The weather is always nice in Puisaye… But if you are on holiday in Bourgogne-Franche-Comte when the weather becomes humid and rainy, we have selected the best activities to do in rainy weather! Take a walk in the shelter of our museums et castles, relax at spa, participate in a internship or workshop...
Top 6 Things to Do
01
Aubigny Underground Quarry
The stone from this quarry, which has been in operation for hundreds of years, was used for the construction of the Opera and the Paris City Hall. The extraction of stone blocks has left room for impressive caves. stone cutting workshops are open during visits. You can stay about 2 hours dry !
02
Château de Saint-Fargeau
The Château de Saint-Fargeau was the cradle of the academician's maternal family. Jean d'Ormesson. This majestic pentagon of pink bricks allows you for 2 hours to visit the guard room, the magnificent roof frames, private apartments, the old toy room...
03
The Fabuloserie
La Fabuloserie is a museum of non-standard art / art brut, whose name evokes the marvelous. More than 1.000 works created by self-taught artists and an “inhabited garden” where you can discover works by landscape gardeners. Not forgetting the moving Little Pierre's merry-go-round. For young and old, this 2 hour walk will delight you!
04
Colette Museum and House
In the village of Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, native country of the writer Colette, travel through time to meet the most famous of the Burgundians. Two sites welcome you for extraordinary visits: The Colette's house then of a 1-hour guided tour. And the Colette museum, in the village castle, for a free discovery for 2 hours.
05
Sound Adventure Museum
Unique public collections in Europe on this theme, this former convent exhibits more than 1.000 musical instruments mechanics, phonographs and radios. Dive in for 1h30 in the world of radio from Branly's invention to the present day. A museum to see and listen to.
06
The Wolf Pyramid
In this eco-museum, follow in the footsteps of the wolf from prehistoric times to the present day. For 2 to 3 hours, discover a 3D animated film, a prehistoric cave, corridors with a thousand traps, a documentary on the return of the Wolf but also a 20ha park, where you will find two wolf dogs, Néïs and Nahele.
Visit cultural and historical sites in Puisaye
A few drops of rain won't stop you! Puisaye-Forterre is full of sites sheltered from the rain. Stroll through the village of Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, and visit the Colette's birthplace and his museum. Explore the medieval town of Saint Fargeau and famous with historic castle, former home of Jean d'Ormesson. Take part in a stone cutting workshop , Aubigny Underground Quarry or enjoy a pottery workshop sheltered.
Dive into history
Castles and historic sites
The rain won't spoil your holiday in Yonne! You can travel around Puisaye discovering our emblematic places while staying dry.
Museums and exhibition venues
Discover a land that inspired one of the greatest writers: Colette. Enjoy the many fun and educational sites that await you in Puisaye. You can even go there when the weather is nice!
Want an internship? A workshop?
De the pottery workshop visit us at the stained glass workshop, through a dyeing workshop et stone cutting, you will find how to occupy your rainy days.
- Improve your skills in design, architecture, crafts, ceramics or even stone and wood crafts in our training locations at the Mana Campus, in Guédelon or at EMA-CNIFOP.
Around art and our traditions
Explore our potters and artistic places
Puisaye is a land that inspires pottery artists, fascinated by ochre and its nuances and who, in turn, leave their mark. Explore in particular Saint-Amand-en-Puisaye and more than 30 pottery shops in Nièvre et Loire.
Let yourself be pampered in our spas and boutiques
Wellness
Enjoy a gentle break in Puisaye by treating yourself to a moment of relaxation in our wellness areas. Watch the rain fall during a body or facial treatment. Our wellness accommodation will also seduce you in the off-season.
Boutiques and shopping
Located in the heart of our villages of character, Puisaye's shops support our local artisans and producers. Discover quality products, made here to take home, a souvenir that has meaning.
Concert halls and performance venues
Throughout the year, our concert and performance halls as well as our theaters offer you a varied cultural program in sublime and unusual locations.
Toucy cinema
In the heart of the village of Toucy, an association made up of volunteers works every week to help you discover a whole program of films, documentaries and conferences in a cozy and warm room.
What to do when it rains with children?
There are several child-friendly places like the Wolf Pyramid, Fabuloserie and castle and Saint-Fargeau. You can also do a stone cutting workshop at the Aubigny Underground Quarry or a family pottery workshop at the house of pottery memory and pottery of the Building.
Is Saint-Fargeau Castle open even in bad weather?
Yes, the castle offers guided tours inside, accessible in all weathers. The historical show in July-August also takes place, even if it rains.
Can we visit Boutissaint Park in case of rain?
Yes, the park remains open and offers shelters to protect yourself during bad weather. However, the site is mainly outdoors, so you will need to be well equipped.
Where to eat in Puisaye in rainy weather?
Many restaurants and inns offer local specialties in warm surroundings, perfect for a comforting meal.
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