<a href="/zh2/3471" title="WAI HTML"><img alt="Cover" src="/cover/co/3471.gif"></a> <div>Château de Mercuès p 85<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Les Agassins p 76<br /> <br /> </div> <div>NORMANDY<br /> <br /> LOIRE VALLEY<br /> Norway Sweden<br /> <br /> BURGUNDY<br /> <br /> ALSACE<br /> <br /> UK Bel Lux Germany<br /> <br /> Poland<br /> <br /> Ukraine<br /> <br /> FRENCH ALPS<br /> <br /> France CH<br /> Portugal Spain<br /> <br /> Austria<br /> <br /> Hungary Rumania Bulgaria Greece<br /> <br /> Italy<br /> <br /> southwest PROVENCE<br /> <br /> p4<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> 21 rooms A gastronomic restaurant Personalised service Absolute tranquility Cosy and warm Interior terrace Meeting rooms (up to 120 people) Private car park<br /> <br /> In the heart of Colmar, one of the most beautiful and most representative houses of the town is found. The superb residence dating from 1609 and classed as a historical monument, is the most famous monument in Colmar. One hundred and five grotesque masks adorn the façade of this 17th century house. La Maison des Têtes has a restaurant which serves an acclaimed typical Alsacian cuisine and is a meeting-place. A wonderful break in a hotel full of the local atmosphere.<br /> <br /> Location and access<br /> By plane: Bâle-Mulhouse International airport: 40 km By train: Colmar: 1 km By car: From Mulhouse: A36 - A35 exit 25 From Nancy: A330 - A33 exit N59<br /> <br /> L a M a i s o n d e s Tê t e s<br /> p 39<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Le Vieux Cast illon p 64<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> Magnificent, wonderful and grand “We had an exceptional experience. The castel sits atop a mountain with incredible views. The rooms are grand with modern updated bathrooms. The huge pool was a big hit with our children. The staff could not have been nicer and more accomodating. We were very sad to leave!”<br /> <br /> Chateau de Mercuès - pretty exteriors and great gourmet food “Exquisite gourmet food, great and friendly service in a beautiful great room. The Chateau’s own wines were delicious, and the list of other wines was enough to satisfy the most discriminating of palettes. The exterior of the castle at the garden are most beautiful. There is a wonderful swimming pool and the free and brief tour of the wine cellar was interesting.” Tripadvisor.com clients<br /> <br /> Château de Mercuès<br /> p 83<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Ferme Saint Simeon ****<br /> HONFLEUR - NORMANDY<br /> <br /> Name of the owner<br /> Jean-Marie Boelen<br /> <br /> Chef<br /> Chef: Erwan Louaizil In 1979, a family arrived to recreate the charms of yesterday to add those of modern times. Today, one of the sons continues to perpetuate the family tradition. Jean-Marie Boelen welcomes you to his ‘Ferme’.<br /> <br /> “In the land of stretching skies, sunshine, boats, horses, birds, countryside and sea… A traditional farm, dear to the Impressionists of the 19th century remains. A dwelling unlike any other…”<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> Ferme Saint Siméon Rue Adolphe Marais 14600 Honfleur Tel +33 (0)2 31 81 78 00 Fax +33 (0)2 31 89 48 48 www.fermesaintsimeon.fr<br /> <br /> p8<br /> <br /> </div> <div>L’Espérance - Marc Meneau p 35 31<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer: the heart of historical Camargue (harbour, open-air market, church and alleyways…) - Relaxation landscape which is Camargue - Generous hospitality and cordial international welcome - Secluded place wich has remained unspoiled - Relaxing: a haven of peace - Confortable and tastefully decorated rooms open onto salt marshes and lakes - The view from every window is magical - Fantastic swimming pool and its waterfall - Relaxing atmosphere at aperitif time - Gastronomic refined cuisine from Provence - The Provence: the door to the Camargue, Arles, Nîmes, Aix-en-Provence, Avignon offering culture and world renowned festivals - Natural reserve (bird sanctuary): 85 000 hectares dispatched between Arles and Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer - Gardians way of living, thousands of birds - Discovery of horses and bulls riding freely in the nature - Visit of a manade, horse ride - Active holidays: water of sports, beaches, tennis courts, pétanque (Provencal local game), golf course jogging, endless sandy beaches<br /> <br /> L’ E s t e l l e e n C a m a r g u e<br /> p 68<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - Located in Vézelay, a unique medieval market town, listed by heritage organisation UNESCO as the centre of Christianity - In the heart of the countryside, between Yonne and Morvan, in the middle of Burgundy, well-known for its vineyards and the beautiful landscapes - A magnificent park stretching over 4 hectares where 2 rivers flow - A nice and friendly atmosphere - A reading room decorated with warm colours where an open fire crackles in the winter - L’Espérance has welcomed artists, painters, poets, writers, such as Serge Gainsbourg and even the famous cellist Rostropovich - The cuisine of Marc Meneau, 2 Michelin stars - An array of events involving wine, cigars and rich delicacies - Zervos Museum: very famous contempory modern art museum in Vézelay<br /> <br /> L’ E s p é r a n c e - M a r c M e n e a u<br /> p 32<br /> <br /> </div> <div>L’ Esperance - Marc Meneau ****<br /> V é Z E L AY - B U R G U N D Y<br /> <br /> Name of the owner & Chef<br /> Marc Meneau Marc Meneau, a man of taste and talent who dares to take risks to pursue his ideas, to rebel against received wisdom, a man who continues to excel and astound at l’Espérance.<br /> <br /> “A haven of tranquility and pleasure in a superb setting…”<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> L’Espérance - Marc Meneau 25 Grande Rue 89450 Saint Père-en-Vezelay Tel + 33 (0)3 86 33 39 10 Fax + 33 (0)3 86 33 26 15 www.marc-meneau-esperance.com<br /> <br /> p 30<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> 29 rooms and 3 apartments Michelin star restaurant Superb outside swimming pool Relaxing area : steam bath and sauna Terraces and flowery indoor patio Cooking lessons Billiards Loan of boules de pétanques (local Provencal game) 2 meeting rooms (up to 60 people) Private car park<br /> <br /> Ideally nestled at the top of a magnificent Provencal village, the hotel offers a Renaissance architecture. From the terrace, there is a fantastic panoramic view on the vineyards. The hotel provides attentive and high quality hotel service. The restaurant serves dishes inspired by Provencal cooking and gives pride of place to the area’s prestigious traditional produce, including truffles, olive and wine. The cellar offers a selection of 250 different vintages, including some of the best from the Côte du Rhône and the Languedoc. Every ingredient is gathered to make your stay most memorable.