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Events, places to visit and local tourism businesses in and around town.
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Concert: Melody on Guitar
Centre Gérard Philipe, Chemin des Meuniers
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Nature walk: Mushrooms in our forests
Forêt des Bertranges
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Halloween Axe-Throwing Tournament: Tanière des Enragés
Tanière des Enragés, 2 Rue Denis Papin
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Christmas Market: Varennes Vauzelles
Place de la République
Tourist office highlights
Sights, activities, places to stay and restaurants in Varennes-Vauzelles.
Things to see and do
Musée de la Résistance Nationale
The museum displays documents and artefacts that bear witness to the activities of the Resistance in the region. It honours the memory of the war’s victims.
Musée Le Cinématographe
The Musée Le Cinématographe in Varennes-Vauzelles invites you to discover the history of cinema through a collection of rare artefacts and a fascinating guided tour.
Activities and walks
Balade en famille : les sentiers-nature du Domaine de la Beue
A lovely family stroll where pushchairs and wheelchairs are welcome! Open all year round, the sections built on stilts make the walk even more beautiful!
Sentier d'interprétation - Etang de Niffond
In Varennes-Vauzelles, a 2-kilometre footpath links Le Crapa to the Bertranges Forest, offering visitors the chance to explore the natural surroundings and local heritage.
© Melaine from FranceLa Cité Jardin
A true driving force behind the town’s expansion – without which Varennes-Vauzelles would certainly have remained Varennes-les-Nevers – the garden city has stood the test of time whilst retaining its unique characteristics and architecture, and represents an important yet still little-known aspect of French urban planning that is just waiting to be discovered.
Illustrative photoBalade à l'étang de Niffond
A small pond surrounded by greenery, Niffond is a lovely place to go for a stroll and take a moment to breathe
Illustrative photoCentre aquatique L'Ilot Corail
Place Paul Langevin
Illustrative photoCentre équestre La Rose des Vents
Lieu-dit La Cour Marigot
Illustrative photoCircuit VTT Bois de la Brosse
This route allows you to explore footpaths, forest tracks and country lanes at your own pace, whether for a leisurely stroll or a more challenging hike.
Illustrative photoL'Arlequin
L'Arlequin is a 750 m² playground for children up to the age of 14.
Illustrative photoLa boucle de la cité Jardin
The ‘Cité Jardin’ trail, featuring display stands positioned at key locations, traces the history of this workers’ estate, which has close links to the railway.
Illustrative photoLa Tanière
2 Rue Denis Papin
Where to stay
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L'Appartement à la Croix de Vernuche
A bright 60 m² flat in La Croix de Vernuche, with a separate entrance and a view of the heated swimming pool. Peaceful, comfortable and close to Nevers.
Illustrative photoBrit Hôtel Magdaléna
A hotel near the motorway exit 33, and 5 minutes from Nevers town centre. A warm welcome and a breakfast featuring organic and locally sourced produce.
Illustrative photoChâteau du Four de Vaux
65 Rue Daniel Bollon
Illustrative photoEUROPE HOTEL
This budget hotel is situated just 5 minutes from Nevers town centre. The added bonus: family rooms that can accommodate up to 6 people.
Illustrative photoGîte les Glycines
A cosy retreat in winter... and in summer too!
Illustrative photoHôtel Campanile
Situated at the northern entrance to Nevers, the hotel guarantees comfort and relaxation thanks to its high-quality bedding. Guests can enjoy a gourmet meal at the hotel’s restaurant.
Illustrative photoHôtel La Croix de Vernuche
Built in the late 18th century, this charming hotel on the outskirts of the town is a former Nivernais mansion with a swimming pool.
Illustrative photoHôtel Première Classe
Enjoy the unbeatable value for money offered by this hotel, with its air-conditioned rooms. Situated close to the motorway exit to the north of Nevers.
Illustrative photoHôtel-Restaurant Astréa
Whether for a stopover or a weekend break, it offers excellent value for money, just a 5-minute drive from Nevers. The restaurant’s menu features local produce.
Illustrative photoIbis Budget Nevers Varennes-Vauzelles
A great place to stay for a peaceful break, set in the Nièvre countryside yet close to the motorway exit.
Where to eat
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Buffalo Grill
A ‘Western’ atmosphere and a 100 per cent American menu for a transatlantic road trip without leaving home.
Caviar et Coquillettes
A wide selection of burgers, mixed salads and grilled Charolais beef make up the bulk of the menu, served in an industrial workshop-style setting.
Del Arte
Italy, and nothing but Italy – from antipasti to desserts, including pasta, risottos, pizzas, carpaccios, osso buccos and the whole lot.
Kashmir
Welcome to the rich and colourful world of traditional Indian cuisine, with its authentic flavours, aromas and spices.
L'Italia
If you’re a fan of authentic Italian cuisine, don’t hesitate to step inside this long-established restaurant, founded by Michel and Catherine in 1989.
La Tanière des Enragées - La Cabane du Trappeur
Set off straight away for Quebec and its culinary specialities (poutine, burgers and beer) in the cosy, wood-panelled setting of a trapper’s cabin.
Le Donatello
For the past 20 years, the Donatello has been serving home-cooked food that is both simple and generous. Special mention must go to the Vauzellienne pasta and the Donatello escalope.
Le Grillardin
A simple concept: three buffets, ranging from starters to desserts, including grilled dishes and a selection of regional specialities, all available seven days a week.
Illustrative photoCampanile
Meals are served as a buffet, where you’ll find a selection of regional specialities as well as a range of organic dishes.
Illustrative photoLa Nouvelle Table
Treat yourself to a culinary experience with distinctive cuisine that lets you enjoy meat and fish dishes, as well as a dessert that’s 100 per cent from the Nièvre region
Shops and craftspeople
Tourist office data: DATAtourisme, Licence Ouverte (French open licence), updated 28 October 2026.
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