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Things to see in Moulins (France): 15 places and when to go
Moulins is a town in France, and this site lists 15 places in and around it, mainly History (13), Museums and art (2), Architecture (2). The best known are Souvigny Priory, National Center of Stage Costume and Maison Mantin. The best time to come is March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 23. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- France · 46.566, 3.3326
- Places
- 15 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- History (13) · Museums and art (2) · Architecture (2) · Temples (1) · Nature (1) · Wildlife (1)
- Best time
- March to October.
- Also possible
- November to February.
- Nearest airport
- LYS Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône, 165 km as the crow flies
What to see in Moulins
The places in and around Moulins, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
- Souvigny PrioryPriory located in Allier, in France11 km
- National Center of Stage CostumeMuseum in France1.2 km
- Maison MantinHistorical Mansion in Allier, France193 m
- Château d'AvrillyCastle in Trévol, France8.8 km
- St. Menoux, Saint-MenouxChurch located in Allier, in France14 km
- Freyssinet Test Arch1909 concrete arch1.1 km
- Maison du DoyennéHouse in Moulins, France78 m
- Pont RégemortesBridge862 m
- Porte de Paris (Moulins)History567 m
- Jacquemart towerHistory4 m
- Château de PanessièreCastle12 km
- Château de PomayCastle8.8 km
- Château des EchardonsCastle14 km
- Réserve naturelle nationale du val d'AllierProtected area in France14 km
- Le Bourbonnais, de Couzon à MoulinsHiking8.7 km
When to go to Moulins
The best time to visit Moulins is March to October; also possible: November to February. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanPossible8:46
- FebPossible10:04
- MarBest time11:36
- AprBest time13:21
- MayBest time14:48
- JunBest time15:37
- JulBest time15:17
- AugBest time14:00
- SepBest time12:19
- OctBest time10:38
- NovPossible9:08
- DecPossible8:23
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In June there are 15 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 23. In April, 15 of the 15 places are at their best.
When to go to France in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Moulins
The nearest main airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS, Colombier-Saugnieu, Rhône), 165 km as the crow flies. How to get around France (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Saint-Pourçain-sur-Besbre16 places24 km
- Cosne-d'Allier9 places39 km
- Nevers27 places48 km
- Sagonne5 places50 km
- Vichy47 places50 km
- Paray-le-Monial12 places62 km
And all of France, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Moulins?
The best known: Souvigny Priory, National Center of Stage Costume, Maison Mantin, Château d'Avrilly, St. Menoux, Saint-Menoux. In all, 15 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Moulins?
March to October; also possible: November to February. In June there are 15 h 37 of daylight, and in December, 8 h 23.
How do you get to Moulins?
The nearest main airport is Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS), 165 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Moulins as the destination and these 15 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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