<br /> <br /> Location and access<br /> By plane: Nîmes-Arles-Camargue: 27 km Avignon-Caumont: 30 km Montpellier-Méditerranée: 70 km Marseille-Provence: 110 km International airports By train: Nîmes: 25 km Avignon: 25 km By car: From Nîmes / Orange: A9 - exit 23 - D6100 - D6101 D6086 - D892<br /> <br /> Le Vieux Castillon<br /> p 61<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> Best option in Honfleur “If you are used to sophisticated hotels it will not be easy to find many in Honfleur. This hotel is located 10 minutes walk downhill to Honfleur´s centre. Its quiet location makes it still more appealing because once you finished your Honfleur stroll you go back to tranquility. The buildings are beautiful. The furnishings elegant and cozy. The restaurant first class gourmet cuisine. Breakfast as good as you may expect. Nice indoor pool and Spa. By far this is the best option for discerning travellers visiting Honfleur and environs.” Tripadvisor.com client “The hotel was delightful - the reception staff was exceptional. The fact that parking was available was also helpful. We enjoyed our time there.” “Spa is nice: Turkish hammam, sauna, large swimming pool, very nice spa-area, we had room in the same building with spa - it’s very comfortable, location from the centre of Honfleur is a 7 minute walk.” Booking.com clients<br /> <br /> Ferme Saint Siméon<br /> p 11<br /> <br /> </div> <div>La Maison des Têtes p 43<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Abbaye de Sainte Croix ****<br /> SALON-DE-PROVENCE - PROVENCE<br /> <br /> Name of the owner<br /> Catherine Bossard Jérémy Picanol When she was 25, Catherine Bossard returned to the house where she had spent her holidays and took it over from her father. Her success is reflected in her preserving the intimate, family atmosphere that reigns over the Abbey.<br /> <br /> Chef<br /> <br /> “Staying in this place outside time brings peace and serenity, meditation and ‘art de vivre’. The breath-taking landscape reinforces the feeling of natural well-being, appreciated so much by admirers of extraordinary places…”<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> Abbaye de Sainte Croix Route du Val-de-Cuech – D16 13300 Salon-de-Provence Tel +33 (0)4 90 56 24 55 Fax +33 (0)4 90 56 31 12 www.hotels-provence.com<br /> <br /> p 54<br /> <br /> </div> <div>L’ESPéRANCE - MARC MENEAU VEZELAY DIJON<br /> <br /> BEAUNE<br /> <br /> GEORGES BLANC PARC & SPA VONNAS<br /> <br /> p 23<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> Luxury off the beaten path “We had a marvelous two nights at this establishment. One does not expect such an elegant, glamorous, even decadent place in the middle of a nature preserve, but that is what this is. It was the perfect end to a perfect trip. The dinner we had was inventive, elegant and delicious.” Great find! “The place is in a very quiet area. Loved the fact that I was woken by the farm birds, some of which appear to be rare breeds, in the morning. The food was superb, the rooms and the bathrooms great. This a place I would seek out again.” Tripadvisor.com clients “Once again a pure moment of pleasure... Gone into your bubble yesterday evening us stood out from it this morning, persuaded to have stopped the time. How not to think of returning next year to take advantage again of your paradise and of delights which accompany it.” Booking.com client<br /> <br /> La Mare aux Oiseaux<br /> p 19<br /> <br /> </div> <div>L’Espérance - Marc Meneau p 34<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> Fall in love with this hotel “After days of visiting in Provence, we moved in to this lovely hotel in Salon de Provence. You can immediately feel the calmness and peacefulness of this hotel. After we moved in and settled in our room, I and my husband decided to take a walk around this hotel. It won’t take you too long to realise that there are no more stress and tiredness from days of travel. The tranquil atmosphere, the magnificent scenery and gently breeze simply make you fall in love with this place, this hotel. We found a wonderful spot of this hotel, its on the cliff side. We sat down on the greens and sing songs after songs like young kids with beautiful view. I had my dinner with my family in this well Provence touched and designed ‘salle a manger’. Relax with fine quality! The food is nice, same to the fine quality of service. We had been travelling from Bordeaux to Provence and trust me, after days of visiting, I can tell the difference already. Both are nice places with their own charm and characteristic. This hotel room owns its Provence style without compromise any modern facility and quality. The hotel staff also makes you feel warm welcome with great hospitality. If I travel once again to Provence, I’ll definitely come back and enjoy this unforgettable memory. It is simply worthy!” Tripadvisor.com client “Excellent hotel. Lots of charm, very old stones. Excellent gastronomic food, marvelous view, nice people who always try to help, great pool. Really we enjoyed this stay: hors du temps.” Booking.com client<br /> <br /> L ’A b b a y e d e S a i n t e C r o i x<br /> p 57<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> Best place to stay in the Camargue “The Hotel l’Estelle was a gem. The location was perfect, just a few kilometres from Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer so going into town, out for dinner, etc. was very easy. It’s also near several horseback riding places and it’s quite easy to head out to explore other towns such as Aigues Mortes. The rooms are very nice with views of a small lake, but the pool area is the best part, complete with a lovely jacuzzi on the edge of the lake. The best part of the hotel is the staff, particularly in helping to make suggestions about what to do. We did everything based on their ideas and we enjoyed ourselves immensely.” Tripadvisor.com client “I was lulled to sleep by the salty tang of the sea breezes! A lovely hotel situated in a quiet marshland. White horses, bulls and pink flamingos everywhere! The rooms are not large, but there is plenty of storage space. I had a lovely bath, gazing out my open window towards the lake, it was pure romance! The restaurant is excellent and has a wonderful and affordable wine menu. The staff was friendly and fun, and it starts with Sara at the front desk. Lovely, natural grounds and a lake walk! Tennis courts and a spa! The perfect eternity pool! What more could you want?” Booking.com client<br /> <br /> L’ E s t e l l e e n C a m a r g u e<br /> p 69<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Sales contacts<br /> Odile David odavid@macarons.eu +33(0) 6 48 25 81 51 Alexandre De Roany aderoany@macarons.eu +33(0) 6 77 05 17 44<br /> <br /> ILTM 2010<br /> <br /> 3 rue Rigoberta Menchu 84000 Avignon - FRANCE Tel +33 (0)4 90 89 67 00 www.macarons.eu<br /> www.macarons.eu/fr/iltm.php<br /> <br /> p 87<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Abbaye de Sainte Croix p 58<br /> <br /> </div> <div>La Mare aux Oiseaux ***<br /> S A I N T- J O A C H I M - L O I R E VA L L E Y<br /> <br /> Name of the owner & Chef<br /> Eric Guerin At the age of 40, Eric Guérin belongs to one of these avant-garde chefs who loudly proclaim their freedom. Mocking the Michelin guide and its sometimes arbitrary gradings and downgrading, he continues making his way across the swamps of the Grande Brière.