+33(0)2 54 78 62 52Discover the hidden treasures of Burgundy
- The medieval towns and villages of Burgundy
- The wonderful roman city of Vézelay and the Basilica
- The peaceful and green countryside of Burgundy
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Reference : BU7
Difficulty : Sustained
Round trip
From March to November
Departure: daily
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Your cycling tour in Burgundy:
Burgundy : its châteaux, its wines, and a series of amazing landscapes. Take your time to appreciate an authentic rural environment, to explore a whole network of country roads and lanes.
Day 1 : Arrival in Beaune
The undisputed capital of Burgundy, Beaune is also one of France’s prettiest towns, a source equally of art and of history: its hospital, crowned by a roof of glazed tiles, is known throughout the world, and its wine museum is a must!
Patriarche Père et fils
Visit one of the biggest wine cellars of Burgundy, 4 little movies tell the story of Père & Fils House all along the visit route. You will be able to taste 10 of the greatest Burgundy wines with a tastevin offered.
Day 2 : Beaune – Châteauneuf en Auxois | 35 km
Still travelling through the famous Burgundy vineyards, you will reach the Ouche Valley and cross the Canal de Bourgogne to arrive in Châteauneuf, a picturesque old village perched on high, protected by its château dating back to the 12th and 15th centuries!
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Free audio-guided tour of the Hospices de Beaune. Built in the 15th century to house and care for the poor of Burgundy, this large hospital is a jewel of the civil architecture of the time. You will be amazed by the glazed tiled roofs that have become the symbol of Burgundy.
Day 3 : Châteauneuf-en-Auxois – Semur-en-Auxois | 53 km
This route leads you through Pouilly en Auxois then follows the canal of Burgundy on a peaceful ride at the rhythm of slow house boats cruises to reach Semur en Auxois.
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The chateau de Châteauneuf opens its doors to make you travel in time: From 12th to 18th century, the castle has been built, converted, developed according to the needs of each one of its owners. You will visit the donjon, the Philippe Pot manor, the Main building, the chapel, the south tour… and will discover its amazing history through the ages.
Day 4 : Semur-en-Auxois – Vézelay | 65 km
A ride through the countryside which leads you to Epoisses known for its very tasty cheese. Further on, situated on the top of a hill, Vézelay appears in front of you and guides you towards the wonderful roman basilica classified as world heritage by UNESCO. Outside this monument, a beautiful view over the valley and the vineyards. Enjoy a moment of serenity in the garden of this basilica showing you the deep nature of this area.
Day 5 : Vézelay – Saulieu | 50 km ou 59 km
After the peaceful countryside of the Burgundy area you will reach the regional park of Morvan. Enjoy the natural landscapes surrounding you and continue in the direction of Saulieu. This small village has been highlighted thanks to the very famous French Chef ‘Bernard Loiseau’ where is its high level gastronomic restaurant.
Day 6 : Saulieu – Autun | 50 km ou 59 km
Enjoy a ride through the valley along a small river. Discover typical small villages and the atmosphere of the French way of life in rural areas. You will pass the villages Chissay en Morvan and Lucenay l’Evêque proceeding to Autun. Autun is a city of culture, categorized as a city of art and history, with numerous testimonies of 2000 years of history.
Day 7 : Autun – Beaune | 73 km
Today’s journey takes you back to the vineyards via the Renaissance Château de Sully and the pretty town Nolay: a charming village which has preserved its 14th-century covered market, and bordered by the “Hautes Côtes de Beaune” vineyards. Continue via the Château de La Rochepot (a magnificent fortress with glazed tile roofs), and the “Côte de Beaune”, famous for its prestigious white wines such as Meursault, Puligny Montrachet, Chassagne Montrachet, etc … a last taste of sheer Burgundy delight!
Alain DOIRE Bourgogne-Franche-Comté Tourisme
Follow your guide to visit the private chateau of Sully; it is a majestic chateau surrounded by water, nestle in a green setting. The discovery of the park and the vegetable garden will be the opportunity of a pleasant walk.
Day 8 : Departure during the day
The little extra with Biking France (optional):
Our « Visit Package » – with entrance fees to
. Patriarches Père & Fils (wine tasting in Beaune)
. Hospices de Beaune
. château de Châteauneuf-en-Auxois
. château de Sully
Select your category
- from March 1st to April 7th
from November 1st to 30th - Departure: daily
310 € / pers.*
675 € / pers.*
- from April 8th to October 31st
- Departure: daily
310 € / pers.*
675 € / pers.*
Category's details
• 7 nights with breakfasts (accommodation in a two-person bedroom)
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2 dinners (drinks not included)
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Luggage transport during the bike stages
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Equipped cycle rental for 6 days
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1 travel folder (per room) including colour maps
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A personalized navigation app showing points of interest along the route
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City taxes
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Hotline 7 days a week
• 5 dinners / Lunches / Drinks
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Tickets to attractions, tours of attractions, tasting
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Optional insurances (Cancellation Insurance OR Tranquility Insurance)
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Single room supplement (7 nights included)
• 7 nights with breakfasts (accommodation in a two-person bedroom)
•
2 dinners (drinks not included)
•
Luggage transport during the bike stages
•
Equipped cycle rental for 6 days
•
1 travel folder (per room) including colour maps
•
A personalized navigation app showing points of interest along the route
•
City taxes
•
Hotline 7 days a week
• 5 dinners / Lunches / Drinks
•
Tickets to attractions, tours of attractions, tasting
•
Optional insurances (Cancellation Insurance OR Tranquility Insurance)
•
Single room supplement (7 nights included)
from 3 to 11 years old : - 50%
from 12 to 17 years old : - 20%
(Only if the triple or quadruple rooms are occupied by 2 adults minimum )
According to the category(price per person)
(including 5 dinners – excluding drinks)
(accommodation in a two-person bedroom)
+ 75 € / pers.
