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Burgundy/ Bourgogne
Burgundy is made up of four départements (counties): Yonne, Côte d’or, Saône-et-Loire, Nièvre
Burgundy is a land of gastronomy and fine wines but it has a lot more to offer to its visitors. Its green landscape including the regional park of Morvan, the Burgundy cycling tour an the numerous lakes and canals make the region a perfect destination for an activity holiday.
The history of the region is rich and marks of it's roman and medievel past can be seen throughout.
The region is located in the central eastern half of France, 100km away from Paris in the north and 75km away from Lyon in the south.
Burgundy really is the perfect destination to relax, unwind and get away from it all, whatever your interest you will have a great holiday at snail's pace. |
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Formula 1 Experience in Burgundy
Take the drive of your life in Burgundy where a Formula 1 track is at your disposal with a wide variety of different vehicles. Karting, driving a Porsche and other sports cars or Formula 3 and 1 cars are the options to choose from at Magny-Cours in Burgundy. |
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Wines and Vineyards in Burgundy
You can't think about Burgundy without thinking about its famous wines. Today the vineyards of Burgundy cover an area of some 27,000 hectares divided into 5 main growing areas. |
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Fishing in Burgundy
Burgundy offers great facilities for anglers no matter their level of experience. Trout, perch, greyling and pike are plentiful in the lakes, rivers and canals of the region. |
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Boating in Burgundy
By sail or motor