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Events, places to visit and local tourism businesses in and around town.
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Evenings at the media centre
27 rue des Faucheroux, Médiathèque municipale de Montluçon, Espace Boris Vian
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2026 National Dance and Children’s Festival
Théâtre Gabrielle Robinne, Place de la Comédie
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Citizens’ Forum
Le champs des possibles, 20 rue du Docteur Roux
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Halloween au MuPop - Atelier créatif : Bulles et sortilèges
MuPop (Music Museum), 3 rue Notre-Dame
Tourist office highlights
Sights, activities, places to stay and restaurants in Montluçon.
Things to see and do
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© Lionel AllorgeChâteau des Ducs de Bourbon
Built over the centuries and completed in the 15th century by Louis II of Bourbon and his sons, the Château des ducs de Bourbon overlooks Montluçon as a symbol of the town’s history. Having been restored, it is now a museum hosting both permanent and temporary exhibitions.
© François GOGLINSÉglise Notre-Dame
Although this church is largely Gothic in style, it is built on an older Romanesque section (dating from around the year 1000). Its construction spanned the 14th to the early 17th century (listed building) and was initiated by Louis II of Bourbon.
© User:OtourlyÉglise Saint-Paul
Saint-Paul Church is one of only two churches in France – the other being the church in Le Vésinet – to have been built by the great architect Louis Auguste Boileau, who was the first to make effective use of steel construction in religious architecture.
© Grazyna DyrkaÉglise Saint-Pierre
This Romanesque church, built in the 11th and 12th centuries and subsequently altered in the 15th and 17th centuries, was influenced by both the Auvergne and Berry regions and also features Gothic elements.
© GFreihalterJardin Wilson
Free entry. This garden is situated in the historic centre of Montluçon and offers a beautifully laid-out and pleasant setting with a fine selection of trees and shrubs.
Illustrative photoChapelle du Sacré Cœur de Jésus
Don’t be put off by its unassuming exterior: the interior of the chapel known as the ‘Chapel of the Green Cross’ is a real gem, with its rich, colourful paintings...
Illustrative photoCité médiévale de Montluçon
Guided tour organised by the tourist information centre, or a self-guided tour using a guide available to download from www.montlucon-tourisme.fr (also available at the tourist information centre). At the foot of the ducal castle, the narrow streets of the medieval town make for a peaceful stroll.
Illustrative photoExposition permanente : La Caverne du Jouet
Collectors, enthusiasts, families and friends: come and discover, share and chat in a friendly atmosphere at this exhibition of toys from the 1920s to the present day!
Illustrative photoJardin Bréda
Free entry. This English-style park consists mainly of beds of various shrubs, climbing roses and old lime trees.
Illustrative photoJardin Louis Neillot
Free admission. Named after Louis Neillot, a painter from the Bourbonnais region (1898–1973), this garden was completed in 1946 with the help of German prisoners of war, and the pond was added the following year. It covers an area of 13,000 m².
Activities and walks
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Illustrative photoBalades photo accompagnées
A two-hour photography walk to capture the charm of Montluçon’s streets and monuments and learn how to get the most out of your camera.
Illustrative photoBike Park
Free entry. A facility entirely dedicated to cycling (mountain biking, BMX, dirt biking, balance bikes), catering for all levels from beginners to experts, set within a 3-hectare complex.
Illustrative photoBoulodrome Christian Fazzino
An indoor boules centre covering an area of 5,800 m², comprising 128 courts for pétanque or boules lyonnaises (64 outdoors and 64 indoors). 1 playground; 1 sports track.
Illustrative photoCircuit de Marignon aux rives du Cher
Breathtaking views await you!
Illustrative photoCoeur de France à vélo
The Bourbonnais section consists entirely of a cycle path, allowing you to cycle in the cool air and with peace of mind all the way to the finish line in Montluçon. The route enters the department via Vallon-en-Sully and runs alongside the Berry Canal.
