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Although better known by name than many other regions, Burgundy is
probably one of the least appreciated parts of France. Apart from wine buffs
stopping to pick up the odd case of wine from a favourite producer, most
visitors drive straight through on the A6 on their way south and miss the
beautiful countryside and, of course, the glorious gastronomy and majestic
wines.
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Beaune, the capital of Burgundy wines, is a symbol of special way of life. A delightful mixture of history and traditions, which appears here within the ramparts, or further down at the famous Hospices.
An exquisite residence, located at the ...
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Côte-d'Or - Route des Vins de Bourgogne
 Dijon - Dijon has one of the best preserved medieval centers in France. It is easy to walk and see the sites, with lots of pedestrian walking streets. You'll sample some of France's finest cuisine and drink great Burgundy wines at dinner or at one of the many wine bars in town. Dijon offers many cultural activities, including a wealth of museums and annual festivals to keep the tourist busy.
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 Beaune - Beaune is a lovely city with many cobbled streets, covered markets, townhouses and ramparts.
The Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune (Hospices de Beaune) is one of the finest examples of French fifteenth-century gothic architecture and the most popular jewel of Burgundy with its courtyard and its multicoloured roof tiles. The Hôtel-Dieu was built in the middle-age as a hospital for the poor and needy.
Under the cobblestones of Beaune you will find many caves built a few centuries ago, which now shelter great wines. Some caves are even open to the public for a visit and wine tasting session.
You will find the Bouzaize Park with its many trees, water feature, merry-go-round, playing area and small zoo; ideal for a relaxing stroll or a day out with the family.
Other tourist activities in Beaune include: the Square des Lions, the wine museum, the Art museum or the Basilique Notre Dame.
In the region you can find: Meursault Castle, Pommard Castle, the Cassissium (first European museum dedicated to blackcurrant), the Clos de Vougeot, the Citeaux Abbey, the Cluny Abbey, the Fontenay Abbey, Sully Castle and Germolles Castle.
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Vézelay
Once a mighty Grand Duchy with powerful Dukes who reigned as far north as
Flanders, this is a fascinating region with a rich and romantic history. To
discover the real Burgundy, leave the motorway at
Sens, southeast of Paris,
and use the old Route Nationale 6 all the way down to
Mâcon.
Nièvre
The Loire, the Morvan Park and lakes, the forests and the “Nivernais”
canal are really amazing places for the visitor to discover in the Nièvre.
- Rock and international jazz in
Nevers
- Follow the wine trail in Pouilly sur Loire
- Relax in the green heart of Burgundy in the Morvan country park
 Saône-et-Loire
Yonne
- Wine tasting in the villages around
Auxerre and 11th century treasures in
the cathedral
- Romanesque art and modern vehicles in
Avallon
- A big name in the middle ages, Vézelay has been designated a World
Heritage Site
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