Château de Montgilbert

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The Château de Montgilbert is a ruined medieval fortress located in the commune of Ferrières-sur-Sichon, 25 km to the south-east of Vichy in the Allier département of France. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 46°2'19"N, 3°37'25"E

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Lieu-dit RecostAuvergne-Rhône-AlpesFrance

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Château de Montgilbert – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Château de Busset, Church of Our Lady, Arboretum Paul Barge, Château de Châteldon.

5.7 miW
Forts and castles
Château de Busset, Busset
146 min walk • The Château de Busset is a castle which has been developed into a château in the commune of Busset in the Allier department of France. It is the ancestral home of the Bourbon-Busset family. It is currently owned by a Swiss family.
6 miNE
Church
Church of Our Lady, Châtel-Montagne
153 min walk • The church of Notre-Dame in Châtel-Montagne in the Allier was part of a Cluniac priory of the 11th century. It is a jewel of Romanesque art.
1.3 miE
Park
Arboretum Paul Barge
35 min walk • The Arboretum Paul Barge is a municipal arboretum and natural area located in Ferrières-sur-Sichon, Allier, Auvergne, France. It is open daily without charge. The arboretum includes forested areas with three trails, a herbarium, and timber exhibits.
6.6 miSW
Forts and castles
Château de Châteldon
168 min walk • The castle of Châteldon is a fortified castle located in the center of the village of Châteldon in the north of the department of Puy-de-Dôme.
1.4 miSE
Forts and castles
Château de Ferrières
36 min walk • The château de Ferrières or château du Bourg is located in the commune of Ferrières-sur-Sichon.
6 miNE
Memorial
War Memorial, Châtel-Montagne
152 min walk • Monuments aux Morts are French war memorials established to commemorate the losses of World War I.
3 miNE
Locality
Le Mayet-de-Montagne
78 min walk • One of the main attractions in Le Mayet-de-Montagne is the scenic hiking trails that crisscross the surrounding countryside. Visitors can explore the beautiful landscape on foot, taking in stunning views of the Monts de la Madeleine and the nearby forests.
4.2 miNE
Locality
Saint-Clément
107 min walk • One of the highlights of Saint-Clément is its stunning natural landscapes, which provide the perfect setting for hiking, cycling, and horseback riding. The nearby Dore River offers opportunities for kayaking and fishing, while the surrounding forests are ideal for...