It takes its name from the Cher River and lies within the historic area of the former province of Berry (along with the department of Indre).
Prefecture (capital): Bourges (with the magnificent Gothic cathedral of Saint-Étienne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site).
Sub-prefectures: Vierzon and Saint-Amand-Montrond.
History: One of the original 83 departments created in 1790 (French Revolution).
Landscape and features: Varied landscapes: forests, hills, rivers, marshes (e.g., the Bourges marshes), ponds.
North: Sologne (wooded, wild).
East: Famous Sancerre wine hills (white wine, Pinot Noir).
Center: Peaceful Berry bocage, meadows, canals.
Often considered the "geographic heart" of France (several villages claim its exact center).
Economic and tourism highlights:
Wine: Sancerre, Menetou-Salon, Quincy.
Gastronomy: goat cheese (Crottin de Chavignol), game, pâté, local products.
Tourism: medieval towns (Bourges, La Charité-sur-Loire), castles, canal cruises, nature.
Known for tranquility, authenticity, and a gentle lifestyle.
In short: Cher is a peaceful, green, and historic department in the heart of France – ideal for those who enjoy nature, good wine, heritage, and the Burgundian lifestyle, without the hustle and bustle of big cities.
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