Delve into French Gastronomy on this exciting day trip from Lyon. You’ll head to Bresse and visit a poultry farm to learn more about the region’s famous chicken. Next up, you can explore the Perouges Medieval Village and try a regional Bressan lunch, before heading back to Lyon.
Enjoy a relaxing day trip from Lyon through key gastronomical sites in the Bresse region. Your private driver will escort you to a poultry farm and a medieval village before transporting you back to Lyon.
Food enthusiasts flock to the Bresse region, northeast of Lyon, for its incredible cuisine. This is partially because Bresse is home to the world’s only AOC-protected chicken, the Poulet de Bresse. This is the same protection given to authentically labeled Champagne, meaning a food product is produced to strict standards in a specific region. Travelers can visit Ferme Du Sougey (Sougey Farm) to witness traditional farming techniques in a serene, protected natural environment. The best time to visit is in mid-December, during the Les Glorieuses festival, when the region celebrates the chickens with competitions and markets. Tours are typically only available in the summer, so it's best to verify visiting hours and entry costs before visiting this working farm: https://www.bourgenbressedestinations.fr/offres/ferme-du-sougey-montrevel-en-bresse-fr-3048111/
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Perouges
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Perouges has been ranked one of the most beautiful villages in the country, and is known for its incredibly preserved medieval features and local cuisine. This tiny village immerses visitors in medieval times, with cobblestone streets, tiny stone houses, and artisan workshops showcasing the weaving and pottery techniques the village was once known for. Be sure to see the church fortress, the Eglise Sainte-Marie-Madeleine, and the central square, where an ancient linden tree and a well evoke visions of the past. Stop at the Hostellerie du Vieux Perouges, a historic inn, for a lunch of regional flavors and to try galette de Perouges for dessert. Learn more about the village before visiting: https://www.perouges-bugey-tourisme.com/en/decouvrir/la-cite-medievale-de-perouges/
Perouges sits approximately 22 miles (35 kilometers) northeast of Lyon, making it an easy and rewarding day trip. The drive takes about 35-40 minutes each way through the Bresse countryside, allowing plenty of time to explore this beautifully preserved medieval village and sample its culinary specialties.
Plan 90 minutes at Ferme du Sougey to tour the farm, learn about traditional chicken raising methods, and understand AOC protection standards. At Perouges, allow 90 minutes to explore the village streets, visit the church fortress, browse artisan shops, and enjoy lunch featuring regional specialties at a local restaurant.
Absolutely. This day trip offers immersion in authentic French gastronomy, from farm-to-table experiences at a working poultry farm to medieval village dining. Food lovers appreciate learning about AOC protection, traditional farming methods, and regional culinary heritage while enjoying exceptional meals in historic atmospheres.
Poulet de Bresse is the world's only AOC-protected chicken, meaning it's produced to strict standards in a specific region with the same legal protection as Champagne. Raised in Bresse using traditional farming methods, these chickens are renowned for exceptional flavor and quality, making them a prized ingredient in French gastronomy.
Galette de Perouges is the village's signature dessert, a sweet flatbread topped with butter and sugar. This traditional pastry has been made here for centuries and represents local culinary heritage. Most visitors try it at the Hostellerie du Vieux Perouges, a historic inn offering regional Bressan cuisine in an atmospheric medieval setting.
Perouges ranks among France's most beautiful villages, offering remarkably preserved medieval architecture. Cobblestone streets wind past stone houses and artisan workshops showcasing traditional weaving and pottery. The church fortress, central square with an ancient linden tree, and authentic medieval atmosphere create an unforgettable step back in time.
Beyond the famous chicken, try regional cheeses, local wines, and traditional Bressan cuisine. Perouges offers excellent opportunities to sample authentic flavors in historic settings. Your lunch might include Poulet de Bresse prepared traditionally, served with cream sauce, accompanied by local vegetables and finished with galette for dessert.
Summer months offer the best opportunity to tour Ferme du Sougey, as farm tours are typically available only during this season. Mid-December is special for Les Glorieuses festival when Bresse celebrates its chickens with competitions and markets. Always verify visiting hours and tour availability before planning your visit.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.