BG0301A -The Burgundy wine route for a weekend

Hiking 3 days & 2 nights

STANDARD: with accommodation in 2-star hotels
COMFORT: with accommodation in 3-star hotels

Day 1 – Chalon – Meursault – 42 km
Today’s stage starts along the towpath of the Burgundy canal to reach Chagny and Santenay before setting off to discover the Côte de Beaune. You will pedal along the Voie des Vignes from village to village in the heart of the vineyards. The day ends in Meursault, famous for its castle, which was the location for the filming of the cult film with Louis de Funes and Bourvil.
Night and breakfast in a 2 or 3 star hotel.

Day 2 – Meursault – Night-Saint-Gorges – 30 km
Today you will continue your journey along the royal vineyard road into Beaune. Get off your bike to enjoy a glass of Pommard on the terrace or to wander through its alleyways. Don’t miss the visit of the Hospices de Beaune! After this break full of discovery, you will continue your day through the vineyards to reach Nuits Saint Georges.
Night and breakfast in a 2 or 3 star hotel.

Day 3 – Nuit-Saint-Gorges – Dijon – 26 km
The last stage will take you to the vineyards of the Côte de Nuits and will lead you to the gates of the Château de Clos Vougeot, which we strongly recommend you to visit as its architecture and history are so rich. The day will end in Dijon, capital of the former Dukes of Burgundy. Take time before leaving to visit the old town centre of Dijon and its pretty streets. End of the tour in Dijon.

Possibility of an extra night in Dijon and/or Chalon, please contact us for more details. 

Difficulty

Level 1 – Easy
The circuit does not present any particular difficulty

Services

• 2 nights in a 2 or 3 star hotel with breakfast as above
• Luggage transport between hotels
• The rental of bikes and their equipment (front bag with integrated briefcase, rear bag, helmet (on request), repair kit with patches etc.) For families, we provide a baby seat, a trailer or a follower bike depending on their age and size.
• Detailed road book with tourist information and maps
• Emergency number where you can reach us at any time

Lunch, drinks, costs of site visits or transportation and other personal expenses not listed above are not included in this price. Cancellation/Assistance insurance is extra.

Access

• By train: the TGV trains serve Dijon Ville or Le Creusot station (from Paris) or Chalon-sur-Saône station (from Lyon). Connections by regional train or bus will take you to Chalon-sur-Saône. Count between 2 and 3 hours from Paris, 1 hour from Lyon. To plan your trip, www.trainline.fr
• By car: if you are coming by car, you can park your car in a secure car park located in downtown Chalon. The rate is about 30€/week.

Suggestions and options

Electric bicycle
Without bike rental
Half board

Please contact us directly for prices or indicate your choice in the “notes” when filling in the registration form.