Heritage sites in Burgundy

Burgundy’s heritage is defined by its monastic history and ducal grandeur. This collection features the UNESCO-listed Cistercian Abbey of Fontenay and the Romanesque Basilica of Vézelay, a major pilgrimage stop. In Dijon, the medieval center offers the Gothic Saint-Bénigne Cathedral and the Renaissance-influenced Saint Michael Church. The list also includes formidable fortresses like the 15th-century Château de Châteauneuf and the architectural transition of the Basilique Notre-Dame in Beaune.

Burgundy Heritage Sites — Map

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Dijon Cathedral

Dijon Cathedral, or the Cathedral of Saint Benignus of Dijon, is a Roman Catholic church located in the town of Dijon, Burgundy, France,…

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Church of Notre-Dame of Dijon

The Church of Notre-Dame of Dijon is a Roman Catholic church in Dijon.

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Cistercian Abbey of Fontenay

The Abbey of Fontenay is a former Cistercian abbey located in the commune of Marmagne, near Montbard, in the département of Côte-d'Or in…

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Vézelay Abbey

Vézelay Abbey is a Benedictine and Cluniac monastery in Vézelay in the east-central French department of Yonne.

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Les Halles Market

This vast structure is a place where food markets regularly take place. There are plenty of other shops and cafés in the surrounding area.

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Saint Michael Church

This church was built on the spot of a chapel from the 9th century. It mixes both Gothic and Renaissance style.

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Porte Guillaume

An 18th-century neoclassical triumphal arch built on the site of a former medieval gate. It marks the entrance to Dijon's historic center and was named after the 11th-century reformer of Saint-Bénigne Abbey.

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Basilique Notre-Dame

A 12th-century Romanesque collegiate church inspired by the architecture of Cluny. It is notable for its Gothic additions and a rare collection of 15th-century silk and wool tapestries depicting the life of the Virgin Mary.

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Château de Châteauneuf

The Château de Châteauneuf, also known as the Château de Châteauneuf-en-Auxois, is a 15th-century fortress in the commune of Châteauneuf,…

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Château de Savigny lès Beaune

A 14th-century fortress and wine estate that houses an eclectic series of museums. The grounds feature a vast collection of over 100 fighter jets, dozens of Abarth racing cars, and vintage motorcycles.

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Château de Montmusard

A 1760s neoclassical manor designed by architect Charles de Wailly. Though partially destroyed, it remains a significant example of the "style à la grecque" in France, featuring a distinctive circular salon.

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Kiosque à musique

An Art Nouveau bandstand located in Dijon's Place du Président-Wilson. Constructed in 1912 and designated as a historic monument in 1972, it features ornate ironwork characteristic of the Belle Époque.

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Opéra de Dijon

The Opéra de Dijon is an opera company and arts organization in Dijon, France.

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Well of Moses

The Well of Moses is a monumental sculpture recognised as the masterpiece of the Dutch artist Claus Sluter, assisted by his nephew Claus de…

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Auxerre Cathedral

Auxerre Cathedral is a Roman Catholic church, dedicated to Saint Stephen, located in Auxerre, Burgundy, France.

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