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Château de Clairefontaine in Garchizy: an 18th-century château near Nevers
The Château de Clairefontaine in Garchizy is presented by Expedia as an 18th-century château on the banks of the Loire, about eight kilometres from Nevers. The listing describes a family-friendly stay with a pool, garden, games room and extensive accessibility features. A convenient base for staying in a château while exploring the Nièvre.
At a glance
- Location
- Garchizy, Nièvre department (Burgundy-Franche-Comté), in the Nevers urban area, about 8 km from the city
- Accommodation
- An 18th-century château according to the title of the Expedia listing, described as a “château for families” and run by a private host
- Highlights
- Pool, garden with barbecue and sun loungers, games room, billiards, table football, playground, bicycles, EV charging, free Wi-Fi, parking
- Guest rating
- 8.4/10 from 12 reviews on Expedia (as of 14 Oct 2026)
- Check-in & check-out
- Check-in from 5 pm · check-out at 1.30 pm
- Good to know
- One dog or cat allowed (max 25 kg) · non-smoking · no lift · housekeeping and linen on request
Staying at the Château de Clairefontaine in Garchizy: an 18th-century château near Nevers
To stay at the Château de Clairefontaine is to enjoy an 18th-century residence on the edge of Nevers. The Expedia listing, run by a private host, files the address among châteaux for families: garden, playground, a games room with billiards, table football and table tennis, bicycles to borrow and a fitness area. The photos mostly show bathrooms and a pool bordered by buildings with red shutters.
On the comfort side, the listing mentions free Wi-Fi in the rooms, bathrooms with a shower or bath and a bidet, bed linen and towels provided, linen changes and housekeeping on request, a laundry and a concierge service. It counts 2.5 bathrooms. In the garden there are a barbecue, sun loungers and outdoor furniture.
The place stands out for its accessibility: the listing cites eleven reserved parking spaces, a step-free entrance, a wheelchair-accessible path and pool, wheelchairs available on site, Braille signage and visual alarms in the corridors. It also mentions an electric-vehicle charging point and a limousine service.
Photos of Château de Clairefontaine
Garchizy and the Nivernais: a few landmarks of local history
- 15th–16th century – In Nevers, the ducal palace is built for Jean de Clamecy, Count of Nevers, then reworked in the 16th century by the Clèves family.
- 16th century – At Pougues-les-Eaux, next to Garchizy, the thermal springs have been in use since at least this period.
- 17th century – The Guérigny forges, documented since at least this century, make anchor parts for the Navy.
- 1781 – Pierre Babaud de La Chaussade sells his forges to the State.
- 1810 – The heiress of the last Duke of Nevers sells the ducal palace to the town and the département.
- 1840 – The ducal palace of Nevers appears on the 1840 list of historic monuments.
- 1991 – The royal forges of Guérigny are classified as a historic monument.
- 1991–2008 – The Nevers Magny-Cours circuit hosts the Formula 1 French Grand Prix.
The Expedia listing gives no detail on the history of the Château de Clairefontaine beyond its title, which dates it to the 18th century, and no reference article about it could be found, so nothing has been invented. Instead, here is what is known for certain about the region.
Garchizy is a commune in the Nièvre watered by the Loire, next to Nevers. Around it the Nivernais has a varied heritage: the dukes’ palace, a cathedral, former Navy forges and spa towns.
Facilities and services at the Château de Clairefontaine
The details below come from the Expedia listing (as of 14 Oct 2026); they may vary from one unit to another.
Leisure and relaxation
- Pool, wheelchair accessible
- Games room with billiards, table football and table tennis
- Children’s playground
- Bicycles and fitness area
- Garden, barbecue, sun loungers and outdoor furniture
Rooms and bathrooms
- Free Wi-Fi in all rooms
- Shower or bath, bidet
- Bed linen and towels provided
- Linen change and housekeeping on request
- Laundry and water dispenser
Accessibility
- Eleven reserved parking spaces
- Step-free entrance and accessible path
- Wheelchairs available on site
- Braille signage and visual alarms
- No lift
Services
- Concierge service
- Limousine service
- Electric-vehicle charging point
- On-site parking
- Non-smoking property
Where the Château de Clairefontaine is: on the edge of Nevers
Garchizy lies in the Nièvre, about 8 km north-west of Nevers, within the urban area of the préfecture. The Loire flows through the commune, and the Morvan regional nature park is about 43 km away. According to Expedia, Garchizy station is a 22-minute walk and the Pougues-les-Eaux casino is 4.2 km away.
