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A typical rural commune of the region, Sancoins is located on the borders of the provinces of Bourbonnais, Nivernais and Berry.

Saint-Loup Church. 13th century. 1860. From the church rebuilt in the 13th century, a section of the north wall of the nave remains, pierced by two rectangular, arched windows, integrated into the east wall of the cemetery. The church was rebuilt in 1860 on a different foundation by Émile Tarlier, diocesan architect; major consolidation work in 1901: installation of iron tie rods.

Very beautiful old abbey, which is worth a visit and which you should definitely visit at least once.

A beautiful castle ruin that unfortunately cannot be visited as it is fenced off and privately owned.

Unfortunately this monument was closed when we passed by. That's why there is only one photo!

As you explore the remains of the Jouy keep in Sancoins, you will immerse yourself in the captivating remains of a medieval fortress. This historic site, located in Sancoins, France, offers a window into the past with this shot of well-preserved tower ruins and ancient architecture. As you stroll through the area, you will be transported back to the days of knights and castles, allowing you to admire the intricacy of stonework and the imposing walls that once symbolized power.

A castle classified as a historic monument since 1914, it is made up of a massive keep and a fortified enclosure surrounded by a moat. A river, the Sagonin, supplies them with water. This estate has the particularity of having belonged to the great architect of Louis XIV, Jules Hardouin-Mansart. Its acquisition in 1699 had a specific goal for him: that of owning a titled feudal domain in order to be able to claim its ennoblement by the king in 1682 and thus have his arms appear on all his documents and portraits. The castle subsequently experienced long periods of abandonment and today only the medieval part remains, restored by volunteer projects from 1977.

Impressive 6-storey belfry built in the 13th century and whose framework dates from 1490. It is part of the second enclosure of the town of Dun sur Auron and allowed control of the entire Auron valley, and in particular the important Galloway. -Roman which led from Bourges to Lyon, until a third enclosure was built. The town's clock tower was installed there at the beginning of the 15th century.