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Cher

Welcome to the Cher, a French department rich in diversity, offering an immersive experience of unspoilt nature, thousands of years of history and vibrant culture. Explore majestic cathedrals and medieval châteaux, such as Bourges Cathedral and Château de Culan.

Immerse yourself in the renowned vineyards of Sancerre, discover the Abbey of Noirlac, a true Cistercian gem, or explore the Pôle des Étoiles for an astronomical adventure. Vast natural spaces, such as Lac de Sidiailles, invite you to relax and enjoy outdoor activities.

Whether you're a history buff, a wine lover or a nature enthusiast, the Cher region has something for everyone.

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Attractions in Cher


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Lake · Cher
Lake Sidiailles
Cher
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Lac de Sidiailles, in the Cher département of France, is an enchanting natural spot offering a ...

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Natural Monument · Nièvre
Le Bec d'Allier
Nièvre
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Natural Monument · Loire Valley
Le Bec d'Allier
Loire Valley
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"Un site fabuleux, où l’on peut admirer le mariage des eaux de la Loire et de l’Allier. Les milieux ...

Le Val de Loire à vélo... Simplement Grandiose !
Museum · Sancerre
Maison des Sancerre
Sancerre
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Située à deux pas de l'église, dans le centre historique de la ville de Sancerre, la Maison des ...

Le Val de Loire à vélo... Simplement Grandiose !
Castle · Cher
Château de Sancerre
Cher
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Château de Sancerre, perched on a hill in the heart of the vineyards of the same name in the Cher ...

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Castle · Cher
Culan Castle,
Cher
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Château de Culan, in the Cher département of France, is an architectural gem steeped in history. ...

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Castle · Cher
Castle Blancafort
Cher
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Château du Carroux
Cher
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Château de Jussy
Cher
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Cher naturel: a showcase for biodiversity

The Cher, a natural jewel in the crown of Central France, is a land of environmental diversity. Its vast forests, such as the Forêt de Tronçais, are home to a wealth of flora and fauna. The banks of the Loire, a World Heritage site, offer wetland ecosystems ideal for birdwatching. The fertile plains, punctuated by rivers, reveal picturesque agricultural landscapes.

Lakes such as Sidiailles invite you to relax and enjoy water sports. Botanical gardens, such as the Arboretum de La Sédelle, display an impressive variety of plants.

Regional nature parks, including the Morvan, preserve fragile ecosystems. Whatever the season, the Cher reveals its natural charms, ideal for hiking, wildlife observation and contemplation. An invitation to explore unspoilt nature, where every nook and cranny tells a story and offers a haven of tranquillity in the heart of France.

The Cher: a historic journey to the heart of France

The Cher, a department steeped in history in the heart of France, reveals a rich and fascinating past. From prehistoric remains to evidence of antiquity, the Cher has preserved traces of its eventful history. The capital, Bourges, is home to the majestic Cathédrale Saint-Étienne, a Gothic masterpiece listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, while the Château de Culan is a reminder of feudal times.

The Route Jacques-Coeur, criss-crossing the département, reveals the heritage of the Renaissance and the Middle Ages through castles, churches and picturesque villages. The vineyards of Sancerre, steeped in winegrowing history, add a cultural dimension to the region.

The banks of the Loire, a World Heritage site, bear witness to historic river exchanges. With its architectural heritage, medieval relics and winegrowing traditions, the Cher offers a captivating plunge into the past, inviting visitors to travel back in time to the heart of France.

