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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.

Sun 15 Nov

Event

‘Sacrée Pépi’ show – Cie Cercle Artistique d’Athée-sur-Cher

4 Chemin des Dames

Sun 6 Dec

Event

Christmas Market

Chemin des Dames

Tourist office highlights

Sights, activities, places to stay and restaurants in Athée-sur-Cher.

Things to see and do

Château de Nitray

“The City of Vines and Wine”. 15th & 16th centuries. Tour of the outbuildings: chapel, wine storehouses, cellar, dovecote, stables. Kitchen garden and grounds. Big-screen film: “Cooperage: past and present”.

Activities and walks

Dégustations au "Château de Nitray"

Tasting with Nivard invites you to a wine and cheese tasting amongst the vines at sunset, featuring wines from the estate and cheeses from a Meilleur Ouvrier de France. On arrival, you are welcome to take a self-guided tour of the estate lasting one hour.

Promenades en bateau traditionnel Valchantray

A boat trip on the River Cher aboard the Valchantray ‘toue cabanée’, passing through the final needle-type weirs and under the arches of the Château de Chenonceau.

Illustrative photo

Athée sur Cher - Sentier d'Interprétation

Athée-sur-Cher

Where to stay

Ace Motel Athée

A fully soundproofed and air-conditioned facility situated by the motorway for easy access.

Gîte du Marchais

A renovated 19th-century house on enclosed grounds, situated in a very quiet hamlet near a lake suitable for fishing and a working cereal and wine-growing farm. The holiday cottage is close to the châteaux of the Loire Valley, including the Château de Chenonceau (10 km) and Amboise (15 km), as well as the B... Zoo.

Gite la Petite Gâche

In the heart of the Vallée des Rois, this restored, detached 18th-century house full of character is situated in a small wooded valley, on a very large estate comprising 6 hectares of woodland and offering opportunities for walks. There is a children’s playground just 1 km away. You’ll be right next to...

La Perronière

Right in the heart of the Touraine Val de Loire, in the land of famous châteaux, not far from some of Touraine’s renowned vineyards, you’ll find yourself in a peaceful hamlet in our beautiful countryside, close to the Château de Nitray. Our charming, restored building welcomes you for a stopover or a longer stay...

Les Lilas

Right in the heart of Touraine, this holiday cottage is a lovely place to stay, just 500 metres from the banks of the Cher – a river much loved by anglers! This spot is also ideal for exploring the exceptional châteaux of the Loire Valley that dot our magnificent Touraine region (Amboise, Chenonceau, Loches...

Maison Philirina

You’re in for a stay filled with new encounters, relaxation, well-being and new discoveries at this charming guesthouse, which has been completely renovated by Irina and Philippe. You’ll feel right at home here, both inside and in the lovely garden, which is ideal for relaxing, for a game of…

Maison Rossignol

Hélène and Eric will give you a warm welcome to a traditional Tours-style house, ideally situated between Tours, Chenonceaux, Amboise and Loches. Set amongst lush greenery, you’ll appreciate the tranquillity and elegance of the rooms. The traditional stonework, the high standard of the renovation and...

Where to eat

La Boulaye

It’s the perfect place to stop off with family, as a couple or with friends. Come and discover Maryline’s innovative and delicate regional cuisine and Stéphane’s local drinks from Tours, all in a charming, idyllic setting.

La Table du Vigneron

La Table du Vigneron welcomes you to a historic and friendly setting. You can enjoy a meal on our terrace, which overlooks Nitray Castle. Come and sample our speciality: dry-aged meat served with wines from the estate.

Local produce

Château de Nitray

Nitray Castle, dating from the 15th and 16th centuries, is situated on the banks of the Cher. Vines have been grown here for three centuries across an area of 10 hectares.