Roughly 150km southeast of Paris, this one-day tour takes you to the heart of the unspoilt Puisaye region of northern Burgundy. Situated between 2 major lines of communication, the Loire to the west and the river Yonne to the east, the Puisaye is a secretive place where time seems to stand still. This very rural area, made up of forests, lakes and fields bordered by hedgerows, also offers the visitor a host of cultural and historical sites. Your trip with us will be a voyage of discovery that will lead you in the footsteps of writers, potters and medieval craftsman. The excursion will take you to visit a local pottery, the Colette museum, as well as a local church to admire the medieval paintings. Certain days are market days (St Sauveur Wednesday and Toucy Saturday). We also propose options such as a visit to a local natural wine maker! We can pick you up from your accommodation in the area or from the local train station. Please enquire for other possibilities.
For clients coming from Paris by train you will be met at Joigny train station Departure Paris Gare de Bercy 8.38 Arrive Joigny 9.51 Departure Joigny 19.12 Arrive Paris Gare de Bercy 20.24 Clients staying in local accommodation 30km radius from St Sauveur en Puisaye can be picked up. For other departures please enquire Cost for return ticket per person 50€
A visit to a traditional Puisaye pottery to learn all about this ancient craft
A stop at the pretty village of Moutiers-en-Puisaye to admire some beautifully preserved medieval wall-paintings.
A driving tour through the backroads and lanes to discover more of this authentic and secretive region
Lunch in a great local restaurant
A remarkable 13th century castle in a beautiful wooded setting.
The Colette Museum is in the castle of Saint-Sauveur-en Puisaye since 1995. It presents the writer’s apartment of the Royal Palace, a room of portraits, a library and a filmography which traces the life of Colette. (closed Tuesdays)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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