Burgundy’s River Saône meanders gracefully through a rolling landscape of green and gold, studded with castles, mosaic roofs and Romanesque churches. Famous for its wines, the region displays neat rows of vines that flourish in the long, warm summers and produce the fruit that becomes such favourites as Chablis, Meursault and Gevrey-Chambertin. Scattered between are picturesque timbered villages like Noyers-sur-Serein where geraniums spill from pots and pretty squares buzz with the activity of shoppers and artists.
Points of interest: Hospices of Beaune | Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy | Cluny Abbey | Château de la Rochepot | Dijon Cathedral | Guédelon | Fontenay Abbey | Château de Bussy-Rabutin
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Its imposing fortress from which the village radiates out was once the residence of the Dukes of Burgundy because of its strategic location between Dijon and Auton. Every two years in late July its medieval streets lined with old stone houses complete with turrets and flowers of plenty come alive with the Médiévales festival.
Flavigny-sur-Ozerain
Flavigny-sur-Ozerain
Built on a rock with a Benedictine monastery at its centre, Flavigny is home to fewer than 400 residents. It’s former abbey now houses a factory which produces Les Anis de Flavigny, small aniseed-flavored pastilles that are distributed worldwide.
Saône-et-Loire
Semur-en-Brionnais [📸 burgundy-tourism.com]
Semur-en-Brionnais
Home to the oldest castle in Burgundy, this pink ochre-coloured village is the birthplace of chef Albert Roux OBE whose restaurant Le Gavroche was the first restaurant in Britain to be awarded 3 Michelin stars. Saint Hugues, founder of Cluny Abbey was also born in the village in the year 1024.
It’s easy to see why Noyers is listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France. It feels almost like a movie set, untouched since the medieval period but beautifully maintained, it is one of the most well-preserved villages in France. The oldest building in the village is the now Town Hall with its foundations dating back to the 12th century.
Famous for Vézelay Abbey, the town itself and the 11th century Romanesque Basilica of St Magdalene are listed as UNESCO World Heritage sites. The village has been a centre for christianity since the Middle Ages and is a starting point for the Compostela route. Bourgogne Vezelay is also a local wine appellation.
Sites et Paysages Village des Meuniers is in a tranquil setting with panoramic views. The large and welcoming reception building sets the tone for the rest of this superb site. It is set on the gentle slopes of a hilltop that has been tastefully landscaped. There is a feeling of spaciousness throughout with modern and well-kept facilities.
This small campsite is situated on the wine route between Baume and Cluny and close to the long cycle route through the Burgundy vineyards. This well run, family site offers an ‘away from it all’ location and it will appeal to those seeking a quiet, relaxing environment in a garden-like setting. There are 64 small to average-sized, level, grassy pitches, with 50 for touring (6A electricity; long leads may be required). Most pitches are well shaded by a wide variety of mature trees making access for tall outfits quite difficult. No twin-axle caravans or large outfits accepted.
You are assured of a warm welcome at this attractive family run site, situated within walking distance of the village, in an area of rolling countryside, woodland, rivers and country villages and ideal for walking or cycling. The spacious 130 level grassed pitches (6A electricity, long leads advised) are mostly separated by hedges, with mature trees offering varying amounts of shade. Adjacent to the site there is a thermal spa with opportunities to ‘take the waters’ during a three-day session or a full blown cure of three weeks! Reception has details. There is an excellent restaurant almost opposite the campsite entrance and a casino in the village.
Camping Lac de Panthier is an attractively situated lakeside site in the Burgundy countryside. It is divided into two areas, one housing the reception, shop, restaurant, indoor pool and sauna. The other, larger area is 200 m. along the lakeside road and is where the other site activities take place and the outdoor pools can be found. Many of the pitches here have views across the countryside. The 127 touring pitches all have 6A electricity and are mostly on gently sloping grass, although in parts there are shallow terraces. The restaurant and some pitches have views over the lake which offers many watersports and is popular with anglers. Used by tour operators.
On the banks of the River Cure, 500 m. from the N6, this small site achieves noteworthy quality at reasonable cost. A warm welcome at the flower bedecked bureau and the immediately inviting environment sets the tone for a restful stay. The 50 level pitches are of good size and separated by hedging and interspersed with mature trees. Water points are strategically placed and almost every pitch has electricity (6A). There is infrequent intrusive train noise but the close proximity to the station offers the added attraction of a day excursion to Paris (2 hours). Balloon flights can be booked.
