The Secrets of the Puisaye-In the footsteps of Colette,potters & castle builders

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8 to 9 hours
Free cancellation
3 - 8
Mobile ticket

Overview

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.

Inclusions

  • Transport in 8 passenger minivan
  • Pick up & drop off from designated places
  • Visit to a pottery
  • Visit to admire medieval paintings
  • Driving tour to explore the Puisaye
  • A visit to a local natural wine maker
  • Entry/Admission - Poterie de la Batisse
  • Entry/Admission - Musee Colette

What to expect

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Poterie de la Batisse, 2b La Batisse, RD85 lieu-dit La Bâtisse, 89520 Moutiers-en-Puisaye, France

A visit to a traditional Puisaye pottery to learn all about this ancient craft

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Moutiers-en-Puisaye, Moutiers-en-Puisaye, Yonne, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte

A stop at the pretty village of Moutiers-en-Puisaye to admire some beautifully preserved medieval wall-paintings.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, Yonne, Bourgogne-Franche-Comte

A driving tour through the backroads and lanes to discover more of this authentic and secretive region

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Les Passantes, 5 Pl. du Marché, 89520 Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, France

Lunch in a great local restaurant

Duration: 1 hour

Stop At: Chateau de Ratilly, 10 route du Chaineau, 89520 Treigny France

A remarkable 13th century castle in a beautiful wooded setting.

Duration: 30 minutes

Stop At: Musee Colette, Rue du Chateau, 89520 Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye France

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)

Duration: 45 minutes

Additional information

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Face masks required for guides in public areas
  • Face masks provided for travelers
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff
  • Social distancing enforced throughout experience
  • Transportation vehicles regularly sanitized
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking

Ticket delivery

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Cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

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