Saint-Palais

Saint-Palais

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownSaint-PalaisPréveranges at 4.3 km (5 min)
Insee code03249Mesples at 6.1 km (7 min)
Postcode03370Saint-Sauvier at 7.3 km (8 min)
Latitude46.4390290Saint-Éloy-d'Allier at 7.6 km (9 min)
Longitude2.2988890Viplaix at 7.7 km (8 min)
AltitudeFrom 304 to 448 metersSaint-Marien at 8 km (9 min)
Surface20.30 km²Saint-Pierre-le-Bost at 8.2 km (8 min)
Population191 inhabitantsSidiailles at 8.9 km (9 min)
Density9 inhabitants/km²Chambérat at 11 km (12 min)
Chief townMoulins (at 110 km, 95 min)Treignat at 11.9 km (12 min)
DepartmentAllierLeyrat at 12 km (13 min)
RegionAuvergneSearch another town
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SIGHTSEEING

Church Saint-Palais: Mentioned in the 12th century and built on a hill that was once a cemetery, the present building is the result of several periods of construction: the barrel-vaulted nave is 12th century, the choir flat apse of the 14th and finally the chapel adjoining the north side of the fifteenth. The church has a beautiful 15th century stained glass window divided into three compartments stacked ranked Subject History in 1918. The other windows date from the 19th century and also represent Saint Palais, the Saints Blaise and agricultural Fiacre, the latter protecting children convulsions. The window of the nave representing the flight into Egypt bears the family coat of arms Maisonneuve who offered the window. More rarely mentioned on a stained glass window "Tobias and the fish." The scene is described in the Old Testament where the young man catching a big fish for him to remove the gall to make the sight of his father.

Right next to the church is a cross of the 19th century wrought iron whose base is an inverted font.

There are in the township of Huriel many Celtic remains, such as Celtic crosses on the churches of Huriel and St. Eloy-Allier. Curiously, Saint-Palais, their presence is recalled by a small statue of Vercingetorix on the war memorial located in the church.

Manoir de Maison Neuve (private property): Occupying the center of a circular mound of about 40 m in diameter, this 14th century manor house but his name indicates that it has replaced an even older building . In one room, a very deep well would be the opening of a tunnel linking the castle of Boussac and Roche Préveranges up and go.

At a place called "Fins," the junction between the three departments and three provinces, it is said that "the three prefects could join hands" and discuss their business.

PHOTOS
wrought iron cross
 
Church Saint-Palais
Saint-Palais Church
 
Statue of Vercingetorix
Manoir de Maison Neuve
  
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WEATHER
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -1°C - Max. 7°C
Thursday 16 February
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Friday 17 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Le relais creusois  
10
Boussac
In the light room with flowers with a beautiful view on the valley Françoise accommodates you and help you to discover the spontaneous cooking of Jean Jacques her husband.
Located 12 km from Saint-PalaisFrom 25 € to 50 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La Maison du Journalier    
9.7
Saint-Jeanvrin
This former day laborer's cottage retains it's original open hearth, bread oven and stone sink dating from the late 18th century. Whether you arrive by bicycle, by car, or by foot,...
Located 16.6 km from Saint-Palais50 € the double room 
Les Malvaux    
9
Huriel
In a rural setting in central France, 10 km Montluçon near the village of La Chapelaude, on the floor of a renovated barn, near the family home, 3 rooms for 2,3. 4,5 people each with...
Located 16.7 km from Saint-Palais53 € the double room 
Le Gachet  
Pouligny-Notre-Dame
BED and breakfast & studio 10 km south of chatre in the berry in a rustic and warm on a farm Berry, with an interior of a regional nature. Golf and spa at 500 m.
Located 23 km from Saint-PalaisFrom 50 € to 55 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
House for 4 persons
Pouligny-Notre-Dame
House in the countryside. In a hamlet, surrounded by nature in a quiet, peaceful.
Located 24 km from Saint-PalaisFrom 230 € to 320 € per week 
Gite des Loges
Lussat
Terraced house on a farm (although come to the farm) fully restored in a tasteful décor. Posted bikes.
Located 29 km from Saint-PalaisFrom 285 € to 400 € per week 

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HOTELS
Les Fruits du Passau 
Saint-Désiré
Located in Saint-Désiré, a 16-minute drive from motorway A71 and 21-minutes from motorway N145 and Montluçon, this residence is surrounded by a fruit garden with a terrace. Each room...
Located 12 km from Saint-PalaisRoom from 40 €
La Bonne Auberge    
9.1
Nouzerines
La Bonne Auberge is set in a 100-year-old building that was entirely renovated at the end of 2009. It is located in the historic village of Nouzerines. Guest rooms at La Bonne Auberge...
Located 15.7 km from Saint-PalaisRoom from 55 €
Château de Pouligny Notre Dame 
Pouligny-Notre-Dame
This 11th-century chateau is set on a golf and spa resort, located in central France. Activities include an indoor swimming pool, hot tub and tennis courts, and there is a gastronomic...
Located 23 km from Saint-PalaisRoom from 99 €

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