The Big Yellow Bus

This is a scenic area indeed, so you should find a suitable location nearby if you fancy getting out for a walk, a bike ride or a bit of fishing at a nearby lake. As you roam, you may well encounter ancient dolmen as well as thriving wildlife. For grander old buildings, plan outings to Château de Cluis-Dessous (10 minutes’ drive) or Château de Crozant (25 minutes). The local landscapes have inspired several creatives as well – Fresselines (20 minutes) is known as the centre of the Vallée des Peintres, a favourite area of Impressionist painter Claude Monet. Meanwhile, in La Châtre (25 minutes) you can explore the house of author George Sand. If you’re keen to stick to the countryside, head to The Wolves of Chabrières (55 minutes) to spot these intriguing wild beasts. Alternatively, if city life catches your eye, plan trips to Châteauroux (40 minutes), medieval Bourges (an hour and 20 minutes) or the porcelain capital Limoges (an hour and 15 minutes).