“Histoires & p’tits canons”, a concept to experience timeless evenings only once a year. In exceptional places, unknown to ordinary visitors, relive another era, between historical anecdotes and gourmet meals.
"Stories & Little Guns" is a original concept – in addition to a funny name. Imagine. Of the evenings exceptional, only once a year, in a unique and unusual place. With the highlight: the tasting an appetizer*, inspired by the flavors of a historical period.
For one evening, you become a privileged guest, traveler from another era, in a setting full of charm. A mansion in Pérouges, a private estate, a fairytale castle... Perouges Bugey Tourism makes your dreams come true. Exceptional places, gourmet moments, stories and great history come together for a evening out of time.
"Stories & little cannons" exceptional evenings from Pérouges to Bugey (Ain)
The motto of the “Stories & Little Cannons” evenings? Exception ! Exclusive location / one date per year / an original theme.
"Stories & little guns" at the Château de Chazey
Evening 19th century at the castle of Chazey-sur-Ain. This evening Mr. Marius Cote, owner is away on business. It is Mr. Joseph the butler who has the honor of welcoming you exclusively. On the menu of festivities: bites inspired by the cook of Napoleon III. Washed down with a popular drink in the 19th century, of course.
All to be enjoyed between the kitchen and guard room. Before the butler guides you through the castle tower. Each stop will be an opportunity to reveal the secrets of these walls, with a deliciously old-fashioned atmosphere.
"Stories & little guns" at the Château de Lagnieu
Festive evening at the Château de Montferrand in Lagnieu. The guests plunge back into theroyal wedding atmosphere of Charles the Bold and Margaret of York 15th century.
Guests are welcomed in the beautiful vaulted cellar of the castle by Claudine-Alix de Montferrand who tells them the story of her ancestors present at the wedding.
On the menu, bites inspired by wedding meal, reputed to be staggering (and more reasonable, don't worry)!
To add to the party, guests can try their hand at a 15th century dance, played at the wedding ball. All of these revelry depicted on the walls of the castle will then be revealed to the guests.
Ready to party in a musical and gourmet atmosphere like in the 15th century?
"Stories & little cannons" in Pérouges
Tonight you are the privileged guests of the historic village.
A golden opportunity to experience the “ Perouges secret "!
Imagine, we are at mid-20th century. In this post-war period, it is time to learn more about the restaurations of the village, around a light buffet.
You will be welcomed in a private mansion in the heart of the city. Then you will be taken to a wine cellar unknown to the general public, under the cobblestones of Pérouges.
Spend a head inside, become a local for a moment, a real Perugian or Perugian for an evening... Discover places from the city, unknown simple visitors.
“Histoires & p’tits canons”: mystery place…
In 2024, a new exceptional place will soon be revealed.
The team at the Pérouges-Bugey tourist office is preparing a new evening “Stories & little guns”.
More details soon.
*Warning: limited places for more conviviality in small groups!
* Alcohol abuse is dangerous for your health, consume in moderation.
