Villapourçon offers nature, architectural history and a sheep farm with its own products and activities. Its varied attractions include the Tête de bassin versant de la Dragne Natura 2000 site, Cascade de la Dragne, Eglise Saint-Symphorien, Pierre Aiguë and Les Bêêlles Morvandelles. When planning your visit, it helps to distinguish between these attractions: habitats and wild waterways, historic buildings, a rock formation and a farm’s products appeal to different interests. This will help you decide which aspects of the area interest you most and which activities require an appointment.

Nature among habitats and the Dragne

The Tête de bassin versant de la Dragne site in Villapourçon is in a Natura 2000 zone. It includes wetlands, peat bogs, meadows, heathland and rocky outcrops. Its habitats therefore range from wetland areas to open meadows and rocky terrain. Nature here is not limited to a single waterfall: the variety of habitats gives the site its own distinct character.

Cascade de la Dragne is near the hamlet of Dragne. The Dragne is typical of the Morvan’s wild waterways. The waterfall is a specific location by the hamlet, while the Dragne itself represents the wider network of wild waterways in the Morvan. Those interested in nature can therefore choose between visiting a named waterfall and exploring the broader landscape associated with the Dragne.

Take in the church and the rock

Eglise Saint-Symphorien is a Romanesque church mentioned in the 13th century. Its bell tower was reconstructed in 1844. These dates refer to two different historical points: the church’s mention in the Middle Ages and a later building project involving the tower. This helps put the building’s long history into context without treating its mention and reconstruction as the same event.

Pierre Aiguë lies two kilometres east of Vieille Montagne. You can park at the entrance to the track leading to Pierre Aiguë; the rock is 20 metres further on. These details help with navigation in two ways: the two-kilometre distance locates the rock east of Vieille Montagne, while the 20 metres indicate the short stretch from the track entrance to the rock.

Sheep farm, products and visits

On a site of about 10 hectares with 50 sheep, Les Bêêlles Morvandelles offers yoghurt, Tomme, soft cheese and Crottins. The products of a specific farm are another point of interest alongside nature and architectural history. The range includes yoghurt and various types of cheese, and may change. If you are interested in a particular product, it is best to ask in advance what is currently available.

Free guided tours are available by appointment. You can take part in milking on Saturdays between 5 and 6:30 p.m. by appointment. Arrange your preferred time with the farm in advance, as appointment availability may change.

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For the main travel overview: Nièvre.