From June 10 to 23 Odette and Jerry travelled in France

here is the itinerary:

Day 1 – Sunday Jun 11, 2017 : Fly Seattle – Reykjavik – Paris, train Paris to Dijon
Day 2 – Monday Jun 12, 2017 : Dijon – Fleurey sur Ouche – Velars sur Ouche – Dijon
Day 3 – Tuesday Jun 13, 2017 : Dijon – Gevrey Chambertin – Chambolle Musigny – The Château du Clos de Vougeot – Vougeot
Day 4 – Wednesday Jun 14, 2017 : Vougeot – Hautes Côtes de Nuits – Vougeot
Day 5 – Thursday Jun 15, 2017 : Vougeot – Nuits Saint Georges – Arcenant – Savigny les Beaune – Beaune
Day 6 – Friday Jun 16, 2017 : Beaune – Pommard – The Château de la Rochepot – Santenay – Puligny Montrachet – Meursault – Volnay wines – Beaune
Day 7 – Saturday Jun 17, 2017 : Beaune – Besançon
Day 8 – Sunday Jun 18, 2017 : Besançon
Day 9 – Monday Jun 19, 2017 : train Besancon to Paris
Day 10 – Tuesday Jun 20, 2017 : Paris
Day 11 – Wednesday Jun 21, 2017 : Paris
Day 12 – Thursday Jun 22, 2017 : Paris
Day 13 – Friday Jun 23, 2017: Fly Paris – Reykjavik – Seattle

here are the bike maps:

6/12 – Dijon 1 – 17 miles

6/13 – Dijon 2 – 28 miles

6/14 – Dijon 3 – 35 miles

6/15 – Dijon 4 – 32 miles

6/16 – Dijon 5 – 51 miles

6/17 – Dijon 6 – 77 miles

6/18 – Dijon 7 – 26 miles

The lead-up to this trip was our tour up Vancouver Island and out to Harrison Hot Springs. That was a bike trip – we rode 480 miles in eight days and we carried our own luggage. In exchange, Odette got her pick of French tours and I understood that it was going to be more of a food trip than a bike trip. I got the tandem serviced the week before we were to leave and when we got it back we found that it wasn’t rideable since it slipped out of gear with any load at all. I took it back to get the middle chain ring replaced and picked it up Friday evening to pack for a Saturday flight. Everything came together in the end and we got the bike in the boxes and into a cab and headed out to the airport.

The flight was pretty uneventful and we got a cab from Charles DeGaul to Gare de Lyon. Then we sat at the train station for something like three hours. It had been forty years since I took a train in France. Back then we didn’t have reserved seats, and I don’t remember luggage racks. TGV trains are pretty amazing. We kind of figured things out as we went along and except for claiming seats with the right numbers but in the wrong car everything worked out pretty well. It took a very long time to get a cab in Dijon, and then the hotel turned out to be pretty close to the train station. We had dinner at the hotel and it was good. We got up really early and I got the bike assembled, ate breakfast, and took a shower before a 9:00 meeting with the guy from Discover France. The first day’s ride was short and sweet – out along a canal with a loop back that had a nice hill. We had navigational difficulties getting out of the city but otherwise it was uneventful. We spent the rest of the day walking around the city. We bought mustard gift packs and special truffle mustard to keep. We ate at a place on Odette’s list that was really good.

At breakfast the second day I broke the tooth off the bridge I was wearing to hide the tooth I was missing. The second day’s ride left Dijon and soon was in vineyards. We stopped for a tasting at a large commercial winery and bought half-a-dozen bottles. We missed a fromagerie that Odette wanted to see but there was a little climbing and navigating to keep us focused. We got to Vougeot in time for lunch even after stopping to go through the Château du Clos de Vougeot. It took some doing to figure out how to get into the hotel. We could have used swimsuits for their pool. The lack of public restaurants explained why we were scheduled to eat at the hotel – their buffet of terrains and cheeses was actually quite good.

The third day’s ride was a loop out and back to the same hotel. We covered some of the same ground we’d ridden the previous day but generally from different directions and on different roads. Much of the day was spent in forest and limestone cliffs above the vineyards – the farming villages are old and seem really authentic. We stopped at a couple more vineyards for tastings and bought a dozen more bottles. We got turned away from a hotel restaurant where we wanted to eat lunch and then ended up back in Vougeot too late for the one bar we’d found the day before. We ate an early dinner at the hotel featuring the same buffet as the previous day.

The ride on day four went on down to Beaune. It repeated some of the villages we’d visited the previous day and again climbed above the vineyards. When we got to Savigny les Beaune we stopped for a tasting and bought half-a-dozen bottles. We found a cafe and had lunch while watching some kind of bike race – including a Cannonade tandem. We had some navigational difficulties on the last half-mile to the hotel but we got there in time to make reservations for a wine tasting class on the other side of town. Afterwards we sheltered in a bookstore to avoid a rain shower and bought roadmaps for the ride to Besancon. We found glue in a hardware store and I patched up my bridge. The people at the hotel made reservations for us at a place on Odette’s list and it was really excellent.

Day five was a loop out and back from the same hotel. We had a good climb on a different route to one of the villages we’d visited the previous day and then rode a couple of different bike trails on a railroad corridor and along a canal. We spent much longer on lunch than we wanted – mainly because the waitress forgot our order for about an hour. Odette was focused on finding a store that sold handbags so we didn’t stop at any wineries at all. Dinner was in a place billed as similar to the previous night’s restaurant – and in fact it was better. Odette spent several hours with the Garmin and maps preparing a queue sheet for the next ride.

Day six pretty much paralleled a major highway but still had some significant route finding challenges. The route was generally flat and almost entirely in farmland with very few vineyards or the wine-related tourist stuff. Most of the farming villages were too small to have cafes – we finally found a boulangerie and bought cheese and a couple of croissants. We got onto a bike path as we got close to Besancon and when I went to make a quick shift down for a short climb the shifter cable for the rear derailleur broke. We rode the rest of the way in the middle chainring and the smallest rear cog. Our hotel was in the center of the old part of town (the tourist district) and we got caught between pedestrians and a bus and the last couple of blocks weren’t very pretty. We walked up a hill to a bike shop and bought a new cable. Dinner was at a place recommended by the hotel front desk and was surprisingly good.

At breakfast on day seven I broke my bridge again. We did a basic out-and-back along the river / canal. It was Sunday and nothing was open but we walked around town quite a bit, I re-glued my bridge, and packed up the bike. We ate at a brasserie that we liked a lot.

The next morning we got a cab to the train station and jockeyed for seats on the local train. There weren’t any luggage racks by the train doors so we hauled the bike cases into the car with us and ended up with them blocking a couple of seats and sticking out into the aisle. The railroad staff didn’t seem to be bothered, though and had Odette plug their credit card machine into the outlet that our case was blocking and then left the machine with her all the way to Dijon. In Dijon we caught the TGV to Paris, an experience memorable because of the random assignment of seat numbers. We got a cab to the same hotel we’d stayed in the previous year.

We spent four days in Paris – went to Versailles on the train and went to Musee d’Orsay and the Institut du Monde Arabe on foot. Basically, we did a lot of walking. For some reason my back decided to act up but it only hurt in museums – as long as we walked briskly, or sat, I was fine. Odette decided I had spinal stenosis. It didn’t help that we were there during an unprecedented heat wave – it was in the upper 90’s every day. We ate in a couple of restaurants near our hotel that we remembered from a year ago. One of them, Christines, was really remarkable. We went to a couple of new places, both with tasting menus, one of which was pretty pretentious (the other one – Boutary Mazarin – was arguably the best meal I’ve ever had.) We rebalanced the contents of the bike cases and got both of them just under the 50 lb weight limit. On the morning of the fourth day we caught a cab out to Charles DeGaul where we waited forever to check in on Iceland Air.

The first leg of the flight was fine – there were even vacant seats in the plane. We were, however, delayed about 45 minutes and we only had an hour to change planes in Reykjavik. Everything else was delayed, too so that worked and the longer leg of the flight was crowded and uncomfortable. Customs in Seattle was pretty painless but half of the tandem didn’t ever make it out onto the conveyer. Things got heated with the airport baggage handler and we ultimately filed a claim with Iceland Air and left without the second case. Odette was much more concerned about the mustard and truffles it contained than about the inutility of a bike missing everything forward of the stoker seat post.

