Discover Chigy, Yonne, Bourgogne and its surroundings

Les hameaux d'Aix-en-Othe - 5h45 - difficult level. To see during your trip: viewing points of Aix-en-Othe and its region, wash houses. Nearby: country story museum in Thuisy, church of Villemaur-sur-Vanne (a 16th century wooden rood-screen), pond of Paisy-Cosdon, monastic erthenware in Mesnil-Saint-Loup.

Les Vallons du Pays d'Othe - 54km - mean level. To see during your trip: Village of Aix-en-Othe and covert market, churches, wash houses in villages. Nearby: Champcharme - country story museum - Pond of Paisy Cosdon - Traditional distillery in Pays d'Othe - cider producter in Champcharme

Circuit des dolmens et polissoirs - 83km - mean level. To see during your trip: Churches of Rigny-le-Ferron and Marcilly-le-Hayer, Polissoirs and dolmens, Pond of Paisy-Cosdon, Collegiale of Notre Dame of Villemaur-sur-Vanne

Departure: Marcilly-le-Hayer Length: 82 km 5:30 Elevation: 650 m Level: Medium Start: Marcilly-le-Hayer Dawn has a large concentration of megaliths mainly gathered in the northwestern part of the department, Nogentais . Menhirs, dolmens and polishers, many stones that testify to a distant past, the Neolithic (2 500-2 000 BC). Discover these mysterious stones following the route of the megaliths around Marcilly-le-Hayer. Km 12: Pâlis Trivia: Tradition says that at the time of the wars of the League, five knights of the House of St. Phal asked hospitality of the monks Clairlieu. The fanaticism of the time having entered this secluded cloister, the five knights are murdered. The devastation of the priory by looting and fire would be revenge for the murder. Km 16: Villemaur-sur-Vanne The peculiarity of the church Villemaur-sur-Vanne is undoubtedly its building material, wood. Its bell tower of the sixteenth century, consists of a series of three overlapping canopies shingled chestnut mark its original character. Inside, you will discover its magnificent rood screen, signed and dated 1521, is the largest and richest of the six surviving rood screens in France. Km 20: Paisy-Cosdon This old quarry has been transformed in 1982 into an attractive pond with an area of ​​7.5 hectares, became recreation area. Km 30: Rigny-le-Ferron. The Burning Farm: Today is a country estate while she was once the old castle. All that remains of the mansion that boundary walls connected by three small towers, one of which bears the date 1666 Km 37: The Archbishop Villeneuve-Notre-Dame church dates back to the twelfth century. She received in 1239, the visit of King Saint Louis, picked the crown of thorns repurchased Venetians. In the twelfth century, important revisions have left a magnificent carved portal, inspired by the cathedrals of Reims, Amiens and Pari. Inside, a "Entombment" (1528), formerly polychrome, one of the masterpieces of the School Trojan comes from Abbey Vauluisant nearby. Km 46: Pouy-sur-Vannes 52 Km Courgenay Vauluisant Abbey (XIIème- sixteenth centuries) Granddaughter Citeau the abbey was founded in 1127 between Othe Forest and Forest Lancy, the borders of Burgundy , Champagne and Ile de France. Km 74 km 82 Trancault Arrival: Marcilly-le-Hayer.

Circuit en Forêt d'Othe "“ 55 km "“ mean level. To see during your trip: the church of Estissac, the wash houses of Estissac, Fontvannes, Chennegy, Surençon and Villemoiron-en-Othe, the farm of Champcharme (cider museum), the country story museum in Aix-en-Othe (Thuisy), the center of space telecommunication in Bercenay-en-Othe.

The Orvin is an affluent of the Seine and the leitmotiv of this hike along the border between Seine-et-Marne and Aube. We will come across several washhouses in various shapes and forms, and the lovely church in Fontaines-Fourches.

This hike on the borders of the Île-de-France region leads you along the Seine, restructured by man to cut off the meanders and then crosses the cross the wet plains, the reed beds where the Seine once flowed.

