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We are here to advise you and help you on your way, and can offer you excursions and guided visits. Come and visit us as 1, rue Beauregard 60000 BEAUVAIS,

Laurie, Stéphane and Laurie will be here to welcome you October to April: Mondays 14:00-18:00 and Tuesdays to Saturdays 09:30-12:30 and 13:30-18:00. April to October: Mondays 14:00-18:00, Tuesdays to Saturdays 09:30-12:30 and 13:30-18:00 and Sundays and public holidays 10:00-13:00 and 14:00-17:30.

They are welcoming and are at your service; they know the region inside-out and will be able to give you expert advice and tips, and Please feel free to get in touch just generally help you have an amazing stay... +33 (0)3 44 15 30 30 We offer many services in our reception area: or Free WiFI [email protected] Smartphone/tablet charging station We will be delighted to A small boutique selling local produce, books about the region, show you the heritage and activities themed guides, souvenirs, artisanal products and more. of Beauvais and its region. Digital tools to guide you and show you around the region. Or find us at www.visitbeauvais.fr

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TREASURES OF ARCHITECTURE AND NATURE Summary he region of Beauvais boasts a truly remarkable architectural and natural heritage, which is covered Tin this edition and is represented by such jewels as the St. Lazarus Inﬁ rmary, an example virtually unique 4 THE DARING MIDDLE AGES in France of hospital architecture from the 12th and 13th Centuries that won me over as soon as I encountered it. 6 CAPTURE THE PASSAGE OF TIME The site was actually abandoned and parts of it were in danger of collapsing, but I was moved by the sight of these 8 INSPIRED IDEAS stones that in times gone by housed so much suff ering and, paradoxically, so much humanity; I felt the physical weight 10 BEAUVAIS: A CITY IN THE COUNTRYSIDE of its history and was quick to realise its incredible potential.

In 2002, the Communauté d’Agglomération du Beauvaisis 12 RECHARGE YOUR BATTERIES began the restoration of this 3-hectare estate: we restored the barn - preserving its oak beams dated 15 THE ANCESTRAL ART OF CERAMICS by dendrochronlogy to the winter of 1219-1220 - and converted it to an exclusive venue for concerts, shows, 16 DISCOVER AND SAMPLE... trade fairs and seminars; we created a large mediaeval-themed garden bursting with 18 WELL-PRESERVED HERITAGE scents and ﬂ avours of yesteryear; we made the location an oasis of relaxation and cultural 20 WOMEN WITH HEART events restored to their former glory, timeless vehicles of the identity and authenticity of our region, which I will 22 AWAKEN YOUR SENSES never get tired of discovering. 24 AMAZING CHARACTERS

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29 THE AIRPORT IS A WINDOW OUT ONTO THE WORLD Caroline Cayeux Chairwoman of the Tourist Offi ce 30 MUST-SEE LOCATIONS IN OISE Chairwoman of Communauté d’Agglomération du Beauvaisis Mayor of Beauvais Former senator

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hen theThe unusual meetstallest the apotheosis Gothic of French thinking, choir in the world! during what would later become known as the Gothic Wperiod, your thoughts inevitably turn to St. Peter’s Ca- thedral in Beauvais. This monument to stone and glass rises majestically in the heart of the episcopal district and will stir the emotions of anyone encountering it for the first time. So let’s meet this grand old lady... The prodigious dimensions of St. Peter’s Cathedral bear witness to the power of the Count Bishop of Beauvais. Following a fire that struck the primitive cathedral of Our Lady of Basse-Œuvre, the bishop decided in 1225 to rebuild his church and make it the most massive cathedral in the kingdom. Construction began with the choir section, which was completed in 47 years, although part of its vaulted ceiling collapsed twelve years after construction was finished. One break for restoration and the Hundred Years War later, work resumed in 1500, with the construction of the transept, featuring a gorgeous Flamboyant Gothic façade and a rose 11 metres in diameter - one of the largest in all mediaeval architecture. The next section to be built was a lantern tower at the intersection with the transept, half as high as the Eiffel Tower itself and taller than any other cathedral. The spire, completed in 1569, collapsed four years later and took part of the transept and the choir with it, leaving the cathedral unfinished. Such an unusual story for the Cathedral of Beauvais, which today asks more questions than it answers. The interruption to WE'RE MAKING THE HEADLINES ON THE SOCIAL NETWORKS! its construction left it without a nave, which means it can still stand side-by-side with its ancestor, “La Basse-œuvre”, which is thought to date from around the year 1000. Both cathedrals stand proud as if spanning the distance between two time periods. The sheer ambition of the builders of St. Peter's Cathedral earned it credit ©szabo_reni_ Photo the name of the “tallest Gothic choir in the world”! #beauvaiscathedral #architecture_lovers #gothic If you look up, you will be astonished to discover the vaulted ceiling 48 m high: enough to make your head spin! If the sun is out when you visit, you can admire the wash of colours from the stained glass as they flow over the stones.

VISIT AS A FAMILY + AUDIOGUIDE = GREAT DAY OUT Visit the cathedral as a family and unlock all the secrets of this magnificent building with our audio guides! These devices, which can be hired from the kiosk and TOP SECRET the Tourist Office, are very easy to use and contain One of our informers has told us that audio tours of both the inside and the outside of the there will be tours of the “hidden side of cathedral. Your whole family can listen to the story the cathedral”, including the cloister (cf. page 5), organised as part of the of St. Peter's, Beauvais and understand the twists Tourist Oﬀ ice’s tour schedule from April and turns in its history that have made it the unique to September 2019. structure it is today. For more information, you can pick up Audio guides are available in 5 languages. the complete programme for individual Pricing: €4 Adults - €1.50 Children guided tours from the Tourist Oﬀ ice or Audio guides are available from the Tourist Office and in the cathedral go to www.visitbeauvais.fr

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his architectural gem, which has now been partially restored, was built during the Hundred Years War period (mid-14th to Tmid-15th Century). Only three of its walls are encircled by buildings, the fourth being sealed by a closing wall. The southern gallery, named the "Bishop's Gallery” and running the length of the Basse-Oeuvre, stretched all the way to the episcopal palace, currently the MUDO Museum of Oise, allowed the bishop to go directly from his residence to The cloister is the cathedral. To the east, a gal- occasionally opened for lery leads to a vaulted room under cultural events (guided th the chapter house, built in the 16 tours in 2019 from the Century, where the canons used to Tourist Office, heritage WORTH WORTH meet up. The western wing, known as KNOWING! days, etc.) “St. Peter’s Room”, is thought to date from the 11th Century. A FEDERATION OF CATHEDRALS Its garden is the perfect place for meditating. BORN IN PICARDY! Picardy is the only region in the world where all its 13th Century AMIENS cathedrals can be found within a radius of 100 kilometres. How SAINT-QUENTIN many of them do you reckon you could find in this region, so often nicknamed “the birthplace of Gothic Art”? LAON Let’s count: if you start in Beauvais and then head to Senlis, NOYON Noyon, Amiens, Saint-Quentin and Soissons, not to mention Laon, you already have seven good reasons to be amazed and have BEAUVAIS a spectacular cultural holiday. SOISSONS The tallest Gothic choir in the world in Beauvais, the largest

cathedral in France in Amiens, one of the oldest cathedrals in the SENLIS north of France in Noyon...that alone should whet your appetite!