We decided not to ride the day after we got back (Saturday) as Odette had to go to a funeral. I went to R&E to pick up the wheels they were rebuilding for the Ibis so that we could ride it on Sunday. They hadn’t even started building wheels so I got to ride back over a couple hours later. Mysteriously, the second tandem case appeared on our doorstep sometime Saturday night after we went to bed. Everything was there and there was no indication that it had been opened or riffled.

Overall it was a great trip – I had fun, Odette and I connected in a way we can’t do at home, and the cycling was fun even if not challenging. Things I’d do differently:

I’ve got to rethink the SLR camera
train travel with the bike is possible but local airlines make the baggage handling easier
doing a loop back to the starting point means you don’t have to deal with the bike cases while on the road
it is worth investing some time on routes the evening before so that you have some context when you inevitably get surprised by the turn-by-turn
the blue-tooth intercom we use works better if you’re patient when you first turn it on
shipping wine to the US from France is expensive but surprisingly easy
it isn’t good to schedule four days in a city with no plan beyond “we’ll visit museums.”
there were likely a lot of food oriented activities in Paris that would have been fun and in keeping with the general themes of this trip.
If we can avoid Iceland Air on future trips to Europe it would be better (but I would like to do a bike trip there someday.)

here is the itinerary from Discover France:

Burgundy Food Tour

Odette BATIK & Jerry SCOTT
Identity card
Start date: June 11 – 23, 2017
Duration: 13 days

Travel summary

Day 1 – Sunday Jun 11, 2017 : Dijon
Included: Orientation with a local guide, bedroom
Day 2 – Monday Jun 12, 2017 : Dijon – Fleurey sur Ouche – Velars sur Ouche – Dijon
Included: bedroom and breakfast.
Day 3 – Tuesday Jun 13, 2017 : Dijon – Gevrey Chambertin – Chambolle Musigny – The Château du Clos de Vougeot – Vougeot
Included: luggage transfer, dinner (no drinks), bedroom and breakfast.
Day 4 – Wednesday Jun 14, 2017 : Vougeot – Hautes Côtes de Nuits – Vougeot
Included: dinner (no drinks), bedroom and breakfast.
Day 5 – Thursday Jun 15, 2017 : Vougeot – Nuits Saint Georges – Arcenant – Savigny les Beaune – Beaune
Included: luggage transfer, bedroom and breakfast.
Day 6 – Friday Jun 16, 2017 : Beaune – Pommard – The Château de la Rochepot – Santenay – Puligny Montrachet – Meursault – Volnay wines – Beaune
Included: bedroom and breakfast.
Day 7 – Saturday Jun 17, 2017 : Beaune – Besançon
Included: luggage transfer, bedroom and breakfast.
Day 8 – Sunday Jun 18, 2017 : Besançon
Included: bedroom and breakfast.
Day 9 – Monday Jun 19, 2017 : Paris
Included: bedroom and breakfast.
Day 10 – Tuesday Jun 20, 2017 : Paris
Included: bedroom and breakfast.
Day 11 – Wednesday Jun 21, 2017 : Paris
Included: bedroom and breakfast.
Day 12 – Thursday Jun 22, 2017 : Paris
Included: bedroom and breakfast.
Day 13
Included: breakfast.

Background

Your local contact : +33 6 27 81 75 52
available from 9am to 7pm
Address 1st hotel : Maison Philippe Le Bon, 18 rue Sainte-Anne, 21000 Dijon

Orientation : In Person in the hotel lobby

Orientation time: Monday June, 12th at 9:30 am

This cycling tour is the perfect combination of Burgundy’s most important treasured assets : wine and cuisine – or more artfully referred to as Gastronomy !

Starting in Dijon, a beaufiful city with sites, history, and gateway to vine country, you will make your way across the vineyards of the most famous vignobles. As great wine requires great cooking, you will have many gastronomical experiences in the restaurants we include, but you can also venture out on your own to explore the many excellent choices available in both Dijon and Beaune. The cycling is moderate and is the perfect way to enhance your appetite for the best of Burgundy ! This tour is a deluxe program of luxury for those interested in the best of the best !

Bicycle touring in the wine country of Burgundy is one of the most rewarding means of discovering the wine of the internationally renowned Burgundy name.

Country you will visit
France

France is the world’s top tourist destination, with 83 million foreign tourists. Spread across the entire country, each of the main cities in Metropolitan France has its own international dimension and charm such as Bordeaux which is the world capital of wine, or Marseille which is the European capital of culture. France offers landscapes of exceptional beauty and amazing diversity in which there are 38 UNESCO-listed World Heritage sites ! But don’t forget leisure activities and prestigious cultural events that take place all over the country featuring the oldest and the most prestigious cycling race in the world: the “Tour de France”.

Region to discover
Burgundy

With its charming countryside, peaceful atmosphere and pure country air, the French region of Burgundy is the ideal destination for those seeking to enjoy life’s simple pleasures. Particularly known for the plentiful wine and culinary delights, tourists come to Burgundy when they want to get away from it all. The friendly people and laid back atmosphere make for the perfect relaxation getaway, and the beautiful natural landscape is the perfect backdrop for leisurely cycling rides.

Ile-de-France

Île-de-France is a region in north-central France. It surrounds the nation’s famed capital, Paris, an international center for culture and cuisine with chic cafes and formal gardens. The city’s landmarks include the Louvre, home to da Vinci’s “Mona Lisa,” the iconic Eiffel Tower and Gothic Notre-Dame Cathedral. Outside Paris, there are forests, grand châteaux and farms, including dairies that produce milk for Brie.

Places you will visit
Dijon

Dijon began as a Roman settlement called Divio. This province was home to the Dukes of Burgundy from the early 11th century until the late 1400’s and Dijon was a place of tremendous wealth and power and one of the great European centers of art, learning and science. The city has retained varied architectural styles from many of the main periods of the past millennium, including Capetian, Gothic and Renaissance. Dijon architecture is distinguished by, among other things, Burgundian polychrome roofs made of tiles glazed in terracotta, green, yellow and black and arranged in geometric patterns.Dijon is home to many museums, including the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Dijon in part of the Ducal Palace. The church of Notre Dame is famous for both its art and architecture.

Gevrey Chambertin

Gevrey Chambertin is one of the most important winegrowing villages with 550hectares of wines. Its rich history began in 640 with the monks of Bèze Abbey and the creation of the “Clos de Beze”, the oldest Burgundian Clos. The birth of the vineyard is linked to religious institutions as far back as the 7th century. Protector of the vineyard, the castle of Gevrey Chambertin dates from the medieval period. At first a fortress, the castle is made up of square windowless towers, with only loopholes pierced in the watchtowers. During the middle ages, it became a “castrum”, a fortified castle with ditches filled with water, a drawbridge, prisons and high walls with a covered way.

Castle of Gevrey Chambertin
Chambolle Musigny

Located on the “route des Grands Crus” in the heart of the Côtes de Nuits vineyards, Chambolle Musigny is a charming wine village. Chambolle’s wine production is almost exclusively red from the Pinot Noir grape. Towering high above the other vineyards stands Le Musigny, a 10.86 ha piece of land owned and exploited by no less than ten different wine producers. It is most famously described as “the queen of all Burgundy” and “an iron fist in a velvet glove”. Classed as a Grand Cru vineyard, it is one of two such classed vineyards on the commune.

The Château du Clos de Vougeot

Standing in the very heart of Burgundy’s vineyards, it was originally a wine farm, built in the 12th century by monks from the nearby Abbey of Cîteaux. In the 16th century, a Renaissance style château was added to the existing buildings. With its medieval vat-house and presses, Cistercian cellar and original kitchens, it forms a unique architectural whole, attracting history lovers, architecture lovers or wine lovers. Even though the Chateau du Clos de Vougeot does not produce wine anymore, it stays the symbol of a millenary of Burgundy’s History.

Clos vougeot vineyards
Vougeot

The name Vougeot immediately calls up the name of that famous vineyard, the Clos de Vougeot. But this village of the Côte de Nuits has other fine vineyards.
The name itself derives from that of the little river Vouge. The powerful abbey of Cîteaux established these vineyards in the 12th century and laid the foundations of their long brilliant reputation. Their claim to fame is due at least partly to the fact that, rather unusually for the Côte de Nuits, Vougeot produces white wines (Chardonnay) as well as red (Pinot Noir).The appellation was formally instituted in 1936.

