Vaumas: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

Culture

The Église Saint-Martin de Vaumas dates back to the 12th century. The existence of an initial church building in Vaumas is documented as early as the 12th century; the present church developed between the 14th and 16th centuries.

The church was built from limestone from Chavroches, red sandstone from Liernolles, and granite from Vaumas. Its bell gable is divided by four openings and flanked by a cylindrical tower. Inside are three notable statues from the late 18th and early 19th centuries.

The church is dedicated to Saint Martin in memory of his journey along this road during his evangelization of the Morvan. The church bell also contributes to the building's unique history: it dates from the 13th century and has an unusual shape, as its height is twice its diameter. The bell bears two inscriptions – a raised inscription in uncial script and another engraved with a burin in the 15th century.

Renting a holiday apartment in Vaumas can be a travel purpose in its own right.

Nature

The Besbre runs through Vaumas from south to north. Two mills were built on the Besbre in Vaumas; one of them is the Moulin de la Forge.

The Moulin de Vaumas is considered a tourist attraction in Vaumas for visitors to discover. It has been owned by the municipality since 1947. In 2023, it was equipped with a small hydroelectric power plant. The Moulin de Vaumas and its water-supplying dam are still in operation.

History

The Château de Prairéal dates back to the 15th century. The grounds belonging to the Château du Breuil are said to have housed a silkworm farm.

Traditions

The Sainte-Anne patronal festival has been held in Vaumas since 1947 and is organized by the Comité des fêtes de Vaumas.

Further destinations: Agonges, Billy, Autry-Issards, La Ferté-Hauterive, Ferrières-sur-Sichon, Louchy-Montfand, Commentry, Braize

To the overarching travel overview: Allier.