A creative holiday in the heart of the Pays des Achards
Throughout the summer, the Tourist Office offers you a series of original animations to discover the region in a different way. After a nature walk or a farm visit, why not awaken your artistic side with the “Les Estiv'Arts” creative workshops?
(I.e. The Estiv'Arts are part of highlights of the summer season alongside the festival The Jaunay'Stivales, nature activities The Jaunay'Scapades to Producer Visits. Every week, immerse yourself in the world of crafts by participating in creative workshops led by local artists and artisans.
From pottery to bookbinding, from drawing to sewing, these events are designed for young and old, locals and visitors, the curious and the passionate.
This summer, reveal your creativity in the heart of the Pays des Achards!
From 8th July to 27th August 2025, the Tourist Office invites you to experience a season full of inspiration with the 6th edition of Estiv'Arts.
In a warm and friendly setting, a dozen artists and craftspeople vous ouvrent leurs ateliers à Beaulieu-sous-la-Roche et Martinet. Peinture, couture, modelage, macramé, art floral, création de bijoux, transformation de la laine, pyrogravure, reliure… testez de nombreuses techniques et repartez avec votre propre création !
These low-cost, small-group workshops offer a true immersion into the world of crafts.
In 2025, 28 workshops to discover:
- Creation of bound notebooks (Japanese binding or single notebook)
- Macrame or dried flower jewelry
- Pyrography and painting on wood
- Clay and cold porcelain modeling
- Sewing: fanny pack, customizing a t-shirt or creating a skirt
- Floral art with a master florist
- Watercolor, drawing, typewriter
- Transformation of wool on a spindle or spinning wheel
- Crochet, suncatcher making, etc.
Réservez en ligne ci-dessous vos prochains ateliers avec nos artisans d’art et créateurs !
A selection of local artists
Our workshops are led by passionate creators du territoire comme : JJmagine, Boa Home Création, Cocotalys, Galien, Ô Rêv de Cuir, So’Laine Coud, La Vie est Bell’, Luludinette, Poterie La Barbotine, Laines de mon jardin, Au fil de ma Créativité, Gwenaëlle Vaillant ou encore Natali Huon.
Find them all summer at the Cour des Arts (Beaulieu-sous-la-Roche) or in Martinet for a moment of sharing and expertise.
Next
Previous
5
Le 08/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
5
Le 10/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
5
Le 11/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
3
Le 15/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
5
Le 16/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
5
Le 17/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
5
Le 18/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
5
Le 22/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
5
Le 22/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
6
Le 28/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
5
Le 29/07/2025
Book online
Next
Previous
5
Le 10/07/2025
Book online
Practical information
(I.e.Price : €9 / participant
(except for the “floral art”, “floral hoop earrings” and “skirt” workshops: €14)
(I.e. Booking : recommended – limited places
💶Payment method : cash, credit cards, checks, holiday vouchers
⌛ Access : arrive 10 minutes before the start of the workshop
⚠️Minimum age : indicated for each workshop (from 6 to 15 years old depending on the activity)
📅 All upcoming workshops are listed above, with a link to their detailed information sheet to learn more and book.
Frequently Asked Questions – Les Estiv'Arts
❓ Do I need any equipment to participate?
No, all the materials are provided by the artists, just come with your good mood!
👶 Can we come with a younger child?
Ages are assigned based on the difficulty of the workshop and the handling of certain tools. Please follow the artist's instructions.
👥 Can I accompany without participating?
As places are limited, only participants can stay during the workshop.
👉 If your child is participating alone, you can leave them there: the instructor will take care of them and they will be in very good hands. You will simply have to come back and pick them up at the end of the activity.
👉 If you don't want to leave him alone, you will need to book your own place and participate in the workshop too. A lovely moment of sharing in perspective!
📲 Do I need to book in advance?
It is not mandatory, but strongly recommended. Places are limited to ensure the quality of the workshop and the welcome of participants in the room. You can book directly online on our website, by email at contact@achards-tourisme.com or by phone at 02 51 05 90 49. The reservation is definitively validated once the payment is accepted.
📋 The workshop is full: is a waiting list possible?
Yes, please contact us directly at the Tourist Office to be placed on the waiting list. Occasionally, cancellations occur.
🎁 Can I offer a creative workshop as a gift?
Yes, upon request, we can issue a gift voucher valid for one or more workshops, but you can also order it online by clicking on 'offer' when you make your reservation.
📍Where does the meeting take place?
All workshops take place at the Arts Court, in the heart of the village of Beaulieu-sous-la-Roche, except those of the transformation of wool which take place at Swift.
👉 The exact address will be specified in your registration confirmation.
Meeting the artisans
You want to meet the craftsmen ou participate in workshops all year ?
An art school located in Beaulieu-sous-la-Roche brings together several professional artists to promote local culture. A true living space, the School of Art offers courses around crafts and the artistic world, open to all ages and levels.
Need inspiration for your next cultural activity with us? Good news: our cultural horoscope tells you which event is right for you according to your astrological sign in the Land of Achards!