Beaune

Beaune

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownBeaunePommard at 4.5 km (8 min)
Insee code21054Chorey-les-Beaune at 4.7 km (9 min)
Postcode21200Montagny-lès-Beaune at 5.2 km (9 min)
Latitude47.0260300Vignoles at 5.3 km (9 min)
Longitude4.8400040Aloxe-Corton at 5.5 km (9 min)
AltitudeFrom 193 to 407 metersVolnay at 5.8 km (10 min)
Surface31.30 km²Savigny-lès-Beaune at 6 km (10 min)
Population22012 inhabitantsLevernois at 6.7 km (10 min)
Density718 inhabitants/km²Bligny-lès-Beaune at 6.9 km (11 min)
National labelBouze-lès-Beaune at 7 km (9 min)
Chief townDijon (at 47 km, 40 min)Ruffey-lès-Beaune at 7 km (10 min)
DepartmentCôte-d'OrLadoix-Serrigny at 7.4 km (11 min)
RegionBurgundySearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

40 km south of Dijon, this little fortified town of 23 000 inhabitants, as was encircled by its ramparts and bastions, and is still in the early 21st century trading center of Burgundy. In its venerable houses wines ripen nicely nectars called "wines".

Parliamentary capital in the fifteenth century in the duchy of Burgundy which prefigures Europe, this city of art and story illustrates the spiritual adventure, cultural, economic, and soon a province in the heart of Europe.

Along the walls, a hotel-God never ceases to redeem the "sins" of a great servant to "state Bourguignon" Nicolas Rolin. This famous site visited by more than 400 000 people each year, rightly proud of a masterpiece of Flemish painting: the altarpiece of the Last Judgment attributed to the painter Rogier van der Weyden.

In a city where one can still stroll, we discover a ducal hotel converted into a museum of wine and situated between the Rue du Paradis and rue d'Enfer - can not be created! -. Emerging from the same street, coincidence? The gaze is on the collegiate church of Notre-Dame, youngest daughter told the Abbey of Cluny.

And always, to homes in mansions, a whole society scrolls, aristocrats of the sword or dresses, merchants and notables but also artists, Felix Ziem paint Venice ... and Jules Marey invents itself as one of the fathers of cinema.

A vineyard of 580 hectares, this red wine from Pinot noir. One area of exception which 320 hectares 1er Cru (the largest surface 1er cru from any coast). Farms, candid, colorful, full of fire and bouquet, soft, these are wines Beaune. The Duke of Clarence sentenced to death by his brother the king of England, exclaimed: "I want to be drowned in a cask of wine Beaune that my death is effortlessly good. What better promotion ...

Gastronomy is an integral part of the life of a Burgundian. Fine cuisine, full of tradition and innovation.

A good table is carefully balanced: the gougeres cheese as hors d'oeuvres around a Kir to open the appetite. A ham marbling or Burgundy snails, or the poached eggs are a delicious entry. Then comes the beef bourguignon, coq au vin, quail in the wine grower, the Burgundian stew, ham with wine lees. All these casseroles agree so well with the wines of the region.


SIGHTSEEING

Beaune, whose heritage is experiencing a remarkable conservation, allows visitors and residents enjoy a privileged setting. Rounded in its walls, Beaune offers a smooth face and charming mingling studs Middle Ages, the sweetness of Romanesque architecture and delightful mansions of the 15th and 16th century.

