{"id":2875,"date":"2026-10-15T14:11:31","date_gmt":"2026-10-15T12:11:31","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/?p=2875"},"modified":"2026-09-28T14:14:47","modified_gmt":"2026-09-28T12:14:47","slug":"santas-train-december-2026-chateau-des-barres","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/train-du-pere-noel-toucy-decembre-2026-chateau-des-barres\/","title":{"rendered":"Santa's Train in Toucy, December 2026 | Ch\u00e2teau des Barres"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote><p>From the Ch\u00e2teau des Barres in Sainpuits, we invite you to experience the Santa Claus Train in Toucy on Sunday, December 20, 2026. This family outing in Puisaye combines a ride aboard the Transpoyaudin, a meet-and-greet with Santa Claus, and an exploration of the region, before returning to the tranquility of our group lodging.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>As the holidays approach, we\u2019d like to share some ideas for outings that are the perfect complement to a stay at Ch\u00e2teau des Barres. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/\"><strong>Santa's Train in Toucy, December 2026<\/strong><\/a> This is a unique activity to enjoy with family or friends. Starting in Toucy, in the Yonne department, this event offers a festive experience while allowing you to discover part of the Puisaye region in a different way. From our vacation rental in Sainpuits, you can easily incorporate this excursion into a December weekend dedicated to catching up with loved ones and exploring the local area.<\/p>\n<h2>Santa's Train in Toucy on December 20, 2026<\/h2>\n<p>The <strong>Santa's Train in Toucy<\/strong> is scheduled for Sunday, December 20, 2026. The departure is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. from the <strong>Toucy Train Station, Avenue de la Gare<\/strong>, with a return around 5:30 p.m. The organizers recommend arriving about twenty minutes before departure to ensure a smooth boarding process.<\/p>\n<p>According to information published by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.puisaye-tourisme.fr\/agenda\/train-du-pere-noel\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">the Puisaye-Forterre Tourist Office<\/a>, Santa Claus symbolically leaves his reindeer behind to take his seat aboard the <strong>Transpoyaudin<\/strong>. The train runs between Toucy and Villiers-Saint-Beno\u00eet, offering a special festive experience designed for the holiday season.<\/p>\n<h2>A family activity to enjoy the Christmas spirit<\/h2>\n<p>December is often a time to focus on activities that bring people together. Santa\u2019s Train is the perfect way to fulfill this desire to share a special experience with children, parents, and grandparents. The experience isn\u2019t just about the ride\u2014it combines the joy of traveling by train with the magic of the holiday season.<\/p>\n<p>We enjoy this kind of outing because it adds variety to a trip without requiring too many trips or visits. You can spend part of the day in Toucy, then return to the more peaceful atmosphere of Sainpuits.<\/p>\n<p>To round out your preparation, you can check out the suggested activities offered by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tourisme-yonne.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Yonne Tourism<\/a> as well as regional tourist information from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bourgognefranchecomte.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Burgundy-Franche-Comt\u00e9 Tourism<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>Explore Toucy and the Puisaye region during your stay<\/h2>\n<p>Toucy is one of the most iconic towns in the Puisaye region. A trip to celebrate the <strong>Santa's Train in Toucy, December 2026<\/strong> It can therefore also serve as a starting point for a broader exploration of this part of the Yonne<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 50%;\"><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%;\"><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Our page dedicated to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/activities-in-burgundy-franche-comte\/\">Activities in Bourgogne-Franche-Comt\u00e9<\/a> lets you find different ideas for planning your schedule. You can also explore the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/activity\/colettes-house-in-saint-sauveur-en-puisaye\/\">Colette's House in Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye<\/a> or visit our page dedicated to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/activity\/guedelon-medieval-construction-site\/\">Gu\u00e9delon Medieval Construction Site<\/a> to plan other visits based on seasonal opening hours.<\/p>\n<h2>Enjoy a group getaway at Ch\u00e2teau des Barres<\/h2>\n<p>After an afternoon spent in Toucy, you\u2019ll return to the Ch\u00e2teau des Barres and its peaceful surroundings in Sainpuits. We welcome families and groups of friends looking for a place where everyone can enjoy the common areas while still having all the comforts needed for a stay of several days.<\/p>\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/group-lodging-in-the-yonne\/\"><strong>group lodging in the Yonne department<\/strong><\/a> It fits particularly well into this type of winter program. Days can be spent exploring and discovering new places, while evenings offer the chance to gather in a charming home.