Sancergues

Sancergues

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Sancergues
Insee code	18240
Postcode	18140
Latitude	47.1561170
Longitude	2.9167900
Altitude	From 158 to 222 meters
Surface	15.53 km²
Population	716 inhabitants
Density	46 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief town	Bourges (at 42 km, 42 min)		Saint-Martin-des-Champs at 1.2 km (2 min)
Department	Cher		Jussy-le-Chaudrier at 4.5 km (5 min)
Region	Centre		Search another town

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• Founded in the 9th century, the tiny town of Sancergues has a long history, and it has not lost its charm with modern developments. This pretty town of 735 inhabitants is a perfect base for exploring the region, thanks to its tranquility and historical interest.
• Sancergues is located in the eastern department of Cher in the Central Region. Located in the Valley Vauvise, Sancergues covers an area of 15 sq. km. On the other side is the city of Saint-Martin-des-Champs. A lateral canal linking the Loire Sancergues at Chapel Montlinard, 6 km. Find Sancergues, we follow the road 151 from Bourges, eastbound.
• The city of Sancergues was founded in the 9th century with the construction of a church by St. August, the Archbishop of Bourges. The rest of the city was formed around the church, initially under the lordship of Saint-Martin-des-Champs. Later, the city gained its independence. Although the original church no longer exists, another historic church remains in the city. The church Saint-Jacques was built in 12th and 13th centuries. Because of the length of its construction, the church is an example of architectural styles. The choir of the 12th century, is Romanesque, but the nave of the 13th century, is gothic. The steeple of Saint-Jacques, originally made of wood, was rebuilt in stone in 1894 after being destroyed by lightning. The font of Saint-Jacques is the 15th century and the church contains a painting of the Adoration of the Magi from the early 19th century. There is also a beautiful castle Sancergues, Castle Augy. Roger Martin du Gard (1881 - 1958), Nobel laureate for his work Les Thibault, visited the castle for 27 years.
• This town, capital of Canton, is an administrative center including: kindergarten and elementary school, gym, post office, collection, police, firefighters and equipment. It also provides a medical center. The presence of shops and artisans strengthen the dynamic image of the town. The Vauvise: a dynamic economic activity! In addition to agricultural activity, there is an industrial activity with two factories in 1984 and 1998 in the artisanal zone.
• Literature:

• Roger Martin du Gard (1881-1958) spent 27 years at Castle Augy. He is the inspiration of his early works, and drafted the plan Thibault earned him the Nobel Prize in 1937.
• Gouvernel Hubert (1879-1944), solicitor's clerk, poet and author of A Time Pardu, written during his leisure hours. It is a collection of poems very funny and very rich, written in dialect, which draws on the lives of his contemporaries.
• Maurice Delafosse (1870-1926), this child of the campaign Berry has devoted his life to the study of African civilization and especially Senegal.
• Lapautre Pauline (1868-1954), schoolteacher, spent his retirement to collect documents on local history.

• Saint Jacques de Compostela Sancergues is a city on the road to Saint Jacques de Compostela, after whom the church of the town is called. St. Jacques was one of the first apostles, according to legend he had healed the sick in Jesus' name. He became a martyr when he was beheaded by King Herod after the crucifixion of Jesus. Eight centuries after his death, the tomb of St. Jacques has been found at Compostela. The pilgrimage to his tomb has become very popular during the Middle Ages, and remains today the most visited pilgrimage after Rome and Jerusalem.

• The church of Saint-Jacques:

• Writing in 1139, Pope Innocent 2nd privileges granted to the canons of Sancergues who own most of the churches nearby: Garigny, Couy, Marcilly Jussy Etrechy, Charentonnay and St. Martin.
• The Choir of the church, in Romanesque style, was builded in the first half of the 12th century. The construction of the nave, Gothic seems spread out between the late 12th and mid 13th century. In 1894, lightning destroyed the wooden tower was rebuilt in stone in the same proportions.
• The Church of Saint-Jacques is on a path of Saint Jacques de Compostela departing from Vezelay.

• Castle Augy.
• Recreation:

• Culture and Associations: A very present cultural activities through the Rural University (lectures, concerts, guided heritage), involving a music school and a library, which allows radiation exceeds the bounds of the township. Inquiries +33 2 48 72 70 42.
• Many associations offer all sports, recreational and charitable.

