Burgundy

Welcome by the tour guide in the late afternoon. Beaune is wine-capital of Burgundy and has a picturesque old town. Visit „Hôtel-Dieu“, the old hospital of poor.

You cycle via Chagny to castle Rully, a medieval fortress in midst of vineyards. Join the Voie Verte, an old railway track converted into a cycle path and cycle to Buxy/Saint Boil and surroundings. The picturesque little town surrounded by vineyards.

The Voie Verte offers relaxed cycling pleasure with only a few gentle inclines. In Cormatin, you will find the largest castle in Burgundy, and in Cluny, the impressive monastery complex, whose church was once the largest Christian church in the world. The destination is Mâcon, a charming town on the Saône with a southern flair – ideal for an enjoyable end to the day. Overnight stay in Mâco

The route takes you leisurely along the “Voie Bleue” along the Saône through the lovely countryside of Burgundy. In Tournus, it is worth visiting the Romanesque Abbey of Saint-Philibert before continuing through vineyards and small villages. The destination is Chalon-sur-Saône, a lively town with historical flair, a pretty old town, and inviting riverside promenades – perfect for a relaxing end to the stage. Overnight stay in Chalon-sur-Saône.

Today you cycle through the vast river landscape to Verdun-sur-le-Doubs, a charming village at the confluence of the Doubs and Saône rivers. Passing through small villages and green riverbank landscapes, you reach Seurre, where you can take a break and enjoy some regional cuisine. You will reach Saint-Jean-de-Losne, France's largest inland port for recreational boating. Enjoy the maritime flair, the cozy cafés by the water, and the view of the numerous boats. Overnight stay in Saint-Jean-de-Losne.

The route runs peaceful and close to nature along the Canal de Bourgogne – ideal for enjoying and unwinding. You cycle through small villages, past locks and houseboats, always accompanied by the canal's watercourse. The route is almost entirely flat and has little traffic – perfect for relaxing hours in the saddle. The destination is Dijon, the historic capital of Burgundy. Look forward to a lively old town, the famous Owl Trail, and culinary delights in one of the most beautiful cities in France. One night in Dijon.

This route is one of the most beautiful wine routes in France. You will cycle through the famous vineyards of the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune, passing vineyards, castles, and charming wine-growing villages such as Gevrey-Chambertin, Nuits-Saint-Georges, and Savigny-lès-Beaune. Your destination is picturesque Beaune, the heart of Burgundy's wine-growing region. Here you can explore the historic old town and enjoy numerous wine tasting opportunities. Overnight stay in Beaune.

Welcome by the tour guide in the late afternoon. Beaune is wine-capital of Burgundy and has a picturesque old town. Visit „Hôtel-Dieu“, the old hospital of poor.

You cycle via Chagny to castle Rully, a medieval fortress in midst of vineyards. Join the Voie Verte, an old railway track converted into a cycle path and cycle to Buxy. The picturesque little town surrounded by vineyards.

Enjoy your easy and relaxed route on Voie Verte, just now and then with a very small climb. Your next stop is Cormatin with the biggest castle of Burgundy followed by Cluny, the famous monastery. The church of Cluny was at times the biggest church of Christendom.

Through the railway tunnel of Bois Clair (longest bike tunnel in Europe, length 1, 6 km). Afterwards you cross the boarder to Macônnais. The last 20 km you cycle relaxed into the valley of Macôn. We recommend visiting the old city and historic bridge. Especially in the evening, you have awesome views from the new promenade next to river Saône.

You cycle through „Bresse“to Ferme-de-la-Foret, a typical farm of the region. Louhans is capital of Bresse and is justly named “the most beautiful detour of France”.

Today you should stop in St. Loup-de-Varennes. Here photography was invented and the local museum of photography shows many exhibits from this time. In the afternoon, you meet again with river Saône and reach Chalon-sur-Saône, second largest city of Burgundy with important river port for the export-goods wine and corn.

On your last cycle day, you enjoy the idyllic river valley of Saône, a 480 km long river, springing in the Vosges and mouthing into river Rhone near Lyon. When you reach Beaune, take your time for a stroll through the picturesque little town.