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Towns in Burgundy Chablis, Beaune, Dijon, Cluny, Mâcon and Vézelay are some of the famous towns in Burgundy known for their wine, fine food and glorious past, with châteaux, churches and museums at all points north, south, east and west. Visit the markets, specialist food shops and restaurants and soak up the French atmosphere in the bars and cafes.
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This
is the Roman heart of Burgundy. A town rich in history and architecture,
surrounded by beautiful countryside.
On
the River Yonne, explore the old part of town with its timber framed
houses.
Avallon
overlooks the beautiful Cousin Valley from the town’s ramparts.
A charming market town.
The
centre of the wine region, steeped in wine culture, with famous
vineyards surrounding it at all points of the compass.
This
town is known as the ‘Golden Gate’ of Burgundy for the
great wine it produces.
Once
the largest abbey in Christendom, this town is an important location
in Burgundy’s past.
Situated
on the River Loire, the seat of government for the Nièvre
is a good shopping centre with hearty food and scenic waterways.
Medieval
fortress town on the River Armançon. Charming rampart walks,
lively cultural programme.