Welcome to the Ibis Provins Hotel***! Located at the entrance of Provins, the Ibis Provins Hotel*** has been completely renovated. There is no need to take the car again, as it is close to the historical monuments and activities of the medieval city, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It offers a wide range of facilities and is ideal for a family or business stay thanks to the fully-equipped, modular and day-lit 50m² meeting room.

A hotel with 27 rooms, labelled "Hôtel Elégance", ideally located in the heart of the medieval town! The Cesar Hotel is a hotel, with the French label "Hôtel Elégance". The 27 rooms have been designed by the talented decorator Laurence Maugoust. You will be enchanted by its contemporary elegance and its "nods" to the Middle Ages, without forgetting the quality of its bedding, its wellness area, its lounge bar, its seminar room, its landscaped terrace... and its welcome! From your windows you can admire the detail and Holy Cross church of the 12th century, or watch the city dominated by the Cesar Tower and the Saint Quiriace church, two unforgettable postcards of Provins. The César Hotel is a 2-minute walk from many restaurants and offers a snack menu at the hotel's Buzz Bar.

Provins the mysterious... Come and discover the most mysterious places in the medieval town of Provins! The first purpose of the underground galeries was the explotation of materials for the drapera industry of Provins. Then, they served many others: a shelter, a warehouse, a cave and even a gathering place for occults, as numerous symboles and old writings can witness. Regular guided departures in groups of 25 people maximum, for reasons of security and preservation of the site. Our advice: as the monument is in great demand, we recommend you to book your tour time in advance by phone.

Take an immersive audio tour of Provins' iconic 12th-century keep! Located at the top of the rocky spur, the Tower protects the former county palace and dominates the Châtel and the Val. A true symbol of power for the counts of Champagne, this tower has many purposes: a watchtower, a prison, a bell tower... An immersive audio tour! The model, the pâté aux Anglais, the dungeons, the guards' room, the Governor's room, the wall walk, the roof structure, the lower room... young and old alike will be transported back through the centuries by the captivating tales of the two narrators! At the top of the Tower, you could have a overview of the city ! How does it work? It's so easy to use, all you have to do is scan the QR Code and let yourself be guided! The 10 commentaries will be triggered automatically by wifi sensors. Total duration: 25 min. Our advice: - Don't hesitate to download the application before you come. - To make your visit as comfortable as possible, don't forget your headphones. Pay-per-use headphones will be available at the reception desk.

Provins, UNESCO’s World Heritage List! Located 1 hour from Paris in Seine-et-Marne, discover this medieval town offering visits, historical shows & great events... to go back to the Middle Ages! Inscribed on the UNESCO’s World Heritage List on December 2001, Provins is today a wonderfully preserved medieval town. During the 12th and 13th centuries, Provins is at the height of its fame thanks to the famous Trade Fairs of Champagne. The urban structure is organised to accommodate the great number of wholesalers: the wide streets for the transfer of goods and for the stalls, the three level merchant’s houses with sumptuous vaulted low rooms... The presence of water (Durteint and Voulzie rivers) favours also the economic activities and the expansion of many trades such as the woollen cloth manufacturer, the parchment maker, butcher, etc... The impressive fortified wall was built during the 13th century and extended for 5 km (today 1,2 km), and it offers a catalogue of military architecture. Those ramparts protected the inhabitants and the tradespeople, and showed off the power of the Earls of Champagne. Exceptional monuments to visit all year round: > the superb keep of the Cesar Tower with its different rooms and a panoramic view from the top floor, > the Grange aux dîmes (tithe barn), a typical medieval house with an exhibition of merchants and craftsmen of the time to discover with an audio-guided tour available in French, English, German, Spanish and Chinese, > the Museum of Provins and the Provinois, located in one of the oldest houses of Provins, and presenting unique collections since prehistory, > the thousand-year-old and majestic Saint-Ayoul Priory, recently restored, to be visited with an audio guide, Amazing shows of chivalry and falconry, "The Legend of the Knights" and "The Eagles of the Ramparts", will take visitors into the heart of history every day from the end of March to All Saints' Day. Not forgetting the little train, the Provins Rose Garden, guided tours, rental of electric bikes, hiking, major events, and a whole region to discover to prolong the pleasure and the experience, to live with family or friends! Pass Cards formulas allow you to visit the monuments and to benefit from reduced rates for other activities. The Tourist Office team will be happy to offer you the "Visitor's Guide", a very complete brochure to enjoy your stay...