<br /> <br /> “A magic, timeless place, filled with passion, art and poetry, where man and nature seem to meet.”<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> La Mare aux Oiseaux 162 île de Fedrun 44720 Saint-Joachim Tél. +33(0)2 40 88 53 01 Fax +33(0)2 40 91 67 44 www.mareauxoiseaux.fr<br /> <br /> p 16<br /> <br /> </div> <div>La Mare aux Oiseaux p 21<br /> <br /> </div> <div>LA MAISON DES TêTES COLMAR<br /> <br /> MULHOUSE<br /> <br /> Bâle<br /> <br /> p 37<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - Vonnas: one of the most beautiful villages in France, blossoming with flowers and where two rivers “la Veyle” and “le Renon” meet. - Close to Geneva, Lyon, Jura - A wonderful atmosphere is present throughout the hotel and its grounds. The Blanc family have been innkeepers at Vonnas for 137 years – over 5 generations! - A charming and unique hotel to stay at, located just by the water’s edge - Dream spa voted “Best Spa in the world” by Relais & Châteaux in 2008 - New outdoor swimming pool, plus a third restaurant serving brunch in summer - The cuisine of Georges Blanc, 3 Michelin stars - A superb wine cellar, amongst the top five best wine cellars in the world - Cooking lessons possible on request - The medieval city of Pérouges - Lots of museums, farms, churches, castles and forests, also close to “la route des Crêtes”, Dombes bird park, Lamartine house… - Burgundy and Mâconnais vineyards<br /> <br /> Georges Blanc Parc & Spa<br /> p 26<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> A treasure in a small town “First lets state that this really is a Dining experience first and a hotel second... Think B&B not fancy resort. The food here is inventive, original and very well presented. The dining on the terrace is great, lovely view of the lake. We have been going here as a treat (from business nearby) for five years and that should be our review. It is such a treat to find a place like this in a small town... And it totally makes our trip. We’ve stayed in the hotel a few times, even with the lovely pool and gardens it is really a fine, elegant, cultured B&B not a resort. The breakfast makes it worthwhile and it is the best place in the area.” Superb hotel “Just perfect for a lover break. Splendid view, excellent table, charming and professional personnel, idyllic location…. What else?” Gastronomic stop “We spend a night in this very pleasant and well located hotel. The personnel is welcoming and discreet. The cuisine is interesting as per the quality of its products than its originality with a very nice wine card list. The breakfast is very good. We definitely recommend this hotel.” Tripadvisor.com clients<br /> <br /> Ombremont - Le Bâteau Ivre<br /> p 49<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - The perfect location, right in the heart of a historical town. Close to pedestrian zones and tourist attractions - The beautiful and typical town of Colmar in Alsace with its “petite venise” - A magnificient middle-class residence dating back to 1609, classed as an historical monument - Gastronomic restaurant, spacious rooms, personalised service, absolute tranquility, cosy and warm - Christmas markets. Legends, “bredeles”, mulled wine and decorations - The natural and cultural heritage of Alsace (museums, castles, churches, temple, monasteries, places…) - The various activities that the Vosges range has offer: hinking, mountain, biking, horse-riding… - Lakes and ski resorts offer a different selection of leisure activities such as sailing and winter sports - The wine along the “Route des vins” (Riesling, Gewurztraminer, Sylvaner…) and the innumerable “winstubes” - Alsatian food: cereals, hops, tobacco, fruit, dairy, meat, vegetables, horticulture, farm produce like hops, cabbage for making the famous “choucroute”, tobacco and quetsches<br /> <br /> L a M a i s o n d e s Tê t e s<br /> p 40<br /> <br /> </div> <div>La Mare aux Oiseaux p 20<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> “Charming points to this hotel : very strong curb appeal (beautiful landscaping, trees, flowers and detailing), great pool and outdoor bar area, lovely exterior open dining patio, nice private balcony and table/chairs to each room, friendly staff and central city location for access. We ate by candle light and were treated to a giant fireworks festival in the sky and we could see it great from our room. We got lucky and were in town during a French festival. Very neat!” Tripadvisor.com client<br /> <br /> “We found the hotel to be very relaxing and peaceful. The staff was helpful and the food very good.” “Staff was very kind. Make you feel the most important guest in the hotel. The room was clean and nice, exactly as I expected.” Booking.com clients<br /> <br /> Les Agassins<br /> p 75<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Burgundy<br /> p 22<br /> <br /> </div> <div>L’ Estelle en Camargue ****<br /> SAINTES-MARIES-DE-LA-MER - PROVENCE<br /> <br /> Name of the owners<br /> Philipp Genner Sven Fuhrmann<br /> <br /> Sven Fuhrmann The ongoing passion for this unique spot has enabled Philipp Genner to create a true Jewel in 15 years of commitment with his Chef Partner Sven Fuhrmann.<br /> <br /> Chef<br /> <br /> “Hidden between beaches of sand and camarguais swamps, it is a haven of peace during low-season and an outstanding site for summer holidays by the sea…”<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> L’ Estelle en Camargue Route du Petit-Rhône D38 13460 Les Stes-Maries-de-la-Mer Tél.+33 (0)4 90 97 89 01 Fax. +33 (0)4 90 97 80 36 www.hotelestelle.com<br /> <br /> p 66<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> 10 rooms all decorated with a different style, named by bird name species. 5 new suites A gastronomic restaurant, 1 Michelin star 2 ‘restaurant’ verandas : a total of 60 seats (25 on the new terrace during summer) Magnificent garden The ‘kitchen garden’ for the aperitif The ‘table under the tree’ to relax Relaxing area, 100 meters from the restaurant Meeting room (up to 25 people) Private car park<br /> <br /> In the North of the Loire estuary, this triangle of swamps, which stretches almost to the salty marshes of the Guérande peninsula on the West, shelters a fauna, a flora and houses protected from the industry’s and time’s assaults. Set on an archipelago of islands streaked with canals, villages distinguish themselves by the predominance of thatched roofs (the strongest concentration of thatched cottages in France). On the island of Fedrun, in the village of Saint-Joachim, Eric Guérin created a hotel-restaurant, La Mare aux Oiseaux, with a thatched roof also covered with water reed, in perfect harmony with his environment.