+ 40 € / pers.*
+ 165 € / pers.
+ 165 € / pers.*
from 0 to 2 years old : free / from 3 to 11 years old : - 50% / from 12 to 17 years old : - 20%
(Only if the triple or quadruple rooms are occupied by 2 adults minimum )
Extras
If you bring your own bike.
. Patriarches Père & Fils (wine tasting in Beaune)
. Hospices de Beaune
. château de Châteauneuf-en-Auxois
. château de Sully
(for children: a discount will be applied according to ages – after booking)
(in the case of a single person per booking)
Your accommodation
Your cycle hire
OPEN or CLOSED frame
- 1 rear pannier
- 1 handlebar pannier
- 1 repair kit
- 1 pump
- 1 lock per couple
Helmet not provided.
OPEN frame
- 1 rear pannier
- 1 handlebar pannier
- 1 repair kit
- 1 pump
- 1 lock per couple
Helmet not provided.
- Bikes will be delivered at the 1st hotel.
- At the end of the tour, leave the rental bikes at your hotel, we will pick them up.
> How to arrive in Beaune
> Return
Your journey
Tour description:
Small traffic roads and some signposted routes for cyclists.
Bike stages trip profiles:
(click below to see the trip profile of each stage)
- stage Beaune – Châteuneuf-en-Auxois
- stage Châteuneuf-en-Auxois – Semur-en-Auxois
- stage Semur-en-Auxois – Vézelay
- stage Vézelay – Saulieu (short version)
- stage Vézelay – Saulieu (long version)
- stage Saulieu – Autun (short version)
- stage Saulieu – Autun (long version)
- étape Autun – Beaune
Navigation app – personalized and detailed guidance system:
Besides the maps, we also provide an application accessible on your smartphone that guides you as a GPS device and indicates the points of tourist interest on your route. You will also find the details of the accommodations of your trip and practical information.
How to arrive in Beaune
By train:
From Paris Gare de Lyon train station >> Dijon ville train station (by TGV train) >> Beaune train station (by train) – (about 2h30).
For more information, do not hesitate to visit : www.sncf.com/en
By plane:
- From Roissy CDG airport:
– Roissy Charles de Gaulle T.2 train station >> Lyon Part-Dieu train station (by TGV train) >> Beaune train station (by train or TGV train).
www.parisaeroport.fr/en/passengers/access/paris-charles-de-gaulle/public-transport
- From Orly airport:
– Taxi transfer to Paris Gare de Lyon train station >> Dijon ville train station >> Beaune train station.
– Bus shuttle (Orly Bus) : from Orly Sud > > Paris centre – stop ‘Denfert Rochereau’ >> Metro line 6 + line 14 >> Paris Gare de Lyon train station >> Dijon ville train station >> Beaune train station.
http://aeroportorly.paris/orlybus.php
– Orly Val (automatic metro): from Orly Sud or Ouest >> Paris – stop ‘‘Chatelet les Halles’ >> RER D – stop ‘Paris Gare de Lyon’ >> Dijon ville train station >> Beaune train station.
http://aeroportorly.paris/orlyval.php
www.transilien.com/en
www.ratp.fr/en/plans-lignes
- From Beauvais airport:
– Taxi transfer to Paris Gare de Lyon train station >> Dijon ville train station >> Beaune train station.
– Bus shuttle >> Paris – stop ‘Porte Maillot’ >> Metro line 1 >> Paris Gare de Lyon train station >> Dijon ville train station >> Beaune train station.
www.aeroportparisbeauvais.com/en/acces-et-transports/navettes/
- From Lyon – Saint Exupéry airport:
– ‘Rhonexpress’ TRAM transfer to Lyon Part-Dieu train station >> Beaune train station (by train or TGV train).
https://www.rhonexpress.fr/en/access-and-schedules/23
https://www.lyonaeroports.com/acces-transports/tram-express
Return
If you have to return to Paris (city centre) / Paris Airports:
- This return can be carry out by RandoVelo/Biking France: please contact us!
- A return transfer by train is possible and organised on your own. Please visit: www.sncf.com/en
Plan to go to the train station with your luggage (and your potential own bike)
(Personal bike return costs are on your responsibility.)
– Beaune train station >> Dijon ville train station >> Paris Gare de Lyon (by train or TGV train).
– Beaune train station >> Dijon ville train station >> Roissy Charles de Gaulle T.2 train station (by train + TGV train).
Nearby Airport:
– Lyon – Saint Exupéry Airport : www.lyonaeroports.com
Trip overall rating : / 1 testimonials
France
travel date: 28 August 2019.
Un parcours très varié au niveau des paysages (alternant le cheminement le long de cours d’eau ( canal de Bourgogne, vallée du cousin.), des paysages de campagne et l’emprunt de chemins dans les vignes) et au niveau de la pratique du vélo, avec des dénivelés raisonnables mais fréquents.
Some questions about this trip ?
Contact us +33(0)2 54 78 62 52 or by email