Within 10 km the listing names the church of Sainte-Bernadette du Banlay and the Espace Bernadette-Soubirous in Nevers; within 15 km, the Parc Roger-Salengro and the Bec d’Allier, where the Allier meets the Loire. Two golf courses are also mentioned: Vallée de Germiny and the public Nivernais course.
Pougues-les-Eaux, a spa town, is under 3 km away, and Nevers with its ducal palace about 8 km. For the more curious, La Charité-sur-Loire (15 km) and the Magny-Cours circuit (21 km) round off the outing.
Distances (as the crow flies from the Château de Clairefontaine)
| Garchizy (centre) | approx. 300 m |
| Pougues-les-Eaux | approx. 3 km |
| Parc Saint Léger art centre | approx. 3.5 km |
| Fourchambault | approx. 3.5 km |
| Espace Bernadette-Soubirous (Nevers) | approx. 7.5 km |
| Nevers (town centre) | approx. 7.5 km |
| Royal Forges of Guérigny | approx. 8 km |
| Ducal Palace of Nevers | approx. 8 km |
| La Charité-sur-Loire | approx. 15 km |
| Nevers Magny-Cours circuit | approx. 21 km |
Distances calculated as the crow flies from the coordinates of the Expedia listing; walking times come from the same listing.
Things to see around the Château de Clairefontaine
Royal Forges of Guérigny
approx. 8 km
Forges documented since the 17th century at least, which made anchors for the Navy. The State bought them in 1781; they have been a classified historic monument since 1991.
Ducal Palace of Nevers
approx. 8 km
A château of the 15th and 16th centuries, residence of the counts and then dukes of Nevers, regarded as the first of the Loire châteaux. It now houses the town hall.
Nevers Cathedral
approx. 8 km
A cathedral dedicated to Saint Cyricus, martyred aged three or four, and to his mother Saint Julitta. A historic monument and seat of the diocese of Nevers, it overlooks the old centre.
La Charité-sur-Loire
approx. 15 km
A monastic town that grew up around a ford on the Loire, on the borders of Burgundy and Berry, on one of the routes of the Way of St James.
Nevers Magny-Cours circuit
approx. 21 km
A permanent circuit near Magny-Cours, 18 km south of Nevers, which hosted the Formula 1 French Grand Prix from 1991 to 2008. It has three tracks, including a kart track.
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Who is the Château de Clairefontaine in Garchizy for?
Families
Pool, garden, playground, games room and bicycles: a setting designed for children.
Travellers with reduced mobility
The listing details many adaptations: reserved parking, step-free entrance, accessible pool, Braille signage.
History lovers
The ducal palace and cathedral of Nevers, the royal forges of Guérigny and the monastic town of La Charité are all within driving distance.
Motor-racing fans
The Nevers Magny-Cours circuit, former home of the Formula 1 French Grand Prix, is about twenty kilometres away.
Good to know before booking the Château de Clairefontaine
- Check-in is from 5 pm and check-out is at 1.30 pm.
- One dog or cat is allowed, up to 25 kg; check with the property.
- Parking is available on site. The listing also mentions an electric-vehicle charging point.
- There is no lift. The listing details many accessibility features; for special requirements, contact the property via the booking confirmation.
- Housekeeping and linen changes are on request.
- The property is non-smoking.
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Frequently asked questions
Can you stay overnight at the Château de Clairefontaine in Garchizy?
Yes. The accommodation is presented on Expedia as an 18th-century château for families, in Garchizy in the Nièvre.
Are pets allowed?
Yes, according to Expedia: one dog or cat, up to 25 kg.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is possible from 5 pm, and check-out is at 1.30 pm.
Is there a swimming pool?
Yes, the listing mentions a pool, which is wheelchair accessible via a ramp.
Is there parking at the château?
Yes, parking spaces are available on the grounds, including eleven reserved for disabled guests.
What is there to see near the Château de Clairefontaine?
Pougues-les-Eaux is under 3 km away, Nevers and its ducal palace about 8 km, the Guérigny forges 8 km and La Charité-sur-Loire about fifteen kilometres.
Room photos, guest reviews and available dates are all in the Château de Clairefontaine listing on Expedia.
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