Culture
The Parc de Garaboeuf is a cultural and historical site featuring the Château de Garaboeuf, the Fontaine Saint-Eparche and various sculptures. A viewpoint in the Parc de Garaboeuf offers panoramic views across the entire park.
Anyone wishing to rent a holiday apartment in Saint-Ybard can take this into account when planning their trip.
Nature
In the Parc de Garaboeuf, wooden walkways lead through a wetland. At the Cascades de Bialet, a landscaped path with small wooden bridges winds through areas of ferns and rocks.
The “De Bialet aux 2 viaducs” hike leads to the Cascades de Bialet. A 7 km hike starting at the Cascades de Bialet leads, among other places, to former forges and the Gour Noir railway viaduct.
A free service station for motorhomes is available to travellers in the car park of the Parc de Garaboeuf.
History
The church of Saint-Ybard already existed in the 10th century. The chapel dedicated to Saint Roch is located in the north of the municipality of Saint-Ybard and is partly hidden among the trees. Saint Roch is celebrated in Saint-Ybard every year around 15 August.
Events
The Fête de la Saint-Roch, held annually from 14 to 16 August, includes a procession in honour of Saint Roch.
On 28 July 2025 at 5 p.m., the Festival de la Vézère hosted a concert featuring Arielle Beck on piano at the church of Saint-Ybard in the Les Trois Saints area.
Culture, Loisirs et Patrimoine offers exhibitions focusing on painting, sculpture, photography and handicrafts, runs workshops for artistic and other leisure activities, and organises cultural events such as concerts, performances and theatre.
