We just sent you an email.
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.
holidaymakers trust us
Trusted shops
0 / 5
Secure payment
Indoor Pool
Hot tub
Terrace
If you're looking for a place to spend a great vacation in the countryside, the Domaine des Grandes Côtes campsite is for you. It's located in the...
Shared pool
Television
outdoor parking space
In the heart of the village, this self-contained gîte adjoining the owners' house offers comfort and leisure activities nearby or in the surrounding...
Terrace
outdoor parking space
Dishwasher
Still not sure where to spend your vacations? Don't look any further, we've found the ideal place for you to spend your vacations in the countryside:...
Indoor Pool
Hot tub
Dishwasher
If you're looking for a place to spend a great vacation in the countryside, the Domaine des Grandes Côtes campsite is for you. It's located in the...
Do you own a holiday home?
EARN SOME EXTRA CASH! Rent your home with Locasun
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
The owners have renovated this 1950s house with care and modernity, restoring its character. From the terrace, accessed by a few steps, you'll have a...
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
If you love nature, walks and sporting activities, come and recharge your batteries at Marquefaille in the Allier. Come with up to 6 adults, family or...
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
Renovated with ecological materials (wood, hemp, lime rendering, exposed stonework, earth rendering), and to BBC (low energy consumption building)...
Shared pool
Sauna
Television
Sabrina and Michel have created a gîte on a 15-hectare estate with woods and a first-class river. Heated indoor pool. Ground floor: kitchen opening...
Hot tub
Television
Terrace
The owners have completely renovated this village house into a vacation home with contemporary furnishings and decor. Ground floor: Large kitchen,...
Shared pool
Television
Terrace
Welcome to La Conciergerie, a house full of character! You'll overlook the surrounding countryside with its valleys, flora and fauna. Uninterrupted...
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
This detached restored house in the popular center of France is located in the countryside. There are 2 bedrooms that can accommodate a total of 4...
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
In the heart of the village, this former sewing workshop, just a few meters from the Andelot river, has been renovated. Discover this typical...
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
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...
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
Close to the Sioule, set in an old outbuilding and located in a hamlet, independent gite adjoining a second home. First floor: open-plan kitchen area,...
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
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...
Hot tub
Television
Terrace
Located near the Val de la Sioule, a 1st category river, the "Verger du Pas de la Sioule" has been carefully renovated by Maryline and Jacques, the...
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
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...
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
In a hamlet, this detached farmhouse with terrace and enclosed garden welcomes you for a family getaway or spa treatment. First floor: kitchenette,...
Television
Terrace
outdoor parking space
This detached house, situated on the edge of a country road (D46), will surprise you with its views over the surrounding countryside. You'll be able...
Hot tub
Sauna
Television
Bourbonnaise house entirely renovated as an eco-gite. First floor: kitchen, living room, wood-burning stove. First floor: 2 bedrooms (1 double bed),...