AN INSPIRING AND BOUNTIFUL DESTINATION
Why choose Burgundy?
A THOUSAND-YEAR-OLD VINEYARD
THE BURGUNDY WINE ROUTE
From Dijon to Santenay, via Beaune, travel across the Burgundy Wine Route and discover the historic and bucolic villages of this renowned wine-growing region. This ancient vineyard, with its prestigious heritage, boasts about an incredible tapestry of terroirs and climates, which hallmarks the finest Burgundy wines, bestowing upon them their distinctive singularity.
Whether it’s the Côte de Nuits or the Côtes de Beaune, the Route des Grands Crus, also known as the Champs Élysées of Burgundy, beckons you to embark on a delightful and heady journey, in the pursuit of its 33 Grand Cru appellations.
Meet passionate winemakers eager to share with you their story, their savoir faire, and their exceptional wine heritage. Glass in hand, this will be a unique sharing moment.
LAND OF GOURMET TRADITIONS
THE ART OF THE TASTY AND THE BEAUTIFUL
Discover and rejoice in a region entirely devoted to the exploration of wines and gastronomy, where traditional auberges, hearty platters, rustic picnics, and Michelin-starred tables celebrate local and regional produce. Warmth rubs shoulders with excellence to offer you an authentic gourmet and sensory experience.
Dijon is a must-visit! A town of epicurean character, it pays tribute to French gastronomy and Burgundian art de vivre at the Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie et du Vin.
HERITAGE AND CULTURE
A PRESTIGIOUS HERITAGE
A region long-coveted for its natural, agricultural, viticultural, historical, and industrial riches, Burgundy boasts about an array of remarkable sites, several of which are listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites.
With its medieval castles, mighty abbeys, centuries-old churches, master residences, and fortified, cobbled villages, discover the ducal legacy of Burgundy and its cultural, economic, and artistic influence through exclusive tours of unique and beautifully preserved locations.
IDEALLY LOCATED
A REGION WITHIN EASY REACH
Located within the heart of France and Europe, Burgundy is a vibrant and alluring region. It extends an invitation to global travellers to discover its treasures during a tourist stay, be it solo or as a group. It also encourages European businesses to create and host their events in its unparalleled venues.
At the crossroads of main strands of circulation, Burgundy is readily accessible from France, Germany, and Switzerland. Whether you choose to travel by train from Lyon (1h35), Paris (1h35), Strasbourg (2h20), or fly from nearby airports such as Paris Charles de Gaulle, Basel-Mulhouse, Geneva, or Lyon Saint-Exupéry, Burgundy welcomes you to unveil its hidden gems.