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Day Between the Cher and the tuffeau

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An amazing insight into local craftsmanship

From 70
per adult
min 30 pers.

The programme of the day

10.00 am

GUIDED TOUR OF MONTPOUPON CASTLE IN CÉRÉ-LA-RONDE

A massive château perched atop a lush green valley. Its rustic charm sets
the tone, whilst the kitchen boasts 150 copper items. In the outbuildings, rooms are
dedicated to hunting with hounds and to exploring the craftsmanship of artisans devoted to
world of horses.

12.00

LUNCH AT A FARM INN IN MAREUIL-SUR-CHER

On the menu

A quarter of a glass of wine and coffee

Homemade terrine and pickled vegetables
or
Mushroom tart, salad
***
Chicken fillet, potato darphin, creamy broth
or
Fish of the day, pan-fried seasonal vegetables, white wine sauce
***
Red berry dessert (almond dacquoise, red berry compote, vanilla whipped cream)
or
Chocolate fondant

3.00 pm

GUIDED TOUR OF THE UNDERGROUND TOWN IN BOURRÉ

Stone masons and sculptors have carved streets out of tuffeau stone, with their façades intricately carved with intricate details. The whole scene is brought to life by the lighting.

GUIDED TOUR OF THE MUSHROOM CELLAR IN BOURRÉ

50 metres underground, the mushroom farm stretches across several kilometres of tunnels.
The cellar specialises in premium-quality mushrooms and various
varieties: Pied Bleu, Shii Také, oyster mushrooms, old-fashioned button mushrooms…

5.00 pm

GUIDED TOUR OF THE SILKWORM FARM IN BOURRÉ

This unusual paradise enchants visitors with its curious galleries carved into the rock. It is both a place for rearing silkworms and an authentic cave dwelling.


Period of validity

Throughout 2027

From €70 per person

Price based on 30 people
Free for the driver

The price includes
  • Admission and a guided tour of Montpoupon Castle
  • Lunch, a quarter of a bottle of wine and coffee
  • Admission and a tour of the underground town and the mushroom farm
  • Admission and a guided tour of the Bourré Silkworm Farm
The price does not include
  • Transport
  • Personal expenses