Forteresse de Crozant — Attraction in Guéret

We were actually going to the lake but because of work being carried out we couldn't make it that far, so decided to stop at the Fortresse. What a truly beautiful area this is and it was enhanced by the sun, not warm enough to go without coats but comfortable. We set up our picnic table and emptied the lovely picnic basket that had been filled to the brim with all sorts of goodies supplied by Suzanne Manning at Celon. We had a view of the ruins of the fortresse and the valley and wooded hills around. We raised our glasses to each other, Happy Mothers day and looking forward to future visits to the stunning countryside near...

This is a very picturesque area, as you can see from my photos. The castle is on top of a hill and there is a tour you can download, both for adults and children (scan the QR code on the castle notice board). We didn't go in, as we didn't have good shoes for walking up and down rocky paths and it was very hot! There is a cost for entry but we didn't check the cost on this occasion. There is a bar / restaurant next door with very friendly staff (they speak English) and amazing views! Further down the road there is an area you can swim from, canoe, paddle board etc. This area is definitely...

Loved the ruins.

The kids really enjoyed being able to go “all areas” throughout.

One of the towers takes you all the way up and it is a great vista.

We really enjoyed wandering around at our own pace and the relaxed nature of the site.

Thoroughly recommend this place!

The boulangerie in town is worth a...