Marcilly-Sur-Tille: Church, Mont de Marcilly and Lake

There are several options for a stay in Marcilly-Sur-Tille: the Church of Saint Maurice, Mont de Marcilly and Lac de Marcilly-sur-Tille. When looking for a hotel, you can plan your trip around whether architectural history, nature or the lake is most important to you.

The Church of Saint Maurice and historical traces

The Church of Saint Maurice dates from the 13th century. It has a wooden bell tower with a bell dating from 1684, as well as a pulpit made of richly carved Gothic panels. Together, these details point to different aspects of the building: the bell tower and bell on the one hand, and the design of the pulpit on the other. The former cemetery chapel is listed as a historic monument; a decree dated October 26, 1925, recorded its listing. This date is part of the chapel’s history, while the Church of Saint Maurice dates from the 13th century.

Mont de Marcilly: nature and prehistory

Four protected plant species can be found on Mont de Marcilly. The marked discovery trail is designed to introduce visitors to the local plant and animal life; at the summit, it offers a very beautiful panorama. Nature observation and the view are therefore different aspects of the trail. It is about 1.5 kilometers long and takes approximately two hours. The distance and the time required answer different planning questions: take both approximate figures into account, rather than considering only the number of kilometers. The trail is freely accessible and open year-round. Before your trip, it is worth checking for current notices.

Mont de Marcilly is also associated with a Neolithic camp that was located there. Its isolated, commanding position made it possible to control the Tille Valley. Weapons from the camp, including sickle and knife blades, as well as specialized tools, are on display at the Archaeological Museum of Dijon. The location of the former camp and the objects on display shed light on different aspects of the same prehistory: the site is understood through its relationship to the Tille Valley, while the collection illustrates the kinds of objects found.

Lac de Marcilly-sur-Tille and practical information

Swans, ducks and water lilies can occasionally be found along the shores of Lac de Marcilly-sur-Tille. A picnic table stands on the highest shore, providing a specific spot to pause by the lake. The lake is very close to a train station; the SNCF line runs between Dijon and Is-sur-Tille. If you plan to arrive by train, check the timetable for your travel dates in advance. Fishing at Lac de Marcilly-sur-Tille is permitted only during the designated open periods; before planning a fishing trip, check the applicable regulations.

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