<\/p>\n<p>In particular, you can round out your day with our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/fontenoy-christmas-market-december-2026-chateau-des-barres\/\">Fontenoy Christmas Market in December 2026<\/a>. These two events make it possible to plan a trip focused on the Christmas spirit and exploring the Puisaye region.<\/p>\n<h2>A December weekend designed for spending time together<\/h2>\n<p>The Ch\u00e2teau des Barres is an ideal starting point for planning a trip that combines <strong>friendliness, exploration, and heritage<\/strong>. In December, the more leisurely pace of the Burgundy countryside creates an atmosphere quite different from that of the summer months. This allows you to make the most of time spent with loved ones while planning a few specific outings.<\/p>\n<table style=\"border-collapse: collapse; width: 100%;\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td style=\"width: 50%;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2193 size-large\" title=\"interior of the Chateau des Barres lounge\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/interieur-salon-chateau-des-barres-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"interior of the Chateau des Barres lounge\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/interieur-salon-chateau-des-barres-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/interieur-salon-chateau-des-barres-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/td>\n<td style=\"width: 50%;\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-2130 size-large\" title=\"Burgundy-Franche-Comt\u00e9, Ch\u00e2teau des Barres, Yonne, Park\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bourgogne-franche-comte-chateau-des-barres-yonne-parc-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Burgundy-Franche-Comt\u00e9, Ch\u00e2teau des Barres, Yonne, Park\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bourgogne-franche-comte-chateau-des-barres-yonne-parc-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/bourgogne-franche-comte-chateau-des-barres-yonne-parc-768x432.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>If you're planning a family gathering, our page dedicated to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/family-reunion-at-a-burgundy-chateau\/\">family gatherings at the castle<\/a> highlights the activities available in the area. If you're planning a trip with several friends, you can also check out our page dedicated to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/weekend-with-friends-in-the-yonne-at-a-castle\/\">Weekends with friends in the Yonne department<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>FAQ<\/h2>\n<h3>When will the Santa Claus Train run in Toucy in December 2026?<\/h3>\n<p>Santa's Train is scheduled for <strong>Sunday, December 20, 2026<\/strong>. The trip is scheduled to depart at 3:00 p.m. from the Toucy train station, and the return is expected around 5:30 p.m.<\/p>\n<h3>Where is the departure point for the Santa Claus Train?<\/h3>\n<p>The departure takes place at the <strong>Toucy Train Station, Avenue de la Gare, 89130 Toucy<\/strong>, in the Yonne department.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the route of the Santa Claus Train?<\/h3>\n<p>The Transpoyaudin runs between <strong>Toucy and Villiers-Saint-Beno\u00eet<\/strong>. Tourist traffic is particularly heavy during the Christmas season.<\/p>\n<h3>Is the Santa Claus Train family-friendly?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes. The event is designed to welcome people of all ages and is a particularly suitable outing for a <strong>Family vacation in December<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3>What are some things to do around Toucy during a stay in Sainpuits?<\/h3>\n<p>You can discover several villages in the Puisaye region, visit Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, explore various cultural sites, or simply enjoy the scenery of the Yonne department. We recommend that you check the sites\u2019 opening hours before you go.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Depuis le Ch\u00e2teau des Barres \u00e0 Sainpuits, nous vous proposons de d\u00e9couvrir le Train du P\u00e8re No\u00ebl \u00e0 Toucy le dimanche 20 d\u00e9cembre 2026. Cette sortie familiale en Puisaye combine voyage \u00e0 bord du Transpoyaudin, rencontre avec le P\u00e8re No\u00ebl et d\u00e9couverte du territoire, avant de retrouver le calme de notre g\u00eete de groupe. \u00c0 [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":2876,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"inline_featured_image":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2875","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2875","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2875"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2875\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":2880,"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2875\/revisions\/2880"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2876"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2875"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2875"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.chateau-des-barres.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2875"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}