The village of Barrou is on the banks of the river Creuse only 10 km from La Plauderie, it has a restaurant/bar, boulangerie (baker) boucherie (butcher) and épicier (grocer)and a post office. There is a boulodrome in the centre of the village for ‘Petanque' (boules). 

The restaurant is typical of small villages of the region in that it is also has a separate bar area where the locals meet over coffee or a glass of wine to discuss the events of the day. It serves traditional fare at good prices and is a good place to join the locals for lunch - you will not be disappointed. Check opening times, as it varies with the seasons and book for evening dining. The outside terrace area looks on to the boulodrome square.

There are many pleasant walks around the village and along the river. The more adventurous can walk to the neighbouring villages with Lesigny offering safe river swimming as well as a picnic area. Descartes kayak club offer trips back down river from the village.

La Guerche.

 A few kilometres west in the direction of Descartes lies the small village of La Guerche with its Chateau --its worth taking a detour through here and heading for Descartes on the opposite side of the river as you will get a different perspective --and catch sight of the troglodytes at St Remy-sur-Creuse

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