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Towering over Argenton-sur-Creuse is the gilded statue of the Bonne Dame, a beacon visible from afar. What few people know is that this six-meter-high statue was dragged from the train station to the chapel in 1899 by ten oxen and thirteen horses, to the loud applause of the town's inhabitants. Today, you can hike up the hill yourself and be rewarded with a panoramic view of the Creuse valley—with the Bonne Dame still standing guard over the town.

Lots of birds (maybe you'll be lucky enough to see a purple heron like I did)

It's not the most beautiful track, but it's there!

Dogs not allowed. Best time: morning or afternoon/evening. Bring binoculars or telescope.

Pleasant stopover. Night at the “black horse.” Beautiful village to discover

Located in the heart of the Brenne regional natural park, the Azay-le-Ferron castle, rich in architecture stretching from the 15th to the 18th century, will transport you through styles and eras. Throughout the visit, you will discover living rooms, bedrooms, dining room, kitchen, library. Approximately fifteen sumptuously furnished rooms in which the Hersent-Luzarche family lived, owners since 1852. The last descendant of this family, Marthe Hersent-Luzarch, bequeathed the estate to the city of Tours in 1951, giving it the mission of open the doors of this exceptional place to the public. This exceptional ensemble is located in a remarkable 26-hectare green setting redeveloped by Denis and Eugène Bülher, a famous 19th century landscaper. They imagined a landscaped park decorated with numerous groves where a multitude of tree species, boxwood beds and topiaries coexist, the collection of which is renowned among the most beautiful in France. The walk continues into the flower gardens where the collection rose dominates. A conservatory orchard based on old varieties of apples and pears completes the plant diversity of the site. Lively tours in period costumes will allow you to discover the castle from a new perspective. They will notably be an opportunity to see rooms usually closed to the public, while having the opportunity to meet with guides and actors around a tasting of local products.

very nice outing and very good group

A peaceful mix of dirt road and tarmac track along the Etang des Marais. Among the activities, it is possible to fish, but it is not recommended to swim, there is a lot of aquatic vegetation.