Saignes

Saignes

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Saignes
Insee code	15169
Postcode	15240
Latitude	45.3358420
Longitude	2.4790890
Altitude	From 442 to 780 meters
Surface	6.81 km²
Population	922 inhabitants
Density	135 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief town	Aurillac (at 74 km, 73 min)		Sauvat at 4.1 km (5 min)
Department	Cantal		Vebret at 4.7 km (6 min)
Region	Auvergne		Search another town

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This pretty village of medieval origin, is bathed by the warm climate of the valley Sumène. Built at the foot of two ancient volcanoes, the village of Saignes is enhanced by the strength of its many shops. The beautiful houses of the place testify to a rich past, like the Romanesque chapel perched on a volcanic outcrop and the remains of the castle which emerge a special atmosphere.

Holy Cross Church of the 12th century.

Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-castle (XII century).

Puy de Saignes: A footpath leads to the summit of the Puy dominated by a beautiful metal cross. A tool for reading the landscape as well as picnic tables are installed.

Green slope: old railway 14 km tarred with the possibility to practice cycling, rollerblading, scooter Bassignac to Vebret.

Nautical and beach on Lake Lastioulles: pedal boat rentals, catamarans, dinghies, canoes, kayaks and surfboards; lessons and courses at different levels.

Many hiking trails: guidebook "Roads Sumène Artense" (25 hiking trails - 12 road bike - Tour de Pays) on sale at the Tourist Offices.

Chastel Marlhac tray (Le Monteil), view of the mountains of Sancy.

Roc Vignonnet (Antignac) view of the valley Sumène, 12th century chapel.

Museum of mine Champagnac exhibitions tools, accessories and pictures, movie, model. Open in July and August. Tel. : +33 4 71 69 61 55.

Museum of butterflies and insects of the world Ydes-Bourg: open in July and August. Tel. : +33 4 71 40 82 51.

Treasury of Sacred Art in Ydes-Bourg: open in July and August. Tel. : +33 4 71 40 82 51.

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Chapelle Notre-Dame-du-Château		Puy de Saignes
Église Sainte-Croix		Place Saignes

Wednesday 22 May Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 13°C

Thursday 23 May Day Night Min. -3°C - Max. 9°C

Friday 24 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 8°C

Hostellerie de la Maronne   10 Saint-Martin-Valmeroux The Hostellerie de la Maronne welcomes you in a bucolic setting in Saint-Martin-Valmeroux in the heart of the Auvergne! Located in a large park with a beautiful view over the valley,... Located 19.4 km from Saignes 25 € per person

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Maison Chabrat     9.4 Liginiac Rudi and Rita welcome you into their house in Correze where historic villages invite you to be discovered. During your excursions on foot, by bike or car, you will discover the beauty... Located 15.8 km from Saignes From 57 € to 68 € the double room

Champ du Moulin     9.9 Cros Welcome to Odile and Patrick, for your stay in cottages in Auvergne, on the set of Artense; ideal region for a homecoming and a holiday in peace with family, friends, or vacationing... Located 18.2 km from Saignes 49 € the double room

La Pinderie Massif du Sancy   Chastreix 3 furnished rooms on the first floor of the owners' house (converted barn in 2008), rooms are accessed by entering either owners or independently from the terrace at the back overlooking... Located 29 km from Saignes 48 € the double room

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Chez Josette et Jeantout Le Monteil In a quiet little village situated in the heart of the Massif Central, you will stay in an authentic and enjoyable. On the ground floor a living room with kitchen, lounge and living... Located 3.6 km from Saignes From 200 € to 300 € per week

Gîte de groupe St Martin Champagnac At the heart of the vilage Champagnac (North Cantal), next to the church listed in an enclosure, a former rectory in 2010 restored cottage group of 12 people. Large living room with... Located 6.7 km from Saignes 900 € per week

Découvrez l'Auvergne depuis votre chalet   9.4 Champs-sur-Tarentaine-Marchal Supremely comfortable chalets with covered terrace, garden furniture, loungers and barbecue. Adsl access with free wifi. Eight-hectare estate with a stream running through it, chalets... Located 14.8 km from Saignes 273 € per week

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Le Moulin de Serre     7.8 Singles This very spacious and well maintained campsite is set in a beautiful wooded valley beside the Burande river, close to the upper Dordogne valley, between the very big lake of Bort les... Located 24 km from Saignes From 12.50 € to 19.25 € per day

Camping La Vallée   La Tour-d'Auvergne Small quiet family camping, altitude 900 m, 1 klm from the village (shops). Mobil homes, chalets and caravans, sweet animations and tranquility assured. Lake with lifeguard in summer... Located 27 km from Saignes 12.50 € per day

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Logis Central Hotel      7.7 Bort-les-Orgues A former post house, this family-run hotel offers both a gorgeous view over Bort-les-Orgues on the border of Auvergne and Limousin, and a warm and friendly welcome. For your convenience,... Located 7.4 km from Saignes Room from 54 €

Le Rider      7.4 Bort-les-Orgues Le Rider Hotel is situated just in front of the train station in Bort les Orgues. It offers comfortable rooms with modern facilities and a restaurant. All of the rooms have a private... Located 8 km from Saignes Room from 40 €

Chalet La Lune près du lac et du château Beaulieu  Beaulieu Discover the 'Auvergne from this cottage in the Cantal. The Chalet is situated on a slope overlooking the South West Gorges of the Dordogne. The chalet is located in a holiday park... Located 13.3 km from Saignes

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