<br /> <br /> Location and access<br /> By plane: Nantes-Atlantique: 66 km Rennes: 100 km International airports By train: Saint-Nazaire: 11 km Nantes: 62 km Rennes: 130 km By car: From Nantes: N137 - A844 exit 36 - N165 - N171 - exit D50 From Rennes: N137 - N171 exit D50 From Paris: A6A - A6B - exit E50 A10 - A11 - A844 - exit 36 N165 - N171 - exit D50<br /> <br /> La Mare aux Oiseaux<br /> p 17<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Georges Blanc Parc & Spa *****<br /> VONNAS - BURGUNDY<br /> <br /> Name of the owner & Chef<br /> Georges Blanc Georges Blanc belongs to the fourth generation of Blanc family members who have been innkeepers in Vonnas since 1872. Georges Blanc’s 3 Michelin star cuisine since 1981, marries tradition revisited with reasoned creativity based on high-quality seasonal produce.<br /> <br /> “Magical surroundings and exquisite cuisine, luxury in a natural setting – all perfectlyGeorges Blanc belongs to the fourth generation of Blanc affordable”<br /> <br /> family members who have been innkeepers in Vonnas since 1872. He joined the family run business in 1965 after coming first in his year at the Hotel and Management School of Thonon-les-Bains. Georges Blanc’s 3 Michelin star cuisine since 1981, marries tradition revisited with reasoned creativity based on high-quality seasonal produce.<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> Georges Blanc Parc & Spa ***** Place du marché 01540 Vonnas Tel +33 (0)4 74 50 90 90 Fax +33 (0)4 74 50 08 80 www.georgesblanc.com<br /> <br /> p 24<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Southwest<br /> p 78<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> 29 rooms Gastronomic restaurant “Ferme de Beauté” health spa (body sculpting massages using brushes and pebbles, power-jet showers, hydrotherapy showers, massages…) Beautiful garden A wide array of cultural and sightseeing activities, mountain biking, plane excursions Meeting room (up to 80 people) Private car park<br /> <br /> In this completely renovated family house, you will experience the charms of a romantic setting and you will taste the delights of Norman cuisine. The warm welcome and attentive service of the entire Ferme Saint Siméon team will facilitate your stay so that you have a truly pleasant and relaxing break. Come and try out the Menu Découverte in the charming Hôtel d’Honfleur; or relieve yourself of the stress of everyday life with the help of “la Ferme de Beauté”; the health spa offering massages using brushes as well as body sculpting massages using pebbles.<br /> <br /> Location and access<br /> By plane: Deauville-Saint-Gatien: 10 km Le Havre-Octeville: 16 km Paris-CDG: 190 km International aiports By train: Deauville: 15 km Le Havre: 12 km By car: From Paris: A14 - A13 - A29 exit 3 From Rennes: A84 - N814 - A13 exit 3<br /> <br /> Ferme Saint Siméon<br /> p9<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Les Agassins p 77<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - Ideal location to discover the beauty of the sites to less than an hour from the hotel (Provence, Alpilles, Lubéron, Camargue…) - The swimming pool suspended between sky and garrigue - The Michelin star restaurant - The Pont du Gard and the vallée du Gardon, Uzès, and the typical Saturday market - Nîmes la Romaine, famous for its Bull ferias - Avignon (the Brigde and the Popes’ Palace), the festival (July-August) - Arles, and its ferias, Saint-Rémy-de-Provence and Les Baux-de-Provence - La Camargue (Les Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, Aigues Mortes…) - The medieval village of Castillon du Gard - Orange and the chorégies (famous international lyrical festival in the antic theatre in July) - Monthly classical musical evenings - Numerous sporting activities less than 1 hour from the hotel (free tennis court in the village, golf, hiking, 4x4 in the garrigues, horse riding, mountain biking, karting, canoé-kayak…) - The vineyards of Costières de Nîmes, Tavel, Lirac and Châteauneuf du Pape (wine cellar visits)<br /> <br /> Le Vieux Castillon<br /> p 62<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> 24 rooms and 6 apartments Michelin star restaurant Chef: Philippe Combet Cellars of wine making Subterranean wine storehouses of ageing Superb outside swimming pool Terraces and gardens Cooking lessons Visits and tastings Workshops of tastings in the heart of wine storehouses 2 outdoor tennis courts Paths of jogging 2 meeting rooms (up to 150 people) Private car park<br /> <br /> From the banks of the river Lot and the surrounding vineyards, we can make it out proudly perched on a rocky outcrop. Wine growers for 4 generations, Georges Vigouroux and his family have transformed the majestic Château de Mercuès into a temple of elegance, of the regional gastronomy - foie gras, truffles, saffron, Quercy lamb – and of Cahors wine. Ideally located ten kilometers from Cahors, you will discover beautiful landscapes of the Lot region, historic and artistic wealth; without forgetting the wine tasting and the visits of vineyards, cellars of wine making of renowned domains among which the Château de Haute-Serre and the Château de Mercuès.<br /> <br /> Location and access<br /> By plane: Toulouse-Blagnac International airport: 110 km By train: Montauban: 50 km Toulouse: 110 km By car: Limoges: A20 - exit 57 D820 - D911 Toulouse: A620 - exit 10 A20 - D820 - D920A<br /> <br /> Château de Mercuès<br /> p 81<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - The beautiful and ever-changing landscape of estuary, an horticultural heaven and an extraordinary number of parks and gardens - The Etretat’s Cliffs, The Honfleur harbour, Le Havre, Deauville, Trouville... - The Normandy landing beaches - The decoration of the hotel and the vivacious use of colour on cashmere and flower fabric illustrate the attention and care paid to minor detail - The stunning hotel garden (one of the many spacious places to relax in) - The health spa (massages using brushes as well as body sculpting massages using pebbles) - The gastronomic cuisine - The Normandy Bridge, the Mont Saint-Michel… - The abbeys and churches, church of Sainte-Catherine, the cathedral of Bayeux… - In the footsteps of William the Conqueror - The Normandy of the impressionists (Monet, Shuffenecker, Sisley, Morisot, Turner…), Boudin Museum, Malraux Museum - The battle of Normandy historical area - Normandy is land rich in castles and manor houses - Golf, horse-riding, fishing, hiking, watersports - The Norman countryside: orchards, half-timbered farmhouses, breeding farms, cider road, pommeau and calvados, winery tours<br /> <br /> Ferme