Villefranche-sur-Cher

Villefranche-sur-Cher

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownVillefranche-sur-CherSaint-Julien-sur-Cher at 2 km (3 min)
Insee code41280Langon at 4.3 km (5 min)
Postcode41200La Chapelle-Montmartin at 4.6 km (6 min)
Latitude47.2934259Saint-Loup at 7.2 km (8 min)
Longitude1.7713970Mennetou-sur-Cher at 7.8 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 82 to 123 metersRomorantin-Lanthenay at 8.3 km (11 min)
Surface27.23 km²Gièvres at 10.3 km (11 min)
Population2614 inhabitantsPruniers-en-Sologne at 10.7 km (10 min)
Density98 inhabitants/km²Châtres-sur-Cher at 10.8 km (13 min)
Chief townBlois (at 50 km, 57 min)Maray at 11.1 km (12 min)
DepartmentLoir-et-CherDun-le-Poëlier at 11.6 km (12 min)
RegionCentreSearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

This town, situated on an ancient Roman road connecting Tours to Bourges and the Orléans - Chateauroux, has been developed in the 19th century through the creation of Canal de Berry. This leak allowed the transport of goods between the Nivernais and Touraine (wood, materials, cereals ...). Since the closure of the channel, it became a place for walking and fishing.


SIGHTSEEING

There are still some monuments to the past of the town. Its 12th century church which was built by the Hospitallers - the latter had a commander near the remains of which are unfortunately not visited. There is also the Templar house one can admire the facade on the main street. There were also many tile manufacturer of colored tiles, decorative designs which can be traced on the roofs and facades of many houses.

Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Villefranche-sur-Cher
Information pointsTourist Office of Villefranche-sur-Cher
MonumentsChurch Sainte-Marie-Madeleine

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

Each year, the first Sunday of July, a large flea market located on the church square, leads the center of the town.

On 13 July, fireworks on the banks of the Cher.


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Nearby Mennetou-sur-Cher is a medieval city well preserved (guided tours in summer), which comes alive every two years (in July) during the Medieval Festival.

Very near Romorantin, museum, old houses ... Later, the castle of Moulin, the castles of Valen (that of Talleyrand), Saint-Aignan, Chémery ...

You can also have a great day at the Zoo of Beauval, near Saint-Aignan, which presents in a green variety of animals from all parts of the world.

PHOTOS
Church Villefranche-sur-Cher
 
Templar House
Canal de Berry
  
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Min. -7°C - Max. 1°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. 3°C - Max. 3°C
Wednesday 15 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 8°C
RESTAURANTS 
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 21 km from Villefranche-sur-CherFrom 15 € to 45 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La petite tuilerie  
Villefranche-sur-Cher
Two charming guest rooms - The Beauharnais is a family suite to accommodate parents in one room and 2 / 3 children by age in the other room and toilet. The Baker has a double bed and...
Located in Villefranche-sur-Cher65 € the double room 
La ferme des arts    
9.7
Mennetou-sur-Cher
In the early 19th century, farmhouse is situated in a quiet in the countryside 1 km from the village and its medieval city; We welcome our guests to the floor of our house in three...
Located 7.9 km from Villefranche-sur-CherFrom 55 € to 65 € the double room 
La petite maison  
Langon
Sologne farmhouse in an independent guest house in the heart of a large-acre park surrounded by woods, Nocfond welcomes you. Calm, quiet and comfort await you. The rooms have their...
Located 9.2 km from Villefranche-sur-Cher55 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Ferme des barres  
8
Mennetou-sur-Cher
Lodging in the Sologne any comfort, in the vicinity of the Loire château, in shift close to a farm of élévage of horses and sheep. House of style solognot.
Located 8.7 km from Villefranche-sur-CherFrom 290 € to 490 € per week 
Les gîtes de la musardière
Meusnes
Renovated farmhouse with 3 identical lodgings of 6 persons with 3 private rooms in a property close to the vineyards, in the center of the castles of the Loire, 12 km from the Zoo ...
Located 20 km from Villefranche-sur-CherFrom 300 € to 450 € per week 
Gite en Sologne
Salbris
House renovated in 2008 Solognote not isolated, the calme. 3 rooms, Office, 2 shower rooms 2 WCProche hiking paths Downtown shellfish. Personal website. www.gitecamelia.fr.
Located 26 km from Villefranche-sur-CherFrom 620 € to 1200 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
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Chémery
Charming small quiet campsite with pool in a river and private lake in the center of the main castles like Chambord, Cheverny, as the gardens of Valençay. The Zoo Park Beauval is less...
Located 23 km from Villefranche-sur-CherFrom 9.90 € to 10.90 € per day 

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HOTELS
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 6.7 km from Villefranche-sur-CherRoom from 250 €
Hôtel Le Grand Chêne     
8.4
Gièvres
Set in the heart of the Val de Loire region, this countryside hotel offers soundproofed accommodation overlooking the large garden. It also has an outdoor terrace and a children’s playground....
Located 7.5 km from Villefranche-sur-CherRoom from 45 €
Auberge Du Cheval Blanc     
8.5
Selles-Saint-Denis
Auberge du Cheval Blanc is a former coach house located in the heart of Sologne, just 90 minutes from Paris. Rooms are comfortable and equipped with TV and en suite facilities. The...
Located 15.4 km from Villefranche-sur-CherRoom from 65 €

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Loir-et-Cher
Holiday Inn Blois Centre
Located in the Loire Valley, this Holiday Inn is just a 5-minute walk from the centre of Blois and 300 metres from the Blois...
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