Fontaines

Fontaines

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION CLOSEST TOWNS
TownFontainesRully at 4.9 km (5 min)
Insee code71202Farges-lès-Chalon at 6.1 km (7 min)
Postcode71150Mercurey at 6.5 km (7 min)
Latitude46.8494740Saint-Martin-sous-Montaigu at 7.1 km (7 min)
Longitude4.7712040Mellecey at 7.4 km (7 min)
AltitudeFrom 183 to 315 metersChampforgeuil at 7.8 km (8 min)
Surface24.73 km²Dracy-le-Fort at 7.9 km (8 min)
Population1997 inhabitantsSaint-Jean-de-Vaux at 8.8 km (9 min)
Density94 inhabitants/km²Bouzeron at 9.9 km (11 min)
Chief townMâcon (at 70 km, 49 min)Chagny at 10.3 km (10 min)
DepartmentSaône-et-LoireSaint-Mard-de-Vaux at 10.3 km (11 min)
RegionBurgundySearch another town
LOCATION

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TOWN PRESENTATION

In Chalonnaise, Fontaines extends in the agricultural plain at the foot of Saint-Hilaire.

Fontaines owes its name to the many springs flowing in its territory. The village is crossed by many small streams that feed washing and fountains.

The charm of beautiful properties and assets of the former added floral impeccable.


SIGHTSEEING
  • The Church of St. Just was built between the 14th and 15th century with stones from ancient quarries of Saint-Hilaire. It has a massive tower pierced on each side of its two twin bays semicircular. The octagonal spire is covered with glazed tiles. Four stone pinnacles adorn the base. The chapels are covered with lava.
  • Village Water and Stone ", Fontaines has beautiful washing:
  • The wash of the Fourth Canoe (1866)
  • The laundry Moulin (1924)
  • The laundry Saint Nicolas (1832) octagonal, with a circular pool that served as a watering place for animals coupling
  • The laundry of Fontaines (1877) with its impluvium device which allows to retrieve and store rainwater
  • The washing of the street Chamilly (1849)
  • The tower of Saint Hilaire built in 1862 is located on the hill of the same name. On top of this building beautiful stone throne statue of the Virgin. The bell is inside a particular virtues. Legend has it that a young girl coming on Easter Monday for them to ring the bell 3 times to marry within the year.
  • Green Lane runs along the Central Canal. 2-3-4 loops pass through Fontaines and allow to appreciate the charm.
  • In the plains, many hiking trails.
  • The fitness trail on the mountain made St. Hilaire offers 3 marked trails to explore, among other things, the vineyards, woods and beautiful scenery.
Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Fontaines-Mercurey
PHOTOS
Laundry
 
Cart flowered at Fontaines
Fountain
 
Tour Saint Hilaire
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WEATHER
Sunday 12 February
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Min. -11°C - Max. -2°C
Monday 13 February
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Min. 1°C - Max. 4°C
Tuesday 14 February
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Min. -4°C - Max. 1°C
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 10.1 km from FontainesFrom 15 € to 45 € per person 
La regalade de maria
Beaune
Restaurant located in a beautiful 19th century mansion.
Located 20 km from FontainesFrom 30 € to 110 € per person 
Moulin d'Hauterive  SPECIAL OFFER
Saint-Gervais-en-Vallière
Gourmet cuisine, large choice of Burgundy. Stylish atmosphere and laid-back.
Located 21 km from FontainesFrom 25 € to 60 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
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 FontainesFrom 75 € to 110 € the double room 
La Messalière  
Saint-Léger-sur-Dheune
South Burgundy, 25 km from Beaune, the Canal du Centre, Charming house 4 bedroom luxury, purely decorative eighteenth century, moldings, tiles, soil at the Trianon, etc... Enclosed...
Located 10.3 km from FontainesFrom 90 € to 130 € the double room 
La Corteline    
9.6
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 11.5 km from FontainesFrom 70 € to 85 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gite La Petite Maison  
9.5
  SPECIAL OFFER
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 5.8 km from FontainesFrom 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 13.9 km from FontainesFrom 420 € to 650 € per week 
Les Roches
Créot
Great family home located in the Hautes Côtes de Beaune to eguali distance beaune Chalon Autun (28 km) for 15 people.
Located 14.4 km from FontainesFrom 700 € to 850 € per week 

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HOTELS
Hostellerie du Val d'Or     
6.7
Mercurey
Situated in the heart of the wine-producing region of Burgundy, the Hostellerie Du Val d'Or enjoys a peaceful countryside location and offers free Wi-Fi and a gastronomic restaurant....
Located 4.3 km from FontainesRoom from 88 €
Evidence Maison d' Hôtes 
Mercurey
Set among the vineyards of the Côte Chalonnaise, this guest house features a sauna, a fitness room and a heated swimming pool in the garden. Chalon-sur-Saône is 12 km away. A view of...
Located 5 km from FontainesRoom from 120 €
Le Chagny     
7.7
Chagny
Le Chagny is located between Beaune and Chalon Sur Saône near Burgundy’s wine route. It offers en suite rooms, a restaurant and free on-site parking. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout...
Located 5.3 km from FontainesRoom from 59 €

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Saône-et-Loire
Hôtel de Bourgogne - Mâcon
Housed in a 19th-century coaching inn, this hotel with an excellent restaurant is situated in the centre of Mâcon. It offers...
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