of the rooms at Hotel du Théatre...
Located 11.4 km from LuraisRoom from 48 €

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