Chalon-sur-Saône

Chalon-sur-Saône

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownChalon-sur-SaôneSaint-Rémy at 3 km (7 min)
Insee code71076Châtenoy-le-Royal at 3.9 km (6 min)
Postcode71100Saint-Marcel at 4.4 km (6 min)
Latitude46.7807640Lux at 4.7 km (8 min)
Longitude4.8539470Crissey at 5.1 km (10 min)
AltitudeFrom 172 to 192 metersSevrey at 6.8 km (9 min)
Surface15.22 km²Lans at 7 km (10 min)
Population46676 inhabitantsChampforgeuil at 7.3 km (9 min)
Density3178 inhabitants/km²Oslon at 7.3 km (9 min)
National labelsChâtenoy-en-Bresse at 7.5 km (9 min)
Chief townMâcon (at 64 km, 45 min)Saint-Loup-de-Varennes at 7.8 km (10 min)
DepartmentSaône-et-LoireÉpervans at 8.5 km (11 min)
RegionBurgundySearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

Built on the banks of the Saône some 3000 years ago, after a naval base in antiquity, instead of large fairs during the Middle Ages and trading center for modern times and modern times, is now under Chalon-sur-Saône prefecture of Saone-et-Loire, the first town in the department and the second economic center of Burgundy. Its booming economy has always been conducive to the development of trade, due to the window shopping Chalon southern Burgundy!

The city, with its popularity, has hosted many people born or spent at Chalon: Niepce, the inventor of photography, Vivant Denon, an artist and diplomat responsible for the organization of museums in France and the Louvre in Napoleon's time; or Emiland Gauthey, engineer of bridges and roads in the 18th century.

Côte Chalonnaise, classified AOC, is blessed with rich vineyards, including Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines give Mercurey, Givry, Rully and Montagny taste so appreciated by specialists.

Chalon is a cultural capital town of art history and home to many tourist attractions: museums Denon and Niepce, who has over two million images and the first camera created, Space Arts, the 'Abattoir (one of six National Centers of Production Street), the National Conservatory of Music and Dance, the Cathedral of St. Vincent and the Parc des Expositions, not to mention the streets of Strasbourg, mark all food.

Another monument: the Carnival. For nearly a century, is one of the most prestigious and famous of France. It is characterized mainly by "gôniots" characters created Chalon, kings of disguise ugly and burlesque, and its carnival rides home to the most important and innovative. Each year, more than 10,000 visitors attend this genuine institution.

But the city is best known for its cultural event "Chalon dans la Rue", which meets annually since 1986 in July, artists, street theater, ready to show the richness of their creativity and talent for the benefit Chalon public and visitors. This is one of the largest street performance festival held in France, acclaimed around the hexagon and Europe.

Chalon is a city for the less sporty, with nearly 15,000 licensed and hundreds of clubs, housed in structures such as the Colosseum, the Verizon Center in the city. Organizations internationally renowned flower, as the circle Chalon water, first French amateur club swimming, with nearly 1,200 licensed and the sports club, basketball court, "Elan", founded in 1970, distinguished in the professional category for 1994, reaching the best French and European levels, or RCC, rugby club linked to the National League.

The city is also distinguished in the field of the environment. In 2002, Chalon was chosen as a pilot city to engage in the program PRIVILEGE (Cities Initiative Programme for Reducing Greenhouse Gas), signed with the ADEME and the European Union. Not to mention that it also invests in bike paths and green spaces so popular with tourists and Chalon.

All of which make Chalon a dynamic city where life is good, a leisure and conviviality.


SIGHTSEEING

Museums Denon and Niepce.

Cathedral Saint-Vincent.

Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Chalon-sur-Saône
Information pointsTourist Office of Chalon-sur-Saône
Leisure centresMuseum Nicéphore Niépce,   Museum Vivant Denon
MonumentsCathedral Saint-Vincent,   Church Saint-Pierre
Performance hallsChalon Nord (Sortie Autoroute),   Clos Bourguignon,   Espace des Arts,   La Péniche,   Municipal Theatre of Chalon-sur-Saône,   Salle Marcel Sembat,   Theatre Piccolo,   Theatre À Cran

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

"Chalon dans la Rue": every year in July. This cultural event brings together artists of street theater, ready to show the richness of their creativity and their talents to the public Chalonnais and visitors. This is one of the most important festivals of street show held in France, acclaimed around the hexagon and Europe.