Audio guided visit of a merchant and medieval crafts exhibition. This former merchant house from the 13th century was used as an indoor fair during the fairs of Champagne, and then as a warehouse for the tithe from the 14th century onwards. This monument has a sophisticated architecture with vaulted halls and capitals. Nowadays, it houses a lively exhibition thanks to the scenography with main crafts and merchants from the Middle Ages.

Saint-Martin Church is located in the heart of the village of Egreville. It is built on the foundations and some walls of an earlier chapel that disappeared in a large fire in the 13th century. It was damaged during the hundred-year war and rebuilt in the 15th century. The belfry that served as a watchtower is attached to the church in the sixteenth century and becomes its main entrance. The arrow is added in the seventeenth.

The covered market replaces the one that disappeared in the fire of 1282 at the end of the 15th century. It was modified in the 17th century to stabilize it. A span was removed to build a hard limestone gable. The weekly market is always there. As well as the traditional fat poultry fair (it has existed for more than 90 years) which takes place on the second Saturday of December each year.

Come discover the Loing Valley located in Seine-et-Marne (77) south of the Île de France otherwise, thanks to the canoe! A pleasure for the whole family! Ready for an original release? TOP LOISIRS offers you a warm welcome in a peaceful setting, and canoe rentals at the best prices.

A program of talented artists, from the biggest Parisian venues, gives you a good mood for a truly enjoyable outing at the Thalie Theater. Small room sponsored by the Point Virgule Theater and Didier Lockwood. Around a good dish or a drink, laughter, relaxation and conviviality are "à la carte".

"In search of an original technique for making drawings, I turned to pointillism, inspired painters of the same movement, to reach a compromise between the engraving which I still admire and the first press photos which the outdated side appeals to me. After the city of Troyes and its timber-framed, I then directed me to Othe place of my home and my roots before going on to other places, other topics animals, portraits, nudes ... "John Paul Nonat

This church was probably rebuilt on the remains of an older building, dating from the 12th century. The chapels at the western ends are enclosed by beautiful Renaissance style woodwork. In this church, there are several statues including St Fiacre dating from the 16th century, Ste Syre wearing the costume of a pilgrim. This statue is a true masterpiece of the Trojan school. Magnificent stained glass windows attract our attention such as the stained glass window of the Life of St Martin showing the birth of St Martin, his presentation to Constantine..., the stained glass window of Notre Dame de Boulogne with the Virgin sailing towards Boulogne, the crowd waiting for the miracle..., the stained glass window of the Assumption of the Virgin, the stained glass window of Mary Magdalene, the stained glass window of the Passion, the stained glass window of the Tree of Jesse and the stained glass window of the descent from the cross. You will also notice a magnificent Pieta dating from the 16th century Keys at the town hall during opening hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m., Wednesday from 8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Tel: +33 (0)3 25 46 69 38.

Church of the Nativity of the Virgin. Entirely from the 16th century, this church is one of the most beautiful in the whole region thanks to the boldness of its architecture. The Church is preceded by a bell-tower flanked by a corner turret surmounted by an elegant small spire. The superb 16th century glass roofs, in deep blues and reds, made up of 40 panels, are classified as historical monuments. Keys to the town hall of Bérulle, Tel: +33 (0) 3 25 46 77 56 (Monday and Thursday). Or Mr. Gilles Plouviez 06 20 35 13 97.

