Immerse yourself in the history of Bresse and its rich heritage: the Royal Monastery of Brou or the old quarters of the Bresse capital, then immerse yourself in 15th century peasant life.
10 a.m.: A guided tour of your choice
Option 1: Guided tour of Bourg-en-Bresse
Discover the rich past of the Bresse capital as you explore the old quarters of the city center: 15th and 16th century half-timbered houses, Renaissance courtyards, elegant 18th century facades, Notre-Dame co-cathedral and the Jacobins gate.
Option 2: Guided tour of the Monastère Royal de Brou
Discover the secrets of a flamboyant Gothic jewel! The Monastère Royal de Brou in Bourg-en-Bresse, built in the 16th century on the orders of Marguerite d'Autriche, will fascinate you with its exuberant and refined architecture, magnificent stained-glass windows, princely tombs, altarpiece, lacework rood screen, choir stalls and three cloisters.
Lunch at Brasserie Le Verchère in Bourg-en-Bresse.
Bresse menu:
Gizzard salad
Free-range chicken with cream sauce and potato gratin
Fromage blanc or fromage sec
Homemade dessert of your choice
¼ of wine and coffee
2:30 pm: Guided tour of the Maison de Pays en Bresse eco-museum
In Saint-Etienne-du-bois, discover 15th-century Bresse timber-framed and cob houses with the famous Saracen chimney.
Reconstruction of the Bresse way of life from the 15th to the 20th century, old trades, the evolution of agriculture, architecture... At the end of the visit, we offer a snack to round off the day (Bresse tart with apple juice or a glass of Cerdon wine).
5:30pm: End of excursion
Full-day distance: 13 km
Option 1: Guided tour of Bourg-en-Bresse
Discover the rich past of the Bresse capital as you explore the old quarters of the city center: 15th and 16th century half-timbered houses, Renaissance courtyards, elegant 18th century facades, Notre-Dame co-cathedral and the Jacobins gate.
Option 2: Guided tour of the Monastère Royal de Brou
Discover the secrets of a flamboyant Gothic jewel! The Monastère Royal de Brou in Bourg-en-Bresse, built in the 16th century on the orders of Marguerite d'Autriche, will fascinate you with its exuberant and refined architecture, magnificent stained-glass windows, princely tombs, altarpiece, lacework rood screen, choir stalls and three cloisters.
Lunch at Brasserie Le Verchère in Bourg-en-Bresse.
Bresse menu:
Gizzard salad
Free-range chicken with cream sauce and potato gratin
Fromage blanc or fromage sec
Homemade dessert of your choice
¼ of wine and coffee
2:30 pm: Guided tour of the Maison de Pays en Bresse eco-museum
In Saint-Etienne-du-bois, discover 15th-century Bresse timber-framed and cob houses with the famous Saracen chimney.
Reconstruction of the Bresse way of life from the 15th to the 20th century, old trades, the evolution of agriculture, architecture... At the end of the visit, we offer a snack to round off the day (Bresse tart with apple juice or a glass of Cerdon wine).
5:30pm: End of excursion
Full-day distance: 13 km
Included
Included
- Guided tour of Bourg-en-Bresse or the Royal Monastery of Brou
- Guided tour of the Maison de Pays en Bresse eco-museum
- Snack
- Lunch with ¼ de vin and coffeeNot Included
Not Included
- Transportation
- Personal expenses
- Cancellation insuranceRates
Rates
From 1 April 2025 to 31 October 2025
From 1 April 2025 to 31 October 2025
Adult
From 48.50€
Payment methods
Payment methods
Payment methods
Bank/credit card
CheckOpenings
Openings
From 1 April 2025 until 31 October 2025 - Closed on monday, on sunday
Location
Location
Spoken languages
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