Gien, Administrative commune in Loire Valley, France
Gien is a French commune situated along the Loire River in the Loire Valley. The town stretches along the riverbank with stone buildings, local government offices, and public facilities distributed across its territory.
Gien developed as a settlement along the Loire and later became an administrative center with a castle. During World War II, German air raids targeted the Loire bridge, causing widespread destruction across the town.
The Château de Gien houses a museum dedicated to hunting traditions, where visitors can see crafted objects from different periods on display. The collection reveals how significant hunting was to this region over time.
The town hall is located in the town center and serves as the main point for local government services and resident inquiries. Visitors can also find information there about the area and local attractions.
A ceramic factory in the town has produced fine earthenware using traditional methods for over 200 years, continuing its craft legacy. This workshop remains an active example of local artisan heritage that draws interest from visitors.
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Château de La Bussière
10.7 km
Château de Gien
1.6 km
Vieux pont de Gien
1.8 km
Viaduc de Gien
1.4 km
Nouveau pont de Gien
2.7 km
Musée de la chasse, histoire et nature en Val de Loire
1.6 km
Lycée Marguerite-Audoux
827 m
Building of the Savings Bank of Gien
1.5 km
Église paroissiale Sainte-Jeanne d'Arc
1.5 km
Église Saint-Pierre de Poilly-lez-Gien
3.1 km
Église Saint-Martin de Saint-Martin-sur-Ocre
5 km
Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste d'Arrabloy
6.5 km
Manoir de Jean d'Arrabloy
6.5 kmChapelle de l'hôpital de Gien
1.1 km
Maison des Alix
1.5 kmScenic viewpoint
2.6 kmStatue de Vercingétorix
1.5 kmGien
1.7 kmStatue, Work of art
3.3 kmScenic viewpoint
1.5 kmEspace Culturel de Gien
1.3 kmLes terrasses du château-musée de Gien
1.6 kmMonument aux morts de la guerre de 1914/1918
2.9 kmMemorial
754 mCastle
6.5 kmMémorial Nevoy
3.6 kmMonument
1.5 kmMémorial Gien cimetière
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