Mariol

Mariol

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownMariol
Insee code03163
Postcode03270
Latitude46.0215400
Longitude3.4974070
AltitudeFrom 256 to 540 meters
Surface9.41 km²
Population772 inhabitants
Density82 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief townMoulins (at 73 km, 81 min)Ris at 2.7 km
DepartmentAllierSaint-Priest-Bramefant at 4.4 km
RegionAuvergneSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION
  • Its location:
  • Mariol is a small French village, located in the department of Allier and the Auvergne region. Its inhabitants are Mariolis and Mariolaises. Surrounded by surrounding communities as Ris, Saint-Priest-Bramefant and Mons Mariol is located 13 km south-east of Vichy, the largest city nearby.
  • Located at the entrance of a natural path of the Mountain Bourbonnais, Mariol, away from main traffic routes, has a peaceful nature. The village is traversed throughout its length by a stream, the Darot.
  • His story:
  • A part explained by the crossing of the river Allier, with the penetration of the Mountain Bourbonnaise and fluctuating boundaries of the provinces of Auvergne and Bourbonnais.
  • Originally installed on the immediate banks of the Allier, instead of "Les Grands Vaux, its inhabitants have been driven by wars of religion in the second half of the 16th century. They found refuge near the castle, which was a resort for children for many years, it is now renovated into several apartments by Dutchmen. The castle protected the natural gateway to the mountains with the military structures that were the castles of Maulmont, Piégut, Forion.
  • Village Winemaker of smallholders engaged in mixed farming and livestock, most older houses retain the appearance of a farm with the barn and stables. The vines produced a nice little wine that reminded the Holy Pourçain. King Henry the fourth could enjoy it on its way to the castle Busset. But these vines have been uprooted because of phylloxera. Residents have become managers or workers in St. glassworks Yorre Puy-Guillaume or Vichy. The mansions housed the largest owners.
  • Origin of name:
  • Mariol would mean an end Gallic Grand Champs. The original village called Grand Valley and Grand Vaux. Mariol is Latin mas mansium: house and revolvers, rivus: stream, or house near the creek.
  • In local dialect, Mariol Mariou said: it is close to Latin roots in French ru = rio = Spanish rivers.
  • In the Middle Ages, a Mariolle was a holy picture or a statue bearing the likeness of the Blessed Virgin Mary, as the votive festival of the town which is scheduled for September 8, the date of the Nativity of the Virgin, one would be led suggests that this religious event is recalled in the name Mariol cited devoted to Mary mother of Jesus. A hypothesis that may have followers.
  • The name Mariol was that of a brave soldier of Napoleon, born in the Southwest. This "Mariol" military was famous for his incessant bragging. Hence the phrase, frequently used in everyday language: do mariol, be interesting.
  • Let us preferably Latin etymology or Gallic. Although acceptance "house near the creek" seems really rather attractive in so far as it evokes one of the first elements of the historic village.
  • Remember that Mariol, was a common farmers and growers. In 1852, there were 917 inhabitants. This was the third Napoleon who, during his short stay in Vichy had established the route to Chateau-Gaillard Busset. The pond located close (hamlet Foucaud) bears the name of the emperor. So it was a large agricultural town with weekly markets.
  • Mariol boasts the unusual privilege of a song, the hymn "The Mariolaise.

SIGHTSEEING
  • Mariol Castle: It was built in the 16th century on the site of the first feudal edifice was restored in the 19th century in a neo-Gothic. It has retained its square towers at the corners, ogee moldings above the windows. The moat is fed by the Darot. After being lauded for many years to a summer camp, it is always restored and transformed into several apartments (not open).
  • Pigeon: Located in Funny and created the 19th century, it is square, timber-framed, on stilts, and the slab is made of brick. It is topped by a lantern whose finial in the shape of a pigeon. It represents the type of pigeon that occur most frequently in Limagne.
  • Fountain: This fountain was built in basalt by Mr. And Mrs. Jules Barchon in 1836, as evidenced by the inscription at its base.
  • Saint-Cyr-et-Saint-Julitte: The parish of the former diocese of Clermont was the presentation of the archpriest of Cusset. The church was rebuilt in 1881 by architect Jean-Baptiste Moreau on a Latin cross, neo-Gothic. The term of the building refers to Julitte Cyr and his son, of Syrian origin, martyred in Tarsus. Cyr, who was less than three years would, according to the Golden Legend, suffered a huge number of torments, his executioners would, among other torture, tried to cut in half, hence its status as patron of sawyers .
  • Cross Mission: Established in 1885. On a pole stone neo-Gothic stands an iron cross at the foot of which stand two angels. It probably reflects the transition from a mission in the neighborhood, and in a context of re-Christianization campaigns in which the wave of the 19th century were many precedents in all regions of France.
  • Hike to do on Mariol: The Valley Darot:
  • Access to the departure place of the church.
  • Parking possible in front of City Hall.
  • Check: Facing the church, from right and walk along the creek on Darot. Skip next to the castle (sixteenth century).
  • 1. Continue on the path Piégut, then at the crossroads, continue straight.
  • 2. Continue straight on the dirt road.
  • 3. Continue on the path to the left. On the road, turn left and cross Piégut (stone houses, wells, oven), then the intersection (cross, holy cross on plinth with stone), continue the path on the right.
  • 4. At the crossroads, facing down.
  • 5. At D 175 (view of the hamlet of settlers), turn left (old cross on a stone base), then follow the next left towards Grenettes (overlooking the Bois Noirs).
  • 6. Cross the farm, head into the barn, then down to the left (old vane), overlooking the Val d'Allier and the volcanos.
  • 7. At the cross-roads, down to the right and cross the wood.
  • 8. A wooden cross, turn left into the path of the Three Crosses. In Mariol, take the Rue de la Randière to join the church.

