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Saint-Germain-du-Plain

Tourism, holidays & weekends guide in the Saône-et-Loire

Municipality of Saône-et-Loire, in the Burgundy - Franche-Comté region, Saint-Germain-du-Plain takes place about fifteen kilometers from Chalon-sur-Saône, at the gates of Bresse. It is located not far from Louhans, Baudrières and Gigny-sur-Saône.

Of ancient origin, the town has developed over the centuries around its agricultural activity, gradually taking on the pleasant and sympathetic face we know it today. Today mainly turned towards tourism, the small town of Saint-Germain-du-Plain seduces passing visitors by the richness of its natural heritage and the beauty of its landscapes to discover the time of a stroll or a hike.

Geographical information

MunicipalitySaint-Germain-du-Plain
Postcode71370
Latitude46.7034060 (N 46° 42’ 12”)
Longitude4.9815569 (E 4° 58’ 54”)
AltitudeFrom 171m to 197m
Surface area19.31 km²
Population2364 inhabitants
Density122 inhabitants/km²
PrefectureMâcon (56 km, 51 min)
Insee code71420
IntercommunalityCC Terres de Bresse
DepartmentSaône-et-Loire
TerritoryBurgundy
RegionBurgundy-Franche-Comté

Nearest cities & towns

Ouroux-sur-Saône3.4 km (5 min)
Baudrières5.1 km (8 min)
Saint-Étienne-en-Bresse5.5 km (5 min)
Marnay6.6 km (8 min)
Saint-Christophe-en-Bresse7.1 km (10 min)
L'Abergement-Sainte-Colombe7.2 km (10 min)
Gigny-sur-Saône7.7 km (10 min)
Épervans8.4 km (9 min)
Tronchy8.7 km (10 min)
Saint-Vincent-en-Bresse9.1 km (12 min)
Saint-Cyr10.3 km (12 min)
Simandre10.6 km (9 min)
Varennes-le-Grand10.7 km (12 min)
Lessard-en-Bresse11.3 km (12 min)

Things to see and do

While strolling in the town, you will be able to admire the very beautiful castle before going to take the green way, a cycle track arranged on the old railway line connecting Chalon-sur-Saône to Louhans. It is one of the more than 3000 kilometers of cycle routes in the region which allow you to discover famous vineyards and many small villages of character.

Marked hiking trails are also accessible all around the town to enjoy beautiful landscapes.

Events and festivities

The weekly market is held every Thursday morning.

At the beginning of October, it's time for the patronal feast with its funfair, its musical aperitif or its fireworks display.

A Christmas market offered by artisans takes place in December.

Weather

Friday 19 april
Min. 0°C - Max. 13°C
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Saturday 20 april
Min. 4°C - Max. 10°C
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Sunday 21 april
Min. 3°C - Max. 10°C
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Visits, leisure and activities nearby

Leisure activities

Last nameActivity typeRateCity
Rental bike delivery in Burgundy
Sports sensations19 € Saint-Marcel (9.9 km)
Canoe hire on the Saône
Sports sensations9 € to 20 € Tournus (16.2 km)
Introduction to jewellery workshop
Arts and Crafts70 € Bletterans (36 km)
Motocross, trial or enduro lessons
Sports sensations37 € Joudes (38 km)
Truffle-hunting demonstration and truffle product tasting
Local flavours32 € Marey-lès-Fussey (47 km)

Outings

Last nameOuting typeDifficultyDurationDeparture municipality
The Great Pales trail
HikeIntermediate35 minDamerey (14.7 km)
Towpath along the Saône
HikeEasy5:00Tournus (16.6 km)
The Quest for the Grail
HikeIntermediate1:05Saint-Maurice-en-Rivière (16.7 km)
In Search of Lost Time
HikeIntermediate1:55Saint-Didier-en-Bresse (18.6 km)
Communal woods
HikeIntermediate1:55Toutenant (22 km)

Restaurants

Bed & breakfasts

Vacation rentals

Campsites

Hotels

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