Sanvignes-les-Mines

Sanvignes-les-Mines

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Sanvignes-les-Mines
Insee code	71499
Postcode	71410
Latitude	46.6665210
Longitude	4.2903750
Altitude	From 277 to 405 meters
Surface	35.48 km²
Population	4493 inhabitants
Density	126 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
Chief town	Mâcon (at 72 km, 77 min)		Dompierre-sous-Sanvignes at 6.4 km (8 min)
Department	Saône-et-Loire		Saint-Berain-sous-Sanvignes at 6.5 km (10 min)
Region	Burgundy		Search another town

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Sanvignes is a town of about 4 400 inhabitants located in the department of Saone-et-Loire in Burgundy.

It is for the agglomeration of the "Coalfield" (40 000) which includes 3 other cities: Blanzy Montceau-les-Mines, Saint-Vallier and is part of the Community of Le Creusot-Montceau. The town lies at the confluence of several locations.

Geologically similar Morvan, attached to the mining area Montceau-les-Mines, the town belongs to one of the landscape units of the Saone-et-Loire in the south-west of the county: Charolais, Charolais Brionnais in part located in Canton of Toulon-sur-Arroux. It is located in a depression between the mountains and the plateau of Uchon Antully of the North, the Mountains of Charolais and Brionnais south on the right bank of the Bourbince. The area is meshed by a network of hedgerows with hedgerow characteristics of scattered settlements. The meadows bounded by low hedges that do not screen and reliefs offer remarkable views. The joint bid under the undulating landscape of groves and pastures designed according to its rivers, Oudrache, and the Bourbince Arroux sinuent who before joining the vast bed of the Loire.

The urban part of the municipality is composed of an ancient village on a green hill. A promontory peak at 414 m is the main signal geomorphological sector, with Mont-Saint-Vincent, who faces him. A suburban housing has gradually built around the town and along routes of the town. Whatever the place, and even in the heart of the city, the countryside is very present.

• The Church of Sanvignes, under the patronage of Saint-Symphorien and originally dedicated to St Helena is the only building that escaped the ravages of time and destruction that accompanied successive wars and conflicts. The church which is simply the old chapel of the castle disappeared, is a monument of the Romanesque 12th-century Burgundy.
• The amusement park was inaugurated Pierre Massal December 21, 1982, under Vaillard Daniel, in memory of his recently deceased predecessor who wanted "to his majesty" to the green hills of the southern Theurée which was highly urbanized . Located at the site of the old castle Sanvignes, Park Massal also called Paradise ("Pen of the Lord") offers a magnificent view of the grove Charolais.
• The town has many recreational areas: Casting Green Passy Square, Square, 19 March 1962 Place of November 11, Place Proudhon, JC Arnoux Square, Square Gumularz Julien, Albin Pioski Square, Square Jean Lardy, Place Jacques Brel, Etang du Bois du Leu, Etang du Clos.
• "Discoveries": This country, scarred by mining and successive including the open pit, has been the subject of a pardon. Opened on 31 May and 1 June 2008, the "Discovery" offer 7 km of paths for walkers, cyclists and riders.
• Lake Fouthiaux. Gazebo overlooking the lake with a specific access for the disabled.
• Bing Morteru.
• Discoveries Sanvignes. Throughout the course, you will soon find a sign, an earmarking, furniture for a break, a picnic.
• The Fouthiaux: body of water whose purpose meets the needs of the diving club which holds the rights to use, but also place for walking and exploring.
• Morteru: A fine example of the recovery of the vegetation of a site entirely mineral. Plate with a variety of mood-related mixture of species and the presence of original habitats. Site of nature and discover the flora and fauna, with two small ponds and an observatory that will be the main destination of walks and hikes.
• Discovery St. Amadeus: Plan for training and future water-based recreation and water sports.
• Le Bois-du-Leu: Old mining town almost completely destroyed as a result of subsidence, whose paths have been retained.
• Pony Club near Lake of the sector Fouthiaux "discoveries": Riding lessons (courses on Wednesdays and Saturdays depending on the level and age) with the possibility of referral to the jumping, the training, the transition examination, walks ...

• The summer festival takes place in August (the third Saturday of the month from 16 hours) and each year brings together all generations, hundreds of people.
• The Christmas market is always held the second weekend in December, it is a popular place where you will find a friendly and festive atmosphere!

