Only 15 minutes from the departmental town of Gueret, which has all major conveniences, half an hour from the medieval town of Aubusson, famous for its tapestry industry, Marsat is surrounded by beautiful countryside and wildlife, but a mere 10 minutes from the main road between Gueret and Montlucon which is just over the border in the Auvergne Region.
Views of the Creuse
The Creuse Valley– the hidden heart of the Limousin in central France, where blue sky meets green hills, and beautiful unspoilt rivers and lakes lap at the feet of granite cliffs and ancient trees.
Stunning scenery, ancient ruins, medieval towns and chateaux are not all of the story however, modern life has not passed this quiet backwater of France by, most lakes have beautiful beaches, complete with café, toilet facilties, childrens play equipment and safe swimming areas. Some lakes are large enough for sailing, windsurfing and waterski.
Thousands of km of signposted cycling and hiking trails wind through the undulating hills and forests, most of
the routes starting and finishing at delightful villages and towns, offering plenty of opportunities to sample
French cuisine from a selection of bars, brasseries and bistros, where a plat de jour can cost as little as 10 euros.