Burgundy, France: 3 Wine Places on a Route Map
Explore three renowned wine destinations in Burgundy, France across 46.3 km. This route connects the Burgundy Wine Region with the prestigious appellations of Nuits-Saint-Georges and Vosne-Romanée, showcasing the heart of France's finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay production.
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- Places
- Start
- Burgundy Wine Region
- End
- Vosne-Romanée
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Stops on this route
- Burgundy Wine Region — UNESCO-protected landscape producing world-renowned Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines across meticulously classified vineyards dating back centuries.
- Nuits-Saint-Georges — Located along the Route des Grands Crus, famous for its rich red wines
- Vosne-Romanée — Quintessential Burgundian village home to Romanée-Conti and a few hundred inhabitants
Useful for your trip
- Tip
- Visit Saint-Germain Abbey in Auxerre for free permanent exhibitions. Guided tours available for €10+ and last 1.5 hours, including the Merovingian crypt, Saint-Germain's tomb, and 9th century frescoes.
- Timing
- Chablis hosts the Festival du Chablis Jazz annually from May to June, celebrating jazz and music in this historic wine town.
- Tip
- In Dijon, rub the carved owl on the 13th century Notre-Dame Cathedral with your left hand for good luck; it's a local tradition for centuries.
- Food
- Dijon is the French capital of mustard. Visit Maison Fallot to buy authentic Dijon mustard and explore the city's mustard tasting experiences.
- Tip
- Visit the Museum of Religious Art in Dijon, housed in a former church beside the Museum of Burgundy Life. It's free but only open upon request at reception.
- Tip
- In Beaune, visit the Hospices de Beaune (Hôtel-Dieu) to see the iconic glazed tile roof built in 1442. Museum entry requires a fee.
- Food
- Beaune is the French capital of wine with numerous wine tasting cellars in 17th-18th century wine cellars discussing regional wine history.
- Tip
- Visit Athenaeum bookshop in Beaune, a specialized wine bookshop offering resources about burgundy wines.
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- At Le Cassissium near Nuits-Saint-Georges, explore blackcurrant products and the region's famous Crème de Cassis. Tours suitable for all ages with non-alcoholic samples.
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- Romanée-Conti Vineyard in Vosne-Romanée produces the most expensive wine in the world. The vineyard is unmarked on a simple road, marked by a cross and stone wall.
- Transport
- Auxerre is located in Northern Burgundy approximately 1.5 hours from Paris, making it accessible for day trips or regional exploration.
- Tip
- Autun features Roman ruins including a Roman theater and Temple of Janus. Visit the Musée Rolin for extensive works from the Burgundy region.
Video on this route
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