Top Things to do in Burgundy
The 10 Best Hidden Gems Things to do in Burgundy, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté
Discover the best top things to do in Burgundy, France including La Cave de l'Ange Gardien, Chablis Vititours, musee du costume Avallon, Domaine Armelle et Bernard Rion, Chateau de la Cree, Abbaye de Fontenay, Olivier Leflaive, Chateau de Cormatin, Bibracte - Mont Beuvray, Grottes d'Arcy-sur-Cure.
Restaurants in Burgundy
1. La Cave de l'Ange Gardien
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 545 reviews
Under the wing of the Guardian Angel, and in a relaxed atmosphere come and taste Burgundy wines with friends or family. You will be able to sit and enjoy learning a lot about wines, "terroir" and Tradition with Pierre and Nicole. You will also find gourmet regional produces and dishes prepared in Burgundy, foies gras... This place is special. You will not only pass by, you will lounge around .
Reviewed By 33murdock - Boston, United States
La Cave de l'Ange Garden is easy to find in Beune. We walked in and were greeted by a gentleman who inquired at what time was our appointment. Naturally, we had none but graciously he asked if we could return later because he had an opening for an English session in late afternoon. We thanked him for his hospitality and said we would return. Upon entering the tasting room a table complete with note paper and glasses was tastefully set. Our group of eight was from Switzerland and spoke English, my wife was the only female. We were entertained and enlightened onevery aspect of wine, from the meaning of color, the 'legs' of wine on glass, the difference of smell from the left nostril to right. I know this sounds tiresome! But it was not! We were fascinated and there was no shortage of laughter. In all, for 10 euro this was the best afternoon of our Burgundy trip. If you are in Beaune go BUT make an appointment.
2. Chablis Vititours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 222 reviews
CHABLIS' VINEYARD AND CELLARS DISCOVERY. ALL YEAR ROUND.Private wine tours, 2 to 6 people. Come to discover the vineyard and its terroir, the vine growing and visit famous wineries to taste all the range of Chablis'wine. Franck, your guide will be happy to welcome you to share with you his knowledge of the vine to the wine.
Reviewed By msteinkrauss - Boston, United States
We toured Chablis with Franck - he’s an amazing guide. Many of the wineries were closed because it was a Sunday, but he was able to arrange a full afternoon of tastings - he’s so trusted that wineries give him the keys to their tasting rooms so you get a private tasting even when closed! We tasted 10+ wines at 3 different wineries that were each very unique and provided a great overview to the wine of Chablis. Franck was able to get us from our hotel and drop us off again after - super convenient and a highlight of our trip.
3. musee du costume Avallon
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By MarkW873 - Leeds, United Kingdom
Only saw the sign by chance and the visit turned out to be one of the highlights of our holiday. When we approached the door was locked and we thought the place might not be open, fortunately someone soon arrived to let us in. People are shown round in very small groups. There are so many exhibits that there isn't room for more than a few people at a time. Although its' title is Costume Museum it is much more than that. The building itself is a great surprise and as well as the costumes it is full of interesting pictures, furniture and ornaments. We were shown round by one of the sisters who own the collection and she answered all of our questions and went out her way to make the visit enjoyable and very interesting. An absolutely wonderful place!
4. Domaine Armelle et Bernard Rion
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5.0 based on 132 reviews
Domaine Armelle et Bernard RION is settled into Vosne Romanee since 1896 and offers you to visit the cellar and to taste and buy their great wines: Vosne Romanee, Nuits Saint Georges, Chambolle Musigny, Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru. At the Domaine, you will be also able to discover and buy the characteristic and flavorful Burgundy Truffle hunted by the family’s dogs. Visit preferably by appointment and personnalized visit on request.
Reviewed By 262keithd - Richardson, United States
Enjoyable Tour and Tasting This winery was across the art from our hotel and we made arrangements for a tasting on the tail end of our trip. A great assortment of wines produced, with the Domaine focusing on old vine parcels in the region. Family run, our tour was with Armelle herself, making it that much more the fun.
