The environment
Rock of Solutré
Like a sphinx amidst the Mâconnais wine region, the Rock of Solutré seems to be watching visitors. The mountain was formed by a rare geological phenomenon. This natural monument is the emblem of Southern Burgundy. You don't have to be a geologist to appreciate this spectacular panorama... More than just a rock, it's a "Grand Site" to discover!
The abbey church of Cluny
In 2010, six Western European countries celebrated the 1,100th anniversary of the founding of Cluny Abbey. A visit to the impressive remains of the abbey church is a wonderful way to begin a pleasant stay in the Clunisian region and explore its heritage and equestrian tradition. As a major stage of the Tour de Bourgogne à Vélo, the area around Cluny also offers numerous trails for horse and rider. The creation of the stables under Napoleon I preceded the construction of the Cluny National Stud Farm. Its stables are open to visitors.
A journey along the wine routes
One of the many wine routes in the region is the Mâconnais-Beaujolais Wine Route (the vineyards of the south).
This route, which follows on from two other wine routes from Dijon, leads you to the region south of the Saône-et-Loire. It traverses the Mâconnais vineyards in a straight line, ending in Romanèche-Thorins (Saône-et-Loire), where the first vineyards appear on the slopes of the Beaujolais. Eight different itineraries offer a comprehensive introduction to the southern part of the Burgundian vineyards, off the beaten track.
Initiation into Burgundian flavors
As a major wine and gastronomic region, Burgundy will delight all your senses. Let yourself be tempted by one of the many delicious restaurants or wine tastings! The best Burgundian flavors at your fingertips...
