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Row of colorful half-timbered buildings in Chalon-sur-Saône, Burgundy. Red and white timber-framed houses with dormer windows under clear blue sky.

Romantic Burgundy

The essentials at a glance

Circular bike tour through Burgundy from Beaune via Buxy, Mâcon, Chalon-sur-Saône, Saint-Jean-de-Losne, and Dijon back to Beaune. Easy cycling mainly on the Voie Verte (converted railway tracks) and along the Canal de Bourgogne and Saône River. Highlights include Cluny Abbey, Cormatin Castle, historic towns like Dijon and Beaune, and famous wine routes through Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune vineyards. Daily distances average 50-67 km with minimal elevation. Accommodation in 3-star hotels with breakfast included.

Old railway lines, rivers, canals - pure cycling pleasure

This tour through Burgundy combines everything that makes the hearts of leisure cyclists beat faster: rolling vineyards, historic towns, and relaxed paths along the Saône. The starting and finishing point is charming Beaune, the center of Burgundy wine. Along the way, you can look forward to the lively city of Mâcon, historic Chalon-sur-Saône, and elegant Dijon. The route takes you through world-famous vineyards, past wine-growing villages, and inviting wine cellars – ideal for short tasting breaks. Whether culture, cuisine, or nature: this trip is a feast for all the senses.

Easy
Bike tours
8 Days / 7 Nights
Self-guided tour

Itinerary

Welcome by the tour guide in the late afternoon. Beaune is wine-capital of Burgundy and has a picturesque old town. Visit Hôtel Dieu, the old hospital of poor.

You cycle via Chagny to castle Rully, a medieval fortress in midst of vineyards. Join the Voie Verte, an old railway track converted into a cycle path and cycle to Buxy. The picturesque little town surrounded by vineyards lives from winegrowing. One overnight in Buxy/ Saint Boil or the surrounding area.

The Voie Verte offers relaxed cycling pleasure with only a few gentle inclines. In Cormatin, you will find the largest castle in Burgundy, and in Cluny, the impressive monastery complex, whose church was once the largest Christian church in the world. The destination is Mâcon, a charming town on the Saône with a southern flair – ideal for an enjoyable end to the day. Overnight stay in Mâcon.

The route takes you leisurely along the “Voie Bleue” along the Saône through the lovely countryside of Burgundy. In Tournus, it is worth visiting the Romanesque Abbey of Saint-Philibert before continuing through vineyards and small villages. The destination is Chalon-sur-Saône, a lively town with historical flair, a pretty old town, and inviting riverside promenades – perfect for a relaxing end to the stage. Overnight stay in Chalon-sur-Saône.

Today you cycle through the vast river landscape to Verdun-sur-le-Doubs, a charming village at the confluence of the Doubs and Saône rivers. Passing through small villages and green riverbank landscapes, you reach Seurre, where you can take a break and enjoy some regional cuisine. You will reach Saint-Jean-de-Losne/surrounding area, France's largest inland port for recreational boating. Enjoy the maritime flair, the cozy cafés by the water, and the view of the numerous boats. Overnight stay in Saint-Jean-de-Losne.

The route runs quietly and close to nature along the Canal de Bourgogne – ideal for enjoying and unwinding. You cycle through small villages, past locks and houseboats, always accompanied by the canal's watercourse. The route is almost entirely flat and has little traffic – perfect for relaxing hours in the saddle. The destination is Dijon, the historic capital of Burgundy. Look forward to a lively old town, the famous Owl Trail, and culinary delights in one of the most beautiful cities in France. One night in Dijon.

This route is one of the most beautiful wine routes in France. You will cycle through the famous vineyards of the Côte de Nuits and Côte de Beaune, passing vineyards, castles, and charming wine-growing villages such as Gevrey-Chambertin, Nuits-Saint-Georges, and Savigny-lès-Beaune. Your destination is picturesque Beaune, the heart of Burgundy's wine-growing region. Here you can explore the historic old town and enjoy numerous wine tasting opportunities. Overnight stay in Beaune.

After breakfast the tour is completed.

Tour character

Easy

Easy cycle tour, partly using the „Voie Verte“ (old railway tracks or bridle paths along canals), thus avoiding climbs. Otherwise you are using cycle paths off the traffic and minor roads.

Green topographic map showing cycling route through Southern Burgundy with red dots marking towns: Beaune, Chagny, Chalôn-sur-Saône, Buxy, Louhans, Cluny, and Mâcon along the Saône river.

Prices & Dates

Printed route book – sustainability with Rückenwind

Your travel package includes a digital route book as standard. If you would like a printed version, please let us know when you book. The surcharge is € 20 per route book and you will receive your copy on site. Join us in contributing to even greater sustainability!

Prices per person in EUR
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Services & extras

Services

Included

  • 7 nights in hotels as described
  • Breakfast 
  • Personal welcome briefing (GE,EN,FR)
  • Carefully planned route
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app and GPS data
  • Luggage transport from Hotel to Hotel
  • Rental bike insurance
  • 7-days-service-hotline

Not included

  • Arrival and departure
  • Costs for parking
  • City tax
  • Transfers
  • Optional sightseeings
  • City maps
  • Repairs of own bike
  • Travel Insurances
  • Costs of the private requirements
Extras

Arrival/Parking

  • Good rail connection with TGV to Dijon, then continue to Beaune
  • Very good flight connections to Lyon and the by train to Beaune (approx. 2 hours)
  • Depending on which hotel you’re staying at, there is a charge of € 30 per week for hotel parking, or you can use the free public car parks ‘Parking des Tanneries’ or ‘Parking de Gaulle’.
Hotels

Accommodation is mainly in well-maintained 3-star hotels and once in a chambre d'hôte (French classification). All rooms have a shower/WC or bath/WC.

Further information

Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

Services & extras

Services

Included

  • 7 nights in hotels as described
  • Breakfast 
  • Personal welcome briefing (GE,EN,FR)
  • Carefully planned route
  • Digital travel documents incl. navigation app and GPS data
  • Luggage transport from Hotel to Hotel
  • Rental bike insurance
  • 7-days-service-hotline

Not included

  • Arrival and departure
  • Costs for parking
  • City tax
  • Transfers
  • Optional sightseeings
  • City maps
  • Repairs of own bike
  • Travel Insurances
  • Costs of the private requirements
Extras

Arrival/Parking

  • Good rail connection with TGV to Dijon, then continue to Beaune
  • Very good flight connections to Lyon and the by train to Beaune (approx. 2 hours)
  • Depending on which hotel you’re staying at, there is a charge of € 30 per week for hotel parking, or you can use the free public car parks ‘Parking des Tanneries’ or ‘Parking de Gaulle’.
Hotels

Accommodation is mainly in well-maintained 3-star hotels and once in a chambre d'hôte (French classification). All rooms have a shower/WC or bath/WC.

Further information

Further important information according to the package travel law can be found here!

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