5. Chateau de la Cree
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 90 reviews
Nos expériences au Château de la Crée ont été adaptées en respectant notre protocole barrière. Nous vous donnons rendez-vous à Santenay, afin d'allier la découverte de nos vins et de nos expériences interactives, le temps d'une pause en pleine nature.
Reviewed By foreverparis - Seattle, United States
Beautiful chateau and cave, amazing wine, superb staff... The extraordinary Maxime curated an amazing week in Burgundy for us in late June. We spent 5 days touring the rolling hills of Burgundy, learning the history of Chateau de la Cree, enlightening our palates, visiting caves and cellars, enjoying lovely meals, and learning all about this renowned wine region. Maxime is charming, knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and passionate--we couldn't have asked for a better host! And our lunch on the terrace of Chateau de la Cree with Francois and Pablo was the highlight--we could have stayed forever!
6. Abbaye de Fontenay
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4.5 based on 900 reviews
The Abbey of Fontenay was founded by Saint Bernard in 1118. It is one of the oldest Cistercian abbeys in Europe. The Romanesque architecture offers a remarkable unity to all buildings remained intact since the Middle Ages. The Abbey was transformed into a paper mill after the French Revolution by the family Montgolfier and was bought back in 1906 by Edouard Aynard, the ancestor of the present owners who continue on safeguarding this masterpiece of Romanesque art. The old Abbey of Fontenay (12th century) was one of the first monuments to be inscribed on the Unesco world heritage list. This classification has distinguished the exceptional value of Fontenay and its environment. Free Parking and gift shop. Until 1/11/2020, Fontenay Abbey is open every day from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Regular guided tours will take place only on weekends in French. From 02/11/2020 to 18/12/2020, only the week-end from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. and free tour only.
Reviewed By Carmen8889 - Bucharest, Romania
This was one of the highlights of my trip in Burgundy. The guided tour was very insightful, the site is very well kept and everyone is willing to help and provide any additional information. It is definitely a place to return!
7. Olivier Leflaive
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4.5 based on 217 reviews
The pioneer of wine tourism in Burgundy, Olivier Leflaive, invites you to an immersive and educational tour of his Domaine in Puligny-Montrachet. Winetasting over lunch or dinner in the hotel dining room or by appointment. Wines for sale at ex-domaine prices directly from ‘Olivier Leflaive Hotel Restaurants’ all day Monday to Saturday and until noon on Sunday.
Reviewed By marggrif - Cincinnati, United States
We had the great pleasure of taking the cellar tour with the charming Mr. Leflaive. We learned and laughed a great deal. We then enjoyed a spectacular lunch with beautiful wine pairings. The skill and attention to detail of staff was impressive. The village of Puilgny-Montrachet is a perfect place to stroll afterwards.
8. Chateau de Cormatin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 521 reviews
Beautiful 17th century chateau in southern Burgundy
Reviewed By Vos1983 - Naaldwijk, The Netherlands
Loved the gardens around the castle, we brought our own lunch and had a fantastic view. Because went in lunchtime the castle itself (meaning: the tours) was closed and that meant we had the gardens for ourselves! Well worth a visit and impressive to see the exposition on the renovations they did, way more work than I expected,can only have respect for that.
9. Bibracte - Mont Beuvray
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4.5 based on 309 reviews
Bibracte is the name of the former capital of a powerful Gaulish people. The site of the Gaulish town occupies one of the highest summits in the Morvan mountain range, Mont Beuvray, in the Burgundy Region of France. Nowadays, Bibracte is a benchmark site for the study of Celtic civilisation. Bibracte Museum stands on the slopes of Mount Beuvray. In a very contemporary architectural setting, the permanent exhibits offer a fascinating account of Celtic civilisation through its fortified towns. Numerous models, audiovisual presentations, and reconstructions make the museum very attractive and enable you to get right to the heart of the everyday lives of our ancestors. You will thus discover the social organisation, arts and crafts, agriculture, trade, religion, art and culture of peoples who were much less barbaric than Caesar wanted us to believe...
10. Grottes d'Arcy-sur-Cure
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 290 reviews
Reviewed By REKahn
The guided tour was great. Emmanuel, our tour guide was so nice ! The paintings of mammoths on the walls were surreal.