Catherine Kerzreho born in 1951 After many years of unexpressed artistic passion, the painter naturally found canvases and brushes in 2008.Attiré strongly by the sea, especially life and landscapes of Brittany or Normandy: Ports, Fishing, Beaches, BoatsAnd Also, the trips: Venice, Aswan, without forgetting, the land of adoption, "St Benoist on Vanne" where the landscapes are conducive to the creation. More and more inspired by the expression of faces young or old, the painter Declines the "sepia" in various tones and emphasizes the subjects by its originality.

It is in a workshop nestled in the heart of the Othe forest that Cécile Boël exercises the different facets of her profession as a glassmaker. Her diploma in arts and crafts from ENSAAMA, supplemented by field experience that allowed her to perfect herself in different techniques, Cécile Boël decided to settle down to fully express her know-how. Thus, thanks to ancestral techniques, she restores stained glass windows for historical monuments and also creates personalized pieces to order, copies or creations, for interior decoration. With the most contemporary techniques such as thermoforming, sandblasting or acid engraving, she creates very diverse original creations: lamps, light fixtures, columns, tables, decorative mirrors, psyches intended for the decoration of your interior, but also to be worn as jewelry. A workshop visit by appointment where the technique of art is combined for the same material: GLASS

Portraitist sculptor, realization of sculptures in terracotta and bronze. Graphic designer, website creation and graphic design Print (business cards, posters, flyers) and video. Gives sculpture courses. maximum Home 3 people in her studio Berulle, 3 in his studio in Troyes to the association of "The Arrivals" tour by appointment.

Fast cooking of Raku pottery. Creation of decorative pottery. Exhibition - sale at the workshop. Visits by appointment all year.

Catherine Chevreau, originally from Tours, settled in the Pays d'Othe for more than 15 years, is a painter and singer-songwriter. Painter, registered at the Maison des Artistes since 2008, more than 300 works (drawings, paintings, etc.) composing a poetic and very colorful world, ranging from figurative to abstract, await you at the Maison Galerie, open by appointment by taking contact by email catherine.chevreau@gmail.com. Are you looking for a unique and original decoration? Do not hesitate to contact us (individuals, businesses, companies…); Catherine Chevreau also works to order. Singer-songwriter, of more than 100 songs, member of Sacem since 2008, several of her songs have been taken up by schools and music conservatories. CDs of songs: Otta and Lili's secret (2010) and a bird on the shoulder (2015) and L'Isle Thimée (2019) are available at the Othe Armance Tourist Office – Tourist Information Office of Aix en Othe. The album A bird on the shoulder can be listened to on Deezer: http://www.deezer.com/album/11237096 The album L'isle Thimée can be listened to on Deezer: https://www.deezer.com /us/album/120299332

Jacques Chéreau, sculptor (wood, bronze), invites you into his hyperrealistic world where sculpted wood becomes trompe-l'oeil and reveals the "behind the scenes" of the sculptor's profession. Visits by appointment only. Pets allowed (outside the premises).

Figurative painter, dealing both oil, acrylic or watercolor, drawn by the rural atmospheres and landscapes of Othe. Tours by appointment (phone)

"La Table d'Othe" offers traditional and family cuisine. From the starter buffet to the dessert, everything is homemade. Corinne and her team welcome you from Monday to Friday, noon and evening. Closed on weekends. In 2016, Corinne launched the BISTRO menu to take a gourmet break with local products and the seasons. Specialized in LARGE GOURMET PLATES and recently the HOUSE BURGERS have joined the menu. Fresh products or meat from José her butcher husband, Corinne will cook them for you on the spot to guarantee you quality cuisine. To receive your customers or friends, organize your business or family meals, a good address in the Pays d'Othe: LA TABLE D'OTHE. Our services: Reception caterer, cold buffet specialist, giant barbecue. Open Monday to Friday, for lunch and dinner. Closed on weekends.