Saint Siméon<br /> p 10<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> Luxury 5 stars hotel with 41 rooms & 5 suites and 3 stars hotel with 10 rooms and suites 2 restaurants: Ancienne Auberge Conservatory Restaurant Georges Blanc 3 Michelin stars Cooking lessons Spa MOSAÏC by Decléor & Carita (indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, hammam, relaxation spa and gym, boutique) 3 swimming pools and themed spacious parks (orchard, vegetable garden, vineyard and pigeonnier) Home decor and culinary arts boutique Gourmet and wine boutique Bars and lounges A superb wine cellar, amongst the top five best wine cellars in the world Lots of activities at the hotel: golf, tennis, bike riding, hiking, horse riding Helicopter Pad Meeting rooms (up to 400 people) Private car park<br /> <br /> Starting with the family Inn created in 1872, Georges Blanc, renowned chef and visionary businessman, has built a realm of sensual pleasures with its accommodation, its luxury spa, its shops dedicated to tableware, gourmet products and a magnificent cellar (one of the world’s most impressive with over 130,000 bottles from 3,000 vineyards). The cuisine is, of course, at the heart of this village dedicated to a friendly welcome. Georges Blanc, surrounded by his family, continuously gives a fresh take on local cuisine through creations such as the Crêpes Vonnassiennes, the Chartreuse Asparagus with Crab and Caviar or the famous Bresse Chicken.<br /> <br /> Location and Acess<br /> By plane: Lyon-Saint-Exupéry: 75 km Geneva-Cointrin: 150 km International airports By train: Macôn-Loché: 24 km Bourg-en-Bresse: 26 km By car : From the north: A40 - exit 3 From the south: A6 - exit 31.2<br /> <br /> Georges Blanc Parc & Spa<br /> p 25<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - A fantastic location, right in the heart of Provence - Alpilles and Luberon (Gordes, Roussillon, Lourmarin, Bonnieux) - The charm and comfort of a Provencal house located in a spacious and wooded tree park - The gastronomic and local cuisine of Chef Jean-Rémi Joly - Avignon, and its very renowned bridge and Popes’ Palace - Pittoresque villages of the “Monts de Vaucluse”, (Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Les Baux-de-Provence) - Cultural heritage: religious visits (Abbaye de Sénanque), art (brocante: Isle sur la Sorgue...) - “Roman” tours: Vaison-la-Romaine, Nîmes and its ferias, Arles, Orange and The Chorégies (famous international lyrical festival in the Antic Theatre) - Numerous art festivals, the most famous being the “Festival d’Avignon” in July - Natural regional parc of Camargue - Sporting activities (golf, biking, rafting, karting...) - Lavenders fields (“Pays de Sault”), olive trees, provencal market - Chateauneuf-du-Pape, Ventoux Valley and Luberon vineyards (wine cellar visits and wine tasting) (Vaqueyras, Gigondas, Beaume de Venise)<br /> <br /> Les Agassins<br /> p 74<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> Great stay in Castillon du Gard “Charming points to this hotel...very strong curb appeal (beautiful landscaping, trees, flowers and detailing), great pool and outdoor bar area, lovely exterior open dining patio, nice private balcony and table/chairs to each room, friendly staff and central city location for access. We also got lucky as one night after running around all day we ate by candle light and were treated to a giant fireworks festival in the sky and we could see it great from our room. We got lucky and were in town during a French festival. Very neat!” “We chose to stay here for one night en route from Avignon to our holiday destination. The village of Castillon is lovely, and the hotel is at the heart of the village, accessed up a cobbled street and down a side alley. It’s all really charming. The real treat is the small enclosed garden space, and the restaurant and pool area, with views over the countryside. The hotel restaurant setting is lovely, and we had a lovely time on our first night away, eating and drinking and chatting in the open air” Tripadvisor.com clients<br /> <br /> Le Vieux Castillon<br /> p 63<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - The discovery of Saint-Joachim’s village, the biggest concentration of thatched cottages - The island of Fedrun (chaland boat rides, the House of the Bride, the Thatched cottage Briéronne) - The magnificent natural environment of the Parc de Brière and its wild countryside - Le Croisic (for a beautiful tour, visit the port and the Océarium) - La Baule (the sea and the beach) - The friendly atmosphere of the place - The magnificent crowned cranes - The decoration, the mixture of contemporary furniture and antiques - Eric Guérin’s surprising and creative cooking - Saint-Nazaire (the city offers you 4 spectacular visits: Escal’ Atlantique, the submarine Espadon, the Airbus site and the Atlantic Ocean site) - A boat trip in the marshes - The two glass cubes made of plants which come out of the thatched cottage<br /> <br /> La Mare aux Oiseaux<br /> p 18<br /> <br /> </div> <div>ILTM 2010<br /> <br /> REPRESENTATIVE OF VERY BEAUTIFUL FRENCH HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS<br /> <br /> </div> <div> </div> <div>“ Like<br /> <br /> yourselves, we have a passion for our clients ”<br /> <br /> ILTM 2010<br /> <br /> Hotels restaurants global experts 3 rue Rigoberta Menchu - 84000 Avignon - FRANCE Tel +33 (0)4 90 89 67 00 - Fax +33(0)4 88 56 52 25 www.macarons.eu - comcom@macarons.eu<br /> <br /> Macarons<br /> <br /> www.macarons.eu/fr/iltm.php<br /> <br /> </div> <div>French Alps<br /> p 44<br /> <br /> </div> <div>FERME ST SIMéON HONFLEUR DEAUVILLE OMAHA BEACH BAYEUX CAEN LISIEUX TROUVILLE<br /> <br /> P7<br /> <br /> </div> <div>REPRESENTATIVE OF VERY BEAUTIFUL FRENCH HOTELS AND RESTAURANTS<br /> <br /> Macarons guarantees your clients a unique selection and combination of very beautiful hotels in outstanding surroundings reflecting France’s regions and “haute cuisine” hosted by passionate owners.