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Nestled in the heart of the peaceful Sologne countryside, the church of Souvigny-en-Sologne, a testament to the region's millennia-old history, is an architectural gem dating back to the 12th century. Built under the aegis of Guillaume de Bussy, Bishop of Orléans, it has survived the ages, preserving its charm and mystery over the centuries. Shrouded in legend and imbued with spirituality, this church contains artistic and religious treasures that captivate the imagination of visitors. Perched in the heart of Souvigny, an architectural treasure awaits visitors eager for historical and artistic discoveries: the church of Souvigny. Its aura of beauty has earned it official recognition as a Historic Monument since 1979, adding a touch of prestige to its timeless charm. This medieval gem gradually reveals itself to those who venture outside. Upon entering its gate, visitors are greeted by the majesty of its 12th-century nave, adorned with a semicircular arch that seems to invite further exploration. Its red and black brick walls form diamond patterns, adding a touch of elegance to its architecture. But it is the 16th-century choir that truly captures the attention, with its three-sided apse, testifying to the artistic refinement of the period. The molded pointed windows let light filter through, creating an atmosphere of mystery and serenity inside. Outside, the 16th-century timber-framed porch stands elegantly, enveloping the west and south facades of the nave in a remarkable architectural embrace. Also known as the promenade or the caquetoire, this porch offers a welcome pause to contemplate the surrounding beauty. The joists that compose it bear witness to the expertise of the craftsmen of yesteryear, captivating the admiration of visitors. The roof, crowning this architectural marvel, is a spectacle in itself, covered with tiles and supported by low posts and a balustrade with crossed timbers in an X shape, adding a touch of character to the ensemble. Finally, the gaze rises to the slate spire overlooking the church, a work of art in its own right. While access to this marvel was once reserved for the bravest, today its charm remains accessible to all those who wish to delve into the fascinating history of Souvigny.

"A very old church; two buttresses would allow us to date it to the 11th century," we learn. "Rebuilt in the 13th century, damaged during the Hundred Years' War, it was rebuilt again in the 16th century before being burned down during the Wars of Religion and then looted during the Revolution. Its last restoration dates back to 2014."

A granite monument displaying a cross of Lorraine faces the entrance to the Château du Cerf-Bois here and recalls one of the greatest tragedies in the history of the Sologne resistance. It was erected in memory of 12 Parisian students shot by the Nazis on June 10, 1944 in the clearing that you can reach by following the path in front of you. Another monument was erected in this clearing, accompanying the steles in memory of each of the young men. These young Parisian students were part of a large wave of departures for the maquis following the call of June 6, 1944 by Marshal de Gaulle. On June 9, they reached their first stop towards the Corrèze maquis: the Château de Cerf-Bois, where Madame de Labeau welcomed them. Another group of students was welcomed the same evening at the By farm, about fifteen kilometers away. However, this information having been obtained by the Gestapo, they were apprehended on June 10 at 5 a.m., searched, questioned then shot, apart from a traitor hidden among them and affiliated with the Paris Gestapo. He indicated to the Germans that the sketch found on one of the students corresponded to three resistance gathering places, including the Château de Cerf-Bois. A raid was immediately organized at the castle and the 12 young men who were there were executed. As for the third place indicated on the sketch, the Château des Grand-Bois, 14 students and the owner of the premises were also found and deported to Dachau, where eight died.

Stone church from the 15th-16th century, typically Solognote and built with a "caquetoire" where the faithful used to discuss. The statue of Sainte-Montaine, patron saint of Sologne, is kept there.

Private castle built in 1846 with the particularity of having a geometric brick decor

The construction of the castle was undertaken in 1625 by Henri I de la Ferté-Senneterre. The residence surrounded by a moat stands on the banks of the Cosson river. You can explore the castle, the gardens, the 40-hectare natural park, or even taste their famous honey madeleines which are prepared in the kitchens.

The parking lot is free. After admission (from 4 years you have to pay, children € 6.50, adults € 9.50) you can visit the entire castle with a total of 15 open rooms and the spacious park. You can play a lot of games here, mini golf, and experience an exciting course or an escape room adventure for an extra entrance fee. We were thrilled by the old walls and felt transported back into another century. A real INSIDER TIP !!! (only 18km south of Orléans)

The castle, surrounded by moats, consists of the small castle, in the left part of the current main building, built between 1590 and 1620 and the large house (or large castle) and its two pavilions which frame the entrance dating from the 17th century. century. The 40-hectare park was laid out as a formal garden in the 1630s and then changed to a landscaped park from 1822. In 1992, the garden was redesigned as it was in the 18th century. It has seven arms of water, including the waters of the Cosson. There are hornbeams, bald cypresses and an araucaria The castle stables date from the 19th century. In the large castle, there is an entrance hall decorated with a Diana and a Venus of Arles, a large living room and an office which precedes the bedroom of the Countess O'Gorman, a large dining room, as well as than the kitchens of the castle, located in the basement. The orangery has been converted into a reception room