Turkish specialties restaurant. Aix-en-Othe Palace offers its kebabs, paninis, sandwiches, pizzas, salads on site or to take away. Open Tuesday to Sunday from 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.

The Café des Glaces offers traditional cuisine. Open from Tuesday to Saturday noon

Fast food, pizzas, sandwiches, tagliatelle and fresh pasta

In the heart of the village of Villemaur-sur-Vanne, the restaurant "Le Champenois" offers traditional cuisine made from local seasonal products. Open Tuesday to Sunday.

The Entre'Pothe offers you its traditional catering, its bar, its Française Des Jeux, its post and gas relay. The Entre'Pothe is open Monday to Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday noon. In the evening, by reservation.

Open daily from 11 am to 1.30 pm and from 6 pm to 9 pm. Closed on Monday and Sunday at noon.

Creperie: Breton, Champagne and cheese specialities from November to March. For groups: traditional menus, country-style buffet, country-style meal (pig on the spit). Organisation of receptions (weddings, christenings, communions, birthdays...). Possibility to privatise the farm (gite and restaurant) with free management or with meal services. Animals accepted, only in the crêperie.

Open for lunch from Tuesday to Sunday. Open in the evening on Fridays and Saturdays by reservation.

Les Fourneaux d'Ysabel, a local company in Eaux-Puiseaux, awakens your taste buds with its homemade dishes! Traditional and world cuisine will be concocted for you from local and seasonal products. Offer of two dishes per week (meat and fish) from Friday evening to Monday. Burger to take away every day, on order. Les Fourneaux d'Ysabel are also at your disposal to simmer tailor-made dishes, buffets and aperitifs during events and ceremonies (families, companies, associations, town halls, local authorities, etc.) Delivery possible from €15, 10km around Eaux-Puiseaux. Beyond that, provide additional costs. Menu on the Facebook page, by email or by phone.

At the heart of the Othe country, discover the fortified farm burning of the XII century with its two towers is its dovecote, fleurie.Quatre court room (2 single beds), bedroom (1 double), bed possibilities additional child, shared bathroom, kitchenette, dining room. This house meets the requirements of a classification 1 ear old standards (pets shared bathroom).

Away from the D660 and therefore quiet, 19th century character house in brick and white stone (1874). It owes its originality to the decoration of the windows topped with sculpted heads. Pretty wooded and flowery park. Relaxation room with fireplace, billiards, piano and kitchenette available. Indoor heated swimming pool from April to October. 4 nicely decorated personalized rooms equipped with private bathrooms. Travel cot available. From €89 for one person to €99 for 2, breakfasts included (fresh fruit juice, yogurt, homemade jams, lots of types of bread, pastries, homemade pastries, regional cheeses, etc.). Annual closing 1st half of October and one week in the 1st quarter of the year to be determined.

Nelly en Daniel heten u graag welkom in hun charmante 19de eeuwse huis met grote fleurige tuin met bomen. Het huis ligt tussen Troyes en Sens in het Pays d’Othe.Vier met smaak ingerichte kamers met grote tweepersoonsbedden. De grote woonkamer met open haard, biljart en open keuken staat in verbinding met het terras waar de fontein uitnodigend kabbelt. Verwarmd en overdekt zwembad (april tot oktober). Binnenshuis niet roken. Het uitgebreide, gevarieerde ontbijt wordt geserveerd in de huiselijke eetkamer of op het terras als het weer het toelaat (patisserie, zelfgemaakte jam, kaas uit de streek, vers vruchtensap). Internet en Wifi. Restaurant in het dorp. Zwemmeer 5 km met visgelegenheid, wandelpaden en bos. In laagseizoen: 5 % korting bij verblijf van 3 opeenvolgende nachten.

