What to do and see in Cote d'Or, Bourgogne-Franche-Comté: The Best Sights & Landmarks

November 28, 2021 Rebbecca Marino

Discover the best top things to do in Cote d'Or, France including Ferme Fruirouge, Paroisse Notre-Dame De Dijon, Owl's Trail, Route des Grands Crus, Abbaye de Fontenay, Cathedrale Saint-Benigne de Dijon, Rue Des Forges, Tour de l'Orle d'Or, Pinard Bridge, Chateau de Chateauneuf-en-Auxois.
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1. Ferme Fruirouge

2 Place de l Eglise Hameau de Concoeur, 21700 Nuits-Saint-Georges France +33 3 80 62 36 25 [email protected] http://www.fruirouge.fr
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5.0 based on 82 reviews

Ferme Fruirouge

With the heart of the country of the small fruits with semi-way, 20Km between Beaune and Dijon, 4Km above the famous wine Coast, you will have all the leisure to appreciate curiosities of our small area: Hautes-Côtes de Nuits.Located in full nature, with 450m of altitude on the plate of Nuits-Saint-Georges, with 3Km of the Clos de Vougeot, close to the vineyard of Romanée Conti, our Fruirouge farm is with the hamlet of Concœur on the place of the church.

2. Paroisse Notre-Dame De Dijon

2 Place Notre Dame, 21000, Dijon France +33 3 45 34 27 61 http://notre-dame-dijon.blogspot.com/
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4.5 based on 527 reviews

Paroisse Notre-Dame De Dijon

Early 13th-century gothic church features gargoyles and slender columns topped by the famous 14th-century Jacquemart Clock.

Reviewed By VadimM67 - Murmansk, Russia

The church of Notre Dame in its appearance is suitable for a cathedral. It was originally built in this capacity and was the home church for the inhabitants of the ducal palace. However, Saint-Benigne became a cathedral by the will of circumstances. However, the status of an ordinary church did not prevent Notre Dame from entering the World Heritage List in 2015. And all thanks to the western facade, which has no equal in French Gothic. Even if only it remained of the cathedral, it would be included in the World Heritage List, as happened with the facade of St. Paul's Cathedral in Macau. The 29-meter-high western facade attracts the eye with a contradictory combination of pointed arches on the first level and two rows of arcature galleries evoking memories of Venice with its Renaissance palaces. However, the idea does not fly away for a long time to the banks of the Grand Canal, because in the middle of the Renaissance arches we see quite Gothic gargoyles. Gargoyles as you know, in addition to intimidating, performed a much more important role as drains for cathedrals.However, the fake gargoyles that adorn the facade today are not medieval at all, but the result of the work of 7 Parisian sculptors from 1880 to 1882 during the restoration. Where did the real ones go? They were destroyed almost immediately after the completion of the work on Notre Dame in 1240. By the way, the church was built in a record-breaking 20 years for the Middle Ages. One of the moneylenders of Dijon decided to get married in the new church. And it must happen that a gargoyle depicting just moneylender fell from the facade and killed moneylender. Superstitious horror did not allow to return gargoyles back 6 centuries! In addition to the gargoyles, there are 3 other attractions in Dijon's Notre Dame. The first attraction is located inside, the second is at the top, and the third is located below. The statue of Our Lady of Bon Hope, or the Black Virgin, is located in the church. Le Jacquemart clock is located in the bell tower. The watch, brought as a trophy from the looted Flanders Kortrijk, consists of four metal automatons. Two , Jacquemart and Jacqueline, ring a large bell with a hammer. Two other automatons, their "children" Jacquelinet and Jacquelinette, strike from a quarter of an hour to a quarter of an hour, each with a small bell. It is necessary to climb up to this structure. But the third one is publicly available. This is the symbol of Dijon - the owl, which the tourists who believe in pagan habits have already erased. After all, touching it brings good luck. The experiment has been going on for many years with thousands of teachers, and the owl is being erased little by little...

3. 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.

4. Route des Grands Crus

Dijon France
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4.5 based on 64 reviews

Route des Grands Crus

Reviewed By Survivory - Luxembourg City, Luxembourg

January is probably not the most exiting month to drive through the countryside of Burgundy, and there are other wine districts that are more beautiful. However, the enjoyment of passing by villages with familiar names that you associate with high quality wine is not to be underestimated. Many of the villages are very pretty in themselves and there are endless possibilities to stop for a tasting of high quality wines. Now I will appreciate my glass of cold Meursault even more.

5. Abbaye de Fontenay

Marmagne, 21500 Montbard France +33 3 80 92 15 00 [email protected] http://www.abbayedefontenay.com
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4.5 based on 900 reviews

Abbaye de Fontenay

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!

6. Cathedrale Saint-Benigne de Dijon

4 Place Saint Benigne, 21000, Dijon France +33 3 80 30 39 33 http://dijoon.free.fr/pagespeciale.htm
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4.5 based on 405 reviews

Cathedrale Saint-Benigne de Dijon

Considered a masterpiece of Romanesque art, this abbey church was built in 1007 and features a crypt containing sculptures dating from the eleventh century.

Reviewed By yns_10 - Sydney, Australia

This lovely church has a beautiful mosaic tiled roof, which looked different depending on the sun and time of day. My favourite church in the city.

7. Rue Des Forges

Rue Des Forges, 21000, Dijon France
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4.5 based on 353 reviews

Rue Des Forges

Reviewed By jandavina - Winnersh, United Kingdom

Was so pleasantly surprised by the Beauty of this town .. amazing architecture and lovely old Streets to wander along .. photographers delight

8. Tour de l'Orle d'Or

Rue du Pont Joly, 21140 Semur-en-Auxois France
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4.5 based on 48 reviews

Tour de l'Orle d'Or

Tower of Orle d'Or One of the four towers wich constitute the keep of Semur (XIIIe century) - the old entrance to the city (city gate) - a little museum with rarities, archeologists artefacts... - one of the best view of the old city at the top Guided visits in french and english Open in july and August, and several days in june and september from tuesday to sunday, 2 pm - 6 pm 30 or 40 minutes for the visit 3 €, free under 18 years old

9. Pinard Bridge

Rue Pertuisot, 21140 Semur-en-Auxois France http://terres-auxois.fr/ponts-medievaux-et-escaliers/
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4.5 based on 96 reviews

Pinard Bridge

Reviewed By SteveDrab - Divonne-les-Bains, France

We went to visit Semur specially because we saw the bridge and castle on many websites as we planned to go on tour in Burgundy. Not disappointed as even though we had to park at the top of the hill in the town center and then walk all the way back we got brilliant photos. Must do for me if in the area.

10. Chateau de Chateauneuf-en-Auxois

Grande rue, 21320 Chateauneuf France +33 3 80 49 21 89 https://chateauneuf.bourgognefranchecomte.eu/histoire-du-chateau/et-maintenant/
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4.5 based on 435 reviews

Chateau de Chateauneuf-en-Auxois

Reviewed By WilsR77 - Charlottesville, United States

I have always seen this castle lurking off to the side of the road on our drive down into the heart of Burgundy Country from Paris and this year I finally decided to make a day trip of visiting. We came in the off season so most everything was closed except for the castle itself but the town was extremely charming and beautiful and the castle was an excellent visit. A great half day for folks who love exploring history and beauty.

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