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The 10 Best Things to do Good for Kids in Yonne, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Discover the best top things to do in Yonne, France including musee du costume Avallon, Basilique de Vezelay, Cathedrale Saint-Etienne, Cathedrale St-Etienne, La Maison du Visiteur, Grottes d'Arcy-sur-Cure, Chateau Ancy-le Franc, Guedelon, Rochers du Saussois, Abbaye de Saint-Germain d'Auxerre.
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1. musee du costume Avallon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By MarkW873 - Leeds, United Kingdom
Only saw the sign by chance and the visit turned out to be one of the highlights of our holiday. When we approached the door was locked and we thought the place might not be open, fortunately someone soon arrived to let us in. People are shown round in very small groups. There are so many exhibits that there isn't room for more than a few people at a time. Although its' title is Costume Museum it is much more than that. The building itself is a great surprise and as well as the costumes it is full of interesting pictures, furniture and ornaments. We were shown round by one of the sisters who own the collection and she answered all of our questions and went out her way to make the visit enjoyable and very interesting. An absolutely wonderful place!
2. Basilique de Vezelay
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,114 reviews
The Basilica and the relics of St. Mary Magdalene have made and continue to make of Vezelay a major spiritual destination. Vezelay has for centuries captured the imagination of people. Not only is the Basilica Church of St. Mary Magdalene a beacon for Christianity, it is also a place of major importance in history and in art history. It has as such recently been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage list. Vezelay was originally a monastic church, which it is now again while remaining a pilgrimage place. It has also been a parish church for some two centuries. The Basilica is a highly praised spiritual and tourist destination for all alike: believers, pilgrims or visitors.
Reviewed By claudiad38
One of the great roman cathedrals. Some renovations scaffolding when we visited. Daily evening and other services, don't miss.
3. Cathedrale Saint-Etienne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 448 reviews
Reviewed By phil2mlin - Northampton, United Kingdom
Visited the Cathedral in October 2019 whilst on a tour of the area. Auxerre is a very historic town and well worth stopping in and walking around. The Cathedral is situated high above the river and dominates the skyline. The detailed masonary is worth looking at as is the Crypt.
4. Cathedrale St-Etienne
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 365 reviews
Regarded as the first of the great Gothic cathedrals, its construction began in 1130. At the same period, catholic buildings were still designed according to Norman architecture. The architect of Sens applied a revolutionary design for the vaulting: the ribbed vault. Then, the Saint-Stephen's Cathedral has known successive developments ("flamboyant" Gothic transept for instance) but has kept a beautiful unit. Our tips: don't miss the unique and popular lightshow "Lumieres de Sens" from mid-June to mid-September! This is an amazing introduction to a detailed visit of the st Gothic Cathedral. Opened everyday of the year from 8.00 am to 6.00 pm. Guiding tours (during the summer) and outlets available at the Tourist Office.
Reviewed By ovo777 - Yerevan, Armenia
One of the first gothic cathedrals in France inspiring and full with gorgeous masterpieces to admire !
5. La Maison du Visiteur
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 179 reviews
The Visitor Center is a must stop on the way to the Basilica to understand what makes this sacred mountain so exceptional. Through a film and a workshop animated by our guides, discover the art and secrets of the builders who erected it 900 years ago.
6. Grottes d'Arcy-sur-Cure
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By REKahn
The guided tour was great. Emmanuel, our tour guide was so nice ! The paintings of mammoths on the walls were surreal.
7. Chateau Ancy-le Franc
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 230 reviews
8. Guedelon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,685 reviews
Deep in the forests of northern Burgundy, a team of master-builders is building a C13th castle from scratch.
Reviewed By SYHighlander - Boise, United States
Workers clad in medieval clothes are building a 13th-century castle from the ground up using period tools and supplies from the surrounding forests, rocks, and dirt. The project started 22 years ago and expected to take another 15 years to complete. You are free to walk the grounds, go inside the castle, visit the support village, and ask questions. Worth the trip. Kids will find it fun and adults will be fascinated. Cafe, picnic tables, restrooms and gift shop available.
9. Rochers du Saussois
10. Abbaye de Saint-Germain d'Auxerre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 217 reviews
Reviewed By Googly2010 - Tonbridge, United Kingdom
Alas we opted not to pay to see the closed part of the crypt (with frescoes) and meanly walked around for nothing. Despite our loss, what we did see was fabulous, including parts of the excavated crypt dating back over 1000 years with stone coffins beneath our feet. The existing cloisters, chapter house and church, dating to the 13thC and later are well worth seeing. As usual we marvelled at the wealth and power of the medieval church with its lofty interior and beautiful stained glass. The adjoining museum houses some woderful Roman artefacts found in Auxerre and surroundings.
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