Varennes-Lès-Narcy: Holiday Apartments and Holiday Homes

A notable historic site near Varennes-lès-Narcy is the remains of the Château de Passy-les-Tours. They are protected as historic monuments: the above-ground and underground remains, the footprint of the château and its moats were classified by a decree dated 25 July 2018; the remains had already been placed under historic monument protection by an order dated 28 June 1927.

Culture

On the outskirts of the village of Varennes-lès-Narcy, the Église Saint-Martin stands on the Saint-Jean River. The church dates from the 12th century and is a parish church; its nave was rebuilt in the 19th century.

Le Maquis de la Cave is an association based in Varennes-lès-Narcy in the Nièvre department. It organises a programme of cultural activities, events and other initiatives for meeting and exchange.

Anyone considering Varennes-lès-Narcy as a travel destination may wish to rent a holiday apartment.

Local Produce

Ferme des Aillots sells vegetables directly, as well as fresh, tender and juicy asparagus. The products are available at the farm and at markets in Nevers, Bourges and Cosnes, and occasionally in Montargis.

Water and Landscape

The Étang de Sourdes is a place for socialising and relaxation in Varennes-lès-Narcy. At the same time, it is one of the fishing spots listed in the Les Bertranges area.

Regional Surroundings

The Château de Gérigny, a castle, is located in the immediate vicinity of Varennes-lès-Narcy. The surrounding area also contains the Prieuré Notre-Dame, a monastery, the Abbaye cistercienne de Notre-Dame, a monastery, and the Abbaye de Chalivoy, a historic site.

In the wider regional surroundings of Varennes-lès-Narcy are the Île de Cosne, an island, and the Montagne des Marnes, a hill.

Activities

The cycling tour “Du château au moulin” is associated with Varennes-lès-Narcy.

Further destinations in this overview: Corvol-D'embernard, Vitry-Laché, Onlay, Druy-Parigny, Préporché, Saint-Péreuse, Chantenay-Saint-Imbert, Mont-et-Marré.

To the higher-level travel overview: Nièvre.