ASTRONOMICAL CLOCKS

CAPTURE THE PASSAGE OF TIME Yet another original aspect of St. Peter’s Cathedral is the two astronomical clocks it contains. Yes, you heard that right. there are two clocks! The first, known as a clock with a peal of bells, dates from the 14th Century. It is the oldest clock of its kind still in operation. You could even say it is an integral part of the cathedral as its stone base, also known as its ‘cabinet’, forms part of the wall of the building. WORTH SEEING! WORTH

6 In complete confidence THE MAG ow let’s get onto the most famous and most PORTRAIT monumental: the astronomical clock of NMr. Vérité. What we have here is a veritable masterpiece not only of clockmaking but also of woodworking. It can certainly be described as JEAN-PAUL imposing, measuring twelve metres in height and exemplifying the Romano-Byzantine style - impressive stuff! It was commissioned by the bishop CRABBE Monsignor Gignoux and is the work of one of the ANOTHER LOCAL STAR region's young prodigies: Auguste-Lucien Vérité. Having established his reputation in Besançon, he was summoned to exercise his talent in Beauvais and create a clock. It was to take the artist three years to put together this breathtaking piece of art: When he visited the clock at the could make himself useful": Since 90,000 parts in perfect synchronisation, age of six, he instantly became the clockmaker at that time was 52 faces and 68 automata illustrating the Last fascinated with the wonderful and looking to retire, it was only natural Judgement, all in perfect symmetry. complex device. Jean-Paul Crabbe, for Jean-Paul Crabbe to become a the son of a Beauvais clockmaker, part of the association in charge of If you look closer, some of the faces are pretty admits that even to this day, he the cathedral and join the team of impressive: on the left-hand side, there is a face enjoys watching the astounded enthusiasts who still manage the showing the eclipses of the sun. Vérité perfected expressions of children and their monument today. If he had to pick a mechanism that was slow enough to illustrate parents as they discover the Beau- one memory, it would be the 2009 total eclipses, which occur once every 370 years! vais clock for the first time. incident that forced him to stop The neighbouring face is also worth mentioning, After studying at the prestigious the clock! While the south gate a detailed animated painting that can be used to MIH (International Watchmaking was being cleaned, fine particles calculate the tidal coefficient based on the height of Museum) in La Chaux-de-Fonds such as glass microbeads got into the sandbank at the foot of Le Mont Saint-Michel. in Switzerland, cut his teeth in the clock's mechanism, and the The best way to appreciate the precision of this Switzerland over 20 years working clock had to be stopped in order work, however, is to watch the 35-minute son et for firms like Jaeger Lecoultre, to protect it. lumière show put on for visitors every day, in 5 and returned to Beauvais in 2004 Jean-Paul Crabbe organised its languages. So get comfortable and let the magic to work on the prestigious watches restoration and, ‘incidentally’, work: the grand old lady will come to life before of the BRM brand. used the ‘bishop's corridor’ as a your astounded eyes, as it is filled with a golden Deeply attached to his native workshop during the restoration light and the automata, their movements flawlessly city, he returned to see how the work. articulated, begin their dance. clock was doing and to see “if he

Cathedral, rue Saint-Pierre, 60000 Beauvais Open from 01/11 - 31/03: 10:00-12:15 / 14:00-17:15 From 01/04 - 31/09: 10:00-18:15 THE CATHEDRAL Son et Lumière shows about the astronomical clock: 35 minutes long, in 5 languages From 01/11 - 31/03: 10:30 - 11:30 - 14:30 - 15:30 - 16:30 PAMPERED From 01/04 - 31/10: 10:30 - 11:30 - 12:30 - 13:30 - 14:30 - 15:30 - 16:30 - Adults: €5 - Under 25: €3 - Under 16: €1.50 BY ITS ENTHUSIASTS No visiting during religious services Useful information THE BEAUVAIS CATHEDRAL Tourist Office, 1, rue Beauregard 60000 Beauvais - Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 15 30 30 - www.visitbeauvais.fr ASSOCIATION IS IN CHARGE OF MAINTAINING THE MONUMENT. YOU CAN GET IN TOUCH WITH THEM AT THE KIOSK INSIDE THE BUILDING OR BY CALLING +33 (0)3 44 48 11 60. www.cathedrale-beauvais.fr

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MARIE CHAPEAUX

Have you ever imagined wearing some As everybody knows, the secret chic accessories? to refinement lies in the small Walk through the majestic burgundy- details. Having an elegant, coloured doors of ‘Marie Chapeaux’ original outfit is also a matter of right in the heart of Beauvais and choosing the right accessories! marvel at the incredible collection of Here again, ‘Marie Chapeaux’ boasts hats and accessories! a wide range of items like socks, tights, scarves, ties, gloves, backs, This paradise for women is a veritable suspenders, umbrellas, mittens, bow institution in Beauvais, stocks a ties, slippers, silk scarves and more. number of world-famous brands and sells absolutely every style of MARIE CHAPEAUX hat (floppy hats, bonnets, berets, 16, rue des Jacobins 60000 Beauvais pillboxes, etc.). Men looking for a touch Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 48 25 44 [email protected] of refinement will find they have not been forgotten: there is something for everyone and for all tastes!

Every outfit has its accessory!

PARIS CARAMELS

Who said gluttony was a sin? In any and nougatines, marzipan, etc.)? The event, at “Paris Caramels", you can “Caramels”, one of the oldest sweets in treat yourself without feeling guilty. existence (soft, hard, plain or flavoured)? Ever since 1957, Paris-Caramels Or the original and fruity flavours of the has been devoting its experience to “Fruit Jellies”? catering for those with a sweet tooth. Give in to the treats made in Allonne and PARIS-CARAMELS bearing the mark of quality. Rue Gréber 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 05 40 35 So, what are you going to let yourself be [email protected]

tempted by? The “Chocolates” and their credit ©charlenevnt Photo unique mouthfeel (praline, ganaches, WE'RE MAKING THE HEADLINES ON THE SOCIAL NETWORKS! For fans of all kinds of caramels, chocolates and caramels the ones from Paris Caramels are pretty to look at and just as much of a treat for your tastebuds.

