Heritage weekend
©OT2CYT - Claude Blot Heritage lovers, take a weekend trip into the past and explore the gems of our region.
Day 1
The Old Court
Settling in at the Ancien Tribunal means, as its name suggests, putting down your suitcases in an atypical and entirely renovated guest room in the historic center of Tonnerre. Two rooms are available in this spacious, tastefully renovated building.
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Visit of Tonnerre
To start your stay, go to the Tourist Office of Tonnerre to gather all the information you will need. Do not hesitate to ask for the city map, you will find all the information there so as not to miss anything. On the back, the map of the surrounding area, this may be useful to you later.
BrochuresThe Hôtel Dieu of Tonnerre
It is the longest medieval hospital in Europe, built in 1293, it is a monument not to be missed during your stay.
Learn MoreCrazy Idea Restaurant
On the way to Collan and go to l'Idée Folle for lunch. Sit in the vaulted cellar to taste the local and seasonal products showcased in this restaurant. A moment filled with authenticity thanks to traditional cuisine in the heart of the Tonnerre countryside.
Learn MoreChateau de Maulnes
Head to the Château de Maulnes! This five-sided monument gives it this unique architecture. This Renaissance pentagon is an essential stop on your journey. Let yourself be surprised during a free or guided tour and don't hesitate to find out about the event schedule that grows every summer.
Learn MoreRestaurant the Inn of Bourgogne
On the outskirts of Tonnerre, we recommend dinner at the restaurant of the Auberge de Bourgogne or discover its catering service. The establishment also has around forty rooms and specializes in welcoming groups.
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Castle of Nuits
To start a new day, head to the Château de Nuits !
This family visit is the work of two sisters who continue to bring this Renaissance monument to life, a human experience which emotionally retraces the history of the place and its previous occupants.
Pontigny Abbey
For the last stop of this heritage weekend, we suggest you visit the Pontigny Abbey. The site was recently purchased, which allowed the development and renovation of this unmissable Cistercian place in the region. Take the opportunity to try the restaurant and its local products, discover the shop and of course the abbey, which can be explored freely or on guided tours.
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