<br /> <br /> w w w. m a c a r o n s . e u<br /> p3<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> Delightful hotel with superb restaurant “A lovely oasis on the outskirts of the historical town of Vezelay. Luxurious without pretentiousness; the rooms are charming and quiet, the staff was friendly and accommodating, and the restaurant, is a gourmand’s dream. Memorable and highly recommended.” Tripadvisor.com client “Beautiful garden, beautiful social area and very good breakfast.” Booking.com client The Meneau nouveau has arrived “It had almost slipped our minds. The great Marc is back again, on top form […] His cuisine; poetic, baroque, of the upper bourgeoisie, yet light and minimalist, has never been so good, so full of life. This quasi self-made man, trained by André Guillot, the master at the Vieux Marly, collector of arcane recipes, devotee of Edouard Nigon, continues to reinvent the flavour of his times…” Le Point (French Press)<br /> <br /> L’ E s p é r a n c e - M a r c M e n e a u<br /> p 33<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Normandy<br /> p6<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> 21 rooms and 4 apartments Gastronomic restaurant Bar, boutique Outdoor swimming pool, tennis table, petanque, wanderings on site Cooking lessons Helicopter pad Meeting rooms (up to 135 people) Private car park<br /> <br /> In the heart of Provence, nestled in a twenty-hectare estate of pinewoods and ‘garrigues’, this former Romanesque abbey of the 15th Century offers a divine view of the region’s plains from the Camargue to Sainte Victoire Mountain. Nothing here is reminiscent of a hotel. The welcome and personalised service is of the best quality and your stay is in part tailor-made. In addition to the warm and cosy atmosphere, you are sure to encounter a sense of escapism here. This is an exceptional setting, rich in history. Abbaye de Sainte Croix offers absolute comfort in a sophisticated location for an extraordinary break away. In the kitchen, there is an outstanding gourmet cooking tradition combining inventiveness and fresh produce, characterising the new generation.<br /> <br /> Location and access<br /> By plane: Marseille-Provence: 30 km Avignon-Caumont: 45 km Nîmes-Arles-Camargue: 60 km International airports By train: Salon-de-Provence: 5 km Aix-en-Provence: 30 km Avignon: 55 km By car: From Lyon: A7 - exit 27 - D538 N572 From Marseille: A7 - A54 - exit 14 D113 - N752<br /> <br /> L ’A b b a y e d e S a i n t e C r o i x<br /> p 55<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - Excellent break between North, Paris, towards the French Riviera or Italy - The perfect location to discover Annecy (40 km) - Chambéry (10 km) - Aix-les-Bains (5 km) and Genève (80 km) - Exceptional location and view of the Lac du Bourget, France’s largest natural lake - Quiet and relaxing place - Beautiful covered air-conditioned and heated terrace with a panoramic view. Service on the terrace all year round - Park and swimming pool, beautiful and personalised rooms - The cuisine of Jean-Pierre Jacob, 2 Michelin star restaurant - A region very rich in culture with many different landscapes: lakes, valleys, vineyards, mountains. Abbaye de Haute Combe - In summer: aqua sports on the lake, hiking, bike riding, wandering, golf in Aix-les-Bains - In winter: 1h30 drive from many different ski slopes - Large winter sport centres like Courchevel, Méribel, Val d’Isère, Megève must not be missed<br /> <br /> Ombremont - Le Bâteau Ivre<br /> p 48<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Provence<br /> p 52<br /> <br /> </div> <div>La Maison des Tetes ****<br /> COLMAR - ALSACE<br /> <br /> Name of the owners<br /> Carmen & Marc Rohfritsch<br /> <br /> Chef<br /> Marc Rohfritsch Carmen and Marc Rohfritsch run this lovely house in a simple and friendly way. They have admirably restored the old buildings of the 17th century and turned it into a unique place to discover the real Alsace region.<br /> <br /> “An ideal place to stop and enjoy excellent cuisine and a charming stay, surrounded by the local atmosphere. La Maison des Têtes welcomes you...”<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> La Maison des Têtes 19 Rue des Têtes 68000 Colmar Tel + 33 (0)3 89 24 43 43 Fax + 33 (0)3 89 24 58 34 www.maisondestetes.com<br /> <br /> p 38<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Georges Blanc Parc & Spa p 28<br /> <br /> </div> <div>GENèVE<br /> <br /> LYON LAC DU BOURGET<br /> <br /> ANNECY<br /> <br /> OMBREMONT - LE BATEAU IVRE LE BOURGET-DU-LAC CHAMBERY<br /> <br /> p 45<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Chateau de Mercues ****<br /> C A H O R S - S o u th - west<br /> <br /> Name of the owner<br /> Bertrand-Gabriel Vigouroux Philippe Combet Georges Vigouroux has been for more than 30 years one of the pioneers of the Malbec and the new generation of the naming Cahors. He purchased the Castle of Mercuès in 1983. Today Bertrand-Gabriel Vigouroux, wine grower and oenologist and often quoted among the French reference wine growers, pursues the work of his father.<br /> <br /> “A historic site of the XIIIth Century, an exceptional vineyard-hotel.”<br /> <br /> Chef<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> Château de Mercuès 46090 Mercuès Tel: +33 (0) 5 65 20 00 01 Fax: +33 (0) 5 65 20 05 72 www.chateaudemercues.com<br /> <br /> p 80<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Georges Blanc Parc & Spa p 29<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Abbaye de Sainte Croix p 59<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> 17 rooms and 3 suites 2 restaurants open every day over the season The bistrot-bar open on the terrace swimming-pool Lunches served on terrasse and around the swimming pool Heated swimming pool (26°) from mid March till end of November Panoramic Jacuzzi (32°) over the pond Parks and gardens, terrace Massages Tennis court, table tennis, games Fishing, hiking, bike riding (bike renting), horse riding Private car park<br /> <br /> L’Estelle is located 2 km from the beaches of Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, in the heart of a three hectare estate set in the wild Camargue countryside. It is enhanced by its lake overlooking a superb swimming pool and a comfortable terrace where light meals are served at lunchtime. The enjoyment afforded by the gastronomic dinner, that pays tribute to the south, is enhanced by the setting with light shimmering in the glistening water. Smart rooms with Provencal colours, suites with views of the garden or private terrace.<br /> <br /> Location and access<br /> By plane: Nîmes-Arles-Camargue: 35 km Montpellier-Méditerranée: 40 km Marseille-Provence: 110 km International airports By train: Aigues Mortes: 23 km Arles: 30 km Nîmes: 70 km Montpellier: 60 km Marseille: 120 km By car: From Nîmes: A54 - exit 4 From Montpellier: D66 exit «La-Grande-Motte» - D62 From Marseille: A7 - A54 - exit 4<br /> <br /> L’ E s t e l l e e n C a m a r g u e<br /> p 67<br /> <br /> </div> <div>La Maison des Têtes p 42<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Ferme Saint Siméon p 13<br /> <br /> </div> <div>CHÂTEAUBRIANT LA MARE AUX OISEAUX SAINT-JOACHIM NANTES ST NAZAIRE<br /> <br /> p 15<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Le Vieux Castillon ****<br /> CASTILLON-DU-GARD - PROVENCE<br /> <br /> Name of the owner<br /> Patrick Walser While travelling in the South, the Walser Family discovered the medieval village of Castillon du Gard and decided to buy some houses which were left abandoned. They bought them to create an outstanding hotel. In 1975, after 5 years of work led by the Architect Claude Renac, le Vieux Castillon opened. Patrick Walser is today the General Manager.