The Chapelle Saint-Michel is built of granite and has a complete roof covering made of granite slabs, unique in Creuse. It stands on a 827-metre-high puy, the highest point in the municipality. From the site, there are views of the Auvergne mountain range with the Puy de Dôme and the Monts du Cantal, as well as panoramic views of the surrounding municipalities of Creuse. There are also three picnic tables at the Chapelle Saint-Michel.
Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Saint-Agnant-Près-Crocq can add this place to their travel plans as a destination.
Culture and history
The Château du Theil was built in the 15th century and served as a refuge for children during the Second World War. The Château du Theil is privately owned.
The Église de Saint-Agnant dates from the 14th century and was remodelled in the 18th century. Its features include a nave with a pointed barrel vault.
Events
The Festival en Herbe was founded in 2010 and takes place in summer. The Festival en Herbe features concerts at the Château du Theil and at the site of the Chapelle Saint-Michel.
Nature and trails
The Le Château du Theil route runs along the Étang de Chanaud. The Le Château du Theil circular hiking trail takes 3 hours and 30 minutes on foot and is classified as moderately difficult. The same circular trail can be completed on horseback in 1 hour and 30 minutes; for this option, it is classified as easy.
More local pages: Crocq, La Souterraine, Vareilles, Savennes, Nouzerines, Cressat, Sermur, Ahun