PHOTOS
The Saône and the Cathedral St. Vincent views of the St. Lawrence Island
  
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Wednesday 15 February
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Thursday 16 February
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Friday 17 February
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RESTAURANTS 
Restaurant de la maison des vins
Chalon-sur-Saône
Located close to the banks of the Saône, the Cathedral St. Vincent and the old districts of Chalon, nestled near a wooded park, the Maison des Vins Coast Chalonnaise welcomes you. On...
Located in Chalon-sur-SaôneFrom 15 € to 45 € per person 
Moulin d'Hauterive  SPECIAL OFFER
Saint-Gervais-en-Vallière
Gourmet cuisine, large choice of Burgundy. Stylish atmosphere and laid-back.
Located 22 km from Chalon-sur-SaôneFrom 25 € to 60 € per person 
Les Vignes
Germagny
Between Grosne and Guye, in a beautiful flower, traditional cuisine awaits you.
Located 26 km from Chalon-sur-SaôneFrom 20 € to 40 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
La Corteline    
9.7
Saint-Rémy
Chantal and Gilbert are glad to welcome you in their xviii th century residence 'La Corteline', for a tasty, touristic and friendly stage in South Bourgogne famous for its renowned...
Located 4.4 km from Chalon-sur-SaôneFrom 70 € to 85 € the double room 
Manoir Moulin Madame    
9.1
Givry
Moulin Madame is located 5 km from the town of Chalon-sur-Saône in the south of Burgundy. The building is a traditional stone house dating from the fifteenth century, full of charm,...
Located 6.3 km from Chalon-sur-SaôneFrom 75 € to 110 € the double room 
Le Clos des Tourelles    
8.5
Sennecey-le-Grand
Historic Chateau in Southern Burgundy. On the edge of town, in a large shady park you will receive ten elegant rooms, all with private bathroom-. You can find the pleasure of a hearty...
Located 16.1 km from Chalon-sur-SaôneFrom 96 € to 110 € the double room 

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Gite La Petite Maison  
9.5
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Saint-Martin-sous-Montaigu
On the famous Wine trail, in the heart of the hills of the Côte Chalonnaise, our gite is the ideal starting point for visiting south Burgundy. Easy access (12 km from Chalon/Saône and...
Located 11.3 km from Chalon-sur-SaôneFrom 315 € to 400 € per week 
Gîte Moroges  
10
Moroges
Moroge farm cottage in a village wine from the Cote Chalonnaise.   We offer to share the living room and the quietness of our property, in a comfortable house and independent. For 4...
Located 14.3 km from Chalon-sur-SaôneFrom 420 € to 650 € per week 
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Messey-sur-Grosne
Quiet and sunny with release of the countryside. Parking spaces. Charcoal grill. Green Lane (40 km cycle track), swimming, pedal boating, fishing, mushroom, restaurants, wineries to...
Located 17.4 km from Chalon-sur-Saône650 € per week 

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HOTELS
Saint Georges Hotel     
8.3
Chalon-sur-Saône
This hotel is ideally located in the heart of Chalon sur Saone, opposite the Station Square. This 19th-century hotel offers contemporary design rooms and free Wi-Fi. Guest rooms at...
Located in Chalon-sur-SaôneRoom from 86 €
Ibis Europe Chalon Sur Saone     
7.8
Chalon-sur-Saône
The Ibis is located near the Burgundy vineyards, 10 minutes from Beaune and the Côte des Vins wine route. The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a pleasant restaurant. Rooms...
Located in Chalon-sur-SaôneRoom from 73 €
Appart'City Chalon-Sur-Saone     
7.6
Chalon-sur-Saône
Appart'city Chalon-Sur-Saone is located in the Saint-Cosme district, the centre of all the economic and cultural activities of the city. It offers modern studios and apartments. All...
Located in Chalon-sur-SaôneRoom from 48 €

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Appart'City Chalon-Sur-Saone
Appart'city Chalon-Sur-Saone is located in the Saint-Cosme district, the centre of all the economic and cultural activities...
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