<br /> <br /> “Close to the Pont du Gard, in the land of the Garrigues, the cypress and Olive trees, an absolute must for the classic of regional gastronomy…”<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> Le Vieux Castillon 10, rue Turion-Sabatier 30210 Castillon-du-Gard Tél. : + 33 (0)4 66 37 61 61 Fax : + 33 (0)4 66 37 28 17 www.vieuxcastillon.com<br /> <br /> p 60<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Normandy Loire Valley Burgundy<br /> <br /> Owner: Jean Marie Boelen, Chef: Erwan Louaizil<br /> <br /> Ferme Saint Simeon ****<br /> <br /> Honfleur<br /> <br /> p 8 - 13<br /> <br /> La Mare aux Oiseaux ***<br /> <br /> Owner & Chef: Eric Guerin, 1 Michelin star<br /> <br /> Saint-Joachim<br /> <br /> p 16 - 21<br /> <br /> Georges Blanc Parc & Spa *****<br /> <br /> Vonnas Véze l ay<br /> <br /> p 24 - 29 p 30 - 35<br /> <br /> Owner & Chef: Georges Blanc, 3 Michelin stars<br /> <br /> Marc Meneau - L’ Esperance ****<br /> <br /> Owner & Chef: Marc Meneau, 2 Michelin stars<br /> <br /> Alsace French Alps Provence<br /> <br /> La Maison des Tetes ****<br /> <br /> Colmar<br /> <br /> p 38 - 43<br /> <br /> Owners: Carmen & Marc Rohfritsch, Chef: Marc Rohfritsch<br /> <br /> Ombremont - Le Bateau Ivre ***<br /> <br /> Le Bourget-du-Lac<br /> <br /> p 46 - 51<br /> <br /> Owners: Josie & Jean Pierre Jacob, Chef: Jean Pierre Jacob, 2 Michelin stars<br /> <br /> Abbaye de Sainte Croix ****<br /> Owner: Catherine Bossard, Chef: Jeremy Picanol<br /> <br /> Salon-de-Provence Castillon-du-Gard Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer Avignon<br /> <br /> p 54 - 59 p 60 - 65 p 66 - 71 p 72 - 77<br /> <br /> Le Vieux Castillon ****<br /> Owner: Patrick Walser<br /> <br /> L’ Estelle en Camargue **** Les Agassins ****<br /> <br /> Owners: Philipp Genner & Sven Fuhrmann Owner: Jean Francois Mariani, Chef: Jean-Remi Joly<br /> <br /> Southwest<br /> <br /> Chateau de Mercues****<br /> <br /> Owner: Bertrand-Gabriel Vigouroux, Chef: Philippe Combet, 1 Michelin star<br /> <br /> Cahors<br /> <br /> p 80 - 85 p5<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Le Vieux Cast illon p 65<br /> <br /> </div> <div>L’Estelle en Camargue p 71<br /> <br /> </div> <div>p 86<br /> <br /> </div> <div>CHâteau de mercuès cahors<br /> <br /> RODEZ<br /> <br /> ALBI<br /> <br /> TOULOUSE TARBES<br /> <br /> FOIX<br /> <br /> p 79<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Ombremont - Le Bâteau Ivre p 51<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> History, Charm, and Comfort! “This hotel has something for everyone. The location is beyond perfect. It is in the heart of Colmar which is, for this seasoned traveler of France, my favorite city of all. The Alsace is unique in so many ways...culture, cuisine, cleanliness, and protectors of the lovely storks. Colmar is the very heart of the Alsace. We stayed a week and took small trips around the region. This hotel was our home-base. It is the most photographed site in Colmar as it is on the “Street of Heads” (named for the hotel) which has gorgeous carvings of heads all over the front of the building. Our room was well appointed with all the amenities of a fine hotel and restaurant/chef renown throughout the area. The staff was wonderful and truly bent over backwards to make things easy and comfortable for their guests. If you go to France, Colmar is a must...if you go to Colmar, Hotel La Maison des Têtes is a wonderful choice. You will not be sorry.” Tripadvisor.com client “Excellent staff, great rooms. Fascinating old building. Delicious food.” Booking.com client<br /> <br /> L a M a i s o n d e s Tê t e s<br /> p 41<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Loire Valley<br /> p 14<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> 26 rooms Gourmet restaurant ‘La Table des Agasses’ Beautiful cellar with best vintage wines of the valley of the Rhône 1 acre shaded park Terrace, flowery garden Heated outdoor swimming pool Bar Reading room Pétanque (Provence local game) Meeting room (up to 80 people) Private car park<br /> <br /> A few steps from Avignon, in the heart of a hundred-year-old plane trees park, the hotel Les Agassins welcomes you in Provence and offers a warm and discreet atmosphere. You will enjoy lovely breakfasts on the flowery balconies, the lounges decorated with masterpieces and rare objects around the fireplace. The hotel offers a very high level service, spacious rooms, a fantastic outdoor swimming pool and Mediterranean cuisine with Jean-Rémi Joly who has been the Chef for more than 10 years. Wine passionates will appreciate the superb and rich cellar which contains the most vintage of the valley of the Rhône wine and in particular a selection of “Biodynamie” wine.<br /> <br /> Location and access<br /> By plane: Avignon-Caumont: 8 km Nîmes-Arles-Camargue: 56 km Marseille-Provence: 80 km International airports By train: Avignon 7 km By car: From Nîmes: A9 - exit 23 - N100 D225 From Lyon: A7 - exit 23 - D942 N107 From Marseille: A7 - exit 23 D942 - N107<br /> <br /> Les Agassins<br /> p 73<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Ferme Saint Siméon p 12<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Château de Mercuès p 84<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Ombremont - Le Bateau<br /> L E - B O U R G E T- D U - L A C - S AV O I E<br /> <br /> Ivre ***<br /> <br /> Name of the owners<br /> Josie & Jean Pierre Jacob<br /> <br /> “A gastronomically delightful and relaxing break, truly not to be missed.”<br /> <br /> Chef<br /> Jean Pierre Jacob Jean-Pierre Jacob became a passionate cook thanks to his father. He loves simple and authentic cuisine and runs the hotel and the 2 Michelin star restaurant with his wife, Josie.<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> Ombremont - Le Bateau Ivre RD 1504 73370 Le Bourget-du-Lac Tel +33 (0)4 79 25 00 23 Fax +33 (0)4 79 25 25 77 www.hotel-ombremont.com<br /> <br /> p 46<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - Between the Durance in the north, the Etoile range and the Olympe and Aurelien mountains in the south - The discovery of the Provence region: the Camargue, Baux de Provence, the Luberon, Cassis and many other legendary destinations - The medieval fortress of Salon de Provence rebuilt in the 13th Century, one of the oldest villages in Provence and it was the village of the famous clairvoyant scholar Nostradamus - The leafy plane trees and picturesque streets in the village centre... - The 15th Century romanesque abbey: the Roman chapel, a place rich in history with spectacular view - The warm, friendly and calm atmosphere - The excellent cuisine - The Mont Sainte-Victoire, favorite motif of Cézanne - The irresistible charm of the ‘sentinels of time’ villages: Bonnieux, Ménerbes, Oppède-le-Vieux and Lacoste where the walls of the Marquis de Sade’s castle stand out against the sky - The Cistercian abbey of Silvacane, the Abbey of Sénanque and Fontaine de Vaucluse - In the steps of Paul Cézanne, Van Gogh, Picasso, Nicolas de Staël… - The lavender in flower along the roads of Luberon as well as the villages of Lourmarin, Saignon or Roussillon - The manufacture of olive oil and soap - The vineyards of Provence<br /> <br /> L ’A b b a y e d e S a i n t e C r o i x<br /> p 56<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Alsace<br /> p 36<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Les Agassins ****<br /> AVIGNON - PROVENCE<br /> <br /> Name of the owner<br /> Jean-François Mariani<br /> <br /> Chef<br /> Jean-Rémi Joly Jean Francois Mariani, the new General Manager of the Agassins pursues the work of his grandfather Ferdinand and his father François who built this hotel 30 years ago. “Thirty years, it is time to think to the future!