Visit 12 Rue de la Gare, in Avon, Le Départ is located at an address familiar to anyone arriving by train in the Fontainebleau area. The Fontainebleau-Avon station, situated in the town of Avon, is where visitors to the castle alight, and this café is just a few steps from the exit for visitors.
The first coffee after the train journey
The establishment is listed as coffee and fully lives up to its role as a local stopping-off point. Customers who leave an online review regularly praise the coffee quality, one of the most frequently cited highlights, along with the welcome from behind the counter. The atmosphere there is described as relaxed and calm, in pleasant surroundings. There is a bar on the premises, with toilets available – a detail that several passing travellers take the trouble to mention. One customer sums up the purpose of the place well by recommending a visit before or after the bumps, a nod to the bouldering areas in the Forest of Fontainebleau, where many climbers arrive via this very station.
Drinks, lunch and light refreshments
The drinks menu includes cafés, the beerthe wine and spirits. Le Départ also provides the lunch, whether eaten in or taken away, and online reviews describe the food as fast food, with one customer even going so far as to call their kebab the best in the Île-de-France region. The credit cards and meal vouchers are welcome there, making it a good lunch option for those working in the station area.
When to go
The café is open Monday to Saturday, 9 am to 9 pm and closed on Sundays. It’s a versatile venue, perfect for having a drink at the end of the day or waiting for an evening train. You can reach it at the 01 60 74 08 65.
