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Cradle of the Dukes of Bourbon, the Allier is THE perfect destination for those who love history, nature and culture. Between gastronomic interludes and hikes to discover small winding roads where old stones and abundant vegetation content the local history, the Allier is a real enchantment for stays that change. Let's go !
Located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, the Allier corresponds to what was once the ancient province of Bourbonnais. Between the Auvergne volcanoes and the Loire Valley, the Allier is renowned for its exceptional historical heritage, as well as for the beauty and uniqueness of its beautifully preserved landscapes. Much appreciated by tourists in search of nature, but also of rest and cultural interludes, the Allier has three renowned spa towns: Bourbon-l'Archambault (elected "Petite Cité de Caractère"), Néris-les-Bains and Vichy, a spa town par excellence which welcomes throughout the year many people who come to enjoy the benefits of its waters and its treatments. Its parks, its Art Nouveau style casino theater, its banks of the Allier where it is good to walk and its many restaurants make it a must-see!
A destination of excellence for those who dream of family vacations, the Allier has a multitude of parks and leisure centers for young and old alike! The star of the department is undoubtedly Le PAL: in Saint-Pourçain-sur-Besbre, Le PAL is a unique amusement park, combining thrilling activities and the discovery of more than 700 animals from all over the world. Paleopolis, the theme park dedicated to paleontology will be perfect for budding scientists, while the Natural Wake Park on the Villemouze lake will satisfy sports enthusiasts with a wide range of activities: knee-boarding, ski-lift, water-skiing, wakeboarding, seated wake... Enjoy also gourmet bike escapades in the heart of the Saint-Pourçain vineyard, outings on the Bourbonnais velorails, visits of classified towns like Charroux elected to the "Most Beautiful Villages of France", or cultural breaks on the side of the National Center of the Stage Costume of Moulins! Land of castles, the Allier is also studded with old keeps, gentleman's houses, medieval fortresses and splendid castles. On the list of must-see castles, the Château de la Palice, the Château des Ducs de Bourbon, the magnificent Fortress of Billy, the Château de Bourbon-l'Archambault, the Fortress of Hérisson and many others open their doors to offer you a plunge into History, with a capital H! Hiking through the Cher Valley and the Bourbonnaise Mountain, mountain biking in the Allier Gorges or in Montluçon, canoeing or kayaking down the Sioule, Cher and Allier rivers, tree climbing, fishing and other adrenaline activities will satisfy the whole family.
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The farm's former cowshed (an agro-ecology-oriented cereal farm) has been fully restored and converted into 2 adjoining gîtes. Each gîte has its own...
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The farm's former cowshed (an agro-ecological cereal farm) has been fully restored and converted into 2 adjoining gîtes. Each gîte has its own...
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Set in the former sheepfold, the Gîte d'Anna invites you to get away from it all and enjoy the Bourbonnais countryside. The single-storey gîte...
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Housed in a former sheepfold, the Gîte d'Hugo invites you to get away from it all and enjoy the Bourbonnais countryside. Hugo's gîte is on one level...
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Rejuvenate in this charming farmhouse, nestled in a green setting in a wooded park (2.7ha). Depending on the occupants, a modular version is...
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Village house entirely renovated in contemporary tones and with contemporary furnishings and decor on three levels. First floor: dining area with open...
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Overlooking the Besbre Valley and its castles of Beauvoir and Thoury, the former farmhouse has been transformed and modernized into a vacation home to...
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Rejuvenate in this charmingly converted farmhouse, set in 2.7ha of wooded parkland. Ground floor: fully equipped kitchen, living room with dining...
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This charming 35 m² air-conditioned studio apartment in Dompierre-sur-Besbre can accommodate up to 4 people. Located on the 1st floor (no lift), with...
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This beautiful vacation home welcomes you only 20 km from the famous spa town of Vichy. The accommodation is located in two towers built in the 11th...
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This bungalow, located in Pierrefitte-sur-Loire, is ideal for 4 vacationers. It offers 2 bedrooms and a furnished terrace. It is perfect for unwinding...
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Just a stone's throw from the Val d'Allier nature reserve, let yourself be tempted by a breath of fresh air in Toulon sur Allier. Just 10km from...
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Moulins' Le Petit Toit apartment is ideal for seeing the city from a different angle. Take your time and enjoy the panoramic view over Moulins and the...
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Ideally located for a stay with family or friends, in a bucolic setting, the 3 Clos du Paradis gîtes invite you to enjoy the serenity of this...
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Housed in a beautiful Bourbonnais farmhouse, the Rouyaux gîte is adjacent to the owners' home, in a peaceful setting overlooking the bocage...
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Welcome to l'Avermoise! Discover this gîte on the 1st floor, above the large garage, of this house located between town and country. Access to the...
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Ideally located for a stay with family or friends, in a bucolic setting, the 3 Clos du Paradis gîtes invite you to enjoy the serenity of this...
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Overlooking a lake, 3 independent chalets, each with its own terrace. Raised first floor: living room (convertible), kitchenette, 1 bedroom (1 double...
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Ideally located for a stay with family or friends, in a bucolic setting, the 3 Clos du Paradis gîtes invite you to enjoy the serenity of this...