Visit Belley in the tradition of the famous gastronome Brillat-Savarin, and the Maison d'Izieu, a memorial site of national importance.
10h : Guided tour of Belley
The historic and religious capital of Bugey, reveals its cultural and architectural wealth. Follow in the footsteps of an experienced guide as you discover ancient convents, push open the doors of rich inner courtyards and wander through streets and alleys in the footsteps of the past.
Lunch at the Auberge de Contrevoz
A sample cuisine prepared with fresh seasonal produce.
Suggested menu:
Pink trout rillettes with herbs and Bugey wine
Ballotine of Ain free-range chicken with Bresse cream
Potato galette with onions and smoked bacon
Arabica and almond tiramisu with grué tuile
A glass of Bugey wine and coffee
15h : Guided tour of Maison d'Izieu
This place of history and remembrance perpetuates the memory of the Jewish children and adults who found refuge there from May 1943 to the roundup on April 6, 1944. It is committed to the present and looks to the future, encouraging reflection on crimes against humanity and the circumstances that gave rise to them, as well as on intolerance and racism. Visit the exhibitions.
17h30 : End of excursion
Full-day distance: 36 km
The historic and religious capital of Bugey, reveals its cultural and architectural wealth. Follow in the footsteps of an experienced guide as you discover ancient convents, push open the doors of rich inner courtyards and wander through streets and alleys in the footsteps of the past.
Lunch at the Auberge de Contrevoz
A sample cuisine prepared with fresh seasonal produce.
Suggested menu:
Pink trout rillettes with herbs and Bugey wine
Ballotine of Ain free-range chicken with Bresse cream
Potato galette with onions and smoked bacon
Arabica and almond tiramisu with grué tuile
A glass of Bugey wine and coffee
15h : Guided tour of Maison d'Izieu
This place of history and remembrance perpetuates the memory of the Jewish children and adults who found refuge there from May 1943 to the roundup on April 6, 1944. It is committed to the present and looks to the future, encouraging reflection on crimes against humanity and the circumstances that gave rise to them, as well as on intolerance and racism. Visit the exhibitions.
17h30 : End of excursion
Full-day distance: 36 km
