Special Easter Visit: From Sugar to Chocolate

Orléans
  • Du sucre au chocolat
Opening day(s)

Saturday 12 April 2025

15:00 to 17:00

Saturday 19 April 2025

15:00 to 17:00

Presentation

Set off to discover a little-known past, a time when 18th-century Orléans produced "the whitest sugar in Europe." Trace its arduous journey from the Caribbean to the port of Orléans. Learn about the techniques used to refine it in the city's sugar refineries. And finally, uncover how this "White Gold" brought wealth to Orléans through the grand townhouses of its leading merchants.
  • :
    • Pets not allowed
At a glance
  • Langue :
    • Français
  • Topic of the visit :
    • History
    • Unusual
  • Rate :
    • 11€ / 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

Availability