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Seashells from all over the world, items in mother-of-pearl, horn, wood mother-of-pearl buttons, fans and and corozo, some of which are made other small luxury items, bone and in the museum itself, as well as a host ivory dominoes...Step inside this of other small items. Every item is former factory from the 19th Century unique and embodies the history and and marvel at the reconstructions of expertise behind its creation. tabletiers’ workshops. This showcase of history and expertise is in Méru, MUSEUM OF MOTHER-OF-PEARL AND MARQUETRY also known as the World Capital of 51, rue Roger Salengro 60110 Méru Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 22 61 74 Mother-of-Pearl. [email protected] www.musee-nacre.com The Museum of Mother-of-Pearl and Open every day from 14:30 to 18:30 except Tuesdays Marquetry also has a jewellery shop, which ladies will love! Don't miss out on the amazing selection of necklaces, bracelets, earrings and marquetry

ARTISTS AND DESIGNERS

In the Beauvais region, working with clay is an ancient art. This geological wealth of experience has produced an expertise that has inspired a good number of artists over the centuries. Talented artists often began by making practical items, before going on to shape clay into objets d’art: the artistic stoneware creations of Delaherche, Gréber, Pissareff and Bouché are today among the treasures that you can find in museums like the MUDO. But this art is alive and well today, including in the form of the potters’ and cerami- “In the Beauvais region, cists’ association of Oise, working clay which has just under a dozen members. is an ancient art” In the villages around Beauvais, these enthusiasts will be delighted to open the WORTH SEEING! doors to their workshops and show you their collections of masterpieces as varied as they are amazing. You will hardly believe your eyes at the cornucopia of glazed stoneware in dazzling colours, decorative porcelain, curvy characters, finials, tassels, cups and more. Reason enough to offer someone a souvenir or simply treat yourself with a unique memory from your trip. Just ask at the Tourist Office for a list of the ceramicists operating in the Beauvais region.

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BEAUVAIS, 10:00am A CITY IN THE COUNTRY

AT only an hour and a quarter from Paris-Gare du Nord station, Beauvais is easy to get to for anyone looking to spend a weekend recharging their batteries in a human-sized city. Fancy QUITE A SIGHT doing everything on foot? Step into History and begin your visit in the Leave your car in the garage and be ccathedralathedral ddistrictistrict (rue(rue Saint-Pierre):Saint-Pierre): the tallest free: the train will drop you right in the Gothic choir in the world, two astronomical clocks, town centre. the Quadrilatère art centre and a former bishop's palace converted into a museum: Leave your bags in the Le Chenal hotel Plenty to do! nearby and enjoy the 10-minute walk to the centre of Beauvais itself to take your bearings.

There is nothing like a proper breakfast to get the day off to a good start. Take Free to wa a table at Victor's, 15 place Jeanne- Hachette, and relax and soak in the square and its reflecting pool. 15:00pm

BRING BACK A SOUVENIR!

LOOKING FOR A GIFT FOR SOMEONE OR FEEL LIKE TREATING YOURSELF? THE TOURIST OFFICE SHOP HAS A WIDE RELAXATION VARIETY OF LOCAL PRODUCTS AND How about a relaxing break to end your PERSONALISED ITEMS: BEAUVAIS BEERS, afternoon? Head for the beauty institute MUGS, KEYRINGS, JEWELLERY, COINS OR NNoo StressStress ((ruerue ddeses FFilatures)ilatures) and give in to the POSTCARDS - THERE IS SOMETHING FOR temptation of a chocolate massage or a dip in the EVERYONE AND TO SUIT ALL BUDGETS. bubble pool…

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EXPLORATION OR SHOPPING DELICACIES Explore the city centre with the “Parcours Welcome to CChezhez AAngèlengèle, (59, rue Desgroux), Beauvais” guide, which you can pick up at the the essential location for gourmets. Traditional Tourist Office or download from www.visitbeauvais. and inventive cuisine, made with fresh seasonal fr, or have a shopping trip from place Jeanne produce. For dessert, try a slice of their traditional Hachette and rue Carnot-Gambetta to the Jeu de flan, which was awarded a "Bottin gourmand” Paume shopping centre. star in 2015.

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DECENT DINING WELL-EARNED REST For the perfect end to the day, there is nothing like Opposite, you cannot fail to notice LLee CChenalhenal (63,(63, a good dinner. Take a seat in the conservatory of the BBdd dudu GénéralGénéral dede Gaulle):Gaulle) it’s so charming! This llee KiosqueKiosque restaurant (17, avenue de la 3-star hotel with its coloured façade lives up to its République), in the middle of a square boasting reputation. Ideally located right outside the station, century-old trees, and sample its gourmet cuisine. its large and tastefully decorated rooms along with its attentive staff make this establishment the perfect spot for an overnight rest.

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Make each moment an authentic memory

CHATEAU OF AUTEUIL

The first words that come to mind when you think of the château of Auteuil are: peace, quiet and authenticity. You will understand why when you head down the path lined with hundred-year- old trees and catch a glimpse of the Louis XIII-style château standing proud in the distance in the middle of its park. Behind this immense gate, you will find yourself in the courtyard of the château, a spot where time seems to stand still. There is a little nod to the château's There is the Hugues d’Auteuil room, and the Amaury de stewards: Epopée and Neptune, the two magnificent Weimaraners who also Kergorlay room. Two of these rooms are new, sumptuous form part of the adventure. suites featuring a steam shower and private jacuzzi. The château of Auteuil, an authentic family home surrounded by forests and stud Why not follow your exploration of the château with a farms, housing 150 pureblood horses, offers a unique setting that will charm genuine moment of rest and relaxation? The Sri Lankan any visitor. Prick up your ears and listen to the silence. masseuse Ku-Mari will come to you and give you a massage with organic oils in the peace and comfort Pol and Sabine, the friendly lord and lady of the manor here, have some real of your own room. Prepare to feel relaxed, revitalised surprises in store for you...champagne flutes and rose petals strewn over your and happy! soft bed, or the intimate atmosphere of a dinner by candlelight with your beloved So, ready to get a taste of château living for a day? as part of a romantic stay. The magic continues inside the château: alcoves, bed canopies, quilts, period furniture and original parquet flooring, Louis XVI chandeliers and sconces...5 guest rooms boasting an authentic and refined CHÂTEAU D’AUTEUIL décor, named after the Lords of the château, will take you back to the golden Route de Noailles 60390 Berneuil-en-Bray Tel.: +33 (0)6 98 99 51 05 / +33 (0)6 98 95 51 05 age of the château's glory. www.chateaudauteuil.com

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Did you know that Pol can give you his very own guided tour if you ask him? This lively tour, punctuated by some tantalising anecdotes about the history of the château, will be a truly memorable moment of your stay in Auteuil.

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AN UNMISSABLE EVENT FOR ALL NATURE- LOVERS! For over 35 years, the Forest of Hez has organised tours between February and March that let almost 3,000 inquisitive souls discover the natural treasures of the forest. There are various routes on off er, whether you are on foot, mountain biking or bicycle touring. This event is for everyone, from families to athletes!

THE FOREST OF HEZ-FROIDMONT

Lovers of wide-open country and nature take like a ski resort: every track is colour-coded note: there are plenty of ways to explore this On the other hand, feel free to take as many based on its spectacular forest in Neuville-en-Hez and its selfies as you like in front of one of the surrounding area! 4 remarkable trees on the site! difficulty, going from green for the easiest routes to black for the hardest. With 3,000 hectares of beech and oak You can explore a wide range of paths, forest, you can spend hours strolling along When you leave the forest, you can also check including a botanical tour, and the more the wooded lanes and taking your fill of the out the former Froidmont Abbey, Mont César, intrepid may be interested in the tithe barn, fresh woodland air. No cars, no stress, no the lush valleys of the River Thérain and ancient graffiti, and the ruins of a castle, pollution and the optimum in switching off: the River Brèche, or even some traditional an abbey or a colossal wine press on some your mobile phone will disconnect from the rural villages. routes: there is enough to explore for hours network as you disconnect from the world! at a time! So don't even think about giving a friend a A word to the wise before you head off little call or even sending them a little text So whether you are on foot for a family into the countryside: remember to take message - the word of the day here is “back hike or on your bike for the more sportily a water bottle with you, a little high- to nature”. inclined, the forest of Hez-Froidement is a bit energy snack and, above all, a good pair of shoes!

