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Gastronomy

A taste heritage

We are in the heart of a region that values authenticity and where you can find small-scale local producers who are proud of their work and their region. They perpetuate tradition following the rules...

A taste heritage

Markets

Throughout the week many markets take place in Nevers and the surrounding area. You can find cheeses, fresh vegetables and local wines.

Markets

Throughout the week many markets take place in Nevers and the surrounding area. You can find cheeses, fresh vegetables and local wines.

The Specialities

Our mouthwatering specialities are as varied as they are delicious! And the drinks here leave nothing to be desired: our craftsmen brew up the most exquisite and refreshing beers.

The Specialities

Our mouthwatering specialities are as varied as they are delicious! And the drinks here leave nothing to be desired: our craftsmen brew up the most exquisite and refreshing beers.

The Loire and the canal

The Loire

Wild, bright, and royal are the words that come to mind when we contemplate the Loire. Recharge your batteries and let yourself go while admiring the beauty of the landscapes. As for the more...

The Loire

Wild, bright, and royal are the words that come to mind when we contemplate the Loire. Recharge your batteries and let yourself go while admiring the beauty of the landscapes. As for the more...

Fishing

Are you ready? Fishing rod in hand? With a little patience and perseverance you can catch a zander, perch, roach or gudgeon...!

Fishing

Are you ready? Fishing rod in hand? With a little patience and perseverance you can catch a zander, perch, roach or gudgeon...!

Boat trips

Once the Loire was used for transporting earthenware, today it is a paradise for nature lovers. The fauna and flora along the banks of the river make it a magnificent ecological jewel.

Boat trips

Once the Loire was used for transporting earthenware, today it is a paradise for nature lovers. The fauna and flora along the banks of the river make it a magnificent ecological jewel.

The ports

Take a break in one of our ports, various facilities have been installed to facilitate your stay. Why not weigh anchor and make the most of them to discover our region.

The ports

Take a break in one of our ports, various facilities have been installed to facilitate your stay. Why not weigh anchor and make the most of them to discover our region.

By bike

Open since 2004, the cycle route that runs the length of the canal lateral to the Loire is accessible to pedestrians, cyclists and even roller skaters!

By bike

Open since 2004, the cycle route that runs the length of the canal lateral to the Loire is accessible to pedestrians, cyclists and even roller skaters!

Heritage

Croux Gate

In addition to its defensive role, the Croux Gate obtained a commercial role through taxes on consumer products that entered through the town gates.

Croux Gate

In addition to its defensive role, the Croux Gate obtained a commercial role through taxes on consumer products that entered through the town gates.

The Church of Saint-Pierre

The Church of Saint-Pierre is a catholic church located in Nevers, at the junction of rue des Ardilliers and rue de la Préfecture.

The Church of Saint-Pierre

The Church of Saint-Pierre is a catholic church located in Nevers, at the junction of rue des Ardilliers and rue de la Préfecture.

The Church of Sainte Bernadette of Banlay

The Church of Sainte Bernadette of Banlay is a modern catholic church located in Nevers, in the French département of Nièvre, in the Burgundy region.

The Church of Sainte Bernadette of Banlay

The Church of Sainte Bernadette of Banlay is a modern catholic church located in Nevers, in the French département of Nièvre, in the Burgundy region.

The chapel of Sainte Marie

The Chapel of Saint-Marie, or Chapel of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin, is a catholic building located in Nevers in France.

The chapel of Sainte Marie

The Chapel of Saint-Marie, or Chapel of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin, is a catholic building located in Nevers in France.

The Church of Saint-Etienne

The Church of Saint-Étienne in Nevers is little known, like many of Nièvre’s monuments. It is one of the most beautiful and best preserved Romanesque style churches in France.

The Church of Saint-Etienne

The Church of Saint-Étienne in Nevers is little known, like many of Nièvre’s monuments. It is one of the most beautiful and best preserved Romanesque style churches in France.

The Cathedral St Cyr Ste Julitte

The Cathedral of Saint-Cyr-and-Sainte-Julitte in Nevers is a Romanesque catholic cathedral, located in Nevers in Nièvre (France). It is dedicated to St. Cyr, martyred at the age of three, in 304,...

The Cathedral St Cyr Ste Julitte

The Cathedral of Saint-Cyr-and-Sainte-Julitte in Nevers is a Romanesque catholic cathedral, located in Nevers in Nièvre (France). It is dedicated to St. Cyr, martyred at the age of three, in 304,...

The Palais Ducal

The Palais Ducal in Nevers is a 15th and 16th century château, the residence of the counts and dukes of Nevers. It has been listed as an historic monument since 1840.

The Palais Ducal

The Palais Ducal in Nevers is a 15th and 16th century château, the residence of the counts and dukes of Nevers. It has been listed as an historic monument since 1840.

Tour Circuits

Explore Nevers and the its surroundings Take a stroll through the old districts, admiring and contemplating the cultural and natural heritage in a fun, educational way.

Tour Circuits

Explore Nevers and the its surroundings Take a stroll through the old districts, admiring and contemplating the cultural and natural heritage in a fun, educational way.

The Gardens

Gardens

A Nevers et dans les alentours, de magnifiques jardins et parcs fleuris vous invitent à une ballade rêveuse …. !

Gardens

A Nevers et dans les alentours, de magnifiques jardins et parcs fleuris vous invitent à une ballade rêveuse …. !

The Earthenware Museum Gardens

This medieval-style garden, protected by the town walls, beautifully adorns the entrance to the Earthenware and Fine Arts museum.

The Earthenware Museum Gardens

This medieval-style garden, protected by the town walls, beautifully adorns the entrance to the Earthenware and Fine Arts museum.

