Burgund mit dem Fahrrad: Grand Cru und romanische Kunst - Geführte Radtour

You will leave Mâcon via the ‘Voie Bleue’ path. It follows the Saône river to Fleurville and the historic 

castles of Marigny and Marfontaine. Paths and small roads will lead you to the beautiful Romanesque

Abbey of Tournus and a splendid old town with its unique streets and traboules (hidden passages that 

cross buildings and connect streets to each other). Make sure to stop by the abbey of St Philibert, built 

in the 11th century and truly a Romanesque architectural masterpiece. 

Overnight in a 4* hotel in Tournus; B&B. Dinner in restaurant. 

You will cycle along the Saône river, before moving away from the calm flowing waters to pass through

Gigny. You’ll ride through the flood plain between the Saône and Grosne once out of this town. Further

along the ride, you’ll come by St Loup de Varennes, where Joseph Nicéphore Niepce, the inventor of 

photography, lived. Then, there is St Rémy, where you’ll get back to the banks of the Saône until reaching 

Chalon-sur-Saône.

Overnight in a 4* hotel in Chalon-sur-Saône; half board. 

You join the Voie Bleue from the town center, heading for the banks of the Saône. Passing through the 

villages of Allériot and Verdun, you reach Beaune. Famous for its Hospices and wine cellars, it's an ideal 

final destination for cycling and wine enthusiasts. Visit of the Hospices de Beaune included. 

Overnight in a 3* hotel in Beaune; in B&B. Dinner in restaurant.

From Beaune to Santenay, Burgundy's “Voie des Vignes” officially winds its way between the most 

famous appellations, Grands Crus de Pommard and Mersault, bounded by pretty stone walls. You can 

visit the famous wine cellars during the day (not included in the price). From Santenay, join the voie 

verte to follow the Canal du Centre to Chagny and Chalon-sur-Saône.

Overnight in a 4* hotel in Chalon-sur-Saône; half board.

The cycling path (‘Voie Verte’) starts in the city and goes to the north-west towards Givry. It continues its 

journey toward the southwest, leading you to the enchanting, fortified town of Buxy, nestled amidst the 

picturesque vineyards of Cote Chalonnaise in the Burgundy region, encompassing renowned 

appellations like Mercurey and Givry. As you traverse this celebrated vineyard landscape, your path will 

lead you through the historic towns of St. Boll and St. Gengoux le National, characterized by their 

medieval charm. Your next destination is in Cormatin, where you'll discover a magnificent 17th-century 

castle, an intricate maze, and a charming ancient vegetable garden. The ‘Voie Verte’ will lead you to Taizé 

(a monastic community) and, 13km/8.1mi further, to the beautiful Benedictine abbey of Cluny, founded in 910. By 1080, it was considered the most important monastic complex of Christianity.

Overnight in a 3* hotel in Cluny; B&B. Dinner in restaurant.

If you haven’t visited Cluny, take some time to do so before you leave on today’s shorter ride. Following 

your visit to Cluny, you'll transition from the spiritual realm to immerse yourself in the poetic 

romanticism of Alphonse de Lamartine. His formative years spent amidst this captivating landscape, 

with its harmonious blend of nature, castles, and monuments, undoubtedly left an imprint on his 

literary works. Along the way you’ll cross the longest cycling tunnel in Europe, lit and secured over 

1.6km/1mi, which leads to the castle of Berzé le Chatel. A climb here rewards the rider with a wonderful 

view over the Mâconnais vineyard district.

Overnight in a 3* hotel in Mâcon; B&B. Dinner in restaurant. 

End of the tour after breakfast and checking out of the hotel ~10am.