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the delights of Avallon
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the Morvan countryside
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through Noyers-sur-serein
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Unwind
in Quarré-les-Tombes
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medieval Montréal
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Sail
in Châtel Censoir
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the Vézelay basilica

And if, for once…

You came to one of the nicest regions in France in the heart of Burgundy, to the Parc Naturel Régional du Morvan ?!

You have the choice between Plus Beaux Villages de France (most beautiful villages of France) Plus Beaux Détours de France (most beautiful detours of France) or Petites Cités de Caractères (Cities and villages of character) and also our  Stations Vertes (green resorts)  all just waiting to be discovered

Vézelay, Avallon, Noyers-sur-Serein, Montréal, Quarré-les-Tombes and Châtel-Censoir famous for its Canal du Nivernais  will welcome you with open arms.

Come and experience Burgundy at its best.

Outstanding sites

On the heritage trailof Grand Vézelay

Canal du Nivernais
The initial idea for the construction of this canal was only to facilitate the floating of wood from Châtillon en Bazois to Paris via Clamecy.
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Basilique de Vézelay
Let yourself be dazzled by the beauty of the immense Romanesque vessel where, in an unbroken dance, the light vibrates the stone.
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Château de Bazoches
Established halfway down a wooded hill on the site of an ancient Roman post, in direct line of sight with Vézelay, the feudal castle of Bazoches built in the 7th century was acquired in 1675 by the Marshal of Vauban.
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Noyers sur Serein
No matter which path you take, Noyers, a proud medieval city, will charm and intrigue you through its cobbled streets.
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Avallon
Get lost on the paths of this natural setting at the Portes du Morvan and enjoy the gentle murmur of the river, who says better?
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No matter which path you take, Noyers, a proud medieval city, will charm and intrigue you through its cobbled streets. As for Montreal, this star village of Burgundy has seen a number of illustrious characters who made it its glory, without even wanting to!
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Commented walk of Noyers and Montreal
A small town like this, you will not find everywhere: it has a commercial soul and does not lack spice! A heart of village animated by gluttony, do you need more to get there?
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Visit the church of Quarré-les-Tombes
For more than twenty years, the Association of Guides of the Yonne (AGY) in Burgundy has offered the services of professional guides for visits to sites, villages, or tours in Burgundy. Services are provided in French, English, German, Dutch or Polish.
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Association of Guides of Yonne
Special guided tours for small groups of the basilica and the village of Vézelay with a tour guide. Themed tours offered as well as other tours: Avallon, Noyers, Montreal and other towns or villages of the Yonne are possible.
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Dominique Verrier-Compain
One of the largest solar farm in France! 700,000 panels, 141 hectares and a power of 56 megawatts representing the electricity consumption of a city of 26,000 inhabitants.
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Photovoltaic
Change of scenery, here we are at the water's edge! Let yourself be carried away by the calm waves of the magnificent Nivernais canal to admire the bucolic shores! A boat ride or a bike ride are the favorite activities of our visitors!
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Châtel-Censoir

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