Orléans, the sugar capital of the Antilles

Orléans
  • Orléans, la capitale du sucre des Antilles
Opening day(s)

Sunday 16 November 2025

10:30 to 12:30

Saturday 13 December 2025

10:30 to 12:30

Saturday 17 January 2026

10:30 to 12:30

Sunday 15 February 2026

10:30 to 12:30

Presentation

Set off on a journey to uncover a little-known past, a time in the 18th century when Orléans produced "the whitest sugar in Europe." Trace its arduous journey from the Caribbean to the port of Orléans. Explore the techniques used to refine it in the city's sugar refineries. And finally, discover how this "White Gold" brought prosperity to Orléans through the grand townhouses of its wealthy merchants.
  • :
    • Pets not allowed
At a glance
  • Langue :
    • Français
  • Topic of the visit :
    • History
    • Unusual
  • Rate :
    • 10€ / pers.
  • Mode of visit :
    • walking tour
  • Duration :
    • 2h
  • Registration :
    • Mandatory
  • Meeting point :
    • In front of the Tourist Office, 23 Place du Martroi
Please note
  • Please note :
    • Pour tout renseignement : 02 38 24 05 05 ou infos@tourisme-orleans.com

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