AUTREMENT RESTAURANT

Using 100% fresh products, 70% of which are So which of his creative recipes will you try sourced locally, Eric Minart is a chef who first? Rum-raisin foie gras terrine with a knows the value of expertise and top-quality buttered brioche biscuit, pan-fried scallops ingredients. This Beauvais native, a former with citrus jus and saffron foam, roast student of Joël Robuchon, picked the city suckling lamb with Espelette pepper and closest to his heart when he bought his first sweet spice glaze or, for dessert fanatics, restaurant. He trained at LENÔTRE and ran his variations on a theme of pineapple, proceedings in prestigious locations such fresh, cooked and iced, on buckwheat lace as l’Angle du Faubourg in Paris and La Voile pancakes. Rouge in Biarritz; this talented chef made his So, if your mouth is watering as much as mark with his inventive use of new flavours. As he likes to say, his cuisine is first and ours. head for the Autrement restaurant, foremost “French regional cuisine, but make yourself comfortable and let Sophie, revamped with a touch of world cuisine". the owner of the establishment, advise you This culinary artist succeeded in raising on the perfect wine from the restaurant's up his restaurant to match his ambitions: cellars to complement the delicious dishes in 6 years, he joined the “Collège culinaire you choose. de France”, was listed by the “Gault et Mil- lau” and the “Bottin gourmand” restaurant RESTAURANT AUTREMENT guides and scored a double victory in the 128, rue de Paris 60000 Beauvais Michelin Guide, earning two forks and a Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 02 61 60 www.autrement-restaurant.com plate.

In complete confidence THE MAG 13 As well as for nature-lovers... THE JOYS OF FISHING What do the words gudgeon, pike-perch, roach, carp and brown trout make you think of? HIKING TO GET AWAY FROM IT ALL THEY ARE ALL fish, of course. And fish means fishing, for all levels of experience, from those who already Winding paths and peaceful forests where you can pick mushrooms or daffodils, have all the equipment (rods, fishing line, hook, reel, depending on the season; marked green paths for the whole family...get a breath decoy, landing net and so on) to those who have al- of fresh air and escape on a hike, following the trails and footpaths of Beauvais ways dreamed of casting off. So whether you are an and its region. The Tourist Office offers detailed of marked trails that will take you experienced angler with your own fishing permit or through traditional villages, like Sevignies with its active and creative potters’ work- an occasional angler with a day permit bought online, shop, fields of cereal crops that glimmer with the radiant colours of early summer, you can ask for the fishing guide from the Tourist Office shaded tracks through the heart of the forest, like in Neuvillle-en-Hez, or even and find the perfect place to fish! bucolic towpaths such as the banks of the River Liovette, which crosses Guignecourt. If your line is ready, all you need to do is step into your GET your calendars out: the “Beauvais Hikes” took place in Allonne on Monday waders or set up your float tube, grab your backpack 22 April featuring a range of different foot, mountain bike and horse and carriage and head for the water’s edge. There is plenty of trout tours. +33 (0)3 44 15 67 50 and pike to be had, even if they might take some coaxing before they end up in your basket. IN Allonne, for example, the pond is largely filled with white fish, and they usually bite pretty well! There are 3 types of fishing: pole, fly and feeder, all NO KILL, of course, as every good angler respects nature! If carp is your water-dweller of choice and you are looking to FINDING land the big catch that all anglers dream of, cast your YOUR WAY! line at Neuville-en-Hez: this picturesque little pond in the heart of the forest offers some great fishing, and is FANCY GOING ON A HIKE where this noble fish has made its home. THROUGH OUR BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE? DOWNLOAD OUR MARKED HIKING ROUTES FROM Useful information: Tourist Office, 1, rue Beauregard 60000 Beauvais WWW.VISITBEAUVAIS.FR Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 15 30 30 Stay up-to-date with all the Federation's news or buy your fishing permit at www.peche60.fr

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he Beauvais region plays home to a great many artists and has been a capital of ceramics for millennia. As you stroll through Tthe streets of Beauvais, the numerous original works of art that decorate the façades offer a visually arresting show. The city's most famous talents include the Gréber dynasty, and numerous examples of their gold- and silversmithing survive: their work can be found in the “Belle Epoque” façades in Beauvais, the surrounding region and the Picardy coast. The most striking example is undoubtedly the former factory at 63, rue Calais, Beauvais, which has a façade richly decorated with glazed stoneware in dazzling colours - a real open-air advertisement! Avenue Victor Hugo, boulevard Saint-André, the Gréber family home on rue Bossuet, the former butcher's on rue Léon Zeude or the façade of the central post office are further examples of how the art of the Gréber dynasty is omnipresent in Beauvais. In the Beauvais region, the Bou- lenger factory in Auneuil has an equally original variation of ceramic art: decorative tiles studded with designs of mediaeval inspiration were used during the 19th Century for the renovation of historic monuments. The façade is still visible today and is a spectacular testimony to this glorious period. WE'RE MAKING THE HEADLINES ON THE SOCIAL NETWORKS! These days, the GRECB association continues to catalogue the works by artists from the Beauvais region and offers a range of beautiful books to delve into without moderation. credit ©gabyta_sc Photo Façade of the Gréber home

GRÉBER home 63, rue de Paris 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 15 55 96 [email protected] In complete confidence THE MAG 15 DISCOVER AND SAMPLE... A wealth of local products!

LA TABLE DE CÉLINE

ONLY a few steps from the incredible lion...And to wash down these choice façade of the Gréber home and not morsels, Jessica has an unrivalled far from the city centre, Jessica and skill for choosing the wine that will Christophe have a warm welcome really make the flavours blossom in ready for you in their restaurant, and your mouth. What do you say? Worth dropping in is always a pleasure! checking out? The decoration is modern and neat; If you take a closer look, you’ll notice the setting is intimate, with coloured that the set menus all bear pretty velvet chairs; the ambiance is warm names...can you guess who Margot and cosy; and people are happy and and Elora are? generally come back. Hint: they are Jessica and Christophe's After all, one visit is not enough to little bundles of joy. sample all the dishes on the menu. The little extra offered by La Table de Pride of place goes to French Céline: a beautiful flowered terrace cuisine, pleasantly accompanied to the rear of the restaurant. What by a few original touches. A few could be better than dining in the ©voyel examples of the dishes on offer to sunshine right in the city centre? whet your appetite: pan-fried foie gras with apples and Calvados, beet- credit Photo Photo credit ©bxg.m_ Photo WE'RE MAKING THE HEADLINES ON THE SOCIAL NETWORKS! root carpaccio with smoked duck LA TABLE DE CÉLINE Dish à la carte #miam breast, scallops on a nest of mung 6 bis, rue Antoine Caron 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 45 79 79 bean sprouts, calf sweetbreads with [email protected] vin jaune, curried monkfish medal- www.latable-de-celine.fr

