Mennetou-sur-Cher
Mennetou-sur-Cher
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Small village in the Loir-et-Cher of 900 souls, half-Berry, mid-Sologne, Mennetou is a haven for that attention.
Located in the Cher valley between Vierzon and Tours, Mennetou-sur-Cher is only 2 hours from Paris, 1 hour of Orleans and Tours, 30 minutes from Blois.
At the crossroads of several historic routes - Route of the Castles of the Loire, the wine route, the route of Porcelain and the road Jacques Coeur - Mennetou-sur-Cher is at the center of a region where history and cuisine combine to happy happiness as many of us.
Rural community where agriculture is still deeply rooted, however, it has a strong network of artisans and merchants, industrialists and professionals. Booming economy and tourism, through the interchange of the A85 motorway 8 km, Mennetou-sur-Cher is the meeting point for innovative minds.
Building on the development of tourism-related activities, Mennetou-sur-Cher, medieval city, is getting a makeover: the paving of all streets of the old town, medieval garden design, events related to the Middle Ages (medieval festivals, guided torchlight ...). Whether you decide to spend some time to stay there forever, you will not be any Mennetou-sur-Cher indifferent. Take time to discover or rediscover.
- On the banks of the Cher, surrounded by ramparts of the 13th century, this small town has preserved its past defense as evidenced by its picturesque streets, gates, towers and half-timbered houses and a drawbridge. Guided tours of the medieval town are proposed.
- You will find at your disposal a swimming pool (open from June 1 to September 3, closed on Mondays), tennis courts, several golf bocce, a playground on the beach Mennetou-sur-Cher.
- Frequently Asked Andouillettes and small farms of Canton Mennetou-sur-Cher: May.
- Each year, a meeting takes place and festive dining in the village of Mennetou-sur-Cher.
- General atmosphere of the festival: tasting the sausage to the string handmade by the butchers of Canton, exposure of small farms along the canal, home throughout the weekend many bands and folk groups, park setting involving many artisans, carnival for the enjoyment of children.
- Medieval festivals, Thierry la Fronde: July.
- The idea: Valuing through the festive 13th-century heritage of the medieval city. Why Thierry la Fronde: Jean Claude Deret real name Breitman still has the Benedictine priory of Mennetou-sur-Cher, Celine Leger (Isabelle in the series) still lives there. Thierry la Fronde was born in Mennetou although many scenes were shot at Castle Mill Lassay-sur-Croisne.
- Dates: the medieval festivals take place over two days and are held every two years in July.
- General atmosphere of festivities: over 150 costumed all volunteers, street performances provided jointly by professionals and volunteers: dance and music, jokes, jugglers, fire eaters, stilt walkers ... Put forward trades of the past with the workshop of the companions of duty and the presence of weavers, potters, illustrators ... For the decor, straw in the streets, animals, a camp for beggars, a medieval camp, the medieval market, medieval Mass ... The medieval tavern where you eat only bread and butter with his hands, the Escuelas where one drinks hypocras of claret. Two days where we laugh with the beggars, where we cry with convicts, where they dance with the Friends of Thierry la Fronde. The medieval festivals are both fun and festive, the visitor can not be indifferent.
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- Township Mennetou-sur-Cher: located in the extreme southeast of the Loir-et-Cher, between Berry and Sologne, Township Mennetou-sur-Cher is a land of contrasts and wealth. Located in the heart of the valley, the cradle of Cher harmony between the eight municipalities of the canton is a living picture Mennetou tinged with green. The 15 625 hectares that make up the Canton contain an unparalleled variety of landscapes. Of the Sologne forest in the north to the southern plains, is a generous nature in flora and fauna that is offered to visitors. In Roman times, this fertile green oasis was originally the creation of all villages in the canton. Cher is the presence of which will lead the construction of the Cistercian abbey of Olivet, the field of Sauveterre and the medieval city of Mennetou-sur-Cher. During the seventeenth, eighteenth and nineteenth century, the forest full of game will attract notable who will build their mansion. Township Mennetou-sur-Cher alone is a great history book open, which reserves to those who take the time to read. With less than three inhabitants per square kilometer, township Mennetou-sur-Cher is men of the earth. Large villages farmers, city within a city, an agricultural show intense until the end of the 19th century "fed" over 80% of the population. Today, agriculture is no longer that of subsistence but the major cereal crops and livestock which combines tradition and modernism.
- A network of fully signposted hiking trails and inter-communal (route sheets to be obtained from the Tourist Office).
- Several petanque in each of the municipalities in the canton.
- Play areas for children in Langon, Villefranche-sur-Cher and the Beach Châtres-sur-Cher.
- A beach at Châtres-sur-Cher. The water sports center is open every day from 1 July to 31 August and on weekends from May 1 to September 30. It offers many activities: introduction to sailing, canoeing and kayaking, rent pedal boats, canoes, kayaks, surfboards, sporting activities such as beach volleyball, table tennis, games ...
- Horse Riding in La Chapelle-Montmartin, Langon, Saint-Julien-sur-Cher and Villefranche-sur-Cher.
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 | Le Relais du Moulin Valençay |  | | Located 800 m from the Castle Valençay, Le Relais du Moulin is open 7 days 7, noon and night. Family, group or friends, our Chef offers simple dishes combining tradition and culinary... | | Located 26 km from Mennetou-sur-Cher | From 15 € to 45 € per person |
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 | Domaine de Wanacom Romorantin-Lanthenay |  | | Set 2.5 km outside of Romorantin-Lanthernay, this large cottage offers a private terrace with views of the 2-hectare park. You can use the bread oven in the kitchen or visit Gièvres,... | | Located 11.8 km from Mennetou-sur-Cher | Room from 250 € |
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