Hautes Côtes de Nuits

The vines of the Côte de Nuits and Hautes Côtes de Nuits stretch over 20km from north to south. This area is the center for the region’s Grands Crus. Mainly reputed for its red wines, it also produces a select few whites. Over the past few decades, the winemakers have been dedicated to producing high quality vines. And their work has borne fruit. Bourgogne Hautes Côtes de Nuits wines are today recognized as wines of character. With their purple or ruby color, these reds have body, while the whites are gold in color with a lively and balanced structure. As in the rest of the Bourgogne winegrowing region, the Côte de Nuits and Hautes Côtes de Nuits also produce wines of all the appellations Régionales: Bourgogne red and white, Bourgogne Aligoté, Coteaux Bourguignons, Bourgogne Passe-Tout-Grains, and Crémant de Bourgogne.

Nuits Saint Georges

Nuits-Saint-Georges is the main town of the Côte de Nuits wine-producing area of Burgundy. The city was also the site of the traditional Burgundian festival, la Saint-Vincent-Tournante, in 2007. It’s a festival that celebrates the wine of a different Burgundian village each year. The Appellation d’origine contrôlée (AOC) Nuits-Saint-Georges may be used for red and white wine with respectively Pinot noir and Chardonnay as the main grape variety. The city also provides many sights as The Cassinium, a museum unique in Europe or the Imaginarium with whose you will be able to know all about sparkling wines of the world, secrets and methods used in producing.

Arcenant

The origin of Arcenant dates from the prehistoric period, where men came sometimes in the area to hunt bison and horse. Several thousands years later, they settled and founded the first villages. In Gallo-Roman period, a rural spot is located near the old Neolithic road going through the top of the Hautes-Côtes: it is named “L’Ecartelot” (excavations since 1988) and sheltered a sanctuary and the living place of hunters, handicraft men, cattle breeders and farmers. Located between forests and vineyards, Arcenant is also famous for little red fruits, especially the “red currant”.

Savigny les Beaune

Savigny les Beaune is one of the oldest wine making village of burgundy. Its castle, built in 1340 and demolished in 1478 was bought by the Bouhier family at the beginning of the 17th century, the castle underwent several changes. Since 1979, the castle came back to its first use as a wine-growing estate. It also now houses a museum featuring several large collections of motocycles (dating from 1902 to 1960), race cars, army planes (exposed throughout the park), firefighters vehicles as well as a wine museum.

Fighting Falcon
Pommard

Pommard is famous for its Côte de Beaune wine production and is situated along the Route des Grands Crus. Like Nuits-Saint-Georges, the name of Pommard was made famous as a marketplace for wines from better areas, in the days before Appellation Controlee. 130,000 cases produced from 337 hectares makes it the second biggest area by production after Beaune. 135 hectares of that is Premier Cru, of which Les Epenots and Les Rugiens are the most notable. Visit the Château de Pommard and its beautiful French style gardens and in the courtyard discover the famous statue of Saint George and the Dragon by Salvador Dali. The château also houses a vineyard museum and an impressive 17th-century wine press.

Facing the Château
Beaune

Situated in the heart of prestigious vineyards, like Pommard, Corton-Charlemagne, La Romanée-Conti whose names make wine lovers’ eyes sparkle, Beaune is also a city of art with the master element of the town’s heritage: the Hôtel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune) and its multicoloured roofs. Beaune is a walled city, with about half of the battlements, ramparts, and the moat, having survived and in good condition, and the central “old town” is extensive. Historically Beaune is intimately connected with the Dukes of Burgundy.

The Château de la Rochepot

The Château de la Rochepot has been standing on its rocky peak since the 13th century. On the surrounding grounds,the visitor can see the ruins of the castle which originally occupied the site and was built in the 11th century by Alexander of Burgundy. During the 15th century, the Château became the home of the Lords Régnier and Philippe Pot, both Knights of the Golden Fleece and counsellors to the Dukes of Burgundy. A visit to this splendid fortress-castle offers a fascinating trip through the history of the Middle-Age.

The Château de la Rochepot
Santenay

Santenay is a charming town bordered by mountains, living according to the rhythm of vineyards and wines. Besides its vineyards, Santenay is also known for its waters, the richest in lithium in Europe. Chanoine Felix Kir said of Santenay: “By bringing together the healing waters with the cheerful wine, the sun and the games, Santenay can actually be considered today the ‘Nice of Côte d’ Or’ ”. The Château de Santenay is a prestigious property, consisting of the Château with its remarkable glazed tile roof and a 98 hectare vineyard. It is the fruit of an ancient heritage intimately linked to the history of wine production in Burgundy.

The Château de Santenay
Puligny Montrachet

In the middle of the Côte de Beaune, it is a well-known appellation of Burgundy wine, containing one of the most famous vineyards in the world, Montrachet. The “Scabby Hill” (“Mont Rachaz”), not much more than an undulation between the villages of Puligny and Chassagne, is one of the most famous vineyard sites in the world.

Montrachet Vineyards
Meursault

Meursault, famous for its white wine, the “Appellation Meursault Controlée” can mature from 3 to 15 years before you can drink it. Meursault produces mainly white wines from Chardonnay grapes, primarily in a style with a clear oak influence, which have led to descriptions such as “buttery” to be applied to powerful examples of Meursault wines. The town of Meursault is also home to the international wine event La Paulée de Meursault.

Paris

When asked why we want to visit Paris we all think of different things. For some it will be the famous monuments such as the Eiffel Tower and the Arc de Triomphe, for others it will be the chance to walk along the Champs-Elysées or to sit in a street-side cafe enjoying croissants and coffee, while others will think of going shopping or exploring some of the best museums in the world…
In truth it is the combination of all these attractions that makes Paris so special, and the reason why so many people fall in love with the city and keep coming back…and why you will do the same !

Volnay wines

Lords of Burgundy used to stay in Volnay maybe because its red wine is one of the most prestigious and noble of Burgundy. In general the wines are lighter than most other red Burgundies from the area. Half the production is split among 26 Premier Crus. The most notable of these are Bousse d’Or, Champans, Clos des Chenes, Clos des Ducs, Les Caillerets, Santenots and Taille Pied. Red wine from the Santenots vineyard is classified as Volnay Santenots, whereas white wine from the same vineyard can call itself Meursault Premier Cru or Meursault Santenots.

Itinerary

Day 1: Sunday Jun 11 2017, Dijon
Arrival in Dijon. This city has easy access by train from Paris. You can explore the old city, the beautiful palace of the dukes of Burgundy in which is housed the Art museum. You can also see the Ste Benigne’s cathedral. Settle in your hotel conveniently located in the center of the city.

Orientation & bike set-up at your hotel : our local guide (French native & English speaking) will meet you at your hotel in the evening of your arrival day (at 6:00pm). He will bring your bicycles, road-books, GPS and touristic information.
An expert of the region, you can ask him all the questions you have about your trip. Then he will adjust your bike so you feel comfortable riding.

Along the road you will find numerous wine cellars. Here are some suggestions on your itinerary.
Most of the time, but not always, wine tasting is free if it is followed by a sale. If you decide not to buy anything, you could be asked to pay a fee for the tasting. Prices vary from cellars to cellars, and it can be anywhere from 5€ up to 15€ or more, depending among other things on how many wines you tasted.To avoid any confusion, when you arrive at a cellar always ask if there is any fee to taste the wine.

Hotel : Night at Hotel Philippe le Bon.

DIJON

• Restaurants
Au Pourquoi Pas – 13 rue Monge
+33 3 80 50 11 77
Traditional french restaurant. Menus from 28 €. Closed on Monday & Sunday.

• Gourmet Restaurants
Le Pré aux Clercs* – 13 place de la libération
http://www.alexisbilloux.com/ – +33 3 80 38 05 05
A genuine institution in Dijon, Le Pré Aux Clercs is located opposite the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy. The gastronomic restaurant, which was awarded a Michelin star in 1972, offers cuisine made in the great French tradition. Menus from 32 € for lunch & from 59 € for dinner. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
Loiseau des Ducs* – 3 rue Vauban
http://www.bernard-loiseau.com/en/houses/loiseau-des-ducs/dijon-loiseau-des-ducs.html – +33 3 80 30 28 09
Loiseau des ducs is a Gourmet restaurant located in a beautiful pedestrian street overlooking the famous Place de la Liberation. One-star Michelin. Enjoy regional Burgundy specialities, as well as exciting creations by the chef, Louis-Philippe Vigilant, supported by pastry chef Lucile Darosey. The wine cellar allows visitors to taste a wide range of wines by the glass.Menus from 32 € for lunch & from 55 € for dinner. Closed on Sunday & Monday.
Restaurant William Frachot** – 5 rue Michelet
http://www.chapeau-rouge.fr – +33 3 80 50 88 88
William Frachot defines his cuisine as contemporary cuisine without borders and creative, emphasizing both the French countryside as his travels. Gourmet restaurant. Menus from 55 € for lunch & from 90 € for dinner. Open from Tuesday to Saturday.

