Located at the foot of the medieval quarter, the Marsh of Bourges provide space for relaxation and discovery close to the historic center of Bourges. Thus, 135 hectares are lovingly grown in home gardens by their owners and provide a ride surprising nature in the heart of the city.
In the Middle Ages, these marshy lands ensured the defence of the city, and in the XNUMXth century, the Jesuits buy the marshes and rent them to individuals who cultivate them. Culture market gardening will last until the XNUMXth century.
La Swamp Festival is organized at the beginning of September. The closest weekend to Saint Fiacre (patron saint of gardeners) while the crops abound and the marshes take on colour autumn with parades of illuminated boats, a floating market and model making.
Marsh of Bourges @ Ad2T
Close to the city centre
Initially intended to provide protection to the city, these old swamps crossed by the Yèvre have been converted into allotments. Moreover, with those of Amiens and Sain