Illustrative photoConservatoire André Messager
Le Conservatoire à Rayonnement Départemental André Messager propose un enseignement spécialisé vocal et instrumental, ainsi que l'art dramatique auprès de 900 élèves de la grande section de maternelle (à partir de 5 ans) au cycle préprofessionnel.
Illustrative photoDéfi'Land
A playground comprising an area for 0–3-year-olds with a slide, two ball pits, foam play equipment… and a giant adventure course for 4–12-year-olds with a rope bridge, a giant ball pit, two slides and a trampoline... A laser tag area.
Illustrative photoDiscothèque Le Pharaon
At Le Pharaon, the watchwords are: dancing and having fun.
Illustrative photoEscale verticale : Moniteur d'escalade, via ferrata, canyoning
Landry is a climbing, via ferrata and canyoning instructor. By appointment, he’ll take you up to new heights at sites ideal for these activities: the Cher Gorges (Lignerolles-Saint-Genest), the Sioule Gorges, the Bourbonnais mountains…
Illustrative photoEscape game Sixty O'Lock
A team of players attempts to escape from a location in under 60 minutes using logic and by searching the area. Sixty O'Lock offers three themes: The Bourbons’ Dungeon, The Mystery of the Submarine and The Curse of the Dragon.
Where to stay
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Illustrative photoAire de stationnement Camping-car
Parking area on the Châteauroux road. 15 tarmac-surfaced, lit, shaded pitches, lined with plane trees.
Illustrative photoAppartement Le Kennedy
A 45 m² flat on the ground floor of a small block of flats, on the outskirts of Montluçon, towards Néris-Les-Bains.
Illustrative photoChambre d’hôtes « Atelier Saint-Jean »
City-centre bed and breakfast – Atelier St Jean.
Illustrative photoChambres d'hôtes de Madame Morin
A spacious family suite on the first floor of a house, with a bathroom and toilet shared by this entirely self-contained and quiet space. Enjoy a green oasis, just a 5-minute drive from Montluçon town centre. Parking in front of the terrace.
Illustrative photoChambres d'hôtes La Cantina Treize
Bed and breakfast accommodation situated on the first floor of a bar-restaurant, on the banks of the reconstructed Berry Canal and in the centre of Montluçon.
Illustrative photoComfort Hôtel
The Comfort Hotel in Montluçon is the ‘Top Middle Road’ stopover in Auvergne.
Illustrative photoGîte de groupe La Ferme des Réaux
On the outskirts of Montluçon, 4 km from the town centre, in a renovated former farmhouse, this group holiday cottage is ideal for get-togethers with family or friends.
Illustrative photoHôtel Bomotel
This decidedly unusual hotel, situated in a quiet and peaceful neighbourhood, offers spacious rooms with understated, classic décor, suitable for all types of guests: business travellers, tourists, families and sports enthusiasts.
Illustrative photoHôtel INN Design
The INN Design Hotel (formerly a B&B) is situated close to the town centre and the Athanor centre. You can explore the medieval quarter and the castle of the Dukes of Bourbon.
Illustrative photoHôtel Le Faisan
The Hôtel Le Faisan is situated in the town centre, close to all the shops. Information and rates not provided.
Where to eat
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Illustrative photoAlexandre Restaurant
Here, we serve fresh, well-prepared food!
Illustrative photoBrasserie de la Gare
Located right next to the station, in the town centre, this brasserie will charm you with its modern décor and pleasant terrace.
Illustrative photoBrasserie Le Joker
Right in the heart of the Saint-Jacques shopping centre in Montluçon, the whole team look forward to welcoming you to their bar and restaurant, Le Joker.
Illustrative photoBrasserie Les Années Folles
Situated right in the centre of Montluçon, in the heart of the medieval town, close to shops, all kinds of activities and cultural events.