• The possible visits around Sanvignes:

• Chateau du Plessis (private) to Montceau-les-Mines.
• Romanesque churches of the 12th century: Gourdon, Perrecy, Mont-Saint-Vincent, Marigny, Toulon-sur-Arroux.
• Temple of the Thousand Buddhas: 1st temple Buddhists in Europe.
• Central Orthodox Uchon (monastic center of studies and iconography).
• Museum Jean Regnier (Archaeology) in Mont-Saint-Vincent.
• Fossil Museum, 74 Quai J. Chagot Montceau.
• Museum House School, 37 rue Jean Jaures Montceau.
• Mining Museum, 34 rue du Bois-Clair Blanzy.
• Canal Museum Écuisses.
• Museum of Arts and Popular Traditions in Palinges.
• Monument aux Morts (Place de l'Eglise Montceau) last work of Antoine Bourdelle (disciple of Rodin).
• Museum of demarcation Génelard.

• Other sites around Sanvignes:

• Gourdon and 10km Marigny.
• Mount Saint Vincent 12 km.
• Uchon, Dettey and Toulon-sur-Arroux 25 km.

• Discovering the "Shores of Burgundy," cruises-season walk or lunch cruises. Information Tourist Office Montceau-les-Mines, +33 3 85 69 00 00.

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Discoveries		Sanvignes
Terril of Morteru

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 2°C - Max. 8°C

Sunday 26 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 8°C

Monday 27 May Day Night Min. 7°C - Max. 9°C

Nota Bene   8.8 Montceau-les-Mines DECO FUSION - Backed by the Hotel of the same name, Nota Bene just a makeover. Chesterfield sofas, frescoes, furniture design braided, large windows, the decor goes one step further... Located 5.3 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines 32 € per person

Le Plessis   9 Blanzy Stankiewicz and Séverine Frédéric Le Plessis restaurant await you. In a friendly atmosphere they will welcome you in the panoramic dining room or on the pleasant terrace. Frédéric will... Located 7.3 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines 34 € per person

Le Restaurant   9.7 Le Creusot Le Restaurant housed in an unexpected place since it is the old slaughterhouse concierge renovated in a modern spirit. The kitchen, the young chef Robert Jacquet simmering inventive... Located 17.6 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines 50 € per person

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La grange aux Bouinottes     10 Saint-Martin-la-Patrouille In southern Burgundy, in a quiet and relaxing, in the heart of many curiosities, discover a charming guest house combining the old and modern bed (160), adjoining sitting room with... Located 17 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines 55 € the double room

Le Monastère     9.7 Viry Michel and Christel you receive in this former mépart whose origins date back to the XII th siècle. Deux large bedrooms (35m²) with bathroom and toilet you expect to stay in calm and... Located 22 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines 60 € the double room

Le plessis     9.2 Broye Welcome to our home in Plessis, in our Cottage Bed and Breakfast in Saône et Loire, near Autun, in a small village at the gates of the Morvan. I offer the table d'hôte, a relaxation... Located 23 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines 50 € the double room

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Meublé touristique*** Perrecy-les-Forges Newly renovated house, situated in the countryside in southern Burgundy. Suitable for all those seeking peace, space and comfort. Fitted kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, ...), including... Located 8.7 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines From 320 € to 430 € per week

Le gîte de Mireille Champlecy 3 ears lodging for 2 people. And a baby. The heart of the Charolais countryside, 4 km and 10 km from Charolles Paray-le-Monial. Internet Phone free on mobile and fixed according Morm... Located 22 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines 295 € per week

Domaine de la Tour   10   SPECIAL OFFER Champlecy A 4 km and 12 km Charolles Paray le Monial, between meadows and woods, this cottage luxury satisfy both lovers of authenticity, with its beams, tiles and stones, that fans of modern... Located 22 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines From 440 € to 720 € per week

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Camping du lac     9.3 Palinges The three-star camp site du Lac is a small site with 40 pitches near a swimming and fishing spot. Ideal for peaceful holidays. Many activities and touristic tours: culture, sports,... Located 12.7 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines 17 € per day

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Nota Bene      7.9 Montceau-les-Mines Located in Montceau-les-Mines, hotel Nota Bene is 10 minutes from Le Creusot-Montchanin Train Station. It features a gym and a squash court, and guest rooms include satellite TV and... Located 5.3 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines Room from 55 €

Hotel Restaurant Konine     8.1 Montceau-les-Mines Hotel Restaurant Konine is located in the village of Montceau-les-Mines just a 10-minute drive from Creusot Montceau TGV Station and a 25-minute drive from the A6 motorway. It offers... Located 6.3 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines Room from 72 €

Novotel Le Creusot Montchanin en Bourgogne      7 Montchanin Set in an exceptionally lush environment on the edge of a forest, the Novotel Le Creusot Montchanin en Bourgogne provides comfortable accommodation and modern facilities. Guest rooms... Located 18 km from Sanvignes-les-Mines Room from 72 €

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