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Le Crozet boasts houses dating back to the 15th and 16th centuries, testaments to a rich past. This medieval village delights visitors who are enchanted by the order of this quiet and flower-filled village.

A small rural village, Châtelus was founded by the Gauls. Over the years, it grew into a substantial village, located on the important Roman road linking Cusset (Allier) to Marcigny (Loire). It houses a castle, later destroyed by the violent Wars of Religion. Today, the town maintains a museum dedicated to the 19th-century school, including numerous documents and furniture dating back to 1830. The museum is open on summer afternoons, from Thursday to Saturday.

A small rural village, Châtelus was founded by the Gauls. Over the ages, it became a significant village since it was located on the important Roman road linking Cusset (Allier) to Marcigny (Loire). It houses a castle, later destroyed by the violent Wars of Religion. Today, the town maintains a museum dedicated to the 19th century school, including multiple documents and furniture dating from 1830. The museum is open summer afternoons, from Thursday to Saturday.

The Col de la Croix du Sud from Saint-Bonnet-des-Quarts is 12 kilometers long with a total elevation gain of 398 meters. The average gradient is 3% with maximum gradients of 6%.

Former tile and brick dryer, at the entrance to the Lespinasse forest. Educational activities, exhibitions and tourist information point in July and August. Picnic tables.

Located on a promontory 400 meters above sea level, Ambierle is a "Village of Character" of 1,900 inhabitants. Renowned for its Benedictine abbey, Ambierle is also home to pottery, a vineyard and a Michelin-starred restaurant.

The Lespinasse forest extends over nearly 500 hectares and is a delight for hikers, mountain bikers and fishermen. Crossed by several marked circuits and equipped with picnic tables and games for children, this forest is qualified as a Sensitive Natural Area: a place rich in resources, to be preserved.

The Petit Louvre is a 15th century monument in Renaissance and Gothic style. It was a stopover lodge for the king's officers, constabulary brigade, post house in the royal service and presbytery. Its architecture stands out with its 3-storey frame in the shape of an upside-down boat hull and its tower. It is possible to visit the Petit Louvre from June 15 until the end of September.