16 In complete confidence THE MAG LA CHAPELLE SAINT-JEAN FARM – BEAUDOIN DAIRY

You have now arrived at the A sudden craving for cheese in outskirts of the Bray region, at the middle of the night or when a former farm built of red brick, the shop is closed? typical of Picardy, where poly- Don't worry: there is a vending culture and dairy farming are machine by the side of the D930 practised. Here, the cheese is so you can get your fix 24 hours made from 100% raw Picardy a day, 7 days a week. What could milk! Straight from the udder be more practical? to the churn Otherwise, there is the online using the traditional craftsman- store at: ship of the canton of Songeons. www.fromagespicards.com

Eight people work here everyday No excuses not to yield to the and make sure temptation of Picardy cheese! the farm keep running smoothly. Cheese-lovers will have the GAEC de la Chapelle Saint-Jean choice between several spe- 2, rue Alexis Maillet Choqueuse cialities, such as tomme with 60380 Gremevillers Tel.: +33 >(0)3.44.82.41.47 hay or cider, Bray picard, gaec-de-la-chapelle-saint-jean@wana- rollot, cloître and many other doo.fr www.fromagespicards.com fresh products...Nothing could be easier: the farm shop is open 15:00-18:00 on Wednesdays and 10:00-12:00 and 14:00- 17:00 on Saturdays.

LA PETITE FRANCE

What is hiding behind this large It is recommended in numerous red-brick building so typical of culinary guides and features the region? traditional, generous and fami- Authenticity and conviviality ly-style cooking that prioritises are the order of the day in the fresh, good-quality ingredients. restaurant “La petite France", in À la carte: ‘home-made’ special- the little village of Crillon. ities like duck foie gras and calf’s The décor is hardly mod- head ravigote, essentials like ern, but there is a warm, veal liver the way grandma used family atmosphere and the to make or sea bass fillet with dining room is authentic. saffron cream...and for those The cuisine is “as delicious with a little room left, desserts as can be”. like crème brûlée, baked Alaska and profiteroles. What could be more unusual Enough to satisfy any fan of for a restaurant with a typical- French cuisine. ly French name than to have a 100% English chef by the name of Andrew Fry, straight from LA PETITE FRANCE 7, rue du Moulin 60112 Crillon London, who has been making Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 81 01 13 this establishment famous since www.lapetitefrance-restaurant.com 2002!

In complete confidence THE MAG 17 WELL-PRESERVED HERITAGE

To continue to shine

MERCURE BEAUVAIS CENTRE-VILLE

A beautiful blend of History and modernity. Enter the Mercure Beauvais hotel via its large bay window entrance and fall under the charm of its gigantic reception hall offering a subtle combination of elegance, purity, light and decoration in warm colours. The theme of maps and the history of Beauvais spans the whole hotel, with par- ticular homage paid to our beautiful cathedral. There are little nods to it spread out in the hall, the corridors, the rooms, the meeting rooms and the restaurant. Thebedsteads show a former map of Beauvais, where you can see not only the cathedral but the mill as it was at the time. SEE if you can find the other references! Let’s talk about the "Belvacus” restaurant. Did you know that this was the name of Beauvais at the time of our ancestors the Gauls? Although the restaurant is in the oldest part of the mill, its décor is resolutely modern. There is no Obelix-style roast boar here - the cuisine could even be described as bistronomic: a modernised take on regional French cuisine. TOP SECRET

MERCURE BEAUVAIS Centre-Ville 1, cours Scellier 60000 Beauvais Did you know that the oldest part of the Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 04 04 11 building, known to most Beauvais residents [email protected] as the former headquarters of OPAC, was www.mercure-beauvais-centre-cathedrale.fr originally a water mill? It was known as the Latin Mill.

18 In complete confidence THE MAG ST. LAZARUS INFIMARY

This timeless structure spanning three hectares has a mysterious history linked to the history of the leper colony. The St. Lazarus Infirmary is a remarkable site dating from the 12th and 13th Centuries, and is typical of a hospital of the Middle Ages. The monks’ quarters, the Roman chapel, the barn and its original oak beams form a unique ensemble that represents one of the most well-preserved leper houses in Europe. The Infirmary is protected as a Historic Monument. Behind its high walls, it is a singularly beautiful architectural location and is accessible to everyone, as it is labelled a disabled-friendly tourist site. The city of Beauvais became the owner of the whole site in 2002 and ran a vast restoration campaign between 2007 and 2009 on some of the buildings: the farmer’s house, the barn, the sheep pen and the surrounding wall. This unique site now has a new lease of life and really shines in front of visitors: from season to season, the Infirmary hosts concerts, shows, festive days and contemporary premières, and also regularly hosts artists and is used as a recording studio. In pride of THE BERN CAMPAIGN place in this busy calendar are festivals such as Malices & Merveilles TO SAVE THE INFIRMARY and Pianoscope, and major annual events like Plant Days, underlining the importance of the Infirmary on the cultural map of the Beauvais The Monks’ Quarters in St. Lazarus Infirmary were region. From springtime onwards, visitors can also stroll through the selected as heritage to be restored by the Stéphane mediaeval-themed garden. The Infirmary is also the perfect place to Bern campaign. Of the 2,000 monuments at risk and in need of investment, 250 of which were identified organise a professional trade fair. as priorities. The Quarters in the Infirmary fell into this category. This bit of publicity was flattering for the city of Beauvais. It was also a financial shot in ST. LAZARUS INFIRMARY 203, rue de Paris 60000 Beauvais the arm, thanks to the heritage lottery launched by Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 15 67 62 - [email protected] - www.maladrerie.fr Stéphane Bern. Private individuals and companies Free entry - From 02/04 to 29/09, Tuesdays to Sundays and public holidays from 11:00 to 18:00.

Guided tours Sundays at 16:00: €5 CAME AS A SURPRISE! can also contribute to saving this location, by making a donation at www.fondation-patrimoine.org/60020.

But since nothing is left to chance in this meticulous scheme, the 2nd floor is also to be restored! Project proposals are currently being studied and the 20th Century collection is to be presented to the public from 2021 onwards. The MUDO-Museum of Oise presents a selection of 200 works from the 19th Century: from landscapes to decorative art, from iconography to historic paintings, focusing on the superb work of Thomas Couture: quite the programme! The MUDO also boasts one of the most beautiful collections of ceramics in France, and in its spectacular MUDO- MUSEUM OF OISE exhibition hall with exposed beams, the exhibition Ceramic treasures, a collection of over This former palace for the Bishop-Counts of Beauvais, built during 300 unique pieces and a veritable showcase of the the 12th and 13th Centuries on Gallo-Roman ramparts by Henri de artistic heritage of Oise, will be on display until 22 September. France, the brother of the king, is a building packed with history. After the French Revolution, it became a prefecture, a bishopric and then a court of justice, before finally officially becoming a museum in 1981. MUDO MUSEUM OF OISE 1, rue du Musée 60000 Beauvais PRESENT THE MAG Since 2012, an extensive renovation campaign has been carried out. Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 10 40 50 AND GET A PACK OF The work began with the vaulted ceiling under the porch and the clock www.mudo.oise.fr Open every day from 11:00 to 18:00 POSTCARDS tower. Following the Renaissance palace in 2015, it was the castellum at Closed on Tuesdays - Free entry FREE OF CHARGE the entrance to the property's turn for a facelift. A number of craftsmen have taken it in turns to work on this vast project and restore the towers to their former glory. In complete confidence THE MAG 19 WOMEN WITH HEART

Proud of their passion!

