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Burgundy Nivernais Loire (East of France)

Regional Highlights

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World renowned vineyards situated close by to the canals of Branges visit Santenay, Puligny Montrachet and Macon for superlative wine tasting

Michelin starred restaurants and gourmet cuisine

Quaint cruising on the Rivers Saone and Seille just right for nature lovers and fishermen

Typical Burgundian structural design old-world magic and attractive villages of character

Dijon, the opulent ancient capital of Burgundy renowned for its priceless art gathering and structural design, in addition to being the town of origin of Dijon mustard

Louhans spirited Monday market an experience not to miss out on!

The Landscapes of the Franche-Comte province of Burgundy has a wealth of natural beauty; pine forests, waterfalls and mountain backdrops nest together with green pastures, flowers and fields of wheat.

Old fashioned historic towns and villages line the countryside and show an unaltered backdrop of a rural unchanged lifestyle, largely unchanged by tourists and modern day living. The landscape is networked with soothing waterways, a journey through this charming region also takes you through the richest and perhaps most gastronomic province in France a stunning refuge for those who recognise the value of relaxed living, fi e wines and exceptional cuisine.

Located against the backdrop of the blue-tinged Vosges mountains, Fontenoy le Chateau is a historic market town on the river of the Canal de Vosges. Its tranquil charm makes this an enchanting place to stay either at the start or end of your holiday.

Travel down to the banks of the River Saone, where the town of Gray was once a flourishing port for the wine, grain and iron trades and the indication of the rich cultural traditions is evident in the neighboring towns and villages.

St Jean de Losne the capital of Burgundys canals the Canal de Bourgogne traverses through lush picturesque countryside to Dijon, the capital of the region and notorious for its palatial architecture, affluent facades and rich heritage. Travel east and sail on the Canal du Rhone au Rhin and up to the towns of Dole and Besancon, towns surrounded in history and tradition.

Journey down the beautiful River Seille through stunning countryside to the fabulous market town of Louhans or travel south on the grand River Saone towards Macon, renowned for its rich red wines. Or, sail the waterways along the Canal du Centre and see the tidily planted cru vineyards of Burgundys legendary Cote de Beaune wine region.

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