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Walking on Burgundy's gold coast : From Dijon to Meursault
    • France - Burgundy
    • 7 days
    • Walking
    • Self-guided
      • From March to November
    • 2 - 10 travellers
      • Simple
      • Comfort
      • Charming
      • Trip code : E1101
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About the Walking on Burgundy's gold coast : From Dijon to Meursault trip

An easy,  slow-paced self-guided hiking tour for epicureans through the noble part of Burgundy’s Gold Coast “La Côte d’Or” on the " Grand Crus wine trails" linking the towns of Dijon, Gevrey-Chambertin, Nuits Saint Georges, Beaune and Meursault. 
Spend a week following gentle trails along the sunny slopes blanketed by prestigious vineyards “Côte de Nuits” and “Côte de Beaune”. The latter is known for its white wine and the former for its red wine, considered superior as it richer and ages better. Ramble from one wine village to the next and over rolling hills dotted with mustard fields and oak and beech forests.
There’s plenty of time to visit the glazed-roof towns, the chateaus and to taste the world-famous fine wine & cuisine. Walk your way into Burgundy’s “art de vivre”. A truly immersive trip through a fascinating territory. 

Highlights of the trip

  • Easy walks through the heart of the prestigious Cote d’Or vineyards on the " Grand Crus wine trails"
  • Admire the Hospices de Beaune, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture
  • Enjoy the varied architectural styles in Dijon
  • Pass by timeless wine villages in rural France, rich in tradition
  • Stroll through the colourful Saturday morning market in Beaune
  • Sample the region’s fantastic wine and cheese

    Go Private or go guided ! Customize your holidays with a local specialist here 

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Walking on Burgundy's gold coast - Day by Day 

Day 1 - Arrival in Dijon : the capital of the Dukes of Burgundy

  • walking holiday in Burgundy FranceArrival on your own in Dijon. Walk through the cobbled streets of the historic center, visit the Dukes Palace, the Museum of Fine Art and the Notre-Dame church featuring a Black Madonna statue.
  • Night in Dijon.

  • Access :
    . From Paris : high speed train ( 1h30)

     

Day 2 - Walking to the famous "Nuits Saint Georges" village

  • self-guided walking holiday france in Burgundy in th efamous chateau clos vougeot wine estateGevrey Chambertin > Chateau Clos Vougeot > Nuits Saint Georges
    4h -  13km - Ascent: 240m / Descent:280m
  • After breakfast, a short 30 min transfer to Gevrey-Chambertin where you start your walk through the heart of the Burgundy vineyards on quiet farming tracks and paths. You visit the charming towns of Chambolle-Musigny and Morey St. Denis before arriving at the prestigious 16th century Chateau Clos de Vougeot. You can visit the Chateau and also book (in advance) a wine tasting-lunch (not included). Your next stop is Vosne Romanée where some of the region's most celebrated wines are produced entirely from the Pinot noir grape. 
  • Night in Nuits Saint Georges
  • MEALS included : Breakfast

  • We recommend : 
    . Book in advance a wine tasting lunch in the Chateau Clos de Vougeot - available from Tuesday to Sunday -  Contact us 

Day 3 - Loop walk around Nuits Saint Georges

  • Nuits Saint Georges > Villars Fontaine > Nuits Saint >Georges
    5h - 15km - Ascent: 600m / Descent:600mwalking trip in France + easy walks in Burgundy in Nuits saint georges
  • Today there is an option of a long and moderate level loop. This walk leaves the Côte de Nuits and its vineyards to explore the wooded hills to the west of Nuits Saint Georges. You pass through forests and meadows overlooking the valley of the river "Le Meuzin". Alternatively, you can choose to spend the day at leisure, visit Le Cassisium to learn more about the blackcurrent, the primary ingredient for "Crème de Cassis" :  an alcohol liqueur produced in the region. Or you can simply unwind and relaxy by the pool or watch the world go by whilst sipping a glass of wine on a terrasse café.
  • Night in Nuits Saint Georges
  • MEALS included : Breakfast
  • We recommend  : 
    . Optional wine tour in Nuits Saint Georges - everyday except Wednesdays, Saturday, Sunday & bank holidays - Contact us 

