Hotel du Lion d'Argent et des Tanneries La Châtre

Legend has it that George Sand's father was brought to the Lion d'Argent, after falling from his horse, and that in the Middle Ages, the Lion d'Argent was where you had to pay the toll to enter the city, hence the reference to money in its name. This little inn has changed a lot since its days as a former posthouse, yet has managed to retain a sense of authenticity. It is now a 3-star hotel on one level, with "standard" and "garden" rooms overlooking a lovely lawn. All the rooms are fitted with queen-size beds, a mini-bar, a safe, a courtesy platter, a flat screen TV and free Wi-Fi. The permanent, loyal Lion d'Argent staff all aim to keep ahead of our customers' whims, providing information on our services such as bike rides, excursions, the organisation of business meetings and seminars etc. Given our commitment to protecting the environment, we have also initiated proceedings to obtain an Ecolabel, cutting out needless waste and reintroducing common sense.

Located in the heart of George Sand country, the Lion d'Argent is close to many tourist attractions with a 50-km radius, offering the chance of a wonderful holiday for you.
We have listed all the places of interest in six circuits on specific themes, so you can be sure of fitting in all the places of interest to you:
The George Sand and Chopin circuit, taking in sites and landscapes that inspired this romantic couple.
Romanesque churches, including the Basilica of Neuvy-Saint-Sépulchre.
History of France with the sites of Meillant, Aynay le Viel and Châteauneuf sur Cher
Fully-preserved nature zones, to be covered on foot only.
The Berry Champagne region and its amazing plains planted with cereals conceal some magical places: raised stones (reminiscent of Stonehenge) and amazing museums like the Vatan Circus Museum.
The Creuse Valley, its rolling hills that don't quite make mountains and merrily bubbling brooks, fuelled the founders of the Impressionist movement with inspiration.
The Lion d'Argent also offers various sports activities: rambling, mountain biking, cycling, motor-racing on the La Châtre racing-track, golf, horse-riding, fishing and geocaching.