• Best Beef Bourguignon in Town
Restaurant Chez Léon – 20 rue des Godrans
+33 3 80 50 01 07
Menus from 15.90 € for lunch and from 26 € for dinner. Closed on Sunday & Monday.
DZ’Envies – 12 rue Odebert
http://www.dzenvies.com/ – +33 3 80 50 09 26
Menu “I Love Dijon” from 20 €. Closed on sunday.

Market days
Halles centrales – Tuesday, Friday & Saturday all day
Place de la Libération – Wednesday all day

• Grocery stores
Epicerie Locavore des Bourroches – 34 Boulevard Eugène Fyot
This grocery offers a wide range of locals products (dried sausage, honey,…).
Open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 8:30 am to 7:30 pm.
Monoprix – 11-13 rue Piron
Closed on Sunday afternoon

• Food Lovers
Moutarde Maille Shop – 32 rue de la Liberté
+33 3 80 30 41 02
In the beautiful city of Dijon, you will find the original Maille boutique which first opened in 1845. Here, hundreds of bottles and dozens of beguiling mustards scale the walls with distinctive, complex and audacious flavors to satisfy even the most demanding taste buds. The Maille Mustard Sommelier offers you to taste. Delicate vinegars, playful vinaigrettes, luxurious tableware and unique gifts for food lovers are also to be found, all accompanied by inspiring food tips and recipes to take home with you.
Opening hours : Open from Monday to Saturday, from 10 am to 7 pm.

Maison Mulot & Petitjean – 1 place Notre-Dame <i>(close to the Tourist Office)</i>
http://www.mulotpetitjean.fr/ – + 33 3 80 30 07 10
Established in 1796, Mulot & Petitjean has a long Dijon family tradition of making gingerbread. You need to taste the gingerbread at the Shop ! Visit : Open from Tuesday to Saturday, 9 am-12 pm & 2 pm-7 pm.

Included: Orientation with a local guide, bedroom
Day 2: Monday Jun 12 2017, Dijon – Fleurey sur Ouche – Velars sur Ouche – Dijon
Riding today will take you out into the countryside of Dijon to get warmed up and to visit some of the nearby vineyards and sites including the Burgundy canal. Return to Dijon.

Distance : 34 Km (21 mi).
Elevation : 290 m.

Hotel : Night at Hotel Philippe le Bon.

VELARS SUR OUCHE

• Bakeries
Boulangerie des Trois Ponts – Place Osburg
Closed on Monday

• Restaurants
L’auberge Gourmande – 17 Allée de la Cude
http://www.auberge-velars.com/ – +33 3 80 33 62 51
Gourmet restaurant. Cuisine made using local products. Menu from 22.50 € for lunch. Closed on Tuesday & Wednesday all day.
A La Grasihade – 43 Allée de la Cude
+33 3 80 33 63 38
Pizzeria-Grill. Closed on Sunday.

• Grocery stores
Supermarché Colruyt – Rue des Trois Ponts
Closed on Sunday afternoon

FLEUREY SUR OUCHE

• Bakeries
Boulangerie Lagrange – 27 Grande rue bas
Closed on Monday

• Restaurants
O P’tit Repere du Gout – 8 rue des Vieilles Carrières
http://www.optitreperedugout.fr/en/ – +33 3 80 41 30 92
Burgundy cuisine. Original dishes with imaginative and tasty flavours, subtle inventive desserts, all presented with attention to detail and the sensitivity of agreat artist. Closed on Monday.

Included: bedroom and breakfast
Day 3: Tuesday Jun 13 2017, Dijon – Gevrey Chambertin – Chambolle Musigny – The Château du Clos de Vougeot – Vougeot
You ride into the Cotes de Nuit wine country today passing some of the most famous names in Burgundy wine such as Chambolle-Musigny, Gevrey Chambertin and Vougeot. Visit Château du Clos Vougeot and stay in your charming hotel tonight.

Distances :20/29 km (12/18 mi)
Elevation : 108/325 m.

Hotel : Night at Hotel le Clos de la Vouge.
Dinner included at your hotel.

MARSANNAY LA COTE

• Bakeries
Le Fournil des Grands Crus – 59 rue Mazy
Boulangerie Banette – 4 route de Beaune
Europain 21 – 156 rue Centre Arco

• Restaurants
Restaurant Les Gourmets – 8 rue du Puits de Têt
http://www.restaurant-lesgourmets.com/ – +33 3 80 52 16 32
Gourmet restaurant. Creative cuisine & seasonal menu regularly changed. Closed on Monday & Tuesday. Menus fom 20 € for lunch on weekdays & from 31 € for dinner.

Market days
Thursday morning – Place des Droits de l’Homme
Saturday morning – Place Jean Bart

• Grocery stores
Grand Frais – 146 Allée du Docteur Lepine
Closed on Sunday
Carrefour Express – Avenue Marguerite de Salin
Closed on Sunday afternoon

COUCHEY
• Bakeries
Boulangerie Bourgeois – 1 rue Georges Clémenceau
Closed on Monday

• Restaurants
Ô Cocoon – Rue du 8 mai 1945
+33 3 80 52 35 36
Regional Burgundian cuisine as Snails, poached eggs or Epoisses toast… The restaurant also offers tastings to complete your discovery of wine. Open everyday. English spoken.

BROCHON

• Food Lovers
Fromagerie Gaugry – The Gaugry shop is located beside the RD974 road
http://gaugryfromager.fr/home/ – +33 3 80 34 00 05
Discover each stage in the production of cheeses thanks to a glass visitors’ gallery that passes through all the different production areas and 3 presentation videos. After your visit, a Cheese tasting invites you to discover different specialities, which form an integral part of the rich Burgundian heritage. The Fromagerie has been awarded with the “Quality Tourism” label.
Visit : There are two ways you can visit the production site : either on a guided (with reservation) or unguided tour (free & without reservation). We recommend that you come in the morning, while production is underway. Informations : Open MON-SAT from 9 am to 12:30 pm and from 2 pm to 7 pm. English spoken – Contact : visites@gaudryfromager.com

GEVREY CHAMBERTIN

• Bakeries
Boulangerie des Grands Ducs – 5 rue Richebourg
Closed on Sunday
La p’tite Chambertine – 1 route de Dijon
Closed on Sunday

• Restaurants
Chez Guy – 3 place de la Mairie
http://www.chez-guy.fr/ – +33 3 80 58 51 51
Delight in the savory fresh produce of Contemporary cuisine. Menus fom 28 €. Closed on Sunday.
La Rotisserie du Chambertin – Bistrot Lucien
http://www.rotisserie-chambertin.com/ – +33 3 80 34 33 20
Brasserie-style cuisine at the Bistrot Lucien. The chef will take you right into the heart of Burgundies traditions with authentic and modern dishes rich in flavor.. Closed on Monday & Sunday.

Market days
Tuesday – Place de l’Europe
From 8 am to 1 pm

• Wine Cellars
Domaine Philippe Leclers – 6-9 rue des Halles
http://www.philippe-leclerc.com/ – +33 3 80 34 30 72
Wine cellars & Museum. Wine tasting (7 wines) from 10 € with some explanation of the wines produced and the area. Visit : Open everyday from 9:30 am to 7:00 pm.

Jean-Philippe Marchand – 4 Rue Souvert
http://www.marchand-jph.fr/introduction/index.html – + 33 3 80 34 33 60
Proposes different sorts of tasting sessions. Different wines (chite/red) & alcoholic fruit creams accompanied by delicatessen. Visit : Open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10 am to 1 pm & from 2pm to 6:30 pm.

