Moulins-Engilbert
Morvandelle VeniceMoulins-Engilbert, an ancient medieval town, will not fail to appeal to lovers of walks and old stones, with its numerous canals, its pretty flower-filled streets, its picturesque old houses and its rich built heritage.
An ancient medieval city
Along the narrow streets, set off to discover its rich building heritage :
- The ruins of the Old Castles,
- The 15th century Saint Jean Baptiste church,
- The Salt Granary Tower,
- The convents of the Ursulines and the Picpus,
- The Guichet tower, a vestige of the 14th century ramparts,
- To the south of the town, Commagny and its former 12th century priory.
During the summer season, the City of Moulins-Engilbert takes us back to the Middle Ages, on the occasion of its great Medieval Festival, on the site of the Old Castle. Also, historical visits are organized by the Tourist Office, in the company of guides who are passionate about history and experts in local heritage. Sign up!
©Jérôme Champagnat 
the Morvan Green Station
Gateway town to the Morvan Regional Natural Park, Moulins-Engilbert is labeled Green Station. It owes its name to the numerous mills which were established on the Garat and the Guignon. These two 1st category rivers water the town and delight trout fishermen.
Ecotourism Festival, Autumn Festival… Moulins-Engilbert raises awareness among the general public about environmental preservation. For the occasion, the city is offering activities and events to raise awareness, discover the regions and highlight local know-how.
The town of Moulins-Engilbert, nestled in a lush green setting, is ideal for outdoor sports enthusiasts. Its woods, meadows, streams, and recreational pool are all very enjoyable under the summer sun. There are also lovely hikes to explore, taking you on a journey to discover the birthplace of the Charolais cattle.
The monthly fair
Every first Tuesday morning of the month, the Moulins-Engilbert fair is THE unmissable event for anyone who wants to stroll among the fruit and vegetable stalls, smell the aromas of roast chicken and spices, browse the clothing or small hardware stalls...
The heart of the market is the fairground – the fairground – which once welcomed breeders who came to sell their livestock. Today, the fair extends to Place Lafayette, another historic square in the village.
Going to the fair is also an opportunity to chat and tell each other the latest news. The Morvan accent mixes with Dutch sounds, we find his childhood friends who have come to spend their holidays...
Charolaise, star of the village
©Jérôme Champagnat The town of Moulins-Engilbert welcomes a cattle market for the sale of Charolais cows and sheep. This sale takes place at the Marché au Cadran; electronic auction market internationally famous, which brings together breeders and livestock buyers. Set your alarm, put on your boots and meet on Tuesday mornings at dawn to see these magnificent Charolaises parade through the auction rooms.
This electronic auction market was created in 1983 to support the growth of this cattle breed. Historically, the sale took place on the Fairgrounds where the weighbridge on which the animals were weighed still remains.
Moulins-Engilbert also welcomes the Livestock and Charolais Museum, open to the public from Easter to the end of October. It relates the history of agriculture in Morvan, the evolution of production methods and its breeding activity. During the summer, guided tours of the Museum and the Marché au Cadran are organized, upon registration at the Tourist Office.
Street Art in the heart of Moulins-Engilbert
You are an art lover, a treasure hunt fan or simply curious about history and Morvan folklore ? Walk through the streets of the village of Moulins-Engilbert in slow mode and find the trompe l'oeil frescoes, scattered on the facades of houses.
For three years, several artists gave free rein to their talent on the walls of Moulins-Engilbert and those of surrounding villages. A tour of 22 frescoes dedicated to three renowned artists of trompe l'oeil painting: Henri Cadiou, Pierre Gilou and Daniel Solnon. With the frescoes booklet available at the Tourist Office, you are sure to find them all…
1st ambassador of the city
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Moulins-Engilbert tourist office
11 place Lafayette – 58290
Phone. +33 3 73 21 03 00
Open all year round
