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Discover Issoudun

Events, places to visit and local tourism businesses in and around town.

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Not to be missed

Upcoming events and places worth a detour.

Thu 29 Oct

Event

38th Guitar Festival

Boulevard Roosevelt

Fri 30 Oct

Event

Lecture: George Sand and Pauline Viardot: Let the music play! by Georges Buisson

Rue de l'hospice Saint-Roch

Fri 30 Oct

Event

Current Perspectives on Narrative Representation

Rue de l'hospice Saint-Roch

Thu 5 Nov

Event

Origins

Avenue de Bel air

Tourist office highlights

Sights, activities, places to stay and restaurants in Issoudun.

Things to see and do

La Tour Blanche - FERMEE EN 2026

Built in 1195 at the behest of Richard the Lionheart, the White Tower is the city’s most iconic landmark. This elegantly designed keep offers a stunning panoramic view of the city and its surroundings from a height of 27 metres.

Visite guidée d'Issoudun

Discover the medieval history of the town of Issoudun, the Maison d’Issoudun et du Berry, the belfry, the Place du 10 Juin, the castle district and the Tour Blanche (from the outside)... Let us show you round the town on a leisurely stroll (around 1 hour).

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Parcours géopoétique "La Cause des Pierres"

A new attraction in Issoudun: the town and its monuments are illuminated to create a luminous and poetic trail. A new way of lighting up the monuments, both subtle and spectacular. This geo-poetic trail, *La Cause des Pierres*, was designed by the renowned visual artist Yann Kersalé.

Activities and walks

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Atelier nature : faune sauvage des jardins

Indre Nature is organising a workshop entitled ‘Wild Beasts of the Garden’, led by Antoine Amat and Falko.

Borne de charge électrique pour voiture et vélo

Chargelec 36 charging point for electric vehicles or electric bikes.

Borne de charge électrique pour voiture et vélo

Chargelec 36 charging point for electric vehicles or electric bikes.

Borne de charge électrique pour voiture et vélo

Chargelec 36 charging point for electric vehicles or electric bikes.

Boucle berrichonne : La boucle Honoré

The Berry Loops: 11 cycle routes to explore the Berry Champagne region. 194 km of routes for all ages. From forests to woodland, from plains to valleys, from rivers to ponds, discover or rediscover the Issoudun region and the Berry Champagne area with all its treasures.

Centre équestre Poney-club des Champs Forts

Welcome to Les Champs Forts, a unique and magical medieval setting, nestled in lush green surroundings where young and old alike can discover the joys of riding a horse (or pony) in every way imaginable, in a completely relaxed atmosphere!

Ensemble de loisirs sportifs (piscine / bowling / squash)

A unique complex in the Centre region – come and discover the ELS and enjoy the swimming pool (water slides, waves, bubbles…), squash (racket hire) or the new bowling alley. Sport, leisure, entertainment and relaxation for all ages.

Itinéraire 6 - Faites sauter les bouchons en Champagne berrichonne à moto

In the Indre, there’s no shortage of ideas for day trips. Thanks to its rich and varied landscapes, we’ve put together some day-long motorbike road trips starting from Châteauroux. A chance to get away from it all and be amazed is guaranteed. Let yourself be tempted and surprised as you wind your way along the bends of the narrow country lanes.

Les Boucles Berrichonnes : Boucle de la Forêt - Chezal-Benoît

Les Boucles Berrichonnes: 11 cycle loops to explore the Champagne Berrichonne. 194 km of routes for all ages. From forests to woodlands, from plains to valleys, from rivers to ponds, discover or rediscover the Pays d’Issoudun and the Champagne Berrichonne with all its treasures.

Les Boucles Berrichonnes : Boucle de la Forêt - Saint-Aubin

Where to stay

Borne de camping-car

1 Aires Service 360 motorhome service point.

Camping municipal Les Taupeaux

A 2** municipal campsite situated 15 minutes from the centre of Issoudun – simple and very pleasant. A stop-off point on the Way of St James. Nearby, there is a hypermarket, a wave pool and a bowling alley. Plenty of shaded pitches. Capacity: 49 pitches.

Hôtel de la Gare

A stopover hotel serving home-style and traditional cuisine, with a cocktail bar.

Hôtel Kyriad Issoudun

Just two hours from Paris, ideally situated between the A20 and the A71, the Kyriad Issoudun hotel and restaurant offers you a warm welcome.

La Cognette

In the heart of the Berry region, in a setting straight out of a Balzac novel, the Daumy-Nonnet family will be delighted to welcome you to enjoy their refined, regional cuisine.

Les 3 Rois

A small, charming hotel in the town centre. Free, enclosed car park and garage (cannot be booked in advance). Gourmet cuisine featuring local specialities.

Maison avec jardin

The house is a 13-minute walk from the station and 15 minutes from the town centre, with a supermarket just a 5-minute walk away. Issoudun is situated between Bourges and Châteauroux. There are plenty of things to do in Issoudun, including the ice rink and the wave pool...

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Hôtel Inn Design

The Hotel Inn Design in Issoudun welcomes you to its 38 rooms and its on-site restaurant, the Resto Ker Novo.

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Le Logis Saint-Cyr - Aliénor

Le Logis de Saint-Cyr comprises 3 accommodation units. The Aliénor gîte is situated on the first floor and can accommodate 2 people. Right in the heart of Issoudun and the Indre-en-Berry region, with parking available in a large car park opposite the property.

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Le Logis Saint-Cyr - Philippe Auguste

Le Logis de Saint-Cyr comprises three accommodation units. The Gîte Philippe Auguste is the perfect place for a comfortable stay for four people! Right in the heart of Issoudun and the Indre-en-Berry region, with ample parking opposite the property.

Where to eat

Inspiration Cognette

Inspiration Cognette is, above all, a story of passion – that of the former maître d’hôtel at La Cognette, who is deeply attached to this iconic venue.

La Boucherie

La Boucherie Restaurant: the most enjoyable way to share a good cut of meat.

La Pyramide des Sens

La Pyramide des Sens offers a shop stocked with local produce – perfect for gifts or treating yourself – as well as a table d’hôte, cookery workshops, a grocery shop, a wine cellar and a tea room.

Le Bon Libanais

Come and discover traditional, home-style Lebanese cuisine right in the heart of the Berry region.

Le Brocéliande

Le Broceliande is a restaurant situated in the heart of the Champagne-Berrichonne region, in Issoudun. A relaxed bistro atmosphere, serving traditional cuisine.

Les 3 Rois

Traditional cuisine featuring local specialities. Free car park.

Local produce

Charcuteries issoldunoises

Based in Issoudun, in the heart of the Berry region, since 1999, Charcuteries Issoldunoises specialises in the production of charcuterie products based on traditional regional recipes.

La Pyramide des Sens

A welcoming shop where you’ll find a delicatessen offering a fine selection of high-quality regional produce, and a wine cellar with a wide range of wines and spirits selected by our sommelier.

Hire and transport

La Maison du Vélo

If you’d like to explore the Indre-en-Berry region by bike, there are plenty of signposted routes and quiet country lanes to suit all abilities and the whole family. Road bikes, mountain bikes and e-bikes are available for adults and children alike. There are several bike hire points across the department!

Ose le Canoë

Hire a canoe or kayak in Issoudun and paddle down the Théols. You can explore Issoudun and, with just a few strokes of the paddle, reach unspoilt wilderness – an experience not to be missed with Objectif Sport Évasion.

Tourist office data: DATAtourisme, Licence Ouverte (French open licence), updated 28 October 2026.