Life is good in Indre—an authentic, unspoiled spot in the heart of France. Throughout Monday, 27 May, the qualities that make Indre such a wonderful place will be broadcast to the world as the Olympic torch visits the department. The torch will begin its route in Le Blanc, a quaint little town split by the River Creuse. It will then connect Cuzion to Baraize over the brand-new Himalayan footbridge that crosses the river. After that it will head to La Châtre, known for the George Sand Museum established in the twilight of the 19^th century. It will then proceed to Buzançais, known as the "Town of Seven Bridges", and Issoudun, with its historic town centre and White Tower, the latter of which was built by Richard the Lionheart in 1195. Next up, Valençay will host one of the highlights of the day as the torch will explore the courtyard and gardens of the Château de Valençay, a wonder of the Renaissance. Finally, Châteauroux will bring the curtain down on the Olympic torch's visit to Indre.

Celebrations in Châteauroux

Nestled in the heart of the Champagne Berrichonne, Châteauroux is a city with a medieval flair; the Olympic torch will call attention to its thousand-year history and many attractions as it winds down its tour of the Indre department, starting with a visit to the Notre-Dame Abbey in Déols, built in the 16^th century and a key point on the Way of St James. It will continue its promenade around the city centre, not far from the Château Raoul, whose silhouette has loomed large over Châteauroux since the 10^th century. The torch will blaze past Notre-Dame Church, a harmonious blend of Romanesque and Byzantine architecture that stands out for its clock tower, which stands at an incredible 50 metres! The evening will draw to a close in the Departmental Sports Hub. This 7.5-hectare multidisciplinary complex, popular among clubs and schools, will be the ideal venue to celebrate sport and Olympic values.

Celebration venue info

Come and celebrate the passing of the Olympic flame in Châteauroux !

The celebration site is free and open to all from 3.30pm to 7.45pm at the following address: PLAINE DES SPORTS, 36000 CHÂTEAUROUX

A festive programme open to all awaits you, including :

• events organised by the local authorities: sport, music, shows, etc.
• stands run by the Relay of the Flame sponsors:
  • Coca-Cola will be providing a musical and festive atmosphere
  • Banque Populaire will be giving the public the chance to try out water sports
  • Caisse d'Epargne will be dedicating its stand to basketball and handball
• a show organised by the sponsors on the sports slab from 6 p.m.
• 7.20pm: the arrival of the last torchbearer and the lighting of the Olympic cauldron, a moment not to be missed!

Note: a giant screen, a host and a DJ will also be on hand to get the public in the mood for the Torch Relay!