LA ROCHE VINEUSE, place name « Somméré » , « Lie Quarry » site Today, a meticulous and long drawn- out archeological job enables us to recount partly how the gallo-romans, the merovingians and up to the twentieth century this limestone quarry was worked. You will discover: - Rock formation, - Mining techniques, tools according to each period, - Marks on the hew front, - The rock’s destination (sarcophagus, construction,…) And also - A natural site (limestone lawn, wild orchids…) - A leaved tree arboretum planted in 2007 Opening arrangements
With its famous historical past, this 11th, 12th and 15th century Castle of the Dukes of Burgundy (and later the Kings of France) situated in the heart of Romanesque church and Macon vineyard country, between Cluny and Tournus, is the most important fortified site in Southern Burgundy. Don’t miss the 12th century church, 15th century market place.
Entre Tournus et Cluny, au cœur de la Bourgogne du Sud, le château de Cormatin vous attend au milieu de ses jardins et de ses pièces d’eau.
Les marquis d’Huxelles l'ont fait construire au début du XVIIe siècle pour témoigner de leur puissance et de leur prestige: larges douves, tourelles, haut socle à bossages, canonnières et pont-levis, le château était fait pour impressionner. Il y réussit encore aujourd’hui.
Adresse : Château de Cormatin 71460 Cormatin Site Web : www.chateaudecormatin.com Téléphone : 03 85 50 16 55 Fax : 03 85 50 72 06
Château de Couches
Rediscover the castle of Couches, named also Castle of Marguerite de Bourgogne with its new sightseeing circuit and lots of culturals attractions. The castle is fortified, medieval monument which is a witness to technical, architectural and marchal evolution.
Between Cluny and the Rock of Solutré, 10 min from Mâcon: A fun and cultural visit brings you back to Middle Ages, from the vaulted cellars to the turrets of the tower.
Take a stroll on the terrace overlooking the vineyards, imagine the animation that reigned in the fifteenth century in the kitchen or the bakery, put yourself in the shoes of a prisoner in the prisons or a soldier in the room of weapons ...
Anecdotes and historical information are revealed over the course of a self-guided tour where fun and memorable activities are specially fitted out for children (booklet-games, handling of a real chain mail, sensory play ...).
You can also taste the wines of the estate and get to the souvenir shop.
Château de Vinzelles – 1007-2007 : a millennium of history and traditions. Treasury of the Southern Burgundy, the Château de Vinzelles dominates the valley of the Saône. Architectural ensemble rermarquable which will walk you through centuries. Strong house of the XIth, noble house of the XIII and XVIIth centuries, wine cellar of the XVIIth sheltering two magnificent presses " à grand point ". It is to the Grand Argentier, Claude de Bullion, the superintendent of the finances of Louis XIII that we owe buildings of the XVIIth century. Implanted from the Gallo-Roman time, the vine grows up in perfect symbiosis with the soil and the old stones.
Opening to the public in July and August: f
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Château Médiéval de Berzé
In front of the rock of Solutré, dominating the vineyards of the LamartinianValley , Berzé is the most important fortress in the South Bourgogne, constructed from XIII ° to the XV ° century around its Carolingian chapel. Its three outer walls include medieval rooms and shelter diverse gardens: orchards, kitchen gardens, formal garden.
Adresse : 71960 Berzé le Chatel Téléphone : 0385366083 Téléphone / fax : 0385516031 Mail : berze@free.fr
Domaine des Planons
Le musée départemental de la Bresse est installé à Saint-Cyr-sur-Menthon sur l'ancien domaine agricole des Planons. Site culturel majeur du département, au cœur du bocage bressan, il propose plus de 20 hectares de découverte et 3000 m2 d'exposition, pour les grands comme pour les petits. L'ensemble du site propose une muséographie attractive où alternent la rigueur de l'analyse scientifique, la poésie des images et le précieux témoignage des objets.
Openings
Dates
Schedule
Days concerned
2011-04-01 > 2011-11-13
10:00 - 18:00
Tous les jours sauf le mardi
2011-02-13 > 2011-03-31
13:30 - 18:00
Dimanche
2011-06-01 > 2011-09-30
10:00 - 19:00
Dimanches et jours fériés
Adresse : La Mulatière 01380 Saint-Cyr-sur-Menthon Site Web : www.musees.ain.fr Téléphone : 03 85 36 31 22
Ecomusee de la Bresse
Built in the 17th century by Claude de Thiard de Bissy on the site of an old seigniorial stronghold, the château de Pierre-de-Bresse and its park remained in the hands of family descendents until 1956. The château was then acquired by the Saone-et-Loire county council and since then all the buildings have undergone a serious refurbishment programme. The general public can now visit permanent exhibitions that evoke, illustrate and explain natural environments, history, aspects of traditional life and the present economic and social situations to be found in the Burgundy Bresse region. Other areas are reserved for audiovisual shows, temporary exhibitions, the documentary and research centre,
The caves of Aze compose the longest arranged underground network of Burgundy. The prehistoric Cave is also the oldest habitat know in Burgundy : between 300 000 and 400 000 B.C. Worth seeing : Exceptional remnants of bears ans felines are found here. The underground river reveals the stroll of water and discloses a great geological diversity. The museum thanks to the richness of its collections, helps with the understanding of the classified site of Aze.