• For active vacation, Sancergues offers several activities. The Vauvise offers the opportunity for fishing, canoeing and other water sports, and there are many trails in the area to make walking, cycling and horse riding.
• Recreation:

• Fishing
• Hunting
• Walking and cycling.

• Traditional fair Sancergues flowers in May

• Trails in the forest Bertranges, near the town of La Charite-sur-Loire 8 km from Sancergues.

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Church Sancergues		Park Marsh
The pigeon		Village

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Friday 24 May Day Night Min. 3°C - Max. 10°C

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 9°C

Mille et une Feuilles   9.5 La Charité-sur-Loire HISTORY - This gourmet bistro, a former coaching inn dating back to the eighteenth century, offers a cuisine 'home' and original, made from local products and flavors elsewhere. Surrounded... Located 8.4 km from Sancergues 21 € per person

Le Relais de Pouilly   8.3 Pouilly-sur-Loire Le Relais de Pouilly is a family restaurant in the heart of the natural reserve of the Loire. Time a tourist stop and gourmet, this will allow you to discover the local cuisine. Free... Located 12.4 km from Sancergues 30 € per person

Le Coq Hardi Pouilly-sur-Loire VIEW LOIRE - Lunch or dinner in the vineyards of Sancerre and overlooking the Loire? You dreamed about. Le Coq Hardi did! Ideally located in Pouilly sur Loire, the restaurant opens... Located 14 km from Sancergues 44 € per person

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Le moulin de vrin   Sancergues Conveniently located just two hours from Paris, Le Moulin de Vrin (ranked 4 ears) is a pleasant stop for a rest. Located 30 minutes from Nevers and Bourges, 10 minutes from La Charité-sur-Loire... Located in Sancergues 85 € the double room

Domaine des Forges de La Vache   La Charité-sur-Loire Beautiful 18th century buildings, set in a park near the forest. Atmospheres rethought, comfort at the Manor, unusual accommodation for groups, lunch and reception, visit www.forge... Located 11.9 km from Sancergues 110 € the double room

Port Conscience14   Marseilles-lès-Aubigny Rooms, and breakfast lr on the Loire, and the trjet 'The Loire by bike'. Near the port Navation on the side channel. 3 suites from 22.50 euros per person E, meals € 25 per person including... Located 13.1 km from Sancergues 70 € the double room

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La petite maison dans la prairie La Chapelle-Montlinard (Rental) paris_16 200 km km km from Sancerre _3 charity loire_environnement on tourism. Casino planetarium Pougues waters has 13 km Wine Route. Loire. Side channel to the Loire. Pehe;... Located 6.1 km from Sancergues 260 € per week

La Chaume du Pont   10 Garigny 240 km south of paris (including motorway: 220 km), east of Berry on the edge of Burgundy, at the foot of the Romanesque church of a village of fewer than 250 inhabitants, La Chaume... Located 8.1 km from Sancergues From 290 € to 390 € per week

La halte du tacot Sancerre Independent traditional house, completely renovated, very comfortable, located in Sancerre, a quiet place. Fully-equipped kitchen, 5 bedrooms (3 bedrooms on 1st floor and 2nd floor... Located 20 km from Sancergues From 520 € to 625 € per week

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Logis Le Grand Monarque      7.3 La Charité-sur-Loire The Logis Le Grand Monarque is located in La Charité-sur-Loire, on the river bank. The 17th-century building offers en suite accommodation and panoramic views of the Loire River. The... Located 7.8 km from Sancergues Room from 86 €

Mille et une Feuilles      8.1 La Charité-sur-Loire Set in an 18th century building in Charité sur Loire, the Mille et une Feuilles hotel is dedicated to French writers. Located on the St Jacques de Compostela pilgrimage route, it offers... Located 8.4 km from Sancergues Room from 49 €

Motel Les Broussailles     8.1 Mesves-sur-Loire Located 200 metres from hiking trails and a 25-minute walk from the riverbank and Val de Loire nature reserve, this motel offers a terrace and free parking. Set in a garden, it proposes... Located 9.9 km from Sancergues Room from 38 €

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