Bourgogne tourisme

Yonne
In the mood for typical villages and towns
Jardins de l'Orangerie à Sens ©Service parcs, jardins et espaces verts de Sens
You might not be able to resist the idea of
ambling around our picturesque villages, pretty
town centres and delightful country roads. As you
look around, hundreds of childhood memories
might come back. Take your time and make the
most of these moments ; the spirit of Yonne has
got to you.
is a mediaeval
town with a population
of 37,100 on the banks
of the River Yonne. It is
a recognised Ville d’Art
et d’Histoire and Ville
Fleurie. The town's
pedestrianised area is the second-largest in
Burgundy after Dijon and a stroll in the centre
will reveal 700 listed timbered houses, a clock
tower with a remarkable sundial, and some
impressive churches. Auxerre is also known for
its football team (AJ Auxerre, managed by Guy
Roux). The panoramic view from the banks of the
Yonne river is superb. This is a very pleasant
departure point for a boat trip.
To see : Saint-Germain
museum (archaeological
museum and exhibitions),
Leblanc-Duvernoy museum
(earthenware, tapestries,
stoneware), the Saint-Etienne
cathedral (stained glass,
treasury and Romanesque
crypt), the Saint-Germain
abbey (Carolingian frescoes),
the gardens of the Parc de
l’Arbre Sec.
Events : Fleurs de Vigne wine
festival every two years in
May, Garcon la note music
festival in July and August. www.ot-auxerre.fr
Clock Tower in Auxerre © J. Kélagopian
Timbered buildings in Auxerre © P. Larrouture
a
recognised Ville
Fleurie **** also
stands on the
banks of the
Yonne river, one
hour away from
Paris. In the centre of the town, the very beautiful
covered market, the mediaeval houses and the
Jardins de l’Orangerie should not be missed.
To see : the Sens museum and the cathedral
treasury (second-largest treasury in France, with
an archaeological museum and exhibitions), the
Saint-Etienne cathedral (the top Gothic
cathedral in France), the Parc du Moulin à Tan
with its tropical hothouses.
Events : the Fêtes de l’Ane, art festival in January,
Saint-Fiacre festival in September...
www.office-de-tourisme-sens.com
is a recognised Ville d’Art et d’Histoire,
marked by the Renaissance. Standing on the
slopes of a hill
overlooking the
Yonne river, where
the Côte Saint-
Jacques vineyards
were brought back
to life, the town has
some beautiful
houses with carved
timber panels and some delightful streets and
alleyways. A stroll around the market on a
Saturday morning is highly recommended !
To see: the Jean de Joigny contemporary art
space, the Maison du Bailli, the museum of
Groupe Jovinien de Resistance Bayard
(resistance museum), the Church of Saint-Jean
(impressive sculptures).
Events : Nuits Maillotines shows, night time arts
and living history events throughout the summer.
www.joigny-tourisme.com
Maison du Bailly © I.M - Ville de Joigny
Out of ordinary -
My favourites
1 - 2, quai de la République - BP 30217 - 89003 Auxerre Cedex
Tél. 03 86 72 92 03 - Fax 03 86 72 92 09
presse@tourisme-yonne.com - www.tourisme-yonne.com/pro