The heritage cruise

TopicSciences and discovery
DepartureCHATILLON-SUR-LOIRE (45)
Details

Cruise across the famous aqueduct at Briare before visiting the charming medieval town of Montargis - known as the ‘Venice of Gatinais’ because of its numerous canals and bridges. Buy delicious pralines from the original shop that made them in the time of Louis XIII. Saffron, the world’s most expensive spice, is grown in the surrounding fields.

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Stop in Briare

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It is on the banks of the Loire, a transit and markets, as many ancient cities were built. Briare is one of these cities.

What to see / visit in Briare:

  • La House of the Two Marines
  • The Church of St Etienne
  • The Mosaic Museum and enamels revives an industrial venture in the service of art, unique in its creativity.
  • Castle of Trousse-Barrière, houses exhibitions. It is a magnificent 19th century house whose rooms are decorated with stained glass made by Henri Harpignies
  • The Castle of the "Seigneurs du canal de Loyre en Seine", a medieval fortress entirely rebuilt in the 18th century, now houses the Town Hall.

Accommodation nearby

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  • Castelnaudary
  • 04 68 94 42 80

Stop in Rogny-les-Sept-Ecluses

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Rogny-les-Sept-Ecluses is a tourist location with guided tours. There is the possibility of tasting local products on the port (including snails). There are several restaurants and shops.

What to see / visit in Rogny-les-Sept-Locks:

  • The seven locks of the seventeenth century.
  • Guided tour of the city (which locks in September), on request at the tourist office. This is an entrance fee of around 20 euros per group
  • Château de la Bussiere
  • The church


Accommodation nearby

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  • Castelnaudary
  • 04 68 94 42 80

Stop in Montcresson

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From a tourism perspective, Montcresson has some attractions in terms of heritage. But tourism is Montcresson to other aspects, such as handicrafts and local producers or tourism more nature and discovery. This city enjoys the gastronomy of this area and many restaurants will delight you. Enjoy your vacation to indulge in activities and sports activities such as walking or cycling.

What to see / visit Montcresson:

  • The Gardens of Angulus Ridet descend to a pond that is a remnant of the old canal
  • The former laundry is beautifully restored
  • The church of Saint-Leger
  • The fountain of Saint-Genou de Breuzey
  • The feudal
  • The manor-farm of the brush
  • The Castle of the Forest

Accommodation nearby

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Les Roulottes des Bords de Loire

  • Poilly-lez-gien
  • 02 .3 8. 67 .1 2. 50

Stop in Montargis

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Montargis is a haven built in the middle of a branch of small islands. Known as the "Venice of Gatinais", this city is an invitation to evasion. Furthermore the city offers many shops, restaurants and services of all kinds.

By following the circuit of its 127 bridges and footbridges, the enchantment montargois occurs: imprint of a rich past, the city has many sights and mingle harmoniously the architectural styles of the twelfth, and seventeenth eighteenth centuries. There are many pedestrian streets. His Praslines, honey and saffron, celebrated worldwide.

What to see / visit in Montargis:

  • Sainte Madeleine Church
  • The Royal Castle
  • Hotel Durzy
  • Old Ursuline Convent
  • City Hall
  • Hotel Bartholomew Prevost
  • Girodet Museum
  • Museum of the Tanners
  • Museum Gatinais

Accommodation nearby


Stop in Châtillon-Coligny

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A superb castle stood in Châtillon-Coligny. However, the Revolution did not spared it and today,  it only remains for us to admire the monumental tower and three terraces.

What to see / visit in Châtillon-Coligny:

  • The Church of Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul
  • The historical museum of the former Hotel Dieu
  • House called the "Grenier à Sel", dating from the second half of the sixteenth century
  • City walls were built after the authorization was given in 1376. There are still some things three rounds with one that supports the church tower.

Accommodation nearby

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Les Roulottes des Bords de Loire

  • Poilly-lez-gien
  • 02 .3 8. 67 .1 2. 50

Stop in Ouzouer-sur-Trézée

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Ouzouer-on-Trézée is small traditional village in the region. You will find some trade and a haven of peace and tranquility.

What to see / visit Ouzouer-on-Trézée:

  • The Church of St. Martin of the twelfth century
  • A house of the sixteenth century
  • The castle of Pont Chevron, the mosaics and the garden

Accommodation nearby

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  • Castelnaudary
  • 04 68 94 42 80

Stop in Châtillon-sur-Loire

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By following the old streets of Chatillon-sur-Loire, you will discover the ruins of Chateau Gaillard of the twelfth century, ordinary houses of winemakers from the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries and mansions of prosperous merchants. You can also visit the cemetery and the Protestant church, that witnessed a turbulent era when the city was a stronghold of Protestantism constantly besieged by Catholic forces.

What to see / visit in Chatillon-sur-Loire:

  • The ruins of Chateau Gaillard
  • The mansions of the merchants
  • The cemetery and the Protestant church

Accommodation nearby

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Le Boat

  • Castelnaudary
  • 04 68 94 42 80



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