Another way to enjoy your stay is to discover the behind-the-scenes secrets of producers who are passionate about their work… whether its learning about the magic of how to transform a raw material into a finished product, or having the opportunity to interact with animals, get close to them and... even pet them!
The Vioune Asinerie (donkey
farm)
Visit the farm, home to some fifteen donkeys and their foals, and share some lovely tender moments with them!
You can try your hand at milking, and then taste the milk used for food sales and cosmetics’ production. While you’re there, why not stock up on cosmetics at the on-site Mag’Asin store! The Asinerie also offers donkey rides, a surefire delight with children! A unique and very popular activity.
Guided or self-guided tours by appointment only.
2070 route de la Vilaine, 03600 Hyds
+33 (0)6 83 91 06 23 - www.lainess.com
Catherine’s soaps
Catherine designs, makes and sells her products in her small workshop, where heavenly scents of rose and jasmine mingle with the aroma of sweet orange.
Bold combinations for a soap maker
convinced that natural ingredients and local craftsmanship can go hand-in-hand with quality and authenticity.
Visits to her workshop are by appointment only.
2 chemin de Lonzais, 03170 Bizeneuille
+33 (0)6 27 50 44 04 - www.lessavonsdecatherine.com
The vinaigres de la Carrière
Claire and her son Olivier look forward to welcoming you to their family farm. Using apples from their own orchards, they make a range of vinegars, aperitifs and brandies. They offer 13
different vinegars, made from cider vinegar water and flavoured with lavender, raspberry, vanilla, honey, even chocolate. During the visit, you’ll
be able to see the entire process of making the vinegars and other products using traditional, organic methods!
Guided tour by appointment only.
4 chemin de la Carrière, 03170 Montvicq
+33 (0)6 82 77 17 06 - www.vinaigresdelacarriere.fr
Olivier Gilbert Beekeeper
Olivier Gilbert, a professional beekeeper, owns over 200 hives in the Bourbonnais region. He produces a variety of honeys, including acacia, spring, summer flower, forest and buckwheat. Take a guided tour to discover the honey extraction process and visit his shop.
Visits to the apiary are by appointment only.
2 chemin du Grand Bournet, 03430 Tortezais
+33 (0)6 64 53 94 54
The Ch’ti Cabri
Come and meet a dedicated farmer who breeds Poitevine goats and Jersey cows
together to produce delicious cheeses. Discover the authentic world of ecofriendly
farming and watch the milking process. An enthralling visit for nature
lovers and people who appreciate fine products.
Visits by reservation only, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays from 5 pm to
7 pm.
Les Granges, 03600 Louroux-de-Beaune
+33 (0)6 38 65 53 29 - www.lechticabri.fr