Nièvre
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Tourism in Nièvre is primarily green tourism with locals, set in a rural landscape, featuring the Morvan Regional Nature Park for eco-nature activities and the Canal du Nivernais for river cruises or hiking and cycling trails.

Overview

Canal du Nivernais, Nièvre, France
Canal du Nivernais, Nièvre, France · © VoyageForum

Key Facts

  • Type of place: department.
  • Location:
  • Department code: 58.
  • Bordering departments:
  • Sub-prefectures: Château-Chinon, Clamecy, Cosne-Cours-sur-Loire.
  • Number of municipalities: 309.
  • Population: 207,182 inhabitants (2017).
  • Area: 6,817 km².
  • Density: 31 inhabitants/km².
  • Highest point:
  • Lowest point:
  • Coastline: 0 km; no maritime access.
  • Highlights (out of ): Nature ; Culture ; Relaxation-holidays /

History of Nièvre

Geography and Environment

Culture and Economy

What to See in Nièvre

Tourism in Nièvre is primarily green tourism with locals, set in a rural landscape, featuring the Morvan Regional Nature Park for eco-nature activities and the Nivernais Canal for river cruises or hiking and cycling trails.

What to Do in Nièvre

Climate and Weather

Nièvre’s climate is at the crossroads of oceanic, continental, and southern influences.

Transport

Getting There

Getting Around

Accommodation

Dining

Further Information

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