  • Museum of Fine Arts: it is in the beautiful architectural ensemble of the Porte Marie de Bourgogne, the museum presents its rich collection of 12th to 20th century. Do not miss the Flemish paintings and the Netherlands in the 16th and 17th centuries and the native son, Felix Ziem, famous for its many views of Venice and its Orientalist canvases.
  • The Hotel-Dieu: jewel Beaune and Burgundy, the famous Hotel-Dieu initiated in 1443 by Chancellor Nicolas Rolin is a masterpiece of the Franco-Flemish art and a wonderful witness to the civil architecture Middle Ages. In the courtyard of the famous glazed tile roofs you will discover the splendor of a hospital established "for the rest of the bodies and souls".
  • Musée du Vin de Bourgogne: housed in the charming Hotel des Ducs de Bourgogne 15th century, it was conceived in the spirit of "Arts and Popular Traditions. Just push a door to get into the story of the vine and wine. On the first floor, let yourself go in the imaginary world of wine through the scenery of Aubusson tapestries made by Lurçat and Tourlière.
  • Collegiate Church of Notre Dame: "Daughter of Cluny" dominated the art novel, Our Lady tells us the history of religious architecture in Burgundy from the 12th to the 16th century. Take time to admire the ornate chorus of five remarkable 15th century tapestries depicting the life of Mary, the house and the charming small cloister of the Middle Ages. At the exit, take your fancy as the Rue d'Enfer, or Paradise.
  • Les Caves tourist and tourist areas of Beaune wine. Circled like a drum by its ramparts and bastions, Beaune deserves its title of capital of Burgundy wines! Make a "down cellar" is a must.
  • The Mansions: Greenacres medieval timber-framed, Renaissance facades caryatids mansions of Gothic or elegant residences of the great century, Beaune is beautifully preserved. A stroll in the heart of the city is required!
  • The Walls of the City: Beaune preserved fortifications that form a walkway around 2 km punctuated with private enclaves. For within the city or along the boulevards, discover fortified bastions, towers, turrets, gardens and squares, which are the charm of this walk.
  • The Church of St. Nicolas: beyond the elegant Porte Saint-Nicolas was built in the 13th century outside the walls, the church of Saint Nicolas. By visiting this area of vineyards has kept its typical small houses courtyard, stop for a moment under the welcoming porch with stone benches of the church.
  • Visit Beaune inside: on the steps of the dukes of Burgundy, the course Beaune inside will give you an overview of the heritage of the city in all its diversity, the former Gallo-Roman houses.
  • Guided tour of the Fallot Mustard. Latest craft manufacturer, House Fallot pays tribute to this iconic product of Burgundy. A true initiatory course to discover the history of mustard, the manufacture and enjoy!
  • The Park Bouzaize: delicious park designed "English" in the early 20th century, generations of Beaunois have walked in the shade of tall trees and were boating on the small artificial lake. It is also the start of the cycle route Beaune - Santenay.
  • Mount: place of residence and walk it on the Mountain and since its orientation table that offers a superb panoramic view over the city and its vineyards. At his feet, bordered between Pommard and Savigny les Beaune the vineyard presents its 652 hectares of appellations of origin that make Beaune the "Wine Village" the most important area of Burgundy.
  • The Park Creuzotte: Adjoining the Park Bouzaize these 6500 m² recently refurbished with respect for the environment are primarily dedicated to relaxation and well being. This garden totally pioneering in its concept invites hikers to discover nature by walking on elevated paths to preserve the flora and fauna. Rest Areas, areas of picnic stop bikeway made with natural materials and innovative open to visitors in search of gentleness and peace.
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Beaune
Information pointsTourist Office of Beaune
Leisure centresMuseum of Fine Art - Musée Marey,   Museum of the Vin de Bourgogne
MonumentsChurch Saint-Nicolas,   Collegiate Church Notre-Dame,   Tower of L'horloge

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS
  • The sale of wine to almshouses Beaune It is surely the most famous events in Burgundy. The third Sunday of November, takes place at the Hotel-Dieu "selling wines of the Hospices de Beaune. The sale was preceded on Saturday of "chapter" of the Brotherhood of Knights Tastevin.
  • The International Festival of Baroque opera Beaune: Beaune festival is part of the most prestigious festivals of baroque music in Europe. It perpetuates the tradition of the musical court of the dukes of Burgundy considered one of the brightest and most sumptuous 15th century.
  • Retro Cinema: Silent Film Festival in live performance. Cinema Retro is a refreshing tribute to the spirit of burlesque directors and actors of the generation of Chaplin and Buster Keaton. Designed as a complete show for all the fair heads as temples gray, retro cinema is an invitation to explore the cinematic heritage of 20 years, in his shorts as rare in his films successful.
  • Beaune Jazz - jazz festival and the great wines of Burgundy tasting and two evening concerts, art exhibitions, film screenings, presentations and educational fun for children, jazz masterclasses, training at the tasting Wine, jazz Beaune is first and foremost epicurean. Rhythm, flavors and tastes for staging of all the senses.
  • The living bread, wine, cheese: 460 varieties of cheeses from all over France, nearly 20 wineries, a joyous farandole bread, await visitors at the show bread, wine, cheese every year in October.
  • The 24 h Beaune: Beaune 24 hours are an original design containing both humor and athletic achievement. Each team consists of 8 people, designs and implements a prototype for non-motorized travel at least two crewmen. The conditions of acceptance of the vehicle are controlled in a very precise technical file and the race itself, combines all the characteristics of a great sporting event. Curiosity added, all participating teams are required to create a new car with an overall theme decor craft, theme imposed by the organizers.
  • The water gardens during the festival: the festival over water gardens designed to highlight the architectural and natural heritage of the city Beaune. It therefore comes under three main aspects: the tour of course mansions, visiting gardens built for the festival, and visit the Museum of Fine Arts for a special exhibition. The next festival comes to gardens turn into three components: an aromatic garden, a garden of thousand flowers, and seven temporary gardens.
  • Flea market: from February to October. These fairs are very popular and sought after by antique dealers. They are held in the famous halls of the city hosting the big auction of the world: the sale of wines Beaune hospices.
  • Beaune Flavors of Vines: Beaune, flavors vineyards invites you to discover gourmet terroirs and wines Beaune on foot inside the vineyard. Six miles, an easy course, for families and 5 steps to sample the gastronomic variety of wines Beaune. The tastings will be discussed by the tenants. Musical entertainment, arts are scheduled for this special day.
  • Festival du Film Policier: Program: competition of feature films, the main challenge of the event, which will include a dozen films. Another competition will present on "new blood". Bringing together five films about, it will reward filmmakers who offer work apparently shifted relative to gender, but in fact, bring a fresh perspective, often a social nature. A selection of short films will also place a board dedicated solely to it. Like the previous stages of the festival in Cognac, a tribute will be paid to personality in the literary world that is part of the detective novel. Finally, a panel of personalities from literature and film will present the grand prize of the French roman noir and the international authors of the quality of the work will be the only selection criterion.
  • The vineyards of Beaune celebrate St Vincent: The fields and houses Beaune open their doors and invite you to enter the unique world of the Holy Vincent.Durant two days, women and men of the name you expect for you to discover their work and their expertise. On the occasion of St. Vincent, the vintners of Beaune have decided to share the feast at which they pay tribute to their patron saint.

ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND

Excursions in the vineyard: discovering the vineyards of the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune. The closed renowned vineyards of the rugged roads, it all tastes and all colors of burgundy that we focus, sniffed and tasted.

Possibility of ballooning.

PHOTOS
Hospices Civils de Beaune - Hotel-Dieu
 
Collegiate Notre Dame
Wine Museum
 
Glass of white wine was on
Wine Auction Hospices de Beaune
 
International Festival of Baroque Opera
Water Gardens Festival Courses
 
Beef Bourguignon
Cheese Burgundy
 
Véloroute Beaune - Santenay
Balloon Flight
  
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WEATHER
Monday 13 February
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Tuesday 14 February
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Wednesday 15 February
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RESTAURANTS 
La regalade de maria
Beaune
Restaurant located in a beautiful 19th century mansion.
Located in BeauneFrom 30 € to 110 € per person 
Hostellerie du vieux moulin
Bouilland
The kitchen singing the soil with great finesse and balance the flavors. Laurent Klisz, passionate and curious, always makes sure to surprise with revenues but confirmed revisited....
Located 12.6 km from BeauneFrom 25 € to 90 € per person 
Moulin d'Hauterive
Saint-Gervais-en-Vallière
Gourmet cuisine, large choice of Burgundy. Stylish atmosphere and laid-back.
Located 14.1 km from BeauneFrom 25 € to 60 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La Ferme de Marjolet  
Monthelie
Just 5 km away from Beaune and 2 km from Pommard, this country retreat will seduce you by its exceptional natural setting and authenticity. La Ferme de Marjolet is an old 12th century...
Located 6.8 km from BeauneFrom 120 € to 150 € the double room 
La Maison des abeilles    
9.6
Magny-lès-Villers
Next to Beaune, nestled in the heart of the vineyard, in a charming village at the junction of the Cotes de Nuits, Cotes de Beaune and the Hautes Cotes, I offer five comfortable, tastefully...
Located 7.7 km from BeauneFrom 62 € to 67 € the double room 
La chapelle du domaine    
8.7
Saint-Loup-Géanges
Located 7 km from Beaune, in a park with old trees, Anne and Hiram you receive in one of their 5 bedrooms. And breakfast and pool tables.
Located 9.1 km from Beaune89 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gites studio 2 pers en bourgogne
Pernand-Vergelesses
Nice studio entirely renovated with taste in a small detached building housing (also for rent). Located in the beautiful village of Pernand Vergelesses. Jardin and terrace at the back,...
Located 6.1 km from BeauneFrom 230 € to 300 € per week 
Gite rural La Grande Varenne
Saint-Loup-de-la-Salle
In the heart of Burgundy, an agricultural and wine-producing country where good-living is associated with good eating and good drinking, Edouard and Marie-Christine welcome you in their...
Located 9.8 km from BeauneFrom 465 € to 550 € per week 
Les Clusers  
10
Premeaux-Prissey
Close to the wine route, this single storey cottage, built in RC the house owner, is ideally situated for visiting tourist spots and the vineyard. Modern open kitchen area. 2 bedrooms...
Located 12.5 km from BeauneFrom 375 € to 490 € per week 

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HOTELS
Hotel Belle Epoque     
8.6
Beaune
The Hotel Belle Epoque, a former wine merchant’s house, is a charming residence fully restored in the Burgundian traditional. It is just 3 minutes from the city centre of Beaune. Choose...
Located in BeauneRoom from 88 €
Hostellerie Le Cèdre     
8.5
Beaune
Set in a garden that boasts 100-year-old trees, Hostellerie Le Cèdre is located in Beaune, in the picturesque Burgundy region. It offers a sauna, massage treatments and a gastronomic...
Located in BeauneRoom from 159 €
Hotel De La Cloche     
8.2
Beaune
Situated in the wine capital of Burgundy, Hotel De La Cloche is a 3-minute walk from the Hospices de Beaune. It offers free Wi-Fi and a garden planted with 100-year-old trees. The soundproofed...
Located in BeauneRoom from 63 €

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