Make artisanal or gourmet Christmas gifts without mingling with the crowds of Lyon? The tourist office has the solution. Follow the guide between Pérouges and Bugey!
At theTourist Office, you know it well by now, we like good addresses. It is therefore with pleasure that we share with you our findings and our tips. This year again, Pérouges Bugey Tourisme has scrutinized and tested the new features for you. Artisans, producers or good ideas for outings, enough to advise you Christmas presents in the top. All to the east of Lyon (Ain) to avoid the crowds on big days.
The beautiful little addresses for Christmas gifts
Chocolates are always a pleasure (except the cherry ones) and scented candles smell good but... Are you ready to surprise your sister-in-law or cousin? This way our guide to good Christmas gift ideas ! Eco-responsible crafts and objects for a Christmas that gives pride of place to small businesses.
The clearing workshop : the book in all its states
Onlyki is art bookbinder, brand new arrival among the craftsmen of the medieval city. In her charming boutique*, she folds books and handmade papers to her artistic will. Notebooks, entirely handmade, bookmarks elegant, original photo frames... Hours of meticulous work and ancestral know-how to offer you superb gift items. Something to satisfy your loved ones with delicate tastes.
???? The little extra : initiation workshops to learn all about the secrets of bookbinding. (*former artisanal paper mill in Pérouges)
The Blyes Art Café, the pretty grocery store
Just one more tea Room, a charming concept. Julie-Anne invites you to discover her charming coffee-shop/grocery opposite the pretty priory of Blyes. The boutique corner offers organic infusions, ground coffee, chocolates, quality teas as well as wellness items and natural cosmetics. All in one mind environmentally friendly. The perfect Christmas gifts for more than reasonable prices (which does not spoil anything). The warm welcome as a bonus.
???? The little extra : eco-responsible creative workshops or well-being treatments (scalp massages, manicures, etc.). To do with friends, family or two.
Offer calm and voluptuousness
The year that ended was tough on many points. To end it well or approach the next one in good shape, why not treat yourself to a little sweetness? massages or moments of relaxation, the beautiful Experiences are always beautiful cchristmas gifts.
Am's massages
Already just the name soothes you: soul massages. Nice idea! Amandine offers a wide range of well-being massages and relaxing treatments. She takes you into a inner journey, in his office with relaxing vibrations and a peaceful atmosphere. The idea gift perfect for take care of yourself or your loved ones. And why not to offer to his other half? Whatever the formula, you will enter into a parenthesis of sweetness.
???? The little extra : Amandine advises you on naturopathy and reflexology. To go further in care.
Spa What Else Hotel
THEgift idea perfect for everyone! Who doesn't like to relax in a good jacuzzi ? The What Else Spa immerses you in an absolute relaxation space. The superb heated swimming pool, the Whirlpool and hammam are a true haven of calm. You can sip a little kir in the middle of the bubbles if you feel like it. The icing on the sauna? You can book places just for you ! For your group of friends, your mom/sister(s) or as a couple.
???? The little extra. To perfect this luxury of well-being, it is possible to enjoy à la carte massages and treatments.
Gluttony is a very beautiful gift
If one thing makes everyone agree question Christmas presents, it's good food! Among the many producers of good local products from Pérouges to Bugey, make way for two newcomers.
The leymentaise, the micro-brewery
Bastien and Cédric welcome you to their Leyment micro-brewery. Here the beer is made “ecologically”. Organic artisanal malt and French hops, donation of cereal residues to a farmer, consignment and reuse of bottles... Blonde, white and red, enough to put beautiful Christmas presents, local and respectful, at the foot of the tree.
???? The little extra. The box of 3 beers to offer or to treat yourself to for a moment that warms the heart.
Cellar of friends, provide a sensory experience
Sebastian offers oenological workshops for a user-friendly experience wine. He travels to your home, or your party venues, to share the pleasures and secrets of the vine. Playful, warm, the workshop takes you into a universe. In a group of friends or family, a gift to live all together.
The jar, point of sale producers
The youngest of producer shops de l'Ain, installed since June at the roundabout of St-Sorlin-en-Bugey and Lagnieu. Dozens of good local products between Perouges and Bugey. Cheeses, local charcuterie but also artisanal honeys or terrines and spreads of all kinds. The opportunity to create packed baskets to offer or to find something to fill your holiday tables.
???? The little extra. The tourist office is next to Le Bocal. Enough to feed your curiosity about the other good gourmet addresses from Pérouges to Bugey.
Bonus ideas: workshops and packed baskets, other Christmas gifts
The beautiful objects ofcrafts it's nice but learning to make them is even better. All our addresses for courses or initiation to crafts between Pérouges and Bugey. THE good idea that makes you happy and that won't end up on the shelf. Gift ideas for living a experience. To offer or offer yourself to know all the secrets of the trades of yesteryear.
Initiation workshops with creative craftsmen
A Pérouges, the artisans of the medieval city invite you to discover their know-how.
- Technical workshops stained glassAmong alexso
- Workshops serigraphy with theWell Inked workshop.
- Clearing Workshop, introduction to techniques of art binding
Beyond Perugia, the rest of the territory up to Bugey welcomes artisans and craftswomen talented.
- Original creations in leather goods on Dombes carp leather with Amarande .
- To learn how to bend wicker, Marlète guides you with her workshops “Basketry alive” .
everywhere with us, pottery can be experienced at all ages.
- Teratella : workshops and courses in pottery and turning.
- Pottery of Lhuis : courses and courses over the year, adults and children.
- Antonelli pottery: workshops for family, children or groups.
Gourmet gifts, charming gifts
As said above, good products make everyone agree. And small producers are not lacking in the territory of Pérouges Bugey Tourisme. To choose a gourmet gift, two ways to do it
Consult the list of our producers and winegrowers.
The baskets filled with 100% local products always look great under the tree.
There is no more left to'tourist Office what to wish you beautiful end of year celebrations. We hope that our findings local and artisanal will help you unearth treasures to spoil yours. Nice hunt Christmas presents !
*For parties with party favors, alcohol should be consumed in moderation. On don't drive home if you've celebrated the New Year too much!