“ says Jean-François Mariani.<br /> <br /> “Know where to find happiness, a few meters from the ramparts of Avignon …”<br /> <br /> Contact details<br /> Les Agassins 52 av Charles de Gaulle 84130 Le Pontet Tel : +33(0) 4 90 32 42 91 Fax : +33(0) 4 90 32 08 29 www.agassins.com<br /> <br /> p 72<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> 34 luxury rooms and suites Marc Meneau’s gourmet restaurant 2 Michelin stars Bistrot « l’Entre-Vignes », cuisine basedon local products Exceptional wine cellar Cigar cellars – smoking room Marc Meneau’s wine and private vineyard Lounge and library Open-air heated pool in the summer 4 hectares of beautiful gardens and grounds Shaded terrace Cookery workshops with Marc Meneau A magnificent park stretching over 4 hectares where 2 rivers flow Private rooms for lunches, dinners, weddings 3 meeting rooms (up to 100 people) Private car park<br /> <br /> The Maison de L’Espérance is a haven of peace and quiet where you can recharge your batteries in the country and forget about your worries. You will rediscover tranquillity and a gentle pace of life in an area nestling between Yonne, Burgundy and Morvan... The Moulin at L’Espérance is superb in winter. It is a place where you can dine in a room beside an open fire... And enjoy the cuisine of Marc Meneau, 2 Michelin star - a blend of creativity and tradition. You can enjoy this excellent cuisine either during an evening spent in the country house, or alternatively in the rooms in the villas, tucked away in lush green nature...<br /> <br /> Location and access<br /> By plane: Paris-Orly International airport: 180 km By train: Avallon: 13 km Montbard: 50 km Dijon: 120 km By car: From Paris: A6 - exit 19 N6 - D951 From Lyon: A6 - exit 22 - D957<br /> <br /> L’ E s p é r a n c e - M a r c M e n e a u<br /> p 31<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Amenities and services<br /> 17 personalised rooms and suites located in a beautiful park overlooking a terrific view of the Lac du Bourget Gastronomic restaurant « Le Bateau Ivre », 2 Michelin stars Bar Garden, swimming pool Cooking lessons Meeting room (up to 100 people) Private car park<br /> <br /> In the Savoie, overlooking the “Lac du Bourget”, France’s largest natural lake, an exceptional location is found. Josie and Jean-Pierre Jacob welcome you. Jean-Pierre Jacob loves poetry and has named his restaurant after Rimbaud’s most famous poem: Le Bâteau Ivre (“The Drunken Boat”). Like the foresighted poet himself, this Chef plays around with colours and images with audacity, turning each dish into a sensational experience. The splendid view of “Lac du Bourget” could even awaken the poet in you…<br /> <br /> Location and access<br /> By plane: Chambéry: 4 km Genève-Cointrin: 85 km Lyon-Saint-Exupéry: 88 km International airports By train: Chambéry: 9 km Lyon: 90 km By car: From Lyon: A43 - N201 - D1504 From Grenoble: A41 - N201 D1504 From Annecy: A41 - exit 14 D911- D1201 - D1504<br /> <br /> Ombremont - Le Bâteau Ivre<br /> p 47<br /> <br /> </div> <div>L’Estelle en Camargue p 70<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Reasons to go<br /> - Historic Castle of the XIIIth century - In the heart of the South West of France, the Lot exerts a powerful charm through the beauty of its scenery, the elegance of its architectural heritage and the simplicity of its lifestyle - The Lot’s heritage: unspoiled and distinctive landscapes: Causses (limestone plateaux) and cool, green valleys outlined by impressive cliffs (Dordogne valleys) - Cultural tourism: the Lot and its remarkable and renowned heritage - The Dordogne region - The villages listed amongst the most beautiful in France: (Saint Cirq Lapopie, Rocamadour…) - Famous painted caves of Pech Merle or Cougnac - History also inhabits farming, wine-growing and stock-raising traditions, in the lovely local houses which give a strong identity and individuality to all the different areas of the Lot - Cahors wine and the vineyards ranked amongst the best in France - Delicious food: black truffles and precious saffron, the little Rocamadour AOC goat’s cheese, Quercy Farm Lamb, Quercy melons and foie gras - The local sense of hospitality and art of living<br /> <br /> Château de Mercuès<br /> p 82<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Ombremont - Le Bâteau Ivre p 50<br /> <br /> </div> <div>LE VIEUX CASTILLON CASTILLON-DU-GARD LES AGASSINS AVIGNON<br /> <br /> AVIGNON<br /> <br /> NICE<br /> <br /> ABBAYE DE SAINTE CROIX SALON-DE-PROVENCE AIX-EN-PROVENCE L’ESTELLE EN CAMARGUE SAINTES-MARIES-DE-LA-MER<br /> <br /> MARSEILLE CASSIS<br /> <br /> p 53<br /> <br /> </div> <div>Travelers review<br /> Our best ever meal in France “We stayed two nights at Georges Blanc and the hotel and its facilities were excellent. The village is dominated by the hotel, its separate auberge and its shop. Reception was efficient and friendly. An impressive feature is the endless stream of photos of all the well known people who have stayed there - politicians, film stars, sportsmen - which line the public areas. The room was comfortable and well presented. A complimentary bottle of Georges Blanc champagne arrived at the room shortly after we did. The main restaurant was busy but the service was faultless and so was the food. If ever we can manage to be in that area of France again we will return to this hotel.” Vonnas resort “Georges Blanc and his hotel and the surrounding properties are Vonnas. This village is lucky to have a most superb hotel with a spa and superb restaurant, indoor and outdoor pools for guests. A most delightful restaurant, it is possible to peek into the kitchen on the way to the bar and restaurant. Our room was lovely with a small balcony overlooking the river which runs through the village. The village has an auberge and a boulangerie and gift shop too, also a general provisions store selling gourmet foods to take home. All in all a great experience. Friendly staff and the great man himself, George Blanc signed us a souvenir menu. Well worth a visit.” Tripadvisor.com clients<br /> <br /> Georges Blanc Parc & Spa<br /> p 27<br /> <br /> </div>