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • In January, the Festival Committee brought the theater group "The buddies Champaux.
  • In April, the Fire Brigade make their dinner dance audience.
  • In May, the Festival Committee offers its flea market in the town of Mariol and surprise on his rally around Mariol (free).
  • In June, Decibel you are dancing at their balls in the spring and School Plus invites you to come see the children dancing to the carnival schools (free).
  • In July, the Festival Committee hosts its night market in the streets of Mariol (free).
  • The second weekend of September, the Festival Committee made his feast day in the village of Mariol (free).
  • In October, the club hosts its Mariolaise Star contest Belotti Decibel and continues to dance at the ball fall.
  • In December, the Festival Committee shows its Christmas market (free), and to finish the year, the eve of International Associations December 31.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Carriage ride in Livradois-ForezNature and the outdoorsFrom 180 € to 250 €Ris (3.1 km)

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PHOTOS
Castle Mariol 13th Century
 
Town Hall
Fountain Square Church
 
Detail of the Fountain Square Church
Washtub
 
Mariol Church
Church Mariol
 
Church Mariol
Interior of the Church of Mariol
 
Interior of the Church of Mariol
Interior of the Church of Mariol
 
Interior of the Church of Mariol
Interior of the church Mariol
 
Interior of the Church of Mariol
Interior of the Church of Mariol
 
Interior of the Church of Mariol
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RESTAURANTS 
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Bellerive-sur-Allier
This restaurant is open waterfront side Bellerive-sur-Allier. The concept is original: in addition to a varied menu, the O O Wire offers a lounge and a bar with atmosphere with specific...
Located 11.6 km from Mariol33 € per person 
Le Montreize  
8.5
Vichy
Discovery - Looking for a nice place to enjoy with family? The quest is over, gourmet cuisine, fresh and local, the restaurant Montreize is for you! Here is your paradise in the heart...
Located 12.5 km from Mariol28 € per person 
Les Caudalies  
9
Vichy
Meals historical - Have you ever attended a meal surrounded by the history of France? Have you ever wanted to sit where you sat an emperor? The restaurant Les Caudalies opens the doors...
Located 12.5 km from Mariol48 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Moulin de la Planche Ferrand    
9.4
Puy-Guillaume
In the gorges of the Credogne green and wild in the heart of Park Livradois this old water mill fully restored will be a delightful place for you away from everyday stress, ideal for...
Located 9.8 km from Mariol79 € the double room 
Moulin de Champhigne    
9.3
Puy-Guillaume
Former flour mill dating from 1573, completely restored, located in the Park Livradois-Forez in a green idyllic, natural and preserved, the gorges of the Credogne. You will find tranquility...
Located 10 km from Mariol70 € the double room 
Moulin saint-jean    
9.5
Cusset
In a privileged and classified, green area along the river, come to discover this former mill eighteenth century function with its fleet of 1.5 hectares, swimming pool, private fishing...
Located 12 km from Mariol75 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gite dan'hube  
9.2
Saint-Jean-d'Heurs
Detached Bungalow: You long for calm and independence, welcome to the home of St. John of Hours, we offer a house 5min walk-out highway, on private grounds of 1500 m² in a nice, close...
Located 23 km from MariolFrom 380 € to 550 € per week 
Chateau Arfeuilles
Arfeuilles
Welcome to Château Arfeuilles! Having a good meal and a good glass of wine, enjoying the regional delicacies, poodle in the swimming pool, wine and dine. With the sound of crickets...
Located 23 km from MariolFrom 1150 € to 1450 € per week 
Le Sapey ferme Gite 10 pers- très isolée
Saint-Nicolas-des-Biefs
10 pers cottage-very isolated 900-SPA Whirlpool -beautiful garden with pond comfort in the heart of a future regional park, this former farmhouse classified 4 stars has a beautiful...
Located 23 km from MariolFrom 450 € to 1050 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping de la croix st Martin (Vichy)    
8.8
Abrest
Family campsite, open from 10 April to 10 October, located in a quiet and green along the river Allier, Vichy and the doors close to the mountain Bourbonnais. Relaxing and spacious....
Located 10.6 km from Mariol 
Beau rivage sur les Berges de l'Allier    
9.2
Bellerive-sur-Allier
Beau Rivage: At the gates of Auvergne, 80 shaded and bounded along the Allier River in a unique setting overlooking the gardens of Vichy, 3 minutes from downtown. Mobile home Riviera...
Located 11.6 km from MariolFrom 13.10 € to 17.50 € per day 
Domaine la Chabanne 
Châtel-Montagne
In the heart of the Montagne Bourbonnaise Geert-Jan Nike and welcome you in their field of Chabanne. We offer our family campsite located about 5 km from the village of Châtel-Montagne....
Located 20 km from MariolFrom 15 € to 18 € per day 

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HOTELS
Château de Maulmont     
8.9
Saint-Priest-Bramefant
Entirely renovated, the Chateau de Maulmont welcomes you in a former Templar fortress, in the heart of the Auvergne area, and offers the ideal backdrop to your stay in a 2-hectare park....
Located 4.2 km from MariolRoom from 138 €
Château de Busset    
7.7
Busset
Overlooking the Allier Valley, the Château de Busset is both a medieval fortress and a Renaissance castle, whose Italian influence smoothes the original design of a building dating...
Located 4.7 km from MariolRoom from 123 €
Le Relais Hotel de Marie     
7.4
Puy-Guillaume
Located in Puy-Guillaume, this hotel offers a restaurant and a brasserie with a terrace. Free Wi-Fi and free private parking are available at the hotel. Guest rooms are simply decorated...
Located 7.2 km from MariolRoom from 52 €

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