Ramparts walk

This walking tour connects the banks of the River Loire to the town, far from the noise, among the flowers and trees in summer!

Ramparts walk

This walking tour connects the banks of the River Loire to the town, far from the noise, among the flowers and trees in summer!

Roger Salengro Park

Ideal for a stroll, with a beautiful bandstand, playground and carousel for children, you’ll love it here!

Roger Salengro Park

Ideal for a stroll, with a beautiful bandstand, playground and carousel for children, you’ll love it here!

The Thermal Park

Stroll along the park’s pleasant paths, and discover the pond, the promenade, the ‘Path of Sighs’ and the Hot Springs Pavilion.

The Thermal Park

Stroll along the park’s pleasant paths, and discover the pond, the promenade, the ‘Path of Sighs’ and the Hot Springs Pavilion.

Arboretum des feuilles fleuries

Many varieties of trees can be found there. It is beautiful in the spring when the azaleas, rhododendrons and roses are in bloom.

Arboretum des feuilles fleuries

Many varieties of trees can be found there. It is beautiful in the spring when the azaleas, rhododendrons and roses are in bloom.

Apremont-Sur-Allier Floral Garden

Awarded the ‘remarkable garden’ label, this floral garden is a really pleasing to the eye! In spring, let yourself be inspired by the magic of the place, as you go round a corner and discover...

Apremont-Sur-Allier Floral Garden

Awarded the ‘remarkable garden’ label, this floral garden is a really pleasing to the eye! In spring, let yourself be inspired by the magic of the place, as you go round a corner and discover...

Saint Bernadette

Bernadette

Bernadette Soubirous, whose real name was Marie-Bernade Soubirous, was born on 7th January 1844 in Lourdes, and died on 16th April 1879 in Nevers, and is a French Catholic saint.

Bernadette

Bernadette Soubirous, whose real name was Marie-Bernade Soubirous, was born on 7th January 1844 in Lourdes, and died on 16th April 1879 in Nevers, and is a French Catholic saint.

Art of art

Earthenware

Do you know about Nevers Earthenware? A real emblem of the town, Earthenware appeared in Nevers at the end of the 16th century. Today there are workshops that continue the tradition by creating...

Earthenware

Do you know about Nevers Earthenware? A real emblem of the town, Earthenware appeared in Nevers at the end of the 16th century. Today there are workshops that continue the tradition by creating...

Métier d’arts Artists

Expert fingers, precise movements, a never-ending imagination... The Métier d’Art professionals are men and women with an exceptional talent

Métier d’arts Artists

Expert fingers, precise movements, a never-ending imagination... The Métier d’Art professionals are men and women with an exceptional talent

Museums

Earthenware and Fine Arts Museum

Located in a former Benedictine abbey and in an old 19th century mansion since 1975, the museum invites you to discover an ancestral knowledge.

Earthenware and Fine Arts Museum

Located in a former Benedictine abbey and in an old 19th century mansion since 1975, the museum invites you to discover an ancestral knowledge.

Bernadette Museum

Designed as a journey, the museum takes us on a discovery of Bernadette’s life.

Bernadette Museum

Designed as a journey, the museum takes us on a discovery of Bernadette’s life.

Archaeological Museum of the Nivernais region

Over 3 floors, the archaeological museum offers a unique opportunity to come and admire the remarkable works on display.

Archaeological Museum of the Nivernais region

Over 3 floors, the archaeological museum offers a unique opportunity to come and admire the remarkable works on display.

Nivernais Museum of Education

The Museum of Education is the brainchild of a group of enthusiasts who set up an association to preserve and display the educational heritage of the Nivernais region for visitors.

Nivernais Museum of Education

The Museum of Education is the brainchild of a group of enthusiasts who set up an association to preserve and display the educational heritage of the Nivernais region for visitors.

Gautron du Coudray Museum

The objects and works exhibited at the museum were found locally or donated by generous donors, and illustrate in particular the life of yesteryear in Marzy

Gautron du Coudray Museum

The objects and works exhibited at the museum were found locally or donated by generous donors, and illustrate in particular the life of yesteryear in Marzy

National Resistance Museum

This museum traces the Resistance among railway workers and the memory of the victims during the 2nd World War from 1939 to 1945.

National Resistance Museum

This museum traces the Resistance among railway workers and the memory of the victims during the 2nd World War from 1939 to 1945.

Contemporary Art Centre – Pougues-Les-Eaux

Located in the Parc Saint Léger, the main site of the former spa town of Pougues les Eaux, the Contemporary Art Centre has a real exhibition area and working spaces for artists.

Contemporary Art Centre – Pougues-Les-Eaux

Located in the Parc Saint Léger, the main site of the former spa town of Pougues les Eaux, the Contemporary Art Centre has a real exhibition area and working spaces for artists.

Museum of the Royal Ironworks of the Chaussade – Guérigny

Formerly the flagship of the naval industry, the site of Vieux Guérigny has become a place for memories and strolling around. So, listen to its story, hidden behind a surprising sea anchor, over...

Museum of the Royal Ironworks of the Chaussade – Guérigny

Formerly the flagship of the naval industry, the site of Vieux Guérigny has become a place for memories and strolling around. So, listen to its story, hidden behind a surprising sea anchor, over...

Leisure

A breath of fresh air

Whether on foot, on horseback or in the trees, breathe in deeply and have fun in nature.

A breath of fresh air

Whether on foot, on horseback or in the trees, breathe in deeply and have fun in nature.

Having fun

For those who love reading, learning, swimming or even trying their chance on the roulette wheel, you won’t be disappointed, there’s something for everyone!

Having fun

For those who love reading, learning, swimming or even trying their chance on the roulette wheel, you won’t be disappointed, there’s something for everyone!