Baudres

Baudres is located on the D956 departmental road between Blois and Châteauroux. The village reveals three different facets along its trails, by its waters, and in the Church of Saint-Martial.

Trails, Landscape, and Views

Baudres is characterized by hilly, wooded, green countryside. The blue-marked hiking trail in Baudres is five kilometers long; walking time is about one hour and 15 minutes. Check the local trail signs before setting out.

Baudres also has 44 kilometers of green trails. Of these, 30 kilometers are accessible on foot or by mountain bike. Since trail conditions can change seasonally, check them before your outing.

The marked five-kilometer trail offers a single hike, described by its distance and approximate walking time. The 44 kilometers of green trails and the 30 kilometers accessible on foot or by mountain bike describe a broader area. This provides two distinct planning options: a hike with a clear time commitment and a choice based on mode of travel. From La Moinerie, you can enjoy a panoramic view over the Céphons Valley.

Waters in Baudres

Étang des Princes is a pond created by the municipality of Baudres alongside the D956. It has picnic areas and shaded spots with fishing areas.

The Nichat rises within the municipality of Baudres and is classified as a first-category watercourse. The two waterside locations have different highlights: Étang des Princes has picnic and fishing areas, while the Nichat is defined by its source and watercourse category. If you would like to fish in the Nichat, check the local fishing regulations.

Church of Saint-Martial: Construction and History

The Church of Saint-Martial is a Romanesque building dating from the 12th century. It is documented as a church dependent on the Abbey of Déols in 1115; in 1819, it became the parish church. The dates refer to different aspects: 1115 to its ecclesiastical dependency, the 12th century to its Romanesque construction, and 1819 to its status as a parish church.

Its architecture can also be described through individual elements: the nave ends in a flat east end; the bell tower is square and has a chapel at its base. The flat end and the tower with its chapel thus refer to different parts of the church.

The oldest bell is the Balzème bell, also known as the “Hail Bell”; it is believed to date from around the 13th or 14th century. A graffito or inscription in the church was registered as a protected object on June 13, 1989.

Festival on the First Weekend in June

The Association d'Animation de Baudres holds a festival every year on the first weekend in June. It begins with a flea market; there is also a farmers’ market and fairground entertainment. The festival also includes activities, a meal, and a torchlight procession. If you would like to plan your stay around the festival, check the dates and program for the relevant year.

Discover more destinations: Pouligny-Saint-Pierre, Fléré-la-Rivière, Lurais, Luant, Saint-Aigny, Bouesse, Chitray, Saint-Benoît-du-Sault.

For the broader travel overview: Indre.