Discover the surroundings

Around Sens in Burgundy, there are several interesting activities to discover. Sens is a charming historic city located in the Yonne department, about 1h30 drive southeast of Paris. Here are some suggestions for activities to do in the region:
Visit Saint-Étienne Cathedral: Sens Cathedral is one of the oldest Gothic cathedrals in France. Its architecture is impressive, and the interior houses magnificent stained glass windows and sculptures.
Explore the Museum of Sens: This museum is located in the former archepiscopal palace. It houses collections of works of art, archaeology, local history and objects related to the religious history of the region.
Stroll through the historic city center: Stroll through the picturesque streets of Sens, admire the half-timbered houses and soak up the medieval atmosphere of the city.
Discover the vineyards of Chablis: About 40 minutes by car from Sens, you can visit the famous vineyard of Chablis and taste the renowned white wines of the region.
Take a cruise on the Yonne: Enjoy a boat trip on the Yonne River to admire the picturesque landscapes and discover the region from another angle.
Hiking in the Othe Forest: East of Sens, the Othe Forest offers beautiful opportunities for hiking and walks in the middle of nature.
Discover castles and abbeys: Around Sens, you will find several castles and abbeys to visit, such as the castle of Pont-sur-Yonne or the abbey of Pontigny, the largest Cistercian abbey in the world.
Taste Burgundian gastronomy: Enjoy the culinary delights of Burgundy, with its world-renowned cheeses, snails, coq-au-vin, gougères and wines.
Attend local events: Learn about cultural and festive events that could take place during your stay, such as markets, festivals or shows.
Do not hesitate to inquire at the Sens tourist office to obtain additional information and personalized recommendations according to your specific interests. Make the most of your stay in Burgundy!

We are located in Sens in the Yonne at the gates of Burgundy. Many couples make the choice to get married in our beautiful region. Also, many guests choose to book our apartments to be able to stay as close as possible to the cathedral.
We make the apartments available from 4 p.m. on Saturday to allow you to refresh yourself before the ceremony. It is also possible to rent the apartments from Friday for more serenity. Our concierge will be delighted to welcome you.
Here is the list of reception places nearby:
The Vauluisant domain
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The Carré de Lailly
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The Castle of Vallery
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Visit Sens and its surroundings:
As Le Laurencin is located in the heart of the city, you can make all your trips on foot. Sens is a pretty provincial town at the gates of Burgundy. Perfectly served by train, we reach Paris in an hour. There are also several highways that make it a great stop if you travel. The city center in full renovation has several centers of interest such as the banks of the Yonne, the covered market or the cathedral and its magnificent stained glass windows.
Several restaurants are also really worth a visit. Below is a (non-exhaustive) list of our nuggets:
– L'Ambiance des Halles, fish shop-restaurant
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– La Madeleine at the tip of the island, Michelin-starred restaurant
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– The wine crier
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– The Clos of the Jacobins
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- The 25th
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