Selles-sur-Cher, Rural commune in Loir-et-Cher department, France.
This small French commune sits along the Cher River at an elevation of 83 meters, featuring traditional stone buildings and narrow streets that reflect centuries of rural architectural heritage within the Centre-Val de Loire region.
The town's name evolved from Cellule to Celle-Saint-Eusice and Selles-Notre-Dame before adopting its current form, while the medieval Château de Selles-sur-Cher stands as testament to its strategic importance throughout different historical periods.
Selles-sur-Cher celebrates its renowned goat cheese heritage through annual festivals featuring markets, tastings, and historical reenactments that showcase traditional cheese-making methods passed down through generations of local artisans.
Visitors can access the town hall at 1 place Charles-de-Gaulle during weekday hours, explore scenic walking routes along the Cher River, and participate in cheese-making workshops organized by local producers throughout the year.
The commune produces an internationally recognized goat cheese bearing the same name, which earned designation of culinary heritage status during the 19th century and remains a cornerstone of local identity and economic activity.
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