The most aquatic of our unusual villages, the village Toue des Demoiselles is the ideal place to get away from it all and recharge your batteries with friends, family or lovers in a magical setting.

Situated on the banks of the Loire, you’ll enjoy splendid views of nature whether you stay in a Toue Cabanée in the middle of the pond, or moored to the quay, in a roulotte or another of these marvelous enchanted cabins.

During your stay at the Toue des Demoiselles village, rest and contemplation will certainly be your main activity. But on vacation, you’ll also want to get out and explore the region between Auvergne and Burgundy.

Planning a stay at Village Toue des Demoiselles? We’ve put together a selection of 10 must-see places to visit within 10km, i.e. without having to take the car.

Follow the guide.

The City of Digoin promenade boat

Treat yourself to a fly boat trip on the Ville de Digoin boat. On the program: navigation on the canal, crossing the majestic Digoin canal-bridge over the Loire, passing through a lock, and observing the grey herons, the duck family that lives here and the other animals that inhabit this flourishing ecosystem. A pleasant stroll on the water, where you can let yourself be carried away and enchanted by nature.

The Ville de Digoin boat offers guided tours lasting 2 or 3 hours, as well as lunch cruises.

Discover what they have to offer: link to Digoin town boat

The Observatory

Just beyond the Digoin canal-bridge, l’Observaloire overlooks the Loire and reveals all its secrets through a fun, interactive tour that appeals to all five senses. The museum is dedicated to the history and workings of the Loire and its canals, with 4 permanent exhibition rooms and one temporary exhibition room.

The Observaloire Museum is open from Easter to All Saints’ Day.

The Digoin Ceramics Museum

Ceramics play an important role in Digoin. In the ^18th century, ceramics factories were a thriving industry, employing many people and promoting the town throughout France. Take a tour of the museum’s 14 rooms, and you’ll discover how pottery, earthenware, porcelain and sanitaryware have been produced throughout the ages.

The Musée de la Céramique is open from Easter to All Saints’ Day, and has a wonderful store with products made in Digoin.

Le Wanday

Become captain for a day and pilot your own Wanday boat. Take advantage of the canal’s tranquility to discover the region in an original way. The Wanday is a boat that can be rented by the day. It’s a barge with sanitary facilities, a table and chairs and a sun awning for shelter. In all simplicity.

You can hire this boat even if you don’t have a river driving license, as you’ll be given an introductory course before departure and are free to explore the surrounding area as you please.

Discover the Wanday from Digoin

Dock 713

A must for your summer afternoons and evenings in Digoin. Situated on the banks of the Loire, Dock 713 is a cultural venue that’s a great place to meet people. A convivial place, you can enjoy a refreshing drink on the terrace, almost with your feet in the water, or enjoy the nightlife in this jovial atmosphere.

Each year, a new exhibition is presented to visitors: after Space Odyssey and Dinosaurs in 2020, what’s in store for 2021?

You’ll have to come and see for yourself!

A walk on the greenway

By bike or on foot, enjoy the countryside by taking a stroll along the voie verte. Just beside the Village Toue des Demoiselles, you can join this road reserved for pedestrians and cyclists at the lock. Situated beside the canal and paved, your ride will take you through the countryside on one side and the town of Digoin on the other. Just 16km away by bike, you can reach Paray-le-Monial, a charming little town brimming with historic monuments.

For bike rentals and itineraries, ask at your village reception.

Le SPAnoramique

In the Toue des Demoiselles village, we offer you a Toue, a unique traditional Loire River boat: Le SPAnoramique.

Our Spa area, with sauna and whirlpool bath, is housed in a boat in the middle of the pond, but accessible via a pontoon. Its large picture windows promise a privileged moment of relaxation with a breathtaking view of nature.

Find out more about SPAnoramique on our website

The grounds of Château de la Croix de Chassenard

The small commune of Chassenard, in the Allier region of France’s Auvergne-Rhône Alpes region, where the village Toue des Demoiselles is located, has a lovely place to take a stroll: the Château de la Croix. The château can’t be visited, as it’s now the commune’s town hall. However, the park is well worth a visit, with its many remarkable trees. A fitness trail has been set up in the park, providing plenty of exercise and fun for the whole family.

Access to the Château grounds is free in summer and winter.

The Briérette Sunday market in Digoin

When you’re on vacation, it’s a good time to take time out to visit the markets. And there’s one we particularly like, the market in the Briérette district of Digoin, which takes place every Sunday morning.

Fresh produce, gourmet foods, roast chicken, clothing, leather goods, bazaar – it’s a truly complete market, where you can enjoy a stroll with family or friends and find good local produce.

Taste the famous Burgundy snails

Digoin is the capital of snails cooked Burgundian-style, with butter and parsley. Almost every restaurant in town has this speciality on its menu.

Digoin celebrates this world-famous dish every August^1st with the traditional Fête de l’Escargot. Over 3 days, you’ll find a funfair, a flea market, fireworks, dancing and, of course, snail tasting.

For well-cooked snails, we recommend our favourite address: le relai du canalou in Digoin

In a nutshell

Open-air walks, museum visits, sporting activities, tastings of local produce, your unusual vacation in our Toue des Demoiselles village promises to be rich in emotion.

Our selection of activities are less than 10km away and are accessible without taking the car. Don’t hesitate to ask for our tips at reception.