Cycling weekend in Beaune, Burgundy
Discovery of the cultural and wine heritage of the Côte d'Or
© Alain Doire - BFC Tourisme
Duration
3 days and 2 nights
Level
Easy
ou Leisure
Departure date
From March 15th to November 8th
Trip type
Self-guided trip
Star-type tripCycling weekend with 3 loops around Beaune
This cycling weekend in Burgundy takes you to discover this remarkable region. In the form of three loops around Beaune, you pedal in the heart of the forest and vineyard landscapes of the Côte d'Or.
Enjoy a weekend of local specialties and products such as gingerbread, Burgundy truffles, snails and, of course, wines. These three bike loops will give you the opportunity to cycle through the vineyards and enjoy a tasting of Pommard, Meursault or Puligny-Montrachet while visiting their admirable domains. You will also cycle along the Voie des Vignes, a greenway that links Santenay to Beaune and follows the vineyard roads and the Climats de Bourgogne, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. (In Burgundy, a climat is a defined parcel of land with its own geological characteristics and vines of a single variety).
Beaune is the central point of your stay. It is a fortified town with charming cobblestone streets. You will visit the famous and emblematic Hospices de Beaune with their glazed and colored tile roofs. Built in the 15th century, this hospital is now a historical monument and houses a museum of medical history. The wine museum, located in the Hotel of the Dukes of Burgundy, is also worth a visit to complete your discovery of the region’s wine heritage.
Cycle to the charming village of Savigny-lès-Beaune with its 14th century castle and the Etangs d’Or. This natural area is waiting to be discovered and offers you a bucolic walk. The ascent of the hill of the Croix Corton is equally beautiful, with a magnificent panorama of the Côte d’Azur. At the top, you will find the Cross of Charlemagne, offered by the Hospices de Beaune to the House of Louis-Latour.
This weekend bike stay, open to all, offers food and wine lovers a true gourmet escape. Thanks to the undeniable charm of the Côte d’Or and its incredible cultural and wine heritage, it is common to want to extend your stay…
Itinerary
Easy or Leisure BEAUNE, Boucle des Grands Crus 36km 191m 
This loop guides you south of Beaune. At the beginning of the stage, the village of Pommard can be the occasion for a first stop. The village produces the AOC Pommard, a red wine from the Côte de Beaune vineyards, which Flaubert praises in Madame Bovary. As far as Puligny-Montrachet, you pedal along the “voie des vignes”, a green route that winds through the vineyards.
On the way back to Beaune, you pass by the Etangs d’Or, an ideal place for an open-air picnic or a nap in the shade.
- For a few more km 61km 711m
After the vineyard path that leads you to Puligny Montrachet, you will gain height. There are many points of interest along the way: the château of Chassagne Montrachet, owned by the Picard family, the medieval town of Nolay, the cirque du bout du monde at an altitude of 530 metres and the cliffs of Saint-Romain. There are several clear viewpoints from which to contemplate the rolling hills of the region.
BEAUNE, BOUCLE DE LA COLLINE DE LA CROIX DE CORTON 27km 247m
This bucolic loop takes you north of Beaune. At the beginning of the stage, you pass the castle of Savigny-lès-Beaune. The highlight of the stage is the ascent of the Croix Corton hill where the cross of Charlemagne is enthroned. The Charlemagne Cross in Aloxe-Corton dates from 1943. It was offered by the Hospices de Beaune to the Louis-Latour house. The hill dominates the vineyards and offers a magnificent 180 degree panorama.
This loop passes through numerous wine estates. This is an opportunity to taste new wines as you wish (in moderation!).
- For a few more km 48km 430m
After Aloxe Corton, you continue a little further north to the town of Nuits Saint George, another famous Burgundy appellation.
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Practical information
Essential Range
You want to enjoy your itinerary without anything fancy. Our ”essential” range offers a simple accommodation for a good night’s rest in a simple hotel, guesthouse, rest house or hostel.
Starting from 255€/participant in Self Guided option
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Comfort Range
Our quality standard at Abicyclette. This type of accommodation includes 2 and 3 stars hotels. Depending on the itinerary, you might spend some nights in approved guesthouses. You enjoy a double bedroom with private bathroom and toilet and adapted welcome for you and your bikes.