Day 4 - On the way to Beaune : the capital of Burgundy wine

  • Fussey > Beaune - 4h - 13km - Ascent: 135m / Descent: 390m self-guided hiking holiday Burgundy + hiking in Burgundy France
  • After breakfast,  a short 15 min transfer takes you to Fussey to start your hike to Beaune. You are soon in the countryside walking through oak forests on peaceful paths leading to an authentic winegrowing village:  Savigny-les-Beaune, a rarity in the "Côte de Beaune", as this village produces "Crémant de Bourgogne" a festive wine. From the church of Saint-Cassien and its splendid listed Romanesque bell tower, to the formal garden of the Chandon de Briailles Manor House, the village has some wonderful gems in store for you. You then continue to Beaune, the capital of Burgundy’s wine industry.
  • Night in Beaune
  • MEALS included : Breakfast

Day 5 - Free day or loop walk around Beaune

  • Loop walk around Beaune 
    3h - 10 km -  Ascent: 210m / Descent: 210mhiking in France in Burgundy in Beaune France
  • Within the ramparts, Beaune will reveal its charm: mansions, beautiful wood-frame homes and flower-laden squares. Visit a mustard-manufacture "La Maison Fallot" and taste new creations such as mustard flavoured with blackcurrant, tarragon, honey, gingerbread and you can even make it yourself! Today you have several ways to spend your day :
    . Head into the countryside to explore the Montagne de Baune, a hill west of Beaune partly occupied by beautiful houses overlooking the Cotes de Beaune.
    . Or stroll on the Saturday morning market : this is the best place to taste local produce, bite into a piece of fruity Cîteaux cheese produced by the monks, a tasty Delice de Pommard or a creamy Brillat Savarin, try the marbled ham, smell the truffle and taste gingerbread flavoured with honey. Don’t miss a visit to the imposing mansion of the Dukes of Burgundy, the basilica of Notre Dame and the most famous of all the sights in Beaune: the steep pitched patterned roofs of the Hotel Dieu an ancient hospital now featuring a fine arts museum.  
  • Night in Beaune
  • MEALS included : Breakfast

  • Market on Saturday morning in Beaune 

Day 6 - Hiking to Meursault

  • self-guided hiking holiday Burgundy in Chateau Pommard vineyards in FranceBeaune > Pommard > Volnay > Meursault
     4h - 13 km - Ascent: 350m / Descent: 320m 
  • Just a stone's throw away from the centre of Beaune, above the plains of the Saône and heading up the slope, are the Clos de Beaune "Premier Cru" wines. You will stroll through the parcels of vines separated by ancient stone walls and sprinkled with “cabiottes” (winemakers cabins), before reaching the village of Pommard. The wines are a deep red in colour with the flavours of ripe berries, which you can taste at "Domaine Le Jeune". Next is the town of Volnay nestled in the hills, offering fine reds.  As you ascend through boxwood and pine forests, you reach the village of Mothélie with its Romanesque church, chateau, old homes, and great cellars before arriving in Meursault. You can visit the renowned Château de Meursault, both a visual and tasteful delight, with its 14th and 16th century cellars guarding prestigious bottles of wine. 
  • Night Meursault.
  • MEALS included : Breakfast

  • We recommend: 
    . Book a guided tour of Chateau de Meursault - Contact us

Day 7 - Bye bye Burgundy

  • self guided hiking easy in Burgundy + wine trails of BurgundyAfter breakfast, you are transferred back to Beaune (20 mins) from where you can easily catch a train to Paris for your onward travel. You can also book a private transfer to your next destination - Contact us. End of your trip in Beaune 
  • MEALS included: Breakfast

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    Walking on Burgundy's gold coast : From Dijon to Meursault
        • France - Burgundy
        • 2 adults (2x890€)
        • 0 children (0x890€)
      • 7 days
      • Simple
    Total 1780€
    Deposit 600€
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