Illustrative photoBrasserie Pub 47
Gérald welcomes you to enjoy hearty, high-quality home-cooked food, available as set menus or à la carte to suit all tastes. Come and visit us from Tuesday to Sunday at lunchtime!
Illustrative photoCafé, Bar, Restauration rapide : Le Moderne
Le Moderne bar serves snacks and fast food at almost any time of day...! Come and enjoy its wide range of cocktails and appetiser platters too!
Illustrative photoFrencheese Restaurant
After several years working as seasonal staff in the catering industry in France and abroad, we decided to set up the Frencheese restaurant in Montluçon. It is a French restaurant specialising in cheese.
Illustrative photoKamille Restaurant & Le K'after
Camille and her team serve up sophisticated, vibrant cuisine with influences from both the local area and further afield. Catering and patisserie services tailored to your requirements. You can also enjoy the atmospheric bar before or after your meal… or even without a meal!
Illustrative photoLe Central
Sports centre featuring indoor football, a gym, squash, a swimming pool, pétanque, CrossFit, padel… Lounge bar, on-site catering.
Illustrative photoRestaurant : O'Tacos Montluçon
Oven-baked tacos au gratin, with our signature cheese sauce and 40,000 possible combinations! Enjoy them to your heart’s content – eat in, order for delivery or take away!
Local produce
Illustrative photoAu Bon chocolat
Adrien Le Roux has built a reputation that extends far beyond Montluçon, where he crafts, with passion and talent, delicious, high-quality chocolates and related confectionery, featuring local or exotic flavours: chocolate bars, spreads, sweets…
Illustrative photoLa Brûlerie Bretonnie
Every day, we roast our coffee on the premises.
Shops and craftspeople
See all 18Illustrative photoAtelier Arthaïs
Atelier Arthaïs, in Montluçon, designs and personalises items using laser engraving and sublimation. Gifts, souvenirs and bespoke creations are available in-store and online.
Illustrative photoAtelier d'encadrement Le cadre et vous
Free admission. A drawing, a photograph, an original artwork, an embroidery… As framers since 1994, Lauréna and Christine create frames that respect the artworks, showcase them and ensure their preservation, and are happy to talk about their craft.
Illustrative photoAtelier Marie Thivrier : Calligraphie, gravure, sculpture et meubles en carton
A guided tour of the studio, focusing on the theme of upcycling art. The Marie Thivrier studio showcases its furniture, objects and sculptures made from cardboard, as well as its artistic works in Latin calligraphy and engraving.
Illustrative photoBorne de recharge électrique (voiture) - Montluçon
Charging point.
Illustrative photoBorne de recharge électrique (voiture) - Montluçon
Charging point.
Illustrative photoBorne de recharge électrique (voiture) - Montluçon
Charging point.
Illustrative photoBorne de recharge électrique (voiture) - Montluçon
Charging point.
Illustrative photoCreat'em
Creat’em was founded in the spring of 2018. When the business first started, Emilie Ravaux developed a range of bags and textile decorations; her interest in ecology and respect for nature then led her to create eco-friendly products.
Illustrative photoFacile à Fer : Création de sculptures en métal
Didier creates small sculptures from metal and mechanical parts and can tailor his work to your requirements to produce bespoke pieces on request.$ Perfect for treating yourself or someone else!
Illustrative photoFéérie de perles
Broderie de Lunéville et tissage de perles. Créatrice de Féérie de perles en avril 2022, Nathalie Teissier propose des créations de tableaux, bijoux et accessoires de mode réalisés à la main.
Hire and transport
Illustrative photoCVélo - Location de vélos à assistance électrique
E-bike hire to explore Montluçon and the surrounding area, with hire periods ranging from 1 day (for everyone) to 1 year. Accessories are available to borrow: bike locks, a pump, helmets, high-visibility vests, child seats or child trailers.
Illustrative photoGare SNCF de Montluçon
SNCF railway station in the town centre.
Tourist office data: DATAtourisme, Licence Ouverte (French open licence), updated 30 October 2026.
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