Located 45 km south of Troyes and 15 km Bar-sur-Seine, this large village has 700 inhabitants. The best view is from Essoyes Fontette: it embraces a glance the village in a valley surrounded by greenery. Tributary of the Seine, Ource cuts the town in two. A location away from major thoroughfares which calls for calm and rest.
We can talk about without mentioning Essoyes Pierre-Auguste Renoir and his son, Jean Renoir, the director, Pierre Renoir, actor, Claude Renoir, ceramist, all buried in the cemetery of the village. Essoyes is also the birthplace of famous men: Augustus Heriot, founder of the Grands Magasins du Louvre in the 19th century became the hero of the novel by Emile Zola "The Ladies' Paradise" and Louis Morel, sculptor, Renoir's hand.
SIGHTSEEING
To see in the village: the cultural center Renoir on the side of Renoir, the painter, the family castle Heriot and the cemetery are buried all Renoir Pierre-Auguste and his wife Aline and her 3 Charigot son, John, Peter and Claude and sculptor Louis Morel, Auguste Heriot.
The third weekend of May Essoyes organizes several years, the wine fair where about 50 wine from all over France to present their productions. The event attracts more and more people, especially the Belgians who love the region and good French wines.
ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Dawn is rich in historical places. Some towns and villages must-see:
Avalleur: Chapel of the Commandery of Knights Templar.
Brienne: Napoleon Museum.
Chaource: the Church of St. John the Baptist and the Entombment.
Chatillon-sur-Seine: Musée de la Dame de Vix.
Clairvaux Abbey founded by Bernard of Clairvaux in the 12th century.
Colombey-les-Deux-Eglises, the village of General de Gaulle and the new Memorial.
Isle-Aumont: the church with three shrines. The mound Isle-Aumont harbored 4,000 years of history, it was still necessary that we be told. It is this work that the archaeologist Jean Scapula spent fifty years of his life.
Mussy: St Peter's Church BSc Links 13th century, the Museum of the Resistance.
The Riceys: This ancient walled city stands on a land of vineyards. Only common to have 3 Appellations of Origin Controlled (AOC) with Champagne, Coteaux Champenois and Rose Riceys.
Rumilly lès Vaudes: The 16th century manor house and the church of St. Martin in the same period.
Troyes, unquestionably beautiful city. Its historic center is full of old cobblestone streets and charming half-timbered houses often slightly askew. Troyes is a city rich in art beautiful churches with stained glass in museums, mansions.
At the heart of the countryside Aube, 30km from Troyes Le Val Moret opens its doors. The quality of care that you reserve Marisy Theresa, the owner has no equal as generous dishes that...
Pierre & Marie-Claude will be happy to welcome you to La Roseraie, charming house of the 19th century, located in the village Essoyes dear to Renoir. Essoyes, a small village in the...
Located in Essoyes
From 120 € to 125 € the double room
La combernee
9
Viviers-sur-Artaut
Champagne house in the heart of a typical village of Champagne, you will discover our vineyard, the site of renoir, lakes and many walks.
Located 5 km from Essoyes
From 50 € to 55 € the double room
La Ferme du Mont Lassois
9.7
Vix
In an old stone farmhouse, we offer pleasant accommodation in the quiet of a campaign that will seduce you. The spacious rooms open onto the garden, 160 bedding for your comfort. Each...
Monique and Gerard winegrowers in Champagne, welcome you in two log homes for a stay of rest and discovery. Swimmingpool on site to share in summer. SAUNA free fire woodpets are allowed...
Located in Essoyes
From 340 € to 690 € per week
Château des Tertres en Champagne
Mussy-sur-Seine
Romantic castle from 1868 with 10 hectares of park, recently renovated with surprisingly low prices. Tasting Champagne, Chablis and Crémant. Many sports (golf, boating, bicycles, recreation...
Located 9 km from Essoyes
From 1590 € to 2130 € per week
Le Vendangeoir
Buxeuil
In the full heart of the Coast of the Bar, on the Tourist Road of Champagne, in the center of a wine village, Sylvie and Michel Pescheux accomodate you in their lodging of stage with...
The Logis Des Canotiers is located in the village of Essoyes in the heart of the Ource Champagne valley. It offers an outdoor swimming pool and free Wi-Fi internet access. Guest rooms...
Located in Essoyes
Room from 71 €
Le Marius
8.8
Les Riceys
The 3-star Hotel Le Marius sits next to the church of St Peter in Chains in the village Les Riceys. It offers spacious guestrooms with flat-screen TV and free Wi-Fi. Le Marius has a...
Located 13.8 km from Essoyes
Room from 60 €
La Cadole
7.9
Bar-sur-Seine
Located in Bar-sur-Seine, La Cadole is on the Champagne Wine Route, in the heart of the Champagne vineyards region. It offers a terrace, a restaurant, a bar and free Wi-Fi. The rooms...
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