In Coudes, the Vieux pont du 14e siècle sur la Couze is a single-arch bridge at the confluence of the Allier and the Couze. It probably dates from the late 14th century and has been classified as a Monument historique since 27 April 1908.
Those considering Coudes as a travel destination may want to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture
The Ancien sanctuaire de Saint-Genes in Coudes is an 11th-century church. At the same time, it is a small chapel with a nave and a semicircular apse. The Ancien sanctuaire de Saint-Genes has been classified as a Monument historique since 22 March 1965.
Nature
The Béal, also known as the Bief, is a canal diverted from a river to irrigate meadows, orchards and gardens and to supply mills. The Source du Champ Robert has a spring head carved from lava stone; its water contains iron and is rich in mineral salts. This water was used commercially from the late 19th century, with up to 30,000 bottles sold per year in the 20th century.
Paths and activities
The Chemin des jardins runs along the Béal in Coudes. The suspension bridge of Coudes was originally built in 1844, destroyed during the Second World War and later rebuilt.
The Sur le chemin de l'Arkose hike reaches the first houses of Coudes and continues through the village along the edge of gardens. It is a moderately difficult hike covering 8.5 kilometres, lasting 2 hours 30 minutes and involving 210 metres of ascent.
The Site d'escalade les Rochettes climbing area in Coudes has 16 climbing routes. The granite climbing routes are 15 to 18 metres long and have difficulty ratings ranging from 2b+ to 6b+.
Surroundings
The ruins of Abbaye Notre-Dame du Bouschet are located in the immediate vicinity of Coudes. The ruins of Château de Marchidial, Château de Montpentier and Château de Sarlièves are located in the area surrounding Coudes.
The Puy d'Ysson, the Puy d'Olloix and the Puy Giroux are also located in the surroundings of Coudes. The Puy de Mazeyres is situated in the wider regional area around Coudes.
Espinasse, Mons, Peschadoires, Chastreix, Besse-Et-Saint-Anastaise, La Tour-D'auvergne, Aigueperse and Olby.