HOLIDAY HOUSE, 1h30 from Paris, Rent the weekend or the week. On the ground floor: large main room of 50 m² with fireplace, a catering kitchen with cooking piano (cutlery for 40 people) with many facilities (dishwasher, refrigerator, freezer, washing machine, ...), 2 bedrooms beds with 2 seater lounge with sofa bed, bathroom, kitchen. Upstairs: 2 bedrooms with 2 beds, 1 room with a bed 2 places and 2 beds 1, bath, cot available. Outside: 5000m property fenced. Near the forest with parking for 20 cars and motorhomes. At your disposal a pool of 15/05 to 15/09, petanque field with balls, 10 bikes for walks around, ping-pong and accessories, trampoline and climbing frame with swings and rope knot. For outdoor dining, pergola houses a table for 20 people, barbecue (possibility of cooking sheep, pig, ...), bread oven, tables can accueillir60 people for events with music equipment on request. Sauna supplement: 60 € per day. Plus: Private pond with fishing 9km from the property: roach, carp, pike, trout ability to let go and install tables, benches and marquees surcharge and upon request.

Welcome to Verger de Danielle In a quiet village 5 minutes from exit A5 n ° 19 and 30 minutes from Sens or Troyes Danielle invites you to rest in a friendly and unrestricted manner.

COTTAGE "SMALL HERBS» Opening in spring 2015 Creating a cottage with a particular host philosophy around the property to be accessible to all, including people with motor disabilities. Renovated and extended house for 6 to 8 people: • 3 bedrooms (1 on the ground floor bed for 2 people and 2 upstairs with one equipped with a bed 2 people and 1 with a bed 2 people and 2 single beds) • 2 bathrooms (1 on ground floor with ensuite shower room and walk-in 1 upstairs with bath) • 1 indoor pool in the timber frame extension 6m / 3m with swim against the current and spa area in the companionway steps) • 1 kitchen and 1 living room suitable • comfortable overlooking the pool • 1 vaulted cellar converted into a secondary lounge • 1 garden and chicken coop will be available Benefits will be available reservation through a partnership with various professionals: • An esthetician may invest time slots dedicated to comfort care and wellness • A relaxologue / sophrologist can arrange individual sessions or groups as needed directly to the cottage • A psychologist may intervene to individuals or groups of accompaniments at home on particular themes according to the needs or other requests. • A caterer will be available for order or preparing meals on site. • A sports coach will propose a program suitable for individual sessions or groups. Activities are possible around the house such as hiking or fishing with a lake nearby. The cottage is situated 40 minutes from Troyes / 10 minutes from the motorway exit / close to various vineyards. Visits are possible (wine deposit will be available)

This detached and recently built house is situated on a tree studded land and at 1km of Aix en Othe, 35km from Troyes and 35km from Sens, in the heart of the Pays d'Othe.On the ground floor there is: a kitchen, a dining/living room, one bedroom suitable for mobility challenged persons (one single bed), a shower room and a toilet. On the first floo: four bedrooms (2x2 single beds and 2x3 single beds), a shower room and a toilet. The heating is included in the price. This gîte is equiped to host groups and there is the possibility of hiring the gîte "Ardillier" (17 people).

1 km from Aix en Othe, 35 km from Troyes, 35 km from Sens. In the heart of the Pays d'Othe, independent house and new construction on enclosed land with trees.

Semi detached house with a flowered and tree studded courtyard situated in the Vallée de la Seine at 20km from Nogent sur Seine and 40km from Troyes, Sens and Provins.On the ground floor: a kitchen, a sitting/living room and a toilet. On the first floor: a bedroom with three single beds, a bedroom with a double bed and a single bed, a shower room and a toilet. On your arrival you will find the beds made and the house linen is supplied. The fuel oil heating is charged as a supplement (9€/day). A terrace and a barbecue are at your disposal. TOURIST ATTRACTIONS: a manmade lake at Paisy-Cosdon; the gîte is ideally situated to visiting the Champagne and the Bourgogne.