Pourrain

Pourrain

Travel guide and tourist information

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Pourrain, its ancient name "pulverenus", has a large number of hamlets (45). The village is situated on a long hill that overlooks three valleys: the valley Baulch, the Ru de Varenne and the Valley Tholon. From its peak in Chailloux (293 m), it enjoys an exceptional view. Its area is 2384 ha.

Possession of Saint Germain in the 5th century, then the bishops of Auxerre, it was erected as a parish from the 6th century. From 820, he raised the Chapter "Cathedral", until the Revolution. In 1304 the population received, canons, a charter of enfranchisement. End X^e, early 12th century a stone church was built on the promontory of the town. It retained its Romanesque nave until the mid 19th century, a beautiful Renaissance choir dominates, its high windows, the street below. It is also the Renaissance that was built and decorated the chapel of St. Baudel. Napoleon returned from Elba Pourrain and passed through the portion of road he borrowed bears his name: imperial road (RD 965). In 1429, Joan of Arc Pourrain also crossed on his way to Chinon, as it passed through many villages Puisaye. Late eighteenth, early 19th century, exploited his career Pourrain ocher. But in 1835, its production was competed by ochres Sauilly (Diges) better. The site closed at the beginning of the Second World War and Pourrain lost half its population. Now Pourrain is an active town, favored by the proximity of Auxerre, it has many associations. His total legal population from 1 January 2009 is of 1416 inhabitants (the municipal population of 1369 inhabitants) located in the town and 45 villages or localities inhabited.

Church (choir of the 16th century).

Chapelle Saint-Baudel (murals).

Oratory of Our Lady of Lourdes.

Garage sale - flea: Easter Sunday.

Friendship Festival Moon: The last weekend of August.

Patronal Feast: 2nd full weekend of September.

Other events: the annual calendar in City Hall.

View of the Common		Chapel St. Baudel
Murals of the chapel (Photo credit: Mr. Worobel)		Murals (Photo credit: Mr. Worobel)
Grove poyaudin		Friendship Moon Festival

Tuesday 14 February Day Night Min. -2°C - Max. 3°C

Wednesday 15 February Day Night Min. -1°C - Max. 5°C

Thursday 16 February Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 5°C

Le Castel Mailly-le-Château Small hotel in a picturesque village on the banks of the Yonne and the Canal du Nivernais. Each room is decorated differently. On sunny days meals are served outdoors if you wish; Located 24 km from Pourrain From 20 € to 25 € per person

Hostellerie des Clos Chablis Ideally located in the heart of the village of Chablis, the Hostellerie des Clos is a charming place to discover the vineyards of Burgundy. In this cozy traditional hostel you'll discover... Located 30 km from Pourrain From 35 € to 110 € per person

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Domaine de Beauvoir Chambres d'hôtes     8.7 Beauvoir 15 km west of Auxerre is a beautiful village, Beauvoir, in a hilly region of the Yonne. This decor that changes with the seasons you will spend the holidays (re) creative in a 18th... Located 5.4 km from Pourrain 75 € the double room

La Bichonnière     8.7 Lindry Familly house for the passed 50 years, La Bichonnière and its hosts Stéphane & Julia will welcome you in its charming and peaceful surroundings. You will enjoy the wooden park as well... Located 5.9 km from Pourrain 84 € the double room

A la metairie chambres de charme   Lindry In a farmhouse eighteenth, the ideal place for lovers of great calm and space, comfort and warm welcome. On the first floor with independent entrance and common living room, 2 double... Located 6.1 km from Pourrain From 85 € to 100 € the double room

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La Mezienne = 'la sièste de midi'   9.2 Lindry In the countryside, to 12 km from the town of Auxerre. Independent house near the owner's house, surrounded by gardens and fields, in an impasse of a small hamlet. Restored in 2001... Located 5.3 km from Pourrain From 340 € to 420 € per week

Apartment for 4 persons   10 Auxerre Charming furnished on the banks of the Yonne, facing the old city and near the marina and park Roscoff. Fully equipped you will have a pleasant stay for one night, a weekend or a week... Located 13.2 km from Pourrain 300 € per week

Chemilly sur Yonne Chemilly-sur-Yonne Very nice cottage in the castle. Completely renovated in 2010. Ideal for a couple with 1 child. Located 19.3 km from Pourrain From 330 € to 390 € per week

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Camping les Ceriselles     8.9 Vincelles Situated close to a lake of 4 hectares, the campsite on the bank of the Yonne river and the Nivernais Canal, famous for this bicycle path. Fisherman have every opportunity. The campsite... Located 17.7 km from Pourrain From 14 € to 18 € per day

Camping de la Courtillerie     8 Saints Shady, quiet, flat, sandy. Located ten minutes from the medieval site of Guedelon. A holiday in the countryside you will discover our region and its riches. Located 22 km from Pourrain 5.20 € per day

Hôtellerie de Plein Air 'Les Confluents     9.6 Migennes “Confluents” ***, Label Camp-site Quality, trophy of the Gesture of Reception 2005... Equipped with 61 sites from 80 to 250 m ², dishes, shaded, delimited, enclosed of a hedge, medical... Located 23 km from Pourrain From 7 € to 7.60 € per day

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Club la Coulée Douce Poyaudine     6.3 Beauvoir This country club is located in France’s Burgundy region 15 km from Auxerre. It offers individually decorated rooms, a garden and spa. Free private parking is available. The chalets... Located 4.4 km from Pourrain Room from 65 €

Le Petit Manoir des Bruyères     7.9 Villefargeau This charming dwelling set on the edge of a beautiful forest welcomes you in Burgundy and offers a warm atmosphere blending quietness and modern comfort. All guest rooms at the Petit... Located 6.2 km from Pourrain Room from 140 €

Hôtel Parc Des Maréchaux      8.1 Auxerre The charming Hôtel Parc Des Maréchaux is located just outside the centre of Auxerre, in a tranquil area surrounded by a lovely private garden and a shady park. Rooms at the Hôtel Parc... Located 12.1 km from Pourrain Room from 100 €

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