Noyers is surrounded by a huge loop in the River Serein and is probably the most beautiful small town I have visited in France. It retains many medieval buildings and has some interesting shops, mostly selling local products.
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| A ball of locally reared, spun and died sheep's wool purchased from Noyers |
In one shop that used to be a rich merchants house a lady in an owl mast poked her head out of the window and twit twoo'd at me.
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| The window with the lady with owl mask |
We went on a little tour with guided by an elderly man who spoke no English. The tour was a bit over priced at 15 euros considering is comprised of a tour round a small bone dry garden, a walk up a one story watch tower and a peek in a room containing armour. We spend most of the time flicking through a plastic folder of photos taken of this man in medieval costume about 20 years ago =he really enjoyed it.
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| Julian reluctantly donning spear and shield |
We did hear some interesting facts though. Noyers was the most beautiful fortified town, almost like a miniature Carcassonne, but unfortunately Voillet le duc was not there to rescue it. The demolition that has taken place is quite incredible when one sees plans of the former Chateau and the former towers, now used as sheds or garages.
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| Noyers |
It remains a lovely place.
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