AU CŒUR DE BEAUVAIS

If you are looking for a bed and breakfast in Beauvais, stop off and stay with a woman with heart. Marie-Noëlle Blain is a character full of surprises! Those who know her well will tell you she is a go-getter who loves a challenge. Since her career began, she has experienced a great many things. Leaving the family advertising firm to move into the hotel business in 1999, she visited the park hotel in Beauvais out of curiosity, fell for its charm and bought it on the spot. She worked doggedly to make it into the City Hotel, which was awarded 3 stars under her stewardship in 2012. When it came for time to retire, she did not even consider slowing down, and plunged headlong into opening a guest house in the centre of the city. In homage to her father, who was behind a series of promotional signs on the theme of “Beauvais, the heart of the city”, she named her new guest house “Au cœur de Beauvais” (“In the heart of Beauvais”). She shaped this guest house in her own image: welcoming, spacious and well-thought-out down to the smallest detail, to make sure everyone “feels at home”. Inspired by her travels, she brought back furniture from Bali for the Jeanne bedroom; as a devoted grandmother, she created a veritable family suite named Séverine; and as an incorrigible romantic, she made the Louise room into a cosy little nest. Even if she lives life in the fast lane, between presiding over a commercial court, the service clubs of which she is a member and her TOP SECRET guests, she takes being a hostess to the limit, even preparing a vegan breakfast at 06:00. As you can see, Marie-Noëlle is someone worth getting to know! If you look out the window from one of the rooms in the “Au cœur de Beauvais” guest house, you will get an unbeatable view of the recently renovated MUDO bell-tower. The AU CŒUR DE BEAUVAIS 3, rue Saint-Paul 60000 Beauvais three bells in the tower are named Louise, Tel.: +33 (0)3 45 18 48 19 Jeanne and Séverine, just like Marie-Noëlle’s www.aucoeurdebeauvais.fr three rooms.

20 In complete confidence THE MAG LE JEANNE HACHETTE, OWNED BY MARIE-CLAIRE

Jeanne Hachette, the extraordinary women who freed the city from the troops of Charles the Bold, gave her name to a familiar brand in Beauvais, owned by a woman who is no less extraordinary. Marie-Claire Locquet took over a sweet shop in place Jeanne Hachette in 1981, and plunged her whole heart and all her energy into it in order to see it become very quickly a hotly prized address among Beauvais residents. It was even on request from her customers that she opened a croissant shop just next door, which would rapidly become a tea room and then the brasserie that we know today. She is a woman with heart and puts her heart and soul into her work! This devotion to a job well done and to caring for her customers comes from her parents, who themselves owned a bakery in place des Halles until their retirement in 1948. So everyone in FOR THOSE OF YOU WITH Beauvais knows Marie-Claire because she keeps A SWEETER TOOTH the finest traditions alive: the tradition of welcoming each customer individually with your full attention, Return to your childhood and rediscover the and the tradition of good products and “secret family delicious flavours of yesteryear with Marie- recipes”. She cooks up dishes like nobody else: fattened Claire, as everything is homemade, from chicken, beef tongue, Picardy-style pancakes, calf’s head the extra-crunchy chocolate biscuits to the in gribiche sauce... fondants, which have virtually disappeared Ready for dinner? nowadays but are the stars in her shop, and from glazed chestnuts and candied fruits to LE JEANNE HACHETTE marzipan. 27, place Jeanne Hachette 60000 Beauvais YUM! Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 48 16 08 www.le-jeanne-hachette.com

CŒUR DE PICARDIE

Letting her customers discover and savour regional Picardy products has been the favourite daily routine of Virginie for over 10 years! She is a devoted enthusiast and is always ready to advise on which product will wow your tastebuds...By the way, how familiar are you with the specialities of Picardy? Tomme au foin, gâteau battu, p’tit Gerberoy, salicornes...Her real speciality is cœur de PIcardie, small soft biscuits dipped in apple brandy. The shops, in Crèvecoeur-le-Grand and Saint-Crépin-Ibouvillers, will wow you and win you over with the diversity of the farm and artisanal Picard products they sell. Thanks to the work of the traditional craftsmen behind its manufacture, “Cœur de Picardie” offers a range of over fifty culinary products from the Picardy region. The freshness of their products, the traditional recipes they use, their know-how (often passed down between generations) and their love for their work all go towards guaranteeing the quality of their products. You can buy Picardy specialities in shops and regional markets in the area, or treat yourself with one click on the boutique-coeurdepicardie.com website.

CŒUR DE PICARDIE 24, avenue du Château 60360 Crèvecoeur-le-Grand Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 48 16 97 / +33 (0)6 08 50 05 30 www.coeurdepicardie.com

In complete confidence THE MAG 21 AWAKEN YOUR SENSES

Let yourself be pampered

AUX 5 SENS CAME AS A SURPRISE! WHAT YOU WILL DISCOVER BEHIND THIS GREAT, MODERN WHITE GATE LIES BEYOND YOUR WILDEST IMAGINATION. No, you are not dreaming, and you have not just walked into the pages of a style magazine: you are only a few kilometres from Beauvais. At “Aux 5 sens", all five of your senses will be awoken. It starts the moment you arrive, thanks to the inventive and neat décor. You will be dazzled by the sumptuous beauty of the location. Cristelle is a paradise for all DIY fans and interior design lovers, and offers many modern and luxurious sources of inspiration. All of its rooms are decorated with taste and refinement: 5 rooms, each with its own ambiance! From the most romantic room, “Nuit Blanche”, which is AND WAIT, pure and modern and features a gigantic round bathtub with LED lighting, to the most original, “La Métisse”, with an African feel and THAT’S NOT ALL! a shower with black crocodile-pattern flooring in a thatched hut. Open the great door to one of the outbuildings of Snuggled up by the fireopposite the designer fireplace, you can enjoy the sheep pen and step into a magnificent private a glass of champagne or another little treat. The breakfast is copious spa covering 100 m2. This veritable oasis of peace is and entirely homemade...can you smell that delicious cake straight devoted to wellness and relaxation. Treat yourself to out of the oven? There is a very “chic” dinner menu as well , a relaxing modelling massage side-by-side with your with enough to make your mouth water. sweetheart, lulled by the gentle music. Savour this magic moment and relax in the sauna, the Turkish AUX 5 SENS bath or even the bubble pool. They’re all ready for 258, rue des Châtaigniers 60000 Tillé Tel.: +33 (0)3 11 90 14 08 you! Once you discover this heavenly spot, you won't www.aux-5-sens-maison-hotes.com want to leave!

22 In complete confidence THE MAG LES VINS PAR FAIM SURELY YOU CAN'T BE “HUNGRY FOR WINE”... WHAT DOES THIS STRANGE NAME REALLY MEAN?

