Presentation
Stimulate your taste buds with a visit to one of France's greatest gourmet stops: Vonnas and its famous chef Georges Blanc (3 Michelin stars). Then discover the medieval town of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne or the Royal Monastery of Brou.
10:30 a.m.: Guided tour of Georges Blanc's gourmet village. In the heart of the emblematic village of Vonnas, discover the magnificent park of the dovecote, the old 1900 inn, the covered market... and hear the story of this ambassador of gastronomy, who is always keen to promote local products.
Lunch at Vonnas at "L'ancienne Auberge". Taste the cuisine of the Michelin-starred chef at the family inn (or at the Château d'Epeyssoles in Vonnas, subject to availability).
Suggested menu (choose the same menu for the whole group) :
Ginger-cured salmon
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Old-fashioned foie gras terrine with beggar chutney
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Slow-cooked veal quasi with Vin Jaune and a marriage of spices, forest polenta
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Farm poultry supreme with cream sauce and rice pilaf
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Fillet of pollack, butter beaten with tomato and tarragon juices, mashed potato with herbs
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Grand-Mère White orange cake with Quatre Fleurs sorbet
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Paris-Bresse with caramel and chocolate
Drinks package : A glass of Mâcon Village, a glass of Beaujolais, decanter of water and coffee.
3:30 p.m.: A guided tour of your choice
Option 1: Guided tour of the medieval city of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne
Departing from the Tourist Office, discover the architectural riches of Châtillon-sur-Chalaronne. From the Place du Champ de Foire to the Porte de Villars, passing by the Maison Saint Vincent de Paul and the 15th century Halles, you will stroll through the cobbled streets and over the flower-filled bridges. You can admire the painted decorations on certain facades or the beauty of the flowers. A 1km walk punctuated by numerous stops where the history of this charming city will be revealed to you.
Option 2: The Royal Monastery of Brou
In Bourg-en-Bresse, this masterpiece of flamboyant Gothic art shines as much for its intricate stonework as for the story of Marguerite of Austria at the dawn of the Renaissance. A wealth of decorations, sculptures, stained glass windows and monumental tombs of Marguerite of Austria, Philibert le Beau and his mother Marguerite de Bourbon.
5:30 p.m.: End of excursion
Full-day distance: 13 or 23 km
Opening period
All year round except January, Tuesday to Friday, except public holidays (subject to availability).
Rates
Adult: from 72.50 €.
Payment method
- Bank/credit card
- Check
- Credit transfer
