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THE places to see
Major tourist sites of Burgundy

From north to south, Burgundy has many faces and a wealth of treasures to discover and explore. From historic and religious settings to natural sites, from castles and châteaux to striking towns, plan your own extraordinary trip through the leafy Burgundian countryside. A Burgundy adventure, to share with family or friends.

 

Fancy yourself as an historian? Step into the past at Guédelon, a medieval building site unique in Europe, and at the Alésia MuséoParc. If you are fascinated by old religious buildings, then visit the basilica at Vézelay, Fontenay abbey and the priory church of La Charité-sur-Loire, all classed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Nature lovers will want to sail along Burgundy's canals, climb the Mont Beuvray and explore Bibracte, classed as a 'Grand Site de France'...

At the heart of Burgundy's towns of artistic and historical interest, you can take an unusual walking tour: Chouette tour in Dijon, Cadet Roussel tour in Auxerre... All year round there is a full and varied programme of events: Augustodunum historical spectacle at Autun, Festival of Street Arts in Chalon-sur-Saône or the famous Hospices wine auction in Beaune. There is something to suit all tastes!

 

  • Semur-en-Brionnais
    Semur-en-Brionnais

    Major Cluniac site

    Classed as one of the loveliest villages in France, this former capital of the Brionnais is the ideal destination for heritage enthusiasts.

  • Noyers-sur-Serein
    Noyers-sur-Serein

    Lovely medieval village in Serein valley

    In the north of the Avallonnais, Noyers-sur-Serein surprises visitors with its half-timbered houses, carved pilasters, soaring wisteria and medieval arcades.

  • Flavigny-sur-Ozerain
    Flavigny-sur-Ozerain

    Fairy tale setting with a sweet centre

    Beyond the Montbard hills, the picturesque village of Flavigny-sur-Ozerain stands atop its rocky spur.

  • Dijon
    Dijon

    Capital of the Dukes of Burgundy

    Although it's the ideal departure point for the Route des Grands Crus along the Côte de Nuits, it's hard to tear yourself away from the capital of the ancient Duchy of Burgundy.

  • Chalon-sur-Saône
    Chalon-sur-Saône

    Town of historic & artistic interest

    The birthplace of Nicéphore Niepce is more than just the cradle of photography.

  • Autun
    Autun

    2,000 years of History

    Built amidst woods and rounded fields, Autun is the town of historical and artistic interest par excellence.

  • Nevers
    Nevers

    Religion and passion

    Famed for its lovely earthenware and as a place of pilgrimage, this old ducal city stands in the shadow of the first château to be built on the Loire.

  • Auxerre
    Auxerre

    Between wine and water

    With its winding streets and rich heritage, Auxerre is a delightful town of historical and artistic interest, just a few kilometres from the Chablis vineyards.

  • Joigny
    Joigny

    Town of artistic & historical interest

    North of Auxerre, this ‘waterside' town is the ideal departure point for a trip along the Canal de Bourgogne.

  • Châteauneuf-en-Auxois
    Châteauneuf-en-Auxois

    One of the loveliest villages in France

    High on its rocky spur, the fortified village of Châteauneuf still stands guard over the road from Dijon to Autun.

  • Châtillon-sur-Seine/The Vix treasure
    Châtillon-sur-Seine/The Vix treasure

    Secrets of a Celtic lady

    On the Burgundian ‘oppidum' trail, in the upper Seine valley, the town of Châtillon-sur-Seine is home to a fabulous archaeological treasure from the first Iron Age.

  • Guédelon, a medieval castle
    Guédelon, a medieval castle

    A unique historical challenge

    At the heart of the Puisaye forest, “medieval workers” have formed a clearing in which they are building a fortified castle using 13th century methods, without cranes or electricity.

  • Renaissance châteaux in northern Burgundy
    Renaissance châteaux in northern Burgundy

    An aura of the Loire

    Although better known for its Romanesque abbeys and impregnable castles, Burgundy is also home to some outstanding Renaissance châteaux.

  • The château of Cormatin
    The château of Cormatin

    Place of delight

    A major stage on the Châteaux of southern Burgundy tourist route, Cormatin has something for everyone.

  • Le château de Bazoches
    Le château de Bazoches

    Bazoches du Morvan - 58190

    Accroché aux collines Morvandelles, tout près de Vézelay, le château dresse ses tours.

  • Churches of the Brionnais
    Churches of the Brionnais

    Spiritual journey through southern Burgundy

    Grand or humble, high up in the village or tucked away between hedge-trimmed meadows...

  • Basilica of Paray-le-Monial
    Basilica of Paray-le-Monial

    Jewel of Cluniac art

    Be sure to visit Paray-le-Monial, as it is one of the loveliest places to go in Burgundy.

  • The village of Vézelay
    The village of Vézelay

    Pilgrims' hill

    On the edge of the Avallonais, Vézelay is a major site for Christianity and a charming hilltop village.

  • Tournus abbey
    Tournus abbey

    Romanesque masterpiece of the Tournugeois

    One of France's most important monastic towns stands within strong walls on the banks of the Saône, between the Bresse plain and Mâconnais hills.

  • The Hospices de Beaune
    The Hospices de Beaune

    A place of legend

    An emblematic example of 15th century Flamboyant Gothic architecture, the Hospices - or Hôtel-Dieu – bring together all the spiritual, artistic and wine-making traditions of Burgundy.

  • Cathedral of Sens
    Cathedral of Sens

    Gateway to Burgundy

    On the edge of the Orléanais, Champagne and Île-de-France, Sens is the northern gateway to Burgundy.

  • Fontenay abbey
    Fontenay abbey

    Highlight of Romanesque art

    Fontenay abbey is a Cistercian jewel in the crown of northern Burgundy, its remarkable state of preservation due to the remoteness of its leafy valley setting.

  • Abbey church of Cluny
    Abbey church of Cluny

    Spiritual heart of medieval Europe

    In 2010 six countries in western Europe celebrated the 1100th anniversary of the founding of Cluny abbey.

  • Priory of La Charité-sur-Loire
    Priory of La Charité-sur-Loire

    UNESCO World Heritage site

    La Charité-sur-Loire is a well-known ‘book town', possessing some of the finest Romanesque art and architecture in Burgundy.

  • The Loire in Burgundy
    The Loire in Burgundy

    Last wild river in Europe

    Wine routes, fishing, hiking/riding and nature exploration...

  • Burgundy  Wine Road
    Burgundy Wine Road

    The road to Burgundy wine

    From Dijon to Santenay, the Burgundy wine-growing area is a land of promise for all wine lovers.

  • The canals of Burgundy
    The canals of Burgundy

    Waterways and great scenery

    From wood floating to ceramics transport, the canals of Burgundy are a vibrant symbol of man-made history.

  • The Morvan lakes
    The Morvan lakes

    Reflecting forests and hills

    Just 2 hours from Paris, the Morvan massif is at the very heart of your holiday.

  • Bibracte and Mont Beuvray
    Bibracte and Mont Beuvray

    Archaeology and the great outdoors!

    Bibracte stands on a wooded summit in the Morvan hills.

  • MuséoParc Alésia
    MuséoParc Alésia

    In the footsteps of Vercingetorix

    A place of remembrance is emerging in the Auxois countryside.

  • Solutré rock
    Solutré rock

    An imposing sight

    Sphinx-like amidst the Mâconnais vineyards, the Roche de Solutré seems to lie in wait for visitors.