CHAMBOLLE MUSIGNY

• Restaurants
Restaurant Le Chambolle – 28 rue Caroline Aigle
http://www.restaurant-lechambolle.com/ – +33 3 80 62 86 26
In each plate, you will find authentic regional cuisine, inspired by the breath of the seasons, prepared in pure tradition and respect of the products. Menu from 25 €. Closed on Thursday evening & Wednesday all day.
Restaurant le Millésime – 1 Rue Traversière
http://www.restaurant-le-millesime.com/ – +33 3 80 62 80 37
Gourmet restaurant using fresh local products. More than 500 references in the wine cellar. Menu from 19.90 € for lunch. Closed on Monday & Sunday. Wine tasting possible in the vaulted cellars from Wednesday to Sunday. Call +33 3 80 62 84 01 for more informations.

Included: luggage transfer, bedroom and breakfast, dinner (no drinks)
Day 4: Wednesday Jun 14 2017, Vougeot – Hautes Côtes de Nuits – Vougeot
Loop ride day from Vougeot. Discover the Burgundy countryside and more vineyards of Hautes Cotes de Nuits at your own pace; as we propose 3 different cycling options. This area is the center for the region’s Grands Crus. Mainly reputed for its red wines, it also produces a select few whites. Visit more vignobles and taste some of the produce at your leisure. Return to Vougeot.

Distances : 35, 43 or 55 Km (21, 26 or 34 mi).
Elevation : 530, 650 or 840 m.

Hotel : Night at Hotel le Clos de la Vouge.
Dinner included at your hotel.

CHAMBOEUF

• Restaurants
Auberge du Terroir – 3 chemin de la Vareine
http://www.auberge-terroir42.com/ – +33 4 77 52 56 32
Traditional restaurant using local products. Menu from 11.50 € for lunch. Closed on Monday & Sunday.

• Bakeries
O Pain Delice – 3 Place de l’Eglise
Closed on Sunday

• Grocery stores
Intermarché – La Grange
Closed on Sunday afternoon

CHATEAU D’ENTRE DEUX MONTS

• Food Lovers
Discover the Truffle at the Chateau d’Entre Deux Monts

Château d’Entre Deux Monts – The truffles farm

The Chateau d’Entre Deux Monts invites you to discover the Truffle, a symbolic product of Burgundy. Under the guidance of an harvester and his dog, you will be able to discover the fascinating world of Black Burgunndy treasure. Visit : Several activities proposed on-site as demonstration of hunting; Tasting craft products based on truffle, Visit of the Castle … Prices : Demonstration of hunting from 10€ / person. Opening hours : Open from Thursday to Monday from 10 am to 6 pm. Plan your visit : All reservation is well recommended. – Send an email to : ordesvalois@gmail.com or cal +33 623 130 946.

VOSNE ROMANEE

• Restaurants
La Toute Petite Auberge – 5 Route Nationale 74
http://www.latoutepetiteauberge.fr/?langue=en – +33 3 80 61 02 03
Traditional french restaurant. The menu changes four times a year, with the chef revisiting classic Burgundy dishes. Menus from 31 €. Closed on Tuesday & Wednesday.

• Wine Tasting
Domaine Armelle & Bernard Rion – 8 Route Nationale
http://www.domainerion.fr/historic/?lang=en&lang=en – +33 3 80 61 05 31
At the Domaine Rion you can discover some old vintages, in bottles and in magnums. Armelle, Bernard and their daughters Alice & Nelly invite you to share a great moment around their passions of Great Burgundy Wines and Burgundy Truffles. Visit : The Classical tasting : It’s in the cellar atmosphere that you will have some explanations about wine making process. After the cellar tour, you will have the opportunity to discover more about wines. Of course, the tasint will be commented by the family. Price : The Classical tasting is free of charge. Your tour can be associated to a truffle toast for 2€. If you wish to know more about the Domaine, there are some specified tours available : VIP Tour, Burgundy Truffle secrets, Terroir Tour … Opening hours : You can visit the cellar from Monday to Saturday from 9 am to 6 pm with or without an appointment. On Sunday, an appointment is required. Tours in French & English.

Included: bedroom and breakfast, dinner (no drinks)
Day 5: Thursday Jun 15 2017, Vougeot – Nuits Saint Georges – Arcenant – Savigny les Beaune – Beaune
Leaving your hotel you will pass through the lower vineyard area of Cotes de Nuits and into Beaune, the wine capital of the region. Leave plenty of time to explore Beaune and its many sites including the famous Hotel Dieu, and its many wine caves.

Distances : 36 or 51 Km (22 or 31 mi).
Elevation : 360 or 420 m.

Hotel : Night at Hotel des Remparts.

NUITS SAINT GEORGES

• Bakeries
Boulangerie Patisserie St Georges – 4 rue Fagon
Closed on Monday
Boulangerie Marcoux – 5 rue Henri Challand
Boulangerie Gaudillot – 42 Grande Rue

• Restaurants
La Cabotte – 24 grande Rue
http://www.restaurantlacabotte.fr/ – +33 3 80 61 20 77
Regional cuisine. The chef gives life to traditional dishes with a very personal touch. Menu from 19.50 € for lunch and 29.90 € for dinner. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
Café du Centre – 22 Place de la République
http://www.brasserieducentre-nuits.com/ – +33 3 80 61 34 47
This brasserie serves typical local dishes. Traditional and family cooking that will delight all gourmets. The Cafe offers a wide selection of wines of Burgundy & works with many producers in the region. Menus from 14.70 €. Open everyday.

Market days
Friday – Halles Centrales
from 8am to 1pm

• Grocery stores
Fruirouge & Cie- 40 Grande Rue
100% Farmer products – Open THU-SAT from 9:30 am to Noon & from 2:30pm to 7pm
Supermarché Colruyt – 2 rue de Bingen
Closed on Sunday afternoon

• Wine Tasting
Maison Morin Père & Fils – Avenue du Jura
http://www.morinpere-fils.com/
Since its creation in 1822, Maison Morin has maintained local traditions and contributed to the reputation of Burgundy wines. Every year, it receives over 30 000 visitors in its 18th century cellars and introduces them to know-how that is almost 200 years old. Visit : The Sacrée Vigne tour (40 min) takes the visitor on an odyssey to the heart of the sometimes harsh universe of the winemaker. Visit followed by a tasting of Burngundy wines. Price: 8€ per person Informations : Open everyday from 10 am to 7 pm. Closed on Monday morning. Visits in English, German & Japanese. Last visit at 5:30 pm.

• Food Lovers
Le Cassissium Liquoristerie Védrenne – 8 Passage Montgolfier
http://www.cassissium.fr/ – +33 3 80 62 49 70
Vedrenne has been making its liqueurs since 1923, in the middle of the burgundian orchards. Every year Vedrenne liqueurs receive numerous medals for their exceptional quality in prestigious international blind-tasting competitions. Vedrenne created the Cassissium, the most important and interesting place in the world where you can discover and learn everything about the burgundian black pearl : blackcurrant. Visit : The guided tour includes the visit of the Vedrenne cellars and liquor factory of the famous Crèmes de Cassis & Fruits Liqueurs. Duration : 1 h 45. Last visit 1h45 before closing. Entrance fees : 9 € per Adult – Free for children under 12yo. Opening hours : Open everyday from 10 am to 1 pm & from 2 pm to 7 pm.

VILLERS LA FAYE

• Wine Cellar
Domaine Bonnardot – 1 rue de l’Ancienne Cure
http://www.bonnardot.fr/ – +33 3 80 62 91 27
Domaine Bonnardot is a family winegrowing estate. Four generations of winegrowers have worked on the estate, and it is run today by Danièle Bonnardot. Nine different wines are produced by the estate; four red wines, two whites, a rosé and two crémants. Visit : The estate is open to visitors Monday to Friday between 8 am and 6 pm, Saturdays from 10am to 6pm, and upon appointment on Sundays and holidays.

PERNAND VERGELESSES

• Restaurants
Le Charlemagne – 1 rue des Vergelesses
http://www.lecharlemagne.fr/en – +33 80 21 51 45
Gourmet restaurant. Inventive cuisine with regional and Japanese influences. Menus from 32 € for lunch. Closed on Tuesday and Wednesday. Cooking classes.

