Souvigny

Souvigny

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TownSouvignyAutry-Issards at 5.2 km (6 min)
Insee code03275Marigny at 5.7 km (6 min)
Postcode03210Coulandon at 5.9 km (6 min)
Latitude46.5339389Saint-Menoux at 6.4 km (7 min)
Longitude3.1919940Châtillon at 8.5 km (8 min)
AltitudeFrom 224 to 357 metersNoyant-d'Allier at 8.6 km (8 min)
Surface44.35 km²Neuvy at 8.8 km (10 min)
Population2073 inhabitantsAgonges at 9 km (10 min)
Density46 inhabitants/km²Besson at 10 km (10 min)
Chief townMoulins (at 13.5 km, 17 min)Meillers at 10.4 km (10 min)
DepartmentAllierGipcy at 12 km (11 min)
RegionAuvergneSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Today the capital of the canton of the Allier, Souvigny retains a unique heritage associated with its affiliation to the powerful Abbey of Cluny.

Cradle of the Bourbon family, many graves remain the bodies of the royal family.


SIGHTSEEING

The heritage is rich country Souvigny of 200 castles and has more of a Romanesque church in the village. One floor of the museum Souvigny can discover, through his models, video and archaeological collections, the characteristics of the country Souvigny Carrefour influences "in the heart of France.

History Souvigny is closely linked to that of Cluny: first gift to the abbey, becomes Souvigny eldest daughter of Cluny.

The Dukes of Bourbon, whose ancestors did Souvigny donation to Cluny, have built their tombs in the church priory; Souvigny, "Cradle of the Bourbons" becomes "Necropolis of the Dukes of Bourbon." Guided tours of the church, funeral chapels, the Baroque sacristy and cloister are offered to visitors year-round daily (except Tuesday and during religious celebrations).

A document, available on request from the information point to the homepage of the museum, to discover the historic center.

Detailed information
Leisure centresMuseum of the Pays de Souvigny et de La Colonne du Zodiaque

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Souvigny identifies several events, including the living plant in late April-early May, the flea market in May, the medieval fair, which begins the last Saturday of July, the annual exhibition at the museum, Autumn Days music around the historic organ FH Clicquot the last weekend of September or the regional exhibition of antique books in November. Throughout the year, the association of artists and craftspeople, offers an exhibition "Banks poems" with fifty benches arranged in streets and gardens.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

A small booklet published by the agglomeration of Moulins, can enjoy the hiking trails of the nearby region.

PHOTOS
Priory Church, South side
 
The gardens of the Priory (museum and gardens)
Aerial view of priory Souvigny
 
The Porterie (eighteenth century), the prior entry commendatory
Renaissance House in the town, home of the Pilgrim
 
Exterior priory church of St Peter and St Paul
Church Priory, nave
 
Museum, the Column of the Zodiac (twelfth century)
Tomb of the holy abbots of Cluny, and Odilon Mayeul
 
Chapelle Neuve (fifteenth century), tomb Dukes of Bourbon
Old Chapel (fourteenth century) tomb of the Dukes of Bourbon
 
Organ Historical FH Clicquot (1783)
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WEATHER
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 4°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. -5°C - Max. 6°C
Thursday 16 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 5°C
RESTAURANTS 
Restaurant du Casino
Bourbon-l'Archambault
Restaurant du Casino Bourbon l'Archambault.
Located 10.9 km from SouvignyFrom 10 € to 40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Les Fours    
10
Agonges
Three Bedroom `with independent access in maisonde carractér 18th floor Chausée Room shower and toilet for each room. Salon, Green. Espace enclosed lounge garden terrace.
Located 8.4 km from Souvigny50 € the double room 
Chambre d`Hôte a Jaffière    
9.8
Saint-Aubin-le-Monial
Jaffière open all year and Frances and Richard look forward to sharing their home with you. Breakfast is included and is taken, mostly, on the terrace. With prior reservation, they...
Located 16.9 km from Souvigny60 € the double room 
Chambres d'hotes de PONAY  
Aurouër
Old farm Bourbonaise end 19 sciecle completely renovated, with home court and all its dependencies, and a large garden on an area of 5000m². The notice extends over 400m² habitable....
Located 18.6 km from Souvigny 

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VACATION RENTALS 
La Marivole
Saint-Menoux
Charming cottage, adjoining a house, situated in a charming village of 1 000, with all amenities. You can visit the beautiful Roman church and discover the famous débredinoire. Among...
Located 6.3 km from SouvignyFrom 225 € to 350 € per week 
Maison Suzette
Bessay-sur-Allier
Charming little house in the heart of the Bourbon countryside, surrounded by Percheron horses and a donkey. Many walks possible on foot or by bicycle... Picturesque villages nearby,...
Located 13.6 km from Souvigny350 € per week 
Gîte de l'étang
Tresnay
Housed in the former stables of horses this loft of 150 m² will seduce you with its originality and its location: The terrace is located in the shadow of bamboos on the banks of a pond...
Located 18.1 km from SouvignyFrom 400 € to 600 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
CanoeCamping La Courtine pour la Nature    
8.4
Châtel-de-Neuvre
Camping friendly, like a park, LaClefVerte since 2003, many different plants, birds natural reserve of the Val d'Allier site conservatory NATURA2000 center, great locations up to 400...
Located 17.3 km from SouvignyFrom 10 € to 12 € per day 
Camping l ile de la ronde    
9.6
Saint-Pourçain-sur-Sioule
Camping ile st round of Pourcain on sioule in Auvergne, welcomes you from April to October in a frame on the edge of previligie sioule.
Located 27 km from Souvigny8.80 € per day 

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HOTELS
Le Chalet Montégut     
7.5
Coulandon
Located in the heart of the Auvergne region, 2 km from the village of Coulandon, this hotel is surrounded by gardens and parkland. It offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool with a...
Located 4.6 km from SouvignyRoom from 55 €
Balladins Moulins     
6.7
Moulins
This hotel is situated in Moulin city centre, in the heart of Auvergne. It offers comfortable accommodation with free Wi-Fi. All the rooms at Balladins Moulins have ensuite facilities...
Located 11 km from SouvignyRoom from 42 €
Campanile Moulins Avermes     
7.6
Moulins
Our modern hotel offers all travellers excellent value and convenience, along with a warm welcome as this is a private residence with a homely atmosphere. Discover a European network...
Located 11.1 km from SouvignyRoom from 43 €

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Campanile Moulins Avermes
Our modern hotel offers all travellers excellent value and convenience, along with a warm welcome as this is a private residence...
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