Nevers, France

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Nevers (Burgundy) Pop: 55,000

On the banks of the Loire River lies the rural commune of Nevers, a pilgrimage site of Saint Bernadette (of Lourdes) Soubirous, whose body lies in exhibit in a glass and bronze coffin in the convent of St-Gildard.

Nevers features narrow, winding byways through many vintage homes dating from the 14th through 17th centuries and is home to a thriving community of porcelain and pottery artisans.

Attractions in Nevers:

  • The Palais Ducale
  • St.Etienne-10th century Romanesque church,
  • Porte du Croux
  • Pont sur la Loire
  • Cathdrale de Saint Cyr-Sainte Julitte-combines gothic and Romanesque architectural aspects
  • Promenade des Remparts
  • Parc Roger Salengro

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