Castles and Defense Sites
Château d'Ancy-le-Franc
ANCY-LE-FRANC 
Just one trip to Burgundy and you'll be hooked
Taking things slow through time
Admiration or serenity? Which feeling will overwhelm you as you venture inside a Cistercian abbey? A medieval experience climbing to the top of a watchtower or a rural stroll along the narrow streets of a charming little village. Which atmosphere will you choose as you take it slow on your journey through time?
Monks, knights, boatmen, traditional craftspeople... listen carefully and you might just hear the soft murmurings through the ancient monuments, from these people who've left their mark, these witnesses of Burgundy's rich history, of this land of people who love their land.
You only have to come to Burgundy once to fall in love.
Must-sees
Learn to appreciate your surroundings from a different perspective
Burgundy is a scintillating region thanks to the countless sites that are listed as World Heritage Sites by UNESCO, the elegant châteaus, etc. However, sometimes the talent of the builders can be overshadowed by the calm and elegance of the monuments. Try admiring them from a different angle, listen to the stories, play with the light, and you'll see these majestic yet intimate monuments from a very different perspective.
The Château de Cormatin
Open your eyes! Here every perspective offers a different view of this superb 17th-century château. The multitude of colours in the vegetable garden, the symbolic reflections in the room of mirrors, the visual effect created by the lines on the exterior façades.
Brush up on the basics
Your journey back in time continues to the period of the Gauls in Bibracte, a former oppidum that was revived from the ashes thanks to significant work carried out by archaeologists from all over the world, then on to the Renaissance-style château of Ancy-le-Franc. You'll soon know Burgundy like the back of your hand!
Maryline Martin, director of Guédelon medieval worksite
A word from someone who is passionate about Burgundy
In Burgundy, you'll soon see that we are fascinated by the Middle Ages! In 1995, a far-fetched project was launched, to build a medieval castle, only using the techniques and materials of that time.
Welcome to Guédelon medieval worksite in Puisaye, a one-of-a-kind place where passionate labourers will be thrilled to share the skills of their professions with you. You can even lend them a hand if you want.
The director of the worksite, Maryline Martin, tells you more about this incredible challenge.
The sacred gems you will want to cherish
These superb villages that will forever hold a special place in your heart
Flavigny-sur-Ozerain
Flavigny-sur-Ozerain is listed as one of "Les Plus Beaux Villages de France"® (Most Beautiful Villages in France) and this is where the sweet scent of aniseed from the "exceedingly good sweet", has wafted through the air along the cobbled streets for centuries.
Flavigny-sur-Ozerain: visit the village and surrounding area
Châteauneuf-en-Auxois
Let's go and explore Châteuneuf which overlooks the Auxois region and Burgundy Canal. It is a candidate for "the Favourite Village of the French People" and you are sure to enjoy exploring this little medieval village.
Châteauneuf-en-Auxois: village and château
New additions, guided tours, exhibitions
Favourites for 2021: they are sure to be a hit…
There are some new additions to the programme of cultural events for 2021. New exhibitions are being unveiled, visitor's tours are being given a makeover and even more themed activities are now available. History is always being rewritten in Burgundy.
MuséoParc Alésia
MuséoParc Alesia is where you can learn all about the most well-known battle in French history, and the visitor's tour has had a makeover. At the end of the tour, how would you like to take a tour of the battle ruins thanks to augmented reality? Those looking for even more can also take part in an escape game.
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A word from someone who is passionate about Burgundy
Michel Rouger, director of the MuséoParc Alésia wants to share some secrets of this place with you.