SAVIGNY LES BEAUNE

• Bakeries
Boulangerie Brianti – 7 rue Paul Maldant
Closed on Sunday afternoon & on Thursday all day
Boulangerie La Vigneronne – 12 rue Vauchey Véry
Closed on Sunday afternoon & on Monday all day

• Wine Tasting
Domaine du Prieuré – 23 route de Beaune
http://www.domaineduprieure-maurice.com/ – +33 3 80 21 54 27
The family Domaine was born fifty years ago in Savigny les Beaune with 4 Ha of vines. Reflecting the drive of the hard-working monks who originally cultivated Burgundy’s vineyards, Jean-Michel MAURICE replanted sections of the vineyards in the Hautes Côte de Beaune.Visit : The Domaine welcome visitors all year round. You can discover or rediscover their wines and the different vintages in the 18th century stone cellars. Do not hesitate to make an appointment so that they can ensure the best possible welcome.
Domaine Henri de Villamont – Rue du Docteur Guyot
http://www.hdv.fr/ – +33 3 80 21 50 59
Discover an unusual wine-growing estate with vast buildings : 2400 m2 of vaulted cellars of exceptional height, amongst the largest in Burgundy.
Visit : The estate offers you a guided tour of its vineyard, its vat room and its exceptional maturing cellars. English spoken.

• Restaurants
R… de Famille – 5 Place Fournier
http://rdefamille.fr/ – +33 3 80 21 50 00
Brasserie-Pizzeria restaurant. Menus from 13.50 € for lunch and from 27 € for dinner. Closed on Monday.
Restaurant L’Ouvree – Route de Bouilland
http://www.louvree.fr/ – +33 3 80 21 51 52
Traditional cuisine & regional specialities. Homemade cookinng. Menu from 17€ for lunch. Closed on Wednesday for lunch & Tuesday all day.

BEAUNE

If you would like to discover a selection of memorable wines , stop off for some wine tastings in Beaune. With an impressive range of wine tastings close to the town centre, as well as the famous Hospices de Beaune, it is genuinely a heaven of earth for wine connoiseur.

• Wine Tasting
Maison Joseph Drouhin – 7 rue d’Enfer
http://www.drouhin-oenotheque.com/en/visite – +33 3 80 24 68 88
Right in the heart of Beaune, the Oenothèque Joseph Drouhin welcomes you in the beautiful cellar of the Duke of Burgundy’s Parliament building. More than 60 references available including some older vintages and larger formats. Visit : a personalized promenade through the most ancient cellars of Beaune followed by the tasting of 6 emblematic wines from Maison Joseph Drouhin. Price : 38 € per person. Informations : The Oenotheque is open from 9:30 am to 6pm from Monday to Saturday. Visits at fixed times and upon appointment only. Visits at : 10:00 am, 2:00 pm and 4:00 pm everyday.

Sensation Vin – 1 rue d’enfer
http://www.sensation-vin.com/fr/ – +33 3 80 22 17 57
Right in the centre of medieval Beaune, Sensation Vin offers wine tasting courses of hour, wine-lovers or professionals. Discover the wonders of Burgundy wine in a relaxed setting – around the communal table in a purpose built tasting room or in the wine cellar. Visit : Wine tasting class – The Essentials : A wine tasting class to help you get to know more about the wines from Burgundy. You will taste 8 wines (including a Grand Cru) in a more structured way and talk more easily about them. Price : 35 € per person. Informations : Visits everyday (except on Saturday) at 2:30 Pm. Duration : 1 hour 30. BOOK in Advance.

La Cave de l’Ange Gardien – 38 Boulevard Foch
+33 3 80 24 21 29
The Cave de l’Ange Gardien is a wine-tasting cellar which sells wines, of course, but also sells local delicacies, both savoury and sweet. A selection of wines that caters to all tastes and all budgets & a wide variety of terrines and foies gras, as well as other gourmet products typical of the Burgundy region. The Cave de l’Ange Gardien can also arrange wine shipments worldwide.
Informations : Open from Monday to Saturday from 10 am to 7 pm. English spoken.

Market days
Wednesday & Saturday – Place de la Halle
Beaune has a large Saturday market day with about 150 stalls that fills many streets of the town and a smaller Wednesday market that is mainly fruits and vegetables and a few regional specialties, centered around the Place de la Halle.

• Restaurants
Le Caveau des Arches – 10 Boulevard Perpreuil
http://www.caveau-des-arches.com/ – +33 3 80 22 10 37
The Chef invites you to discover traditional cuisine, fresh and tasty, based on fine products from Burgundy’s lands. Book the table in the kitchen to watch the show from the team in action. Menus from 25 €. Closed on Monday & Tuesday.
Le P’tit Paradis – 25 rue du Paradis
http://restaurantleptitparadis.fr/ – +33 3 80 24 91 00
Traditional restaurant serving fresh homemade cuisine. Beautifully presented dishes full of flavours, accompanied by a fine selection of à la carte wines. Menus from 29 €. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
Koki Food & Shop – 10 Place Ziem
+33 3 80 24 06 61
Fast food & Food shop. World cuisine. Open everyday.
Ma Cuisine – Passage Sainte-Hélène
+33 3 80 22 30 22
Fabienne Escoffier and her Cuisine are a Legend in Beaune. Winner of the “Restaurants and Wine Press Award” in 2005. Traditional and tasty cuisine, selection of 850 wines. Advance booking is recommended. Closed on Saturday, Sunday and Wednesday.

• Gourmet Restaurants
Le Jardin des Remparts* – 10 Rue de l’Hôtel Dieu
http://www.le-jardin-des-remparts.com/en/ – +33 3 80 24 79 41
Gourmet restaurant nestled in a nice shady garden. The Chef Christophe Bocquillon, introduces you to his bold and creative cuisine, usually prepared with locally-sourced, authentic and seasonal produce. Menus from 32 € for lunch & from 65 € for dinner. Closed on Monday & Sunday.

• Best Beef Bourguignon in Town
L’Oiseau des Vignes* – 31 rue Maufoux
http://www.bernard-loiseau.com/en/houses/loiseau-des-vignes/beaune-loiseau-des-vignes.html – +33 3 80 24 12 06
There are so many reasons to try this quality restaurant that takes you to the heart of Burgundy’s gastronomy. The “Loiseau” brand, a fine wine list with a rare choice of wines by the glass, and its setting with definite character. Particular, dishes that are full of character. The restaurant has received its 1st Michelin Star in 2010. Menus from 25 € for lunch & from 59 € for dinner.

• Food LoversMoutarderie Fallot – 31 rue du Faubourg Bretonnièrehttp://www.fallot.com/en/parcours-de-visites/ – +33 3 80 22 10 10La Moutarderie Fallot invites you to discover the mustard through its 3 dedicated spaces : a “Museographic tour” which will reveal all the secrets of the Brassica seed and its history, a “Sensational Experience tour” for a sensory approach, and “Enjoy Fallot” : a very original tasting area ! Visit : Individual visits are guided and take place at fixed times. Plan your visit : to plan your visit, you can contact the Mustard Mill at : accueil@fallot.com or +33 3 80 22 10 10 Entrance fees : 10 € per Adult – 8 € for Children. Free tasting at the end of the tour. Opening hours : Open from Monday to Saturday from 9:30 am to 6 pm. Opening on few sundays.

Included: luggage transfer, bedroom and breakfast
Day 6: Friday Jun 16 2017, Beaune – Pommard – The Château de la Rochepot – Santenay – Puligny Montrachet – Meursault – Volnay wines – Beaune
A ride from Beaune to the south and the Cotes de Beaune vineyard area. You will be able to visit Meursault, Puligny-Montrachet, Chagny, Pommard, Santenay and then back to Beaune. You will find many opportunities to taste and purchase; or when you return to Beaune you can taste some of the appelations you visited by bike today.

Distances : 22, 48 or 57 Km (14, 30 or 35 mi).
Elevation : 278 or 642 m.

Hotel : Night at Hotel des Remparts.

POMMARD

• Wine Tasting
Château de Pommard – 3 route de Beaune
http://www.chateaudepommard.com/fr/les-visites – +33 3 80 24 99 00
The Château de Pommard is one of the most prestigious vineyards in Burgundy. Visit the Chateau & its stunning surroundings. The Chateau offers daily tours of the wine estate and wine tastings. Visit : The Terroir experience, in small groups accompanied by a wine advisor, includes the visit of the vineyards, the 18th century famous valted cellars sheltering more than 300 000 bottles, and the tasting of the Grands Vins du Chateau. Visit in French, English or Chinese. Price : 25€ per person. Informations : Open everyday from 9:30 am to 5:30 pm. No appointment necessary.

