Saint-Benoît-du-Sault

Indre
Contemporary architecture
Buildings designed by P. Chemetov
Filming locations
French film *Les Gardiennes* (2017)
River
The River Portefeuille

Medieval trail between Berry and Limousin

At the crossroads of Berry and Limousin, perched on a granite rock overlooking the river, this ancient medieval town, once home to Benedictine monks, offers, behind its ramparts, a charming stroll through its steep, narrow streets, where you can explore its 15th- and 16th-century houses, its church and its priory, as well as the Portfolio Valley, over which the village offers a lovely view.

Église de Saint-Benoît-du-Sault pbvf

Église de Saint-Benoît-du-Sault

This church dates from the 11th, 13th and 14th centuries. It has stained-glass windows by Jean Mauret.

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Prieuré pbvf

Prieuré

It is open to visitors during exhibitions.

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The Saint-Benoît Scandals

“If you don’t choose a SITRAM, you might end up with a disaster!” That was the company’s slogan in a TV advert from the 1990s that has become a cult classic – and one you simply must watch again! Based on the outskirts of the medieval town of Saint-Benoît-du-Sault, SITRAM has been manufacturing pressure cookers and kitchenware since 1960. Renowned for its expertise, with products bearing the “Made in France” label, the company holds the Origine France Garantie® certification. As part of the Entreprises du Patrimoine Vivant® (EPV) network, the factory is also open to visitors by appointment.


Your experiences to live in Saint-Benoît-du-Sault

Ideas for everyone, all the time

Marché hebdomadaire

From Jan. 1, 2026 to Dec. 31, 2026 from 8 a.m.

Marché hebdomadaire

A gourmet showcase of a region, the market is the place to be where you can share a good time of conviviality and stroll along the alleys.

Next dates:

  • From 01/01/2026 to 12/31/2026
    Open every day
36170 SAINT-BENOÎT-DU-SAULT
Exposition "Willy Ronis par Willy Ronis"

From Sept. 5, 2026 to Oct. 18, 2026

Exposition "Willy Ronis par Willy Ronis"

Exhibition of 90 photographs by artist Luizo Véga to benefit the association Les Amis du jardin sanctuaire animalier.

Luizo Véga, a photographer for show biz and fashion, presents us with sometimes well-known characters, sublimated by black and white. As for flowers, Luizo Vega highlights them to make them even more radiant. Luizo Vega now devotes most of his time to a passion close to his heart, an animal shelter.

Next dates:

  • From 09/05/2026 to 10/18/2026
Cinémobile

The Oct. 27, 2026 from 2 p.m.

Cinémobile

The Cinémobile, a unique travelling cinema in France, travels throughout the Centre-Val de Loire region and allows the rural public to benefit from access to the cinema through a program of current events and activities.

Every month, the Cinémobile offers a varied program for all audiences, so that cinema rhymes with culture, leisure and conviviality!.. Present in Saint Benoit du Sault, you can discover several films. Download the program on the right.

Next dates:

  • 10/27/2026
    Open every day
36170 SAINT-BENOÎT-DU-SAULT
Théâtre: "L'heureux Élu"

The Nov. 8, 2026

Théâtre: "L'heureux Élu"

Cover versions of songs from the French-speaking repertoire, from Jacques Brel to Véronique Sanson, via Michel Berger, Jean Jacques Goldman and many others...

Jimmy Brégy is an all-round artist: actor, composer, singer and performer, and a winner of "N'oubliez pas les paroles". He was also nominated for a Molière for "Moi aussi je suis Barbara". Jimmy Brégy's deep voice is spellbinding.

Next dates:

  • 11/08/2026
36170 SAINT-BENOÎT-DU-SAULT
Concours de belote

The Nov. 14, 2026

Concours de belote

Belote competition.

The Saint-Benoit-du-Sault Intergenerational Club is hosting a belote tournament—4 games of 12 tricks each! There are plenty of food prizes to be won—bring your cards!

Next dates:

  • 11/14/2026
36170 SAINT-BENOÎT-DU-SAULT
Foires grasses de Brive

The Dec. 13, 2026 from 8:30 a.m.

Foires grasses de Brive

Foires grasses of Brive in the medieval city of Saint-Benoît-du-Sault, the most beautiful villages in France.

The commune of Saint-Benoit-du-Sault will be hosting its famous foires grasses in partnership with producers from Brive-La Gaillarde. Farm producers from the Correze region will be on hand to offer gourmet products: confits, geese, whole ducks, foies gras, stuffed necks, magrets, manchons, charcuteries, chocolates, cheeses... and accompanying wines!

Next dates:

  • 12/13/2026
    Open every day

Map of Saint-Benoît-du-Sault

Extend the visit to near Saint-Benoît-du-Sault

Gargilesse-Dampierre

(18 km)

Prepare your stay at Saint-Benoît-du-Sault