Excursion: Medieval escapade to Ambronay Abbey and the town of Pérougesy of Pérouges

10h30 : Historical tour of Ambronay Benedictine Abbey

Over 1,000 years of history await you at the abbey, founded in the 9th century by Saint Bernard, Charlemagne's officer. Come and admire its magnificent Gothic cloister, its defensive towers, and the serenity of its abbey church.

Lunch at Hostellerie du Vieux Pérouges

Enjoy regional dishes in one of the oldest inns in France, run by the Thibaut family since 1912 and located in the heart of the medieval city. Service is in costume.

Menu suggestion :

Crayfish tail salad

Poultry fricassee with cream and mushrooms

Dauphinois gratin

Perouges galette and cream tupin

Homemade sorbets

¼ of Gamay du Bugey (red wine) and coffee

15h : Guided tour of Pérouges.

Listed as one of the "Most Beautiful Villages in France", this ancient 12th-century merchant town has a maze of cobbled streets behind its ramparts and a unique heritage. Take us back to the Middle Ages on an informative and picturesque guided tour (bring flat shoes).

17h : End of excursion

Full-day distance: 25 km