Destination guide

Burgundy · Dijon & Beaune

Vineyard villages, the Climats of Burgundy and the heritage of Dijon and Beaune.

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Getting here

Arrive at Dijon by train and continue to Beaune. Vineyard visits need local transport, a guide or a designated driver.

SNCF stations: Dijon Ville · Beaune
Airport options: CDG · ORY · GVA

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Local traditions & calendar · checked 30 September 2026

What’s on in Burgundy · Dijon & Beaune.

Recurring cultural and folkloric traditions, followed by events announced for the next three months (30 September 2026 to 30 December 2026).

A recurring local event

Hospices de Beaune Wine Auction and Trois Glorieuses

Usual timing: Third weekend of November
Why it matters locally: A charity wine auction for the Hospices de Beaune, accompanied by tastings, dinners and Burgundy wine events; the auction itself is mainly for trade and registered buyers.
Typical audience: Wine trade at the auction; public tastings and events require separate booking
Usual attendance: No consistent attendance total published for the wider weekend.

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Announced events in the next three months

Stained glass at the Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune — Beaune.- Vitrail de la chapelle de l'Hôtel-Dieu aux armoiries de Nicolas Rolin,.jpg · Pierre André Leclercq · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Destination or regional photo illustrating the place, not a documentary image of this event.Photo source ↗

13–15 November 2026 · Beaune

Hospices de Beaune Wine Auction Weekend

The annual charity wine auction anchors a weekend of tastings, dinners and Burgundy events.

Local meaning: The historic Hospices auction raises funds for the hospital charity; auction bidding is mainly for trade and registered buyers, while separate visitor events are bookable.

Audience: Auction for wine trade/registered buyers; wider weekend open to visitors with bookings

Usual attendance: No consistent attendance figure published for the full weekend.

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Dates, tastings & practical details

Wine events near Burgundy.

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24–25 October 2026 · Chablis

Chablis Wine Festival

Who it’s for: General public
Tasting: Producer tastings, village programme and local food; tasting access may require a glass/pass.
Prestige: Flagship appellation festival
For a visitor: Excellent autumn vineyard weekend; expect a busy village and book a bed early.
Booking: Festival entry is public; check tasting arrangements and reserve accommodation.

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13–15 November 2026 · Beaune

Hospices de Beaune Wine Auction Weekend

Who it’s for: Auction: wine trade / registered buyers; surrounding weekend: wine lovers and visitors
Tasting: Estate and cellar tastings, special cuvées, dinners and wine events around Beaune.
Prestige: Internationally prestigious charity auction; a major Burgundy calendar date
For a visitor: A strong way to experience Beaune at its liveliest; the auction itself is not a public tasting.
Booking: Book tastings and dinners; reserve accommodation and restaurants well ahead.

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Stay in Beaune

Where to stay.

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Character hotels & inns

Locally run hotels, historic inns and boutique stays; compare location, stairs, meal service and arrival hours.

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Apartments · Airbnb

Self-catering options for families and longer stays. Check cleaning fees, exact address and cancellation terms.

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Practical hotels

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Well-reviewed hostels

A lower-cost option for solo travellers and groups; check room type, lockers, reviews and quiet hours.

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Country inns, guesthouses & gîtes

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Holiday / vacation rentals

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Read, watch & see.

A book

Sido — Colette

Childhood memories linked to Saint-Sauveur-en-Puisaye, a different corner of Burgundy from the Côte d’Or vineyards.

A film

Back to Burgundy / Ce qui nous lie — Cédric Klapisch

A family story shaped by the vineyard seasons, filmed in Burgundy.

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A work of art

The Last Judgement — Rogier van der Weyden

The polyptych of the Hôtel-Dieu in Beaune; check display arrangements during restoration work.

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A taste of the terroir.

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Emblematic dish

Bœuf bourguignon

Beef slowly braised in red wine; gougères make a classic opening taste.

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Typical cheese

Époisses de Bourgogne

A washed-rind Burgundian cheese traditionally paired with local Pinot Noir.

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Wine & regional drinks

Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune & Chablis

Pinot Noir and Chardonnay are key starting points. Chablis is a separate northern excursion, not a stop next door to Beaune.

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Spirits & aperitifs

Marc de Bourgogne, Fine de Bourgogne & cassis

Grape-based eaux-de-vie and blackcurrant liqueur are distinct regional traditions.

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Three local starting points

Where to eat.

Ma Cuisine

Passage Sainte-Hélène, Beaune

French cooking and a wine-focused address in Beaune.

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Loiseau des Vignes

31 rue Maufoux, Beaune

A wine-focused restaurant near the Hospices; check menus and booking details.

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Le Benaton

25 faubourg Bretonnière, Beaune

A local dining option in Beaune; check the current menu and hours.

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References & further reading