4 Nights in Bourges, France from US$231

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Created: Saturday, July 20, 2024

About the destination

Bourges is a city in central France on the Yèvre river. It is the capital of the department of Cher and also was the capital of the former province of Berry. Capital of the province of Aquitaine at the end of the Roman Empire, capital of the Kingdom of France in the reign of Charles VII, Bourges carefully maintains its heritage from a glorious past. A green city, Bourges is one of the greenest cities in France with 135 hectares of marshland in the heart of the city and more than 50 m2 of parks per inhabitant a city of culture, Bourges is proud of its “Maison de la Culture”, the first to be created in France and of its music festival "Le Printemps de Bourges" - created in 1977 - a true national and international event. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS Bourges Cathedral The Cathedral of St Etienne of Bourges, built between the late 12th and late 13th centuries, is one of the great masterpieces of Gothic art and is admired for its proportions and the unity of its design. The tympanum, sculptures and stained-glass windows are particularly striking. Apart from the beauty of the architecture, it attests to the power of Christianity in medieval France. The cathedral was added to the list of the World Heritage Sites by UNESCO in 1992. The Palace of Jacques Coeur It is one of the most impressive flamboyant Gothic secular buildings in France. It was built between 1443 and 1451 by local-born Coeur, who became minister of finance for King Charles VII. Following his ennoblement, he built this palace to reflect his newly enhanced status. Palais Jacques Coeur in Bourges. The palace is full of symbols and symbolism – note all the hearts for Coeur and shells for Jacques. The inside of the palace is lightly furnished with only a few exhibits – the lovely flamboyant Gothic architecture is the main attraction. Parks in Bourges Bourges has several pleasant parks – many, even the most formal, have play areas for children. •Le Jardin de l’Archevêché is a 17th-century formal park with lovely flowerbeds and the best views of the cathedral from the chevet. •Jardin des Prés-Fichaux was designed in an Art Deco style in the 1920s to the north of the Palais Jacques Coeur and fun to visit with families. •Les Marais is a very large green area inside the city with islands of gardens in the wet marshlands.

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20 Sep

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Bourges - At 1.0 km from the centreBED AND BREAKFAST3 Place du General Leclerc, Bourges 18000

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With a stay at The Originals City, Hôtel Le Berry, Bourges in Bourges, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Palais de Jacques-Coeur and Hotel Lallemant. This hotel is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Hotel des Echevins and 1 mi (1.7 km) from Marais de Bourges.

Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.

Stay in one of 65 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries. Conveniences include desks and coffee/tea makers, and you can also request irons/ironing boards.

Satisfy your appetite for lunch or dinner at MADE IN CAFE, a restaurant which specializes in French cuisine, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 5:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 5:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, a 24-hour front desk, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Planning an event in Bourges? This hotel has 1076 square feet (100 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

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