Tuesday: Chateauneuf en Auxois - Pont D'Ouche
This morning’s visit is to Chateauneuf en Auxois. This 11th century
chateau is a famous landmark in the area and hides a quaint hamlet behind
it. Classified as “one of France’s prettiest villages”, the views of the
surrounding areas are breath taking. The Hamlet of Chateauneuf is home
to artists, potters, sculptures and weavers – there is plenty of time to visit
and explore the small labyrinth of houses. On the way back to Saroche,
Jason will stop off at a small artisanal chocolate maker for a visit and of
course, a tasting!
For those with energy to expend, you can enjoy a walk back to Saroche
where lunch on deck awaits.
In the afternoon we set sail and head down stream to Pont d'Ouche, with
more opportunity to enjoy the scenery from the deck, or by foot or bicycle,
along the towpath, as we navigate downstream through 10 locks. In the
early evening Dawn will demonstrate the art of pâté and terrine making
before enjoying a pre-dinner cocktail on deck as the sun
sets before dinner.