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Achères Ainay-le-Vieil Allogny Allouis Apremont-sur-Allier Arcomps Ardenais Argent-sur-Sauldre Argenvières Arpheuilles Assigny Aubigny-sur-Nère Aubinges Augy-sur-Aubois Avord Azy Bannay Bannegon Barlieu Baugy (Cher) Beddes Beffes Belleville-sur-Loire Bengy-sur-Craon Berry-Bouy Blancafort Blet Boulleret Bourges Bouzais Brécy Brinay Brinon-sur-Sauldre Bruère-Allichamps Bué Chalivoy-Milon Charenton-du-Cher Charentonnay Chaumoux-Marcilly Chârost Châteaumeillant Châteauneuf-sur-Cher Chéry Civray Clémont Cogny Colombiers Cornusse Couargues Cours-les-Barres Coust Couy Crézancy-en-Sancerre Cuffy Dampierre-en-Crot Dampierre-en-Graçay Drevant Epineuil-le-Fleuriel Farges-Allichamps Farges-en-Septaine Feux Foëcy Genouilly Givardon Graçay Groises Gron Grossouvre Henrichemont Herry Humbligny Ids-Saint-Roch Ineuil Ivoy-le-Pré Jalognes Jars Jouet-sur-l'Aubois La Chapelle-Hugon La Chapelle-Montlinard La Chapelle-Saint-Ursin La Chapelotte La Guerche-sur-l'Aubois Lantan Lapan Lazenay Le Châtelet Le Noyer Le Pondy Le Subdray Les Aix-d'Angillon Léré Lignières Loye-sur-Arnon Lugny-Champagne Lunery Lury-sur-Arnon Maisonnais Marçais Marmagne Marseilles-lès-Aubigny Massay Mehun-sur-Yèvre Meillant Menetou-Couture Menetou-Râtel Menetou-Salon Ménétréol-sous-Sancerre Méreau Méry-ès-Bois Méry-sur-Cher Montigny Mornay-sur-Allier Morogues Morthomiers Moulins-sur-Yèvre Nançay Neuilly-en-Dun Neuilly-en-Sancerre Neuvy-Deux-Clochers Neuvy-le-Barrois Neuvy-sur-Barangeon Nohant-en-Goût Nohant-en-Graçay Nozières Oizon Orcenais Orval Osmery Ourouer-les-Bourdelins Parassy Plaimpied-Givaudins Plou Poisieux Preuilly Quantilly Quincy Rians Saint-Amand-Montrond Saint-Bouize Saint-Caprais Saint-Céols Saint-Doulchard Saint-Eloy-de-Gy Saint-Florent-sur-Cher Saint-Georges-de-Poisieux Saint-Georges-sur-la-Prée Saint-Georges-sur-Moulon Saint-Germain-du-Puy Saint-Hilaire-de-Court Saint-Jeanvrin Saint-Laurent Saint-Léger-le-Petit Saint-Martin-d'Auxigny Saint-Martin-des-Champs Saint-Maur Saint-Palais Saint-Pierre-les-Etieux Saint-Satur Sainte-Gemme-en-Sancerrois Sainte-Solange Sainte-Thorette Sancergues Sancerre Sancoins Santranges Savigny-en-Sancerre Sens-Beaujeu Sévry Sidiailles Subligny Sury-en-Vaux Sury-ès-Bois Sury-près-Léré Thaumiers Thauvenay Thénioux Thou Trouy Uzay-le-Venon Vailly-sur-Sauldre Vallenay Vasselay Veaugues Verdigny Vernais Vesdun Vierzon Vignoux-sous-les-Aix Vignoux-sur-Barangeon Villabon Villegenon Villeneuve-sur-Cher Villequiers Vinon Vouzeron

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  • April 22, 2025
    Simon Thread
    July 10, 2022
    We have such great memories of our trip along the Loire route - more about our journey here on Outdooractive: Loire by bike. Cycling tourism in France - it will always be one of our absolute top experiences in Europe!
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    Photo: Simon Thread, Cycling Thread
    Written April 22, 2025
    Long Distance Cycling
    La Loire by Bike - Grand route
  • April 18, 2025
    Mylène Lambert
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    Written April 18, 2025
    Hiking Trail
    Boulleret MN
  • February 14, 2025
    Anke Brueske
    February 14, 2025
    Danke für die Karte, hilft beim Wandern sehr!!!! Von Berlin bis Vezelay haben wir es geschafft, bald geht es weiter in Richtung Süden.
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    Photo: Anke Brueske, Community
    Written February 14, 2025
  • May 07, 2023
    Nicolas Pierre-duplessix
    May 07, 2023
    superbe circuit et oui mollets confirmé et des bonnes parties techniques. pb avec le GPX fourni dans l'appli le traçage est sur certains secteurs à vérifier et suivre les panneaux. moi j'ai atteint plus de 1000D+ pour 38km env.
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    Photo: Nicolas Pierre-duplessix, Community
    Written May 07, 2023
  • November 06, 2022
    Celticnoz Bretagne
    November 05, 2022
    Très beau parcours fait avec un vtt électrique, boueux à certain endroit. A refaire au printemps.
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    Ancienne ligne de chemin de fer après les Aix d'Angillon
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    Petite foret après Ruelle Les Vincents Village
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    Petite foret après Ruelle Les Vincents Village
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    Photo: Celticnoz Bretagne, Community
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    Descente vers Morogues
    Photo: Celticnoz Bretagne, Community
    Descente vers Morogues
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    A l'entrée de Morogues
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    A l'entrée de Morogues
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    Photo: Celticnoz Bretagne, Community
    Lieu dit L'Oiselet
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    Descente de Parassy vers les Aix d'Angillon
    Photo: Celticnoz Bretagne, Community
    Written November 06, 2022
  • July 21, 2022
    Adrien Ranchon
    July 16, 2022
    Beau parcours assez diversifié
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    Written July 21, 2022
  • May 27, 2022
    Untitled Wanderer
    May 27, 2022
    Parcours sympa mais le balisage ne correspond pas a celui indiqué et fait à peine 11km.
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    Written May 27, 2022
  • November 29, 2021
    BF Pluchen
    Magnifique marche dans la campagne depuis le Morbihan à travers la Brière, le long des rives de la Loire, de la Vienne, de l'Indre, du 'Cher puis par le Berry, le Morvan, la Bourgogne et la Franche Comté avant de rejoindre la frontière Suisse.
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    Written November 29, 2021
  • September 06, 2021
    Anaïs Douillard 
    Sortie VTT au top dans le Sancerrois ;)
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    Written September 06, 2021
  • October 30, 2020
    Mireille Lucas
    Nous avons apprci ce parcours mais avons pris un raccourci pour faire 7.300 kms seulement,
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    Written October 30, 2020
  • July 27, 2020
    Manuel Koch
    tolle Tour!
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    Written July 27, 2020
    Bicycle Rides
    Radtour Loire-Burgund
  • June 26, 2020
    Gerd Wündrich
    Bitte noch einmal überarbeiten Berlin nach Leibzig wohl etwas durcheinander.
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    Written June 26, 2020

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