We have written about the painter Jean Dufy a couple of times on the blog. In April 2007 I wrote that I wasn't a huge fan of his work, but having been here a while and getting to know the village and its surrounds, I have to say I understand it a lot better. Places are instantly recognisable, and the impression is somewhat of a time capsule.
Earlier this year a Dufy trail was opened in Boussay, around where he lived and where he is buried. You start at la Halle (the Boussay guinguette) and boards with paintings on them are situated along the trail, showing his art in the approximate position from which they were painted. Events mean that we haven't yet walked it, but we have plans. The official website is here, and you can download the leaflet.
Likewise, last weekend a Dufy trail was inaugurated in Preuilly. We haven't walked that one either (same reasons), but with any luck we'll be doing it this coming weekend. A guide can be picked up at the mairie, and the trail starts at the old train station.
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