Domaine Rebourgeon Michel – 7 Place de l’Europe
http://michelrebourgeon.wixsite.com/domaine-mr – +33 3 80 22 22 83
Small family holding passed down from generation to generation since 1550. Their work follows Burgundian traditions : picking by hand, ageing in oak barrels. Informations : Wine tasting in the wine cellar or at the winery. Open everyday from 10am to noon & from 2 pm to 5pm. Closed during Harvest season. English spoken.

MEURSAULT

• Wine Tasting
Chateau de Meursault – 5 Rue du Moulin Foulot
http://www.chateau-meursault.com/en/degustations/ – +33 3 80 26 22 75
Domaine de Château de Meursault offers an exceptional setting with a park, 8-hectare Clos, cellars that date back to 12-16th centuries and an old winery.
Visit : Discovery tasting with a selection of 4 red wines & 3 white wines from 21 €. Grand Terroirs tasting : a selection of the most prestigious Crus including 5 red & 4 white wines from 26 €. Theme tasting upon request. Informations : Open everyday from 10 am to 6:30 pm. Guided tours start at 10:30 am and 11:30 am and every hour from 2pm to 5pm.

Domaine JanotsBos – 2 place de l’Europe
https://www.janotsbos.eu/en/ – +33 3 80 21 00 38
A wine tasting at JanotsBos is an experience. It’s much more than the standard wine tasting. You’ll learn more about their way of wine making, their philosophy and what defines their well-appreciated style. Depending on the time of your of your visit, you’ll get the chance to enjoy a unique wine tasting from the barrels of wines that aren’t bottled yet. You’ll be amazed ! Visits by appointment.

Caves Ropiteau Frères – Cour des Hospices
http://www.caves-ropiteau.com/ – +33 3 80 21 24 73
Situated in Meursault, the cellars from the XVth and XVIIth century are among the most prestigious in Burgundy and are a former property of the Hospices de Beaune. With about 900 barrels in its cellars, Ropiteau Frères is today one of the biggest producers of oak matured white wine in Burgundy.
Visit : Cellar visit & tasting of prestigious Burgundy wines. Wine shop on site. Informations : Open everyday from 9:30 am to 6:30 pm.

Market days
Friday morning – Place de l’Hôtel de Ville

• Restaurants
Le Chevreuil – Place de la République
http://www.lechevreuil.fr/ – +33 3 80 21 23 25
Traditional French cuisine and Burgundy specialties using fresh products. Menu from 25 €. Closed on Wednesday & Sunday.
Restaurant Chez Richard – 8 RN 74
+33 3 80 26 12 48
Traditional restaurant offering a quality French meal experience at moderate prices. Wide range of Meursault wines on the winelist. Main dishes from 18€. Closed on Sunday evening & Monday & Tuesday all day.

PULIGNY MONTRACHET

• Restaurants
Le Pelugney – 8 Place du Monument
http://www.lepelugney.com/ – +33 3 80 24 69 65
French traditional cuisine made using local products. Menus from 28 €0 Open from Friday to Tuesday.

• Gourmet Restaurants
Le Montrachet – 10 Place du Paquier de la Fontaine
http://www.le-montrachet.com/en/ – +33 3 80 21 30 06
Le Montrachet offers you a genuine Burgundian experience : outstanding wines, authentic cuisine, warmth and expertise. The best value Michelin star lunch in the region ! Menus from 32 € for lunch. Open everyday.
Olivier Leflaive – 10 Place du Monument
http://www.olivier-leflaive.com/ – +33 3 80 21 37 65
Olivier invites you to his Table, for a welcoming wine tasting to match a simple meal. Tasting Menu from 60 € including wine tasting. Closed on Sunday.

• Best Beef Bourguignon in Town
L’Estaminet des Meix – Place du Paquier de la Fontaine
+33 3 80 21 33 01
Closed on Tuesday.

• Wine Tasting
Domaine Olivier Leflaive – 10 Place du Monument
http://www.olivier-leflaive.com/en/packages-table/ – +33 3 80 21 37 65
Visit the vines & discover the Burgundy terroir, the work in the vines and the misteries of the various appellations.
Informations : Different packages available including cellar visit, vines visit & wine tasting. Open everyday

Caveau de Puligny Montrachet 1 rue Poiseul
+33 3 80 21 96 78
The Caveau sells wine by the glass so you can sample several different producers in one place. The owner is very passionate about the wines. Informations : Open everyday at lunch time.Price : Tasting of 5 wines from 10€, 8 wines from 15 €.

CHASSAGNE MONTRACHET

• Gourmet Restaurant
Restaurant Ed.Em* – 4 impasse des Chenevottes
http://www.restaurant-edem.com/fr/index.php – +33 3 80 21 94 94
Gourmet restaurant awarded 1 star Michelin. A highly recommended and well respected restaurant with impressive wine list. Menus from 35 € for lunch & from 42 € for dinner.

SANTENAY

• Restaurants
Restaurants l’Ouillette – Place Jet d’Eau
http://www.ouillette.fr/ – +33 3 80 20 62 34
All dishes are homemade. Wide range of wines with more than 200 references. Menus from 17.50 €.
Restaurant le Terroir – 19 Place du Jet d’Eau
http://www.restaurantleterroir.com/en/ – +33 3 80 20 63 47
Creative cuisine : a combination of traditional, regional dishes that reflect the changing seasons. Menus from 22€ for lunch. Open everyday except on Thursday & Sunday evening.

• Wine tasting
Château de Santenay – 1 rue du Château
+33 3 80 20 61 87
With 98 hectares of vines in various plots on the Côte d’Or and the Côte Chalonnaise, Château de Santenay is one of the largest properties in Grande Bourgogne.Visit : Château de Santenay is open to the public every day from April to November from 10 am to noon & from 1:30 pm to 6pm. There is free access to the wooded park and the tasting cellar. Guided tours available at 10:30 am, 2pm and 4pm. Price : 6.80 € per person.

NOLAY

• Bakeries
Boulangerie Cochard – 19 rue de la République
Closed on Thursday
Boulangerie Dervin – 48 rue de la République
Closed on Wesnesday

Market days
Monday – Place Monge & Les Halles
Traditional food market

• Grocery stores
Atac Nolay – Route d’Autun
Closed on Sunday afternoon

• Restaurants
Le Burgonde – 8 place de l’Hotel de Ville
+33 3 80 21 71 25
Regional Burgundian cuisine. Cuisine based on the land. Menu from 16 € for lunch. Closed on Wednesday all day and Sunday & Tuesday evening.
Restaurant le Midupi – 35 rue de la République
http://nadach-informatique.fr/Midupi/ – +33 9 80 39 95 35
Menus from 25 € for lunch with a glass of wine. Closed on Monday. Reservation advised.

Included: bedroom and breakfast
Day 7: Saturday Jun 17 2017, Beaune – Besançon
You follow the river of La Saône then Le Doubs to join Besançon passing by the small roads in the middle of the fields.

Distance : 119 Km (74 mi).
Elevation : 1070 m.

Hotel :
Night at Hotel de Paris.

BEAUNE

SAINT JEAN DE LOSNES

• Bakeries
Boulangerie Jayé – 12 rue de la Liberté
Closed on Sunday
Patisserie le Poupon – 2 rue Desilles
Closed on Sunday
Boulangerie Magniens – 4 rue nationale
Closed on Sunday

• Restaurants
Auberge de la Marine – Quai de la Hutte
+33 3 80 27 03 27
Traditional cuisine. Menu from 15 €.
Chouette Pizza – 5 rue Monge
http://www.chouettepizza.fr/ – +33 3 80 29 18 18
Pizzas, salads & sandwiches. Open everyday.
Auberge du Paradis – 17 route de Dôle
https://www.auberge-du-paradis.com/nos-pizzas/ – +33 3 80 29 07 33
Pizzas and traditional cuisine made with fresh product. Dish from 15 €.

