Nohant-Vic

Built in the eleventh century, today the Saint Martin church has a ranking Historical Monument. It is particularly famous for its wealth of frescoes restored twelfth between the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. It is possible to see life-size reproductions of the City of Architecture and Heritage in Paris, and the Museum Otsuka, Japan.

Be sure not to admire the Sainte-Anne, also built between the eleventh and the twelfth century. Classified historic monument, it impresses with its impressive paintings, starting with The Education of the Virgin made by Eugène Delacroix during a stay with her friend George Sand.

But the main attraction of Nohant-Vic remains the domain of George Sand, a manor which originally belonged to his grandmother, Madame Dupin de Francueil. The author has written the majority of his works and has hosted the biggest names in French culture like Eugène Delacroix, Chopin, Flaubert and Dumas Fils. Labeled houses Illustrious, the site is accessible to the public and presents objects and furniture that belonged to George Sand. It is also possible to browse the six hectares of the park, very welcoming with a French garden, a pond, a rose garden and a vegetable garden.

A garage sale and a craftsmen market is held in May.

From early June to late July, the town hosts the Nohan Chopin Festival, one of the most prestigious classical music festivals and romantic. The opportunity to attend traditional concerts or concerts, readings around this composer so dear to the heart of George Sand.

Concerts are held in June on the occasion of Music Day.

In late July, FestOvillage place with concerts, dances and many free events.

A Christmas market with entertainment is offered in December.

• From 8 june to 24 july 2024
• Bergerie auditorium Frédéric Chopin - Fondation Pleyel
• A major musical and literary event in the heart of Berry, the 58th Nohant Festival Chopin will take place from June 8 to July 24,2024 at the Domaine de George Sand (Centre des monuments nationaux), focusing on Chopin and his contemporaries. - Come and immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the Nohant Festival Chopin, an unmissable artistic event since 1966. Full program on the website.