The commune of Saint-André-d'Apchon is rich in a remarkable historical and natural heritage.

Itinerary to find in the topographical guide:
Topoguide walks and discoveries in the Roannais

Your itinerary

Map List

1 - DEPARTURE

From the town hall square, take rue Jean-Baptiste Chambonnière towards the north. Go down the stairs on your right to admire the castle. Continue on the path. At Place Patin, turn left and go up Rue de l'Eglise. Bypass the church on the right and go down to the cemetery. On your left, don't miss the recently restored washhouse.

2 - STEP 1

Take the road to the right of the cemetery and continue to climb along the foot of the Bouthéran hillside.

3 - STEP 2

Before a house, turn right into the vines. Pass the cherry tree (information panel) and reach the belvedere built in a cask (very large barrel) of wine. Admire the view of the vineyards and the village and continue in the same direction.

4 - STEP 3

Back on the tarmac, go down a few meters to the right then turn left at the directional post (further on, information panel). Join the road to La gourra and go down to the right.

5 - STEP 4

Further down, take the small path on the left. Take the road to the right without changing direction until you reach the Halle des Sports.
Climb the stairs to the left of the entrance to the room to reach the park and its century-old cedar. Find the road and go up to the town hall square along the pond to find your starting point.