The only  tourist site dedicated to the French Revolutions

It's cultural and fun !

Built during the 17th century, the "Manor of Veygoux" estate is where  General Desaix, one of Napoleon Bonaparte's trusted commanders, grew up.
Nowadays, the estate comprises several areas open to visitors, offering temporary exhibitions about revolutionary France, and a mult-sensory museum dedicated to General Desaix's escapades during the French Revolution.  A mixture of lights, music, voices, sounds, smells, noise and videos, ... whisks you right into maelstrom of those revolutionary times.

The estate is located in the heart of  lovely countryside, with gardens offering lots of activities especially suited to families and children : 
-  a trail game "explore Egypt in Desaix's footsteps" : including a puzzle, magical box and hieroglyphics
- a marked pathway called « Desaix,  the knight of Veygoux » (1hour15mins)
- a restaurant area,
- a picnic area

In 2012, there are two temporary exhibitions :

Until August  : «The art of communicating and teaching during the French Revolution»  
In September  :  "After French Révolution"

Several other events are also already planned, including : 
Sunday April 8 and Monday April 9  : Easter eggs hunt in the park
Saturday May 19 : Museums night (national event)
Saturday June 16 : concert 
 July 14 : historical reconstruction to celebrate the French Revolution
Iin July and August : come and play at a special open air "Cluedo ®" game : try to identify who is behind the death of General Desaix in Marengo
And of course, there are the Heritage days (mid September) and the Tasting Week  in October (national events)

Don't forget our "Vey'goûters", an original way to celebrate an event !
Once dressed up, in period costumes, children (aged 7 to 12) go on  a trip through history : a guided visit, trail game and riddles ... with a celebratory  meal at the end.
New in 2011 : the "Vey'goûter" "at King Louis court"
(only on reservation)

Practical Information

Full English and German, with free headphones provided.
Parking areas for buses and cars
Picnic area
Self-service restaurant « Le comptoir Desaix » (entry free) where either within 18th century surroundings or on the terrace, you can enjoy loca, high quality products 
Souvenir shop  :  souvenirs and gifts reflecting to the 18th century, local products from the  "Terroir des Combrailles", as well as hand crafted items
Rooms and fully equipped kitchen available for weddings, banquets and any other private or business events.

Dates and opening times for visits 
and "Le Comptoir Desaix" 
in 2012 :

Tour takes : about 2 hours 

From April 7 to  May 8 :  
Every day 10am to 6pm*

From May 9 to  June 30 :  
Wednesdays to Thursdays  2pm to 6pm*
Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 6pm*

From July 1 to September  3:   
every day 10am to 7pm* 

From September 5 to  October 26 :  
Wednesdays to Thursdays  2pm to 6pm*
Saturdays and Sundays 10am to 6pm*

From October 27  to November 7  :  
Every day 10am to 6pm*

* Last departure two hours prior to closing

  For groups, (20 people or more) we are open all year round, upon reservation.

Contact : 
Domaine du Manoir de Veygoux
63410 CHARBONNIERES LES VARENNES
Tél. : (00)33.04.73.33.83.00

Web site : www.manoir-de-veygoux.com
e-mail : manoirdeveygoux@orange.fr