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Close to our welcoming b and b in Burgundy, is the former abbey of Pontigny one of the oldest sites of the Cistercian order.

Discover the biggest Cistercian church in the world. 

Second foundation of the Cistercian monastery of Citeaux. Established in 1114 on the borders of the old diocese of Sens, Auxerre and Langres, between Champagne and Burgundy. It was founded by Hugues de Macon, Saint Bernard companion. The large church, still intact today is 120 meters long.

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Located in Burgundy, in Yonne. A few miles from our pleasant b and b, this chateau  built 1,000 years ago, has always belonged to the same family. Impressive fortress has 8 towers that give it its fairy tale side.

This chateau, listed as a historical monument, is privately owned. It is open to visitors and its 20-acre park designed by Le Nôtre.

The Family of Chastellux has marked the history of ...

Our charming warm  b and b is an ideal place to stay before or after a cruise on the canals of Burgundy.

Built between the 17th and 19th centuries. Burgundy’s canals came up against competition from the railways. Today they bear witness to the history of the “regions” through which they pass.

The canal du Nivernais was used to transport wood from the Morvan towards Paris. In Clamecy you can find out more about the famous “wood floaters”.

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The château of Tanlay, located a few kilometers form our enjoyable b and b, is truly a manifesto of the French Renaissance in Burgundy.

Built between the XVI and XVII century, it is surrounded by moats and a beautiful park. Inside, admire the trompe l’oeil room and the tower of the Ligue with its surprising frescoes…

Did you know? During the wars of religion, it was a meeting place for the Hugenot leaders.

The former manor of Tanlay, attested from the nineteenth century ...