The Secrets of the Puisaye-In the footsteps of Colette,potters & castle builders
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.
Options
Accommodation for short stays
Extended vacation: Possibility to provide extended vacation including accommodation options. Please enquire. Daily advertised rates apply
Pickup included
What's included in The Secrets of the Puisaye-In the footsteps of Colette,potters & castle builders
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
A visit to a traditional Puisaye pottery to learn all about this ancient craft
Moutiers-en-Puisaye
A stop at the pretty village of Moutiers-en-Puisaye to admire some beautifully preserved medieval wall-paintings.
Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye
A driving tour through the backroads and lanes to discover more of this authentic and secretive region
Inclusions
- Visit to admire medieval paintings
- Transport in 8 passenger minivan
- A visit to a local natural wine maker
- Pick up & drop off from designated places
- Driving tour to explore the Puisaye
- Visit to a pottery
- Lunch in local restaurant (20/30€)
- Return train tickets Paris-Joigny
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Additional Information
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€
