Top 10 Things to do in Burgundy, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté

December 31, 2021 Enriqueta Cusson

Discover the best top things to do in Burgundy, France including Musee de l'Hotel-Dieu, Musee des Beaux-Arts de Dijon, Cathedrale Saint-Etienne, Owl's Trail, Guedelon, Vieille Ville, Espace Bernadette, Musee des Ursulines, Eglise Saint-Pierre, Saint Laurent Bridge.
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1. Musee de l'Hotel-Dieu

Rue de l'Hotel Dieu, 21200, Beaune France +33 3 80 24 45 00 [email protected] http://www.hospices-de-beaune.com/index.php/hospicesdebeaune/L-Hotel-Dieu/Le-Musee
Excellent
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4.5 based on 6,051 reviews

Musee de l'Hotel-Dieu

The Hôtel-Dieu is a former hospital founded in 1443 by Nicolas Rolin, chancellor of the Duke of Burgundy, and his wife, Guigone de Salins. It is only when you step into the main courtyard that you see the flamboyant roof with varnished tiles, a shining symbol of ducal Burgundy and now world famous. A classified historical monument : Take an audioguide and let Nicolas Rolin and Guigone de Salins walk you through the unique history and day to day life of the Hôtel-Dieu, from the 15th century to the present day! Their crowning achievement, this richly endowed hospital fondation, stays true to their original mission and still provides care for the sick. Museum / Cultural shop / Prestigeous area to hire out

Reviewed By BrookeMorales - London, United Kingdom

Took the tour of the museum, here in this small and charming town. The building is well preserved, stunning, painted roof tiles, a lovely courtyard and replicas of the hospice inside the museum. Very interesting how people were cared for, after a war, the sleeping areas, medical treatment and kitchen can all be seen in the museum.

2. Musee des Beaux-Arts de Dijon

Palais des Etats de Bourgogne, 21000, Dijon France +33 3 80 74 52 09 [email protected] http://beaux-arts.dijon.fr/
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4.5 based on 1,609 reviews

Musee des Beaux-Arts de Dijon

Reviewed By Vacation37115 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

A very nice museum, with a very interesting collection of paintings from the Middle Ages to the Renaissance. Don't miss the two richly decorated tombs !

3. Cathedrale Saint-Etienne

Place Saint-Etienne, 89000, Auxerre France +33 3 86 51 29 20 http://cathedraleauxerre.fr/
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4.5 based on 448 reviews

Cathedrale Saint-Etienne

Reviewed By phil2mlin - Northampton, United Kingdom

Visited the Cathedral in October 2019 whilst on a tour of the area. Auxerre is a very historic town and well worth stopping in and walking around. The Cathedral is situated high above the river and dominates the skyline. The detailed masonary is worth looking at as is the Crypt.

4. Owl's Trail

Dijon France +33 892 70 05 58 https://www.destinationdijon.com/moments-a-vivre/le-parcours-de-la-chouette/
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4.5 based on 2,327 reviews

Owl's Trail

This 22-stage trail is designed not only to give you a taste of Dijon's charm, but also to take you back in time and show you the history of our town. Each numbered stage takes in a place of interest, and the whole trail can be covered on foot in about one hour. If you feel like finding out more about Dijon, this trail proposes 3 different loops: the Rousseau loop, the Zola loop and the Moses loop. But there's no reason to hurry! Take your time and enjoy the friendly atmosphere in the many museums, galleries, shops and cafés terraces!

Reviewed By rons320 - New York City, United States

We came o Dijon on a rainy day and instead of soaking wet wandering is streets went to Beaune and returned to Dijon in the afternoon right after the rain stopped. Although most sites were either closed or closing we still enjoyed the Owl's walk and most of the old town. It took us about 5 hours.

5. Guedelon

Departementale 955, 89520 Treigny France +33 3 86 45 66 66 [email protected] http://www.guedelon.fr
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4.5 based on 1,685 reviews

Guedelon

Deep in the forests of northern Burgundy, a team of master-builders is building a C13th castle from scratch.

Reviewed By SYHighlander - Boise, United States

Workers clad in medieval clothes are building a 13th-century castle from the ground up using period tools and supplies from the surrounding forests, rocks, and dirt. The project started 22 years ago and expected to take another 15 years to complete. You are free to walk the grounds, go inside the castle, visit the support village, and ask questions. Worth the trip. Kids will find it fun and adults will be fascinated. Cafe, picnic tables, restrooms and gift shop available.

6. Vieille Ville

Tous Les Quartiers Anciens, 89000, Auxerre France http://www.auxerre.com
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4.5 based on 268 reviews

Vieille Ville

Reviewed By reginar426 - Guildford, United Kingdom

There is a tourist trail that takes you to all the relevant parts of this really old town - you follow the triangles set in the pavement. We didn’t have much time but will certainly be returning- what a town!

7. Espace Bernadette

34 rue Saint Gildard, 58000, Nevers France +33 3 86 71 99 50 [email protected] http://www.sainte-bernadette-soubirous-nevers.com/
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4.5 based on 246 reviews

Espace Bernadette

Espace Bernadette, where lies the intact body of Bernadette Soubirous will welcome you in the ancient convent where she lived for 13 years as a sister of Charity of Nevers. You will discover a highly renowned shrine visited each year by almost 200 000 pilgrims from all over the world. Surrounded by a 4 ha park, located right in the town centre of Nevers, Espace Bernadette provides accommodation, meals and activities for a stay or a time of retreat.

8. Musee des Ursulines

5 rue des Ursulines, 71000, Macon France +33 3 85 39 90 38 http://www.macon.fr/Culture-sports-et-loisirs/Les-Musees-de-Macon/Le-Musee-des-Ursulines-Musee-de-France
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4.0 based on 64 reviews

Musee des Ursulines

9. Eglise Saint-Pierre

10-16 Place Saint-Pierre, 71000, Macon France http://www.macon-tourism.com/uk/visit-macon/288/Eglise-Saint-pierre
Excellent
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4.0 based on 58 reviews

Eglise Saint-Pierre

10. Saint Laurent Bridge

1 rue du Pont, 71000, Macon France
Excellent
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4.0 based on 75 reviews

Saint Laurent Bridge

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