The Église Saint-Pierre in Yzeure is a Romanesque church known for the ornamentation of its 12th-century façade and its 9th- or 10th-century crypt.
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Culture and History
The nave and side aisles of the Église Saint-Pierre also contain 32 carved capitals dating from the 12th century.
The Église Saint-Pierre can be visited free of charge every day from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 4:45 p.m.; guided tours are available by arrangement.
The Château de Panloup is a 17th-century building made of polychrome bricks, with towers and lantern cupolas. It is the starting point of the “Yzeure 2000” walking trail. The grounds of the Château de Panloup are freely accessible year-round.
The Gallinothèque presents a collection of objects featuring depictions of roosters. Its permanent exhibition is complemented in every season by a temporary exhibition on a particular theme. The Gallinothèque is free to enter; guided tours for groups are available by reservation.
Nature and Gardens
Parc de Bellecroix is a freely accessible 19th-century English-style park covering 17,000 square metres, with Japanese maple trees and winding paths. The park includes groves, a grotto, a terrace and a remarkable house dating from the early 20th century. Its history can be discovered on guided tours.
Les rives du Danube is a freely accessible themed garden with English-style areas, a rose garden and an iris collection. The grounds also include a bamboo garden and an educational orchard. There is also an orienteering course there.
Water and Activities
Plan d'eau des Ozières is designated as a “Parcours Famille Pêche”.
Year-round fishing is possible at Plan d'eau des Ozières with a federation fishing permit; there is also a fishing jetty suitable for wheelchair users.
Plan d'eau des Ozières has play areas for children.
The grounds also include a picnic area, a beach volleyball court and a walking path. Permanent orienteering courses, a swingolf facility and a zip line round out the offerings.
Étang de Champvallier is a 13-hectare site with a 5-hectare fishing pond. Fishing is permitted there all year round for visitors with a suitable fishing permit. Parking is available nearby; the site is accessible by wheelchair with assistance.
Local Discoveries
Miel d'Auvergne et du Bourbonnais offers guided tours by arrangement, introducing visitors to bees, their environment and beekeeping products. During the season, the apiary also offers an introduction to honey production and hive products.