Hameau Duboeuf offers treasures of art and craftsmanship, dream and imagination. A unique collection of rare objects, displays and presentations, a wonderful journey through the trades of the vine and of wine, not forgetting a chance to sample the end product. In the heart of the vines, discover the fragrances of the flowers, bark, fruits and spices that make up the rich aromas of wine in the Beaujolais garden. A paradise for wine lovers, garden enthusiasts and anyone who enjoys family walks. Take your time and let your senses guide you. The Station invites you to explore the legendary wine transport route. Restaurant and shop.
In a buildind from the XVI century, you could discover our old tools from our old job, from carpenter to blacksmith, and cooper without forgetting the winemaker. Then, our wine storehouses are opened with some explication about the wine making. To finish your visit, we offer you a wine tasting in our vaulted cellar from the XVIII century."
The Museum of Prehistory in Solutré contains exhibits from one of the richest sites in Europe. Solutré was a hunting site for ever 25 000 years. Man of the Upper Palaeolithic (35 000 – 10 000 BC) trapped, killed and dismembered thousands of horses and reindeers, so leaving layers of bones. This accumulation of bones gave rise to a famous legend, which we know to be untrue, that the horses were driven over the cliff by their hunters. In fact, the herds of wild horses were ambushed and slaughtered at the foot of the cliff. Solutré have given the name “Solutrean” to a distinct culture of the Upper Palaeolithic (20 00 – 16 000 BC) which the marvellous “laurel-leaf” shaped flints have made famou
The museum explains the concept of special guilds for the building and construction trades, by showcasing the collection of Pierre-François Guillon ( 1848-1923 ), a Master carpenter of the guild known as “ The Duty of Freedom ”. Pierre-François Guillon founded a school for construction design arts in 1871 in Romanèche-Thorins. There he taught carpentry, joinery, and stonework to apprentices from all over France and from abroad, for 52 years. After Guillon’s death in 1923, his son Osiris donated his father’s masterworks, all the documents and souvenirs of his life as a Master, and all the School’s students’ documents and models to the department of Saône-et-Loire.
Welcome to the ‘World of the Birds’!
The ‘Bird Park’ is one of the biggest ornithological parks in Europe with more than 2 500 birds, 400 species from all over the world (which 40 are threatened species). The park set on 35 ha and offers a fascinating ornithological and botanic experience incl. a unique ‘ Show of birds in flight’, 80 birds from 20 different species are performing on stage a wonderful ballet of beauty and wonders , for an unforgettable worldwide tour !
2 Restaurants, 2 snacks, shop, picnic areas, meeting rooms
Park opens from 06 March to 28 November 2010 (opening hours in our website: www.parcdesoiseaux.com or by phone 33 (0)4 74 98 05 54.
Show from April to October,
In our museum, You will discover farm tools that were used in the old days, reminders of our grandparents' skills. You will also see a collection of fossils found in the area.
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Touroparc
Zoo and attractions park. In this exotic and remarkable laid-oud 12 ha park, you will have a close up encounter with elephants, giraffes, seals, zebras, antilops, exotic birds and the prestigious couple of royal white tigers. Various attractions. Water slides from june to august.
Openings
Dates
Schedule
Days concerned
2012-03-01 > 2012-05-31
09:30 - 18:00
du lundi au dimanche
2011-09-01 > 2011-10-31
09:30 - 18:00
du lundi au dimanche
2012-06-01 > 2012-08-31
09:30 - 19:00
du lundi au dimanche
2012-09-01 > 2012-10-31
09:30 - 18:00
du lundi au dimanche
Adresse : 400 rue du Parc 71570 ROMANECHE-THORINS Complément adresse : RN6 à 40km au nord de Lyon Téléphone : 0385355153 Téléphone / fax : 0385355234 Mail : information@touroparc.com Site Web : www.touroparc.com
Macon and the Maconnais area welcome you. rom the Saone river to walks in the forest, discover a wide and varied heritage.