• Market day
Saturday on the morning – Place des Halles
Fruits and vegetables product

• Bakeries
Casino supermarché – Allée du Bastion des Charmilles
Closed Sunday
Colruyt – rue nationale
Open everyday
Sole Di Sicilia – 11 rue Marion
Closed Sunday

GEVREY CHAMBERTIN

• Bakeries
Boulangerie des Grands Ducs – 5 rue Richebourg
Closed on Sunday
La p’tite Chambertine – 1 route de Dijon
Closed on Sunday

Market days
Tuesday – Place de l’Europe
From 8 am to 1 pm

BESANCON

• Bakeries
Boulangerie Au Fournil Comtois – 25 rue Pasteur
Closed on Sunday
Boulangerie des Carmes- 88 Grande rue
Closed on Saturday and Sunday
Boulangerie Caublier – 12 rue Gustave Courbet
Closed on Sunday

• Restaurants
Le Saint Nicola – 29 rue Ronchaux
+33 3 81 53 52 40
Italian specialities like pizzas and pasta. Menus fom 12 €. Closed on Sunday.
Les 100 patates – 24 rue de la Madeleine
http://le100patates.fr/ – +33 3 81 57 29 23
Cooking has based of potato but not only… Traditional and innovative cook. Closed on Monday & Sunday.
The Grean Mean – 24 rue de la Madeleine
http://thegreenman.fr/accueil/ – +33 3 81 50 99 59
French cooking in an warm atmosphere. Closed on Sunday.

• Market days
Sunday on the morning – Place jouffroy
Fruits and vegetables
Tuesday, Friday and Saturday on the morning – Place de la Révolution
Fruits and vegetables
Wednesday on the morning – Place de la Liberté
Fruits and vegetables
Wednesday and Saturday on the morning – Place des Tilleuls
Fruits and vegetables

• Wine Shop
Nicolas – 16 place de la Revolution
+33 3 81 81 11 04
Closed on Sunday
Barthod – 22 rue Bersot
+ 33 3 81 82 27 14
Closed on Sunday

• Bakeries
Petit Casino – rue Megevand
Closed on Sunday
Monoprix – 12 grande rue
Open everyday
Casino – Place de la Bascule
Open everyday

Included: luggage transfer, bedroom and breakfast
Day 8: Sunday Jun 18 2017, Besançon
Free day to explore surroundings.

Hotel :
Night at Hotel de Paris.

Included: bedroom and breakfast
Day 9: Monday Jun 19 2017, Paris
Free day to explore surroundings.

Hotel : Night at Hotel Dauphine Saint Germain.

Included: bedroom and breakfast
Day 10: Tuesday Jun 20 2017, Paris
Free day to explore Paris on your own.
Hotel : Night at Hotel Dauphine Saint Germain.

Included: bedroom and breakfast
Day 11: Wednesday Jun 21 2017, Paris
Free day to explore Paris on your own.
Hotel : Night at Hotel Dauphine Saint Germain.

Included: bedroom and breakfast
Day 12: Thursday Jun 22 2017, Paris
Free day to explore Paris on your own.
Hotel : Night at Hotel Dauphine Saint Germain.

Included: bedroom and breakfast
Day 13: Friday Jun 23 2017
Today is departure day, you can take your time getting started in the morning.

Included: breakfast
Other services
Included with your tour : technical and emergency support available at all times by phone.

From day 1 ( Sunday Jun 11, 2017 ) to day 13 ( Friday Jun 23, 2017 )
Included with your tour : GARMIN Oregon 600T or 450T.

From day 1 ( Sunday Jun 11, 2017 ) to day 8 ( Sunday Jun 18, 2017 )

During your orientation we provide you 1 GPS for 3 people. The model is a Garmin 600t (or equivalent)

The routes described in your roadbook are pre-programmed in the GPS. You simply have to follow the line shown on the GPS, and enjoy !

Included with your Tour : your personal ROAD BOOK, includes detailed maps, touristic information and the step by step itinerary.

From day 1 ( Sunday Jun 11, 2017 ) to day 8 ( Sunday Jun 18, 2017 )

Our road books are complete packages of information that will help you to guide yourself through the itinerary that we have planned and laid out. We have invested significant time and incorporated the feedback of our customers over many years (since 1997!) to make our road books even better.

Our road books include: color maps, highlighted routes, touristical information, orientation points to reach hotels, and easy to follow directions (step by step).

Hotels
Maison Philippe Le Bon
dates: 11-Jun – 12-Jun
Dijon
Category: 4*
☎: +333 80 30 73 52
18 rue Sainte-Anne, Dijon, Burgundy, 21000, France
http://www.maisonphilippelebon.com/en/home
Situated only a short walk from the Palace of the Dukes of Burgundy, in the heart of the historic center of Dijon, The House Philippe le Bon welcomes you in a unique building. It is a place steeped in history, with a two-atmosphere restaurant, combining authenticity and modernity,The establishment has a shared terrace, a listed gothic courtyard and several cellars where visitors have the chance to appreciate the encounter of modernity and charm. Beautiful and confortable, the rooms and suites have a modern style with an authentic charm. Enjoy the “Art de Vivre à la Française” in this splendid hotel where you will find all the necessary comfort to garantee a pleasant stay.
Informations:
Check-out : Midday
Check in: From 4:00 pm

Le Clos de la Vouge
dates: 13-Jun – 14-Jun
Vougeot
Hotel Category: 3*
☎: +333 80 62 89 65
1 Rue du Moulin, Vougeot, Burgundy, 21640, France
http://www.hotel-closdelavouge.com/?lang=en
Beams & original stonework, roof Burgundy, murmur of the water, historical and cultural environment … You are the Clos de la Vouge! Ideally located between Dijon and Beaune, in the heart of prestigious part of the Burgundy vineyard, Vougeot, a small village internationally renowned Le Clos de la Vouge is the perfect base for your charming stay in Burgundy. We welcome you to a collection of buildings of the twelfth century bordered by a river, completely renovated and transformed into a boutique hotel, traditional restaurant, as well as space for seminars and relaxation. Le Clos de la Vouge, human size, perfectly combines the comfort of a boutique hotel and the friendliness of a B & B.

Informations:
Check-out : 11:00 am
Check in: From 3:00 pm

Hotel des Remparts
dates: 15-Jun – 16-Jun
Beaune
Hotel Category: 3*
☎: +333 80 24 94 94
48 Rue Thiers, Beaune, Burgundy, 21200, France
http://www.hotel-remparts-beaune.com/en/index.html
Just a stone’s throw from the famous Hotel-Dieu, the Hôtel des Remparts welcomes you in style in an elegantly renovated 17th century mansion with a charming inner courtyard. Claude and Elyane Epailly, the owners, have kept the character of the old building and found the perfect balance between the charm of bygone times and modern comfort. Each of the rooms is unique and is named after one of the famous surrounding Burgundy vineyards. Enjoy your stay in this charming hotel where attention has been paid to every last detail to make your stay in Burgundy a memorable one.

Informations:
Check-out : Midday
Check in: From 2:00 pm

*Hotel de Paris – Besançon
dates: 17-Jun – 18-Jun
Besançon
Hotel Category: 3*
☎: +33 3 81 81 36 56
33 Rue des Granges, Besançon, Burgundy, 25000, France
http://www.besanconhoteldeparis.com/
The Hotel de Paris welcomes you in the heart of Besançon. With its contemporary and ancient styles which coexist in harmony, the hotel breathes a real atmosphere of serenity. You will appreciate the particular attention paid to the comfort of the bedrooms. The cosy lounges offer original spaces to rest and meditate and the fitness room is the good idea to keep up one’s form. The hotel is a starting point for nice walks in the historical town centre, hemmed in by the loop of the river Doubs.
Informations:
Check-out : Midday
Check in: From 3:00 pm

Hotel Dauphine St Germain
dates: 19-Jun – 20-Jun – 21-Jun – 22-Jun
Paris
Hotel Category: 3*
☎: +33 1 56 81 10 10
36 rue Dauphine, 6e arrondissement, Paris, Paris, 75006, France
Boasting a superb location just steps from the Seine River, the Pont Neuf and boulevards Saint-Germain and Saint-Michel, the Hôtel Dauphine Saint-Germain is a privately-owned 3-star establishment managed with passion to ensure guests an unforgettable stay in the heart of the City of Light. This hotel is situated in a charming 17th century building. It has been carefully refurbished to preserve all the charm and refinement of that beautiful period whilst ensuring all the modern comfort. 30 rooms and suites were all renovated with our guests’ comfort in mind. Feature exposed beams, period style furniture, a warm and elegant colour scheme, luxurious fabrics, as well as high quality bedding to ensure our guests a sound night’s sleep in the centre of Paris.

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