Come to Beaune
Dijon, the capital of the Côte-d’Or department, is easily accessible by train. The city is located 1h40 from Paris by train and just over two hours from Lyon.
A simple connection then takes you to Beaune, the ideal starting point for discovering the vineyards of the Côte de Beaune, which are among the most beautiful in Burgundy.
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A hot air balloon ride
Hot air balloon flights are an ideal way to discover a region, seen from the sky, taking advantage of the early morning light, or the grazing light at the end of the day.
Several providers offer hot air balloon flights in the Beaune sector, to admire the changing colors of the vineyards. Beaune montgolfière offers in particular to discover the landscapes of Nuits-Saint-Georges, going as far as Mâcon.
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Go behind the scenes of a wine estate
In addition to the tastings offered by the winegrowers of the region, some also organize discoveries of their domain. The Besancenot estate offers discovery tastings, allowing you to visit the winery and understand the vinification, before moving on to the tasting of several wines.
To make the most of the experience, why not opt for an estate that also offers guest rooms, such as Domaine Guyot.
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A discovery of the vineyards by bike
Another way to discover the beauty of the autumn landscapes in Burgundy: by bike. This is what the Active Tours agency offers, with its different formulas combining wine and cycling.
On the menu: short stays, two days and one night, a little longer, with four days and three nights in Côte de Beaune or Côte de Nuits, or thematic, with a stay combining yoga and cycling through the vineyards.
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A hike in the vineyards
The Beaune tourist office offers many hiking routes to explore the region.
Accessible to walkers of all levels, with certain routes intended in particular for families, these routes offer the opportunity to discover picturesque villages, such as Pernand-Vergelesses and certain famous vineyards such as Meursault and Puligny-Montrachet.
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Visit the hospices de Beaune
It’s hard to think of a weekend in Beaune, not to mention the famous hospices for which it is famous.
To discover them off the beaten track, opt for the unusual visit, which allows access to places not accessible to the public, such as the Roy’s room, the medieval Bastion, cellars and attics. What to discover this treasure of French heritage from a new angle.
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