Let’s begin by introducing the creator of this unusual location: Germain Stubbe, a born gourmet and a wine-lover for many years, who already owned the Les Vents d’Ange restaurant in Beauvais. When he opened “Les Vins par Faim”, it was a personal dream come true - a restaurant in his own style! This original establishment is somewhere between a restaurant, a wine bar and a wine cellar, and attracts serious (and even occasional) lovers of wine.

So if you are looking for somewhere to enjoy a good glass of wine between friends and share a cheese and cold cuts board, or just have a good meal, in a modern ambiance with an industrial feel, you have come to the right place. The cuisine here is traditional, young and inventive, and uses fresh, local products. Of course, everything is made in-house.How about risotto with scallops and celery or glazed swordfish steak with chorizo butter and crozets with Comté cheese? Enough to make your mouth water... Finally, don't leave empty-handed: stop by the cellars and pick up a decent bottle: wines, whiskies, rums, beers...To your good health!

LES VINS PAR FAIM 241, rue de Clermont 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 65 97 07 07 [email protected] www.lesvinsparfaim.fr

NO STRESS

SAY NO TO STRESS! Do you need calm, relaxation and serenity? What if we took you far away from the daily grind? Come to the NO STRESS institute and you will be transported to a cocoon of wellness from the moment you step in the door. Lulled by some soft, relaxing music, you can explore the 500 m2 of this paradise that is all about getting away from it all: dreamlike décor, warm atmosphere, a team of professionals to meet your every need... make the most of this moment of pampering! Are you holidaying as a couple? The institute offers treatments for two, where romance, sharing and relaxation combine for a truly unique experience! Turkish bath, private bath, modelling, snacks... Just A-MA-ZING! Looking to have a fun time with your girlfriends? NO STRESS is the right place for you too, with our “Spa with friends” package that you and your friends will love! Ready to enjoy a genuine moment of NO STRESS?

NO STRESS 1, rue des Filatures 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 04 09 55 www.nostressbeauvais.com

In complete confidence THE MAG 23 AMAZING CHARACTERS Authenticity and character

LE ZINC BLEU

“Gérald Cagné, the most famous moustache in Beauvais” This emblematic figure, who for a long time has dominated Beauvais nightlife, must have the fattest address book of any restaurant owner. All of Beauvais comes to his establishment, the “Zinc Bleu”. Gérald is all about a rock ‘n’ roll atmosphere and a friendly welcome: no standing on ceremony! He comes from a family of Beauvais traders, so welcoming customers is second nature to him. Gérald is a larger-than-life character whose loud laughter and slightly provocative humour never go unnoticed, and above all he is a bon viveur. He is devoted to his city and always prepared to commit to major events like the “Autour du Zinc” blues festival, St. Patrick's Day and the Renault Alpine exhibition - for him, friends come first! It’s hard to find a better view in Beauvais: the conservatories of this large brasserie look out over the gate of the majestic St. Peter’s Cathedral. As its name suggest, the establishment's blue façade is easy to spot, and there is a choice of two ambiances inside: there is a brasserie section near the bar, where regulars come to read their paper, have breakfast, brunch, a coffee and a snack; and a ‘traditional restaurant’ section, at lunchtimes only, with dishes like Picardy-style pancakes, seafood platters and beautifully tender fillets of beef.

LE ZINC BLEU 59-61, rue Saint-Pierre 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 45 18 30 credit ©gasoleil Photo WE'RE MAKING THE HEADLINES ON THE SOCIAL NETWORKS! #leplaisirdemanger#eeeeeats#cabillaud tatouille

24 In complete confidence THE MAG LES GLYCINES DE SAINT-SULPICE

“An authentic man” friends in our courtyard. I turned to Allow us to present Jean-Luc Bonnel: look at the front gate and I saw the after 23 years as a senior executive in beautiful wisteria growing over it! The a major group, he and his wife Juliette idea struck me straightaway. I thought decided when their son was born that of the beautiful village of Saint-Sulpice, they would go into the guest house where many of the gates are adorned business. They set about looking for by wisterias. We had found the name! “ the perfect house for them, and found Charm and tradition are the signature it in the shape of a farmhouse in the words for this guest house, which is small village of Saint-Sulpice, just out- sure to win you over. The bucolic charm side Beauvais. Just about everything of a small brick farmstead nestled into needed renovating, but after 2 years the lush and rolling countryside, with of back-breaking work, 5 guest rooms three comfortable rooms and two large and a common area were open for suites: enjoy a taste of the simple life business in the middle of a very cosy with Jean-Luc. courtyard. Jean-Luc is quite the character, likeable and full of good humour, LES GLYCINES DE SAINT-SULPICE and will bend over backwards to make 14, impasse du chêne pulleux sure you have a pleasant stay. 60430 Saint-Sulpice Tel.: +33 (0)3 16 79 64 50 Why is it called “Les Glycines de Saint- www.lesglycinesdesaintsulpice.com Sulpice” (“The Wisterias of Saint- Sulpice”)? “We needed a name for the place, and we were thinking about it one day when having dinner with

LE JARDIN DU BRULE

“Seriously green fingers” a harmonious and not overladen lawn The “Jardin du Brule” garden in Her- to the art of decorating a dead tree with chies was created in 1989 by Didier multicoloured clematis. The “Jardin Bizet, who took a prairie dotted with du Brule” is not just about flowers: a few trees and transformed it into a there are also fruit trees and vegetables serene haven with a pond, streams, a here, and you can discover its waterfall and more. The ruins of houses collection of almost 200 destroyed by bombing raids in 1945 were varieties of tomato, burned where the garden now stands. Didier’s speciality, The name “Jardin du Brule” itself means some of which have “garden of the burning”. the zaniest names: Didier has been a fan of gardening since the rustic and local he was a child, taking inspiration from Douce de Picardie, his grandmother, who was in the garden the Buffalo Steak, every day from morning till night, and the Don Camillo, he started from scratch with only a few or the one on every trees and 7000 m2 of scorched lawn. woman's lips - the Erotica. What will make your visit truly Perhaps even more surprisingly, unforgettable is the undeniable the garden even has a little vineyard, TOP SECRET enthusiasm of the owners, their down- with a few Chardonnay vines, of which to-earth character and their eagerness Didier is very proud. The Jardin du Brule rose is the jewel in to share with visitors. You will be the garden's crown. Created on request welcomed as friends who have come from Didier, its name has been ﬁ led with LE JARDIN DU BRULE the French National Industrial Property to pick up a few gardening tips. 7, rue Roger Froissart 60112 Herchies Institute. Its scent is fruity and its Didier himself has a whole wheelbarrow Tel.: +33 (0)3 07 32 56 33 Jardindubrule.jimdo.com petals have an orange hue. full of tips, from the failproof secret to

In complete confidence THE MAG 25 ON THE MOVE IN BEAUVAIS! Calendars at

the ready! O’FILATURES

Laurent Pouilly wanted to propose something new in Beauvais, and he went all-out with O’Filatures! He began with a trendy décor, opting for an industrial look as a nod to the former spinning factory that occupied the site during the previous century, with a blend of wood and metal and ‘vintage- look’ posters of the former factory.

Then there is the overclocked bar with its bright neon lights: anyone in search of a drink after work or just with friends can choose from an incredible cocktail menu, with a different speciality cocktail every week. Between the Coco Fil, the Saphir, the Spritz or maybe the Vodka Grand Fiz, which is your favourite? Now let’s take a look at what's on the menu: this is a real brasserie, serving up delicious meat including ‘homemade’ hamburgers, crispy pizzas, salads and more. For a touch of originality, the juices running off the ham hocks with thyme and ASCA farmhouse chickens spit-roasting on the enormous rotisserie before your eyes are guaranteed to make you hungry. Do you know what ASCA stands for? ASsociation + Cultural + Argentine (a district of Beauvais) = the Argentine cultural association! This venue, which has now been open for over 40 years, is visited b y 40,000 people every year. What does it house?

Two artistic approaches: for die-hard fans of current music, there is the Ouvre-Boîte (SMAC), where almost 100 groups perform every year. As for images, there is the Agnès Varda cinema (art-house, young public, cinematic encounters, etc.) and a section reserved for multimedia, known as Le Labo. Finally, O’Filatures is first and foremost about the atmosphere: So whether you are young or old, amateur or professional, an there are party evenings with DJs and music groups for party enthusiast or just curious, ASCA is your gateway to discovering animals on some evenings, so wait no further and light up that new artists, practices and expertise...on stage and on screen! dancefloor!

O’FILATURES ASCA 1, rue des Filatures 60000 Beauvais 8, avenue de Bourgogne 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 11 11 11 Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 10 30 80 [email protected] www.asca-asso.com [email protected]

26 In complete confidence THE MAG ELISPACE

Feel like going out tonight? Can't decide between a sports match, a concert or a comedy show? Check out the programme at Elispace and find the right evening for you. This year is Elispace’s 20th anniversary, and it has certainly seen its fair share of artists. To cite only the most famous, it has played host to Indochine, Francis Cabrel, Charles Aznavour, The Cranberries and Calogero, and (more recently) Soprano and Laurent Gerra. This year, the programme features yet more big names, including Pascal Obispo and Patrick Bruel. For sports fans, Elispace is also the venue to watch the BOUC (Beauvais Oise UC) volleyball team, the finalists of the French national Futsal championship or even boxing matches. Everyone will be spoiled for choice. THÉÂTRE DU Finally, sine Elispace is a modular venue, it also hosts a large number of trade fairs and local fairs. So you can pick out your new favourite dress or BEAUVAISIS find the perfect room for the ceremony at the marriage fair, or discover the latest trends at the home interior fair. So get your calendars out! The Théâtre du Beauvaisis theatre has a multifaceted programme aimed at everyone from young children upwards. It hosts plays, classical and contemporary ELISPACE dance shows, live entertainment suitable for children, 3, avenue Paul-Henri Spaak 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 10 01 01 circus performances, major music festivals like “Le www.elispace.fr Blues Autour du Zinc” and a cello festival. The Théâtre du Beauvaisis thoroughly deserves its certification as a “Scène nationale” (“National stage”). Part of the programme is performed on the

THE SOCIAL NETWORKS! WE'RE MAKING THE HEADLINES ON road (travelling through the Pays de l’Oise region) to make sure it is accessible to all inhabitants of the Beauvais region, especially in rural areas. Supporting contemporary creation and artistic and cultural education are also subjects dear to the Théâtre du Beauvaisis. And, since the show must go one, there is a hall with a capacity of 450 seats on the site of the St.

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THÉÂTRE DU BEAUVAISIS 40, rue Vinot Préfontaine 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 06 08 20 www.theatredubeauvaisis.com

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In complete confidence THE MAG 27 SPEEDPARK At this veritable indoor entertainment venue, there is fun to be had for all ages. One word of advice: dress casual. Speedpark is where everybody comes to have a good time.

The adventure begins: ask for your shoe size, slip into your white and blue trainers and roll your ball down the gleaming lane of the bowling alley, stay out of the gutters and...STRIIIIIIIIIIIKE! If you're in the mood for something else, you can don your jacket studded with light sensors, grab your infrared laser pistol and shoot it out in a labyrinth. Who will be the phantom sniper, and who will be the sharpshooter? Are you more of a thrill-seeker? Then put on your helmet, get behind the wheel of your go-kart and set off at full speed on our 500 m track, featuring its own bridge and tunnel! Thrills and spills guaranteed! Of course, there is also a snack bar, bar and restaurant on site, as well as arcade games and pool tables.

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AQUASPACE

Are you more single-colour, flashy, flowers, stripes or polka dots? We are, of course, referring to your swimming costume, which you will need when you come to Aquaspace in Beauvais. This water leisure centre is a little paradise for anyone who enjoys having a dip and features a range of leisure activities for all the family! Come and have fun in the play area, the favourite place to be for children: it has a 295 m2 pool, waterslides, a play lagoon, a huge 120 m river that you can travel down in water at 28° C, a waterfall, seats, alcoves and massage water jets…. Kids will love it! If you are looking for a bit of peace and quiet, take a relaxing break in an environment dedicated to wellness. Take a moment to immerse yourself in this warm, intimate environment and let yourself be pampered: there is a balneotherapy bath at 31°C, a jacuzzi, a sauna, a Turkish bath, a cold-water pool, heated tiles and more. You can come here in winter to warm yourself up on those long, cold grey TOP SECRET days, but you can also come when the weather is fine and enjoy the outdoor area, which features sun chairs, tables, chairs and parasols for tanning to your heart’s content, reading or doing anything else to soothe your mind. The Aquaspace water park opened in 2008 and has plenty of other surprises in store. So, it's time to get that costume on! Admire its 21st Century architecture. Learn how a swimming pool works, and see how art can have its place in a functional building AQUASPACE as you discover the ceramic frieze on its Rue Antonio de Hojas 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 10 00 40 66 walls. www.aquaspace.fr

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A window looking out onto the world!

If feel like a break, a bit of sun or just a change of scene, make Paris-Beauvais Airport is the third-largest airport in the Paris agglomeration and was ranked 10th in the whole of France in life easy for yourself and leave from Paris-Beauvais Airport! You 2018, with a volume of 3.8 million passengers. are under an hour and only a handful of euros from the weekend So what do you prefer? The warm sunshine of the Mediterranean, of your dreams: there are around sixty destinations covered by the cultural wealth of the Eastern countries or the beautiful companies like Ryanair, Air Moldova, Blue Air, Wizzair, Volotea beaches and Laudamotion to give you that travel bug. of the islands of Corsica, Sardinia and Sicily? Every year, new destinations are added to the roster, most recently You no longer have any excuse not to spoilt yourself with a little Prague, Vienna, Sibiu, Koutaissi and Malta, so you have plenty of holiday merely hours from your home. It could not be easier: go to choice as to where to go for a chance of scene. www.aeroportparisbeauvais.com

Off you go, get your bags packed!

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TENERIFE TANGER NADOR OUJDA Destinations desservies de mars 2018 à mars 2019 RABAT FES Destinations desservies du 25 mars au 28 octobre 2018

MARRAKECH Mise à jour : octobre 2018

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... DURING YOUR STAY IN THE BEAUVAIS REGION

Tourist Offi ce of the Agglomeration of Beauvais 1, rue- 60000 Beauvais Tel.: +33 (0)3 44 15 30 30 www.visitbeauvais.fr