Starting from 300€/participant in Self Guided option
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Privilege Range
Opt for total comfort in charming 3 and 4 star hotels which offer all the services you need and a special welcome for you and your bikes.
Starting from 500€/participant in Self Guided option
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Price includes
- Accommodation: 2 nights in a Double room
- 2 breakfasts
- Phone assistance 7/7
- Access to our exclusive travel application to follow your route, inform you about places of interest, restaurants, facilitate your assistance in case of emergency, find all your travel documents and our practical advice.
- Application fee
- Taxes
- The trip itineraries available on the following supports:
- Loan of a Bicycle GPS uploaded with full itinerary of the trip
- Cycling practical guide including topo maps, restaurant recommendations for lunch & dinner
- Day 1 : Welcome by telephone with our team on the day of your arrival.
Price does not include
- Bike rental (see option)
- Breakfast on day 1
- Lunches
- Dinners not included in "Price includes"
- Drinks, visits & other personal expenses
“Homemade” trips designed and tested for you:
- Routes selected by the Abicyclette Voyages team for their touristic and cycling interests, entirely marked out, away from the traffic
- Accommodations proposed for the quality of their welcome, atmosphere, services and gastronomy
- A great flexibility of organization that adapts to your needs and desires: you leave on the date you want! We check the availability of accommodations to ensure your departure.
Local assistance:
- Telephone orientation le premier jour de votre séjour par un guide ABICYCLETTE VOYAGES vous présentant les documents de voyage
- Telephone assistance 7 days a week from 9 am to 8 pm from the ABICYCLETTE VOYAGES team
- Luggage transfer service
Modern and efficient route tracking:
- Availability of a GPS to follow the itinerary without ever looking for your way (bike support provided).
- L’édition d’un carnet de route pour retrouver toutes les adresses utiles, les cartes des itinéraires et des informations touristiques
- A roadbook to find all the useful addresses, maps of the routes and tourist information.
Bike rental and optional travel insurance:
- Top of the line bike rental for real comfort, cycling pleasure and reliability a long trip requires.
- La possibilité de souscrire à une assurance annulation & multirisques vous couvrant en cas de problème ou d’imprévu
- The option to subscribe to a cancellation & comprehensive insurance policy covering you in case of problems or unforeseen events
For groups on request, our team can accompany you throughout your cycling trip with tailor-made services:
- Accompaniment on the bike by a local cycling instructor with a state diploma, a cycling trip professional
- Full board with the organization of a varied picnic buffet made of fresh and local products
- Assistance and follow-up with a support van
- Other services : Videographer, masseur, nutritionist, professional coach or former pro rider…
We offer a high-end bike rental service. Our bikes are suited for road and gravel road long-distance cycling. Fully equipped and highly reliable, they are faithful travel companions.
Our rentals include a "breakage and theft guarantee" for peace of mind when travelling. Information and details from your advisor.
Touring bikeAluminum frame Supplied equipment per bike
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EbikeAluminum frame Supplied equipment per bike
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Children's BikeSupplied equipment per bike
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Tag along bikeSupplied equipment per bike
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Getting here
Departure city : BEAUNE
Coming by car
- at 3h from PARIS
- at 6h from BORDEAUX
- at 1h45 from LYON
Parking*
- Parking Saint-Etienne – BEAUNE
- Parking Madeleine – BEAUNE
- Parking Lorraine – BEAUNE
Coming by train
- Gare de Beaune - 2h15 from Paris
Coming by plane
- Lyon Saint Exupéry airport
- Geneva Airport
- Paris Charles de Gaulle airport
Arrival city : BEAUNE
Coming by car
- at 3h from PARIS
- at 6h from BORDEAUX
- at 1h45 from LYON
Coming by train
- Gare de Beaune - 2h15 from Paris
Coming by plane
- Lyon Saint Exupéry airport
- Geneva Airport
- Paris Charles de Gaulle airport
*Parking: Since many of our clients travel by train or plane, we do not include parking in our packages. In addition, many accommodations don’t have the capacity to park a vehicle for the duration of your cycling vacation. So if you’re planning to arrive by car, we suggest you check parking options when you make your reservation. If you reserve a parking space at the first or last accommodation of your stay, you must pay the accommodation provider on site.
* Abicyclette Voyages accompanies you on demand, including transportation solutions.
Recommended equipment
Bike
- Hybrid Bike or Touring Bike or Gravel Bike
- 18 to 30-speed transmission
- 26- to 29-inch wheels
- Tires: 35 to 42 section, reinforced against punctures
- Disc brakes recommended
- 2 bottle cages
- Bell
- Front and rear lighting
Clothing and equipment
- Helmet (supplied with bike rental unless otherwise specified locally)
- 1 bike mount for smartphone to use the mobile route planner application
- Suitable cycling clothing:
- bib, shorts or tights: elastic and breathable, to facilitate movement and wick away perspiration
- Breathable T-shirts, synthetic or merino wool
- Breathable windbreaker
- Thermal or fleece jacket
- Waterproof jacket
- 1 pair of sunglasses
- 1 pair of cycling shoes
- 1 backpack or 1 or 2 carrier bags (1 carrier bag supplied with bike rental)
- 1 or 2 water bottles (supplied with bike rental in France)
- 1 lock (supplied with bike rental)
- Technical details, recommended by the team for optimum comfort:
- 1 pair of gloves or mittens, depending on season and destination
- Padded bib (chamois)
- High-visibility vest or fluorescent belt
- Neck warmer and cap
Bike maintenance
- Emergency repair kit: 2 or 3 inner tubes, patches, pump, tire levers, multi-tools
- Maintenance kit: rag, oil, brake pads
Other
- A suitcase for your belongings carried in the vehicle (limited to one per person)
- Street clothes
- 1 pair of evening shoes
- Fleece jacket for the evening
- Toiletry bag
- Telephone and charger
Terms of payment and cancellation
The full terms and conditions of sale are available here: https://www.abicyclette-voyages.com/en/general-terms-and-conditions/
Booking and payment
- Departure more than 30 days before your booking: payment of a deposit of 30%, excluding insurance, at the time of booking. If you have taken out travel insurance, it must be paid in full at the time of booking to guarantee its validity.
- Departure within 30 days of your booking: payment of the total cost of your stay. Or payment of the balance of the holiday if you have already paid a deposit.
Cancellation of the Contract
You may cancel the Contract at any time before the start of the Tour, subject to payment of a cancellation fee. Any total or partial cancellation will incur the following costs per participant:
| Cancellation period | Fees |
| From the date of Booking to 60 days or more before departure or the 1st day of the programme | 5% of the total cost of the Tour (including options); a minimum of 100 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer |
| Between 59 and 30 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 10% of the total cost of the Tour (including options); a minimum of 120 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer
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| Between 29 and 10 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 30% of the total amount of the Tour (including options) a minimum of 150 euros including VAT will be charged to the Customer |
| Between 9 and 7 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 45% of the total cost of the trip (including options) |
| Between 6 and 3 days before departure or on the 1st day of the programme | 75% of the total cost of the trip (including options) |
| Less than 3 days to the day of departure or the 1st day of the programme | 100% of the total cost of the trip (including options) |
| No show on day of departure or 1st day of programme |
Custom made trips
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Starting from 255€
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BEAUNE, BOUCLE DE LA MONTAGNE DE BEAUNE 24km 268m
You leave Beaune and head west. Between vineyards and forests, you cycle to Bouze-lès-Beaune. You ride around the Beaune mountain to reach the village of Savigny-lès-Beaune. There you discover the castle of Savigny-lès-Beaune, a 14th century fortified castle located on a 20-hectare vineyard estate in the Côte de Beaune vineyards.
Orientation by phone with us
On receipt of your travel documents (and bikes if you’ve opted for rental), we take the time to talk to you over the phone to explain all the important points and answer any questions you may have.
On a hilly course between vineyards, woods and countryside, this longer variant goes further west to the hamlet of Patte d’Oie.