Discover Sauvigny-Le-Bois: Châteaux, Chapel and Countryside

Sauvigny-Le-Bois offers a range of themes to explore: historic building periods, sacred art and countryside. When planning a stay, you can explore the history of its châteaux, the former priory, the Chapelle de Montjalin and a walk along the Allée de la Vierge. A cycling route, as well as seasonal visits and visits requiring reservations, add to the options. If you are looking for a hotel in Sauvigny-Le-Bois, these highlights can help you plan your stay.

Châteaux and architectural history

The Château de Montjalin dates mainly from the second half of the 18th century and is partially protected as a historic monument. The protected elements include the château’s façades and roofs, the surrounding wall, the dry moat and the railings, including the gateway. The description of the scope of protection therefore covers not only the building but also elements of its enclosure.

The Château de Sauvigny-le-Bois offers a different perspective on the past. It is listed in France’s supplementary inventory of historic monuments and retains architectural features dating from the late 16th or early 17th century, the 18th century and the first third of the 19th century. In 1988, the château was reunited with a 24-hectare park; subsequent restoration and construction work made its restoration possible. The different periods can thus be placed within a longer building history, rather than attributed to a single phase of construction.

Priory and Chapelle de Montjalin

The Prieuré de Saint-Jean-des-Bonshommes was a monastery of the Order of Grandmont. Its surviving remains were classified as a historic monument by decree on 14 November 1905. Here, the former monastic history meets historic building fabric that can still be seen today.

The Chapelle de Montjalin was built in 1858 as a family burial chapel. Its notable works of art include four remarkable stained-glass windows by Olivier Wegmann, a master glassmaker born in Sauvigny. The chapel hosts exhibitions in summer. If you would like to include an exhibition in your plans, check the current dates in advance.

Walks, countryside and cycling route

The Allée de la Vierge is a public promenade. Its leafy path is lined with centuries-old oak trees and offers views of the Morvan and the Avallonnais. The Allée is also listed in the Yonne department’s register of scenic sites. The landscape and its recognition as a scenic site go hand in hand here, making the path a highlight in its own right for anyone looking to add a walk to their stay.

For cycling plans, the Véloroute du Serein is another point of reference: it runs from Sainte-Vertu to Sauvigny-le-Bois. The promenade and the cycling route offer different ways to enjoy the countryside during your stay; the information given describes the distinct character and route of each.

Visits and special experiences

The Ecopôle Suez centre est has a trail dedicated to biodiversity. Group visits are available by reservation. If you plan to visit as a group, check the booking arrangements in advance.

The Musée Olaf DeLafon de l'automobile is located in the Château de Montjalin in Sauvigny-le-Bois. It features a car collection and documentation about vehicles used by heads of state. Visits are available as part of guided tours; check the current dates in advance. This way, when planning, you can distinguish between the site’s themes and the stated conditions for each visit.

Discover more destinations: Chaumot, Sainpuits, Domecy-Sur-Cure, Champigny, Cravant, Venoy, Savigny-sur-Clairis, Beauvoir.

For an overview of the wider region: Yonne.