Bike Tour: Cycling Burgundy from Beaune to Beaune - 8 days

Arrival in Beaune, the unmistakable wine capital of Burgundy. If you have time left after your check-in then visit the artistic and historic heritage of the town, such as the impressive “Hospices de Beaune”. Be sure to pay a visit to the wine museum.  

Leaving Beaune, the vineyard slopes fade quickly into the distance. The route stretches south across open farmland, with fields of grain broken by small woods and quiet villages, far from the bustle of the wine route. 
Pedaling becomes steady and fluid on the flat terrain.  
Your cycling day continues along the Saône Valley. Farms, meadows, and rows of poplars line the way, the river remains nearby, a constant yet discreet companion. 
Approaching Chalon-sur-Saône, the landscape shifts toward an urban outline. After the calm of the countryside, the lively quays welcome cyclists, framed by the wide, majestic Saône. An arrival guided by the river’s flow. 

Challenge: 42.2 km, 145 m ascent, 109 m descent

Leaving the quays of Chalon-sur-Saône, bathed in morning light reflecting off the water, the Saône flows alongside, wide and calm, guiding the ride silently. 
The route glides through open plains, bordered by fields and meadows. Gigny-sur-Saône appears, its church tower rising above the village, a simple landmark in the landscape.  
At every turn, the Saône reappears, majestic and serene. Poplar trees, wet meadows, and birds in flight create a peaceful scenery. Approaching Tournus, the towers of Saint-Philibert Abbey rise, powerful and solemn, overlooking the river. Cobblestone streets and old houses mark the end of the stage, in an atmosphere where history and serenity meet. 

Challenge: 33.3 km, 70 m ascent, 67 m descent

The route leaves Tournus, following the Saône briefly before the plains give way to the gentle hills of the Mâconnais, dotted with small woods and stone villages. 
Mâcon emerges as a lively contrast: a town on the Saône with colorful buildings, bridges, and bustling quays. Cobblestone streets and cafés offer a natural pause before heading west into the rolling vineyards and pastures. 
After Mâcon, the road gradually climbs through vineyard-covered slopes and gentle hills. The quiet roads invite a contemplative rhythm, letting the landscape set the pace. 
The arrival in Cluny is framed by the surrounding hills, with the monumental abbey visible before the town. Cobblestone streets and historic squares mark the end of the stage. 

Challenge: 59.5 km, 169 m ascent, 231 m descent

Continuing along the “Voie Verte” today you can admire the beautiful landscapes of southern Burgundy. The treasures you will find along the route include the Chateau de Cormatin and its gardens, unique in France for its exceptionally well-preserved interiors from the reign of Louis 13th (1628).  
Villages appear timeless, their pale stone houses and church towers. The journey becomes a gentle rhythm of small climbs and descents, each bend revealing a new landscape 
Approaching Saint-Boil, the village emerges peacefully, surrounded by meadows and forests, offering a perfect resting point at the end of a stage that blends soft hills with classic Mâconnais scenery. 

Challenge: 27.4 km, 102 m ascent, 94 m descent

The route leaves Saint-Boil, gradually climbing into hills of Burgundy. Vineyards begin to appear, creating a green and golden patchwork stretching across the gentle slopes. 
The “Voie Verte” passes through Buxy, a charming village at the heart of the vineyards, with cobblestone streets and stone houses adding a picturesque touch. Further, the itinerary climbs slightly toward Mercurey, famous for its grand cru wines. The hills offer sweeping views of the surrounding valleys and villages, with neat rows of vines lining the slopes. 
Beyond Mercurey, the descent toward Chassey-le-Camp winds through meadows and small woods. The village emerges peacefully amid rolling hills, concluding a stage that blends vineyards, gentle climbs, and the rural charm of the Mâconnais. 

Challenge: 42.7 km, 290 m ascent, 367 m descent

Between Chassey-le-Camp and Beaune, the Burgundy Vineyard Way takes you meandering through the region’s most famous wine appellations "Grands Crus".  
A nice relaxed trip through the “Côte de Beaune” where prestigious, white wines like Meursault and Montrachet are made from the white Chardonnay grapes.    
Today we propose an itinerary which traverses the famous wine villages of Pommard, Meursault and Chassagne-Montrachet on an easy route with many changes of scenery, to the small town of Nolay, and its impressive market building next to church.  
The return to Beaune is a smooth ride through the vineyards! 

Challenge: 43.6 km, 489 m ascent, 395 m descent

End of your trip after breakfast. We advise you to extend your stay in order to take the time to visit the beautiful city of Beaune.