Sennecey-le-Grand

Sennecey-le-Grand

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GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION 
TownSennecey-le-Grand
Insee code71512
Postcode71240
Latitude46.6387390
Longitude4.8691800
AltitudeFrom 173 to 375 meters
Surface26.76 km²
Population3166 inhabitants
Density118 inhabitants/km²CLOSEST TOWNS
National labelLaives at 2.7 km (4 min)
Chief townMâcon (at 42 km, 32 min)Montceaux-Ragny at 3.1 km (4 min)
DepartmentSaône-et-LoireBeaumont-sur-Grosne at 3.4 km (4 min)
RegionBurgundySearch another town
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TOWN PRESENTATION

With a rich heritage, crossed by the highway 6 which has the advantage of good connections to Chalon

Sennecey-le-Grand bet on its location. Close to the industrial area south of Chalon, it offers those who work in a perfect location with services and facilities.

With its extensive remains, this county invites the visitor to walk unusual in the past.

History: During the Second World War, Sennecey-le-Grand and its region was a hotbed of resistance. In the forest of La Ferte and Corlay formed underground. This organization will host August 28, four jeeps landed in Normandy and commanded by Captain Guy of Combaud. Among these interventions resistant, all day Monday, September 4, 1944 will be memorable ... Each September 4, a morning commemoration is organized. A memorial International Special Air Service (SAS) is Sennecey-le-Grand (to Ruffey). SAS A museum is being planned on the site of the City Council.


SIGHTSEEING

On leaving the main thoroughfare, on a vast esplanade, sits an imposing neo-classical church.

Fortifications, old ditches, ramparts, Renaissance buildings testify to the existence in these places, two castles in the 10th century.

Laundries, crucifixes, crosses, chapels underline the emotion and beauty of the heritage sennecéen ...

Away from the main communication routes, Saint Julien (original seat of the village), houses a church faithful to the charm of Burgundian Romanesque buildings.

Detailed information
TransportTrain station of Sennecey-le-Grand
Information pointsTourist Office of Sennecey-le-Grand
MonumentsCastle of La Tour,   Castle of Ruffey,   Castle of Sennecey-le-Grand,   Church Saint-Julien

EVENTS AND CELEBRATIONS

The Commission on Cultural Affairs and Recreation organizes annual events. 50 associations also offer various activities in various fields (sports, dance, music, passion, remembrance, solidarity ...).


ATTRACTIONS, LEISURES AND ACTIVITES AROUND
Leisure activities
NameType of activityPriceTown
Glider flight over BurgundySports sensationsFrom 80 € to 190 €Martailly-lès-Brancion (12.6 km)
Taste and buy wine at Viré CellarLocal flavoursFreeViré (21 km)
Tour and tasting at the Monette wine estateLocal flavours5 €Mercurey (24 km)

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PHOTOS
The esplanade of the church and town hall
 
Memorial SAS Ruffey
Notre Dame des Neiges
 
Building housing the City Hall and the Tourist Office
Chapel St. Medard at Sens (Hamlet Sennecey)
 
Chapel St. Benoit Moulin Viel
Romanesque church of Saint Julien
 
walls of the choir of the Romanesque church of Saint Julien
On the site of the old castle
 
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WEATHER
Monday 20 May
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Tuesday 21 May
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Wednesday 22 May
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RESTAURANTS 
Quartier Gourmand - Le Rempart  
9.8
Tournus
The gourmet restaurant du Rempart is located in Tournus, avenue Gambetta, invites you to discover an elegant and comfortable environment, local cuisine in the finest French tradition....
Located 8.5 km from Sennecey-le-Grand58 € per person 
Le Terminus  
7.7
Tournus
Le Terminus opens its doors to share a gourmet friends or family. Come discover a soft and original parts with some artists. The cuisine you can taste both traditional and modern, made...
Located 8.5 km from Sennecey-le-Grand36 € per person 
Greuze  
8.9
Tournus
In the heart of Tournus, the Greuze restaurant welcomes you in a charming old building. Sit comfortably in front of the fireplace in a room in bright colors. Side palace, seduced by...
Located 8.7 km from Sennecey-le-Grand70 € per person 

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BEDS & BREAKFASTS 
Clos de la natouze  
Tournus
In a fenced 7000m² following 52m² ground floor with 1 bedroom TV 1 double bed 1 single bed 1 double TV lounge dining area fully equipped 1 sofa for 2 persons very comfortable equipment...
Located 5.3 km from Sennecey-le-Grand60 € the double room 
Sylvie Meunier    
9.5
Tournus
3 peaceful Bed & Breakfast, in the typical village Royer, 10 mns from the motorway (exit 27, Tournus), and 2 mns from the medieval site of Brancion. In the middle of the mâconnais vineyard...
Located 9.9 km from Sennecey-le-GrandFrom 50 € to 61 € the double room 
Le Meix des Fort    
9.5
Lacrost
This old farm restored in a prety guest house built in a vast park of 1 hectare and closed with separate pavilion offers views of Tournus Abbey. Near a busy road. 2 double rooms and...
Located 10.1 km from Sennecey-le-Grand70 € the double room 

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VACATION RENTALS 
Gite 4 pers. Le pigeonnier  
8.6
Étrigny
The cottage is situated in a hamlet of a small village between Chalon and Macon, detached house situated close to the owners, located in a former vineyard house. Living TV, equipped...
Located 7.3 km from Sennecey-le-GrandFrom 185 € to 385 € per week 
La champlutèse  
9.6
Étrigny
Sector: tournus - cluny - taize - cormatin - chalon sur Saone - Saint Gengoux the national - buxy. Located in a quiet hamlet, pretty charming house in a typical village, with stone...
Located 8.4 km from Sennecey-le-GrandFrom 300 € to 400 € per week 
Vacances en bourgogne
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 9.5 km from Sennecey-le-Grand650 € per week 

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CAMPSITES 
Camping les ripettes    
9.5
Pont-de-Vaux
A pretty and quiet campimg with very large pitches. Inthe heart of the countryside but only 4 km from Pont de Vaux with its good restaurants, shops and Wednesday market. Bread delivered...
Located 23 km from Sennecey-le-GrandFrom 14.40 € to 16 € per day 

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HOTELS
Hôtel Le Kolibri    
8.6
Tournus
Situated just outside the centre of Tournus, the Hôtel le Kolibri welcomes you in a lovely green setting. The hotel is equipped with 30 spacious and soundproofed rooms. All rooms at...
Located 7.3 km from Sennecey-le-GrandRoom from 71 €
Hôtel La Mirandole    
7.5
Tournus
Hôtel La Mirandole is situated in Tournus in the Bourgogne region, just 800 metres from exit 27 of the A6 motorway. The hotel offers free Wi-Fi internet access and a garden with an...
Located 7.6 km from Sennecey-le-GrandRoom from 43 €
Le Relais de l'Abbaye    
7.8
Tournus
Located in Tournus, Le Relais de l’Abbaye offers a restaurant with a terrace, free newspapers and free Wi-Fi access throughout. Chalon-sur-Saône is a 20-minute drive away. All rooms...
Located 8.4 km from Sennecey-le-GrandRoom from 45 €

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Ibis Budget Mâcon Sud
The ibis Budget Mâcon Sud is located an 8-minute drive from the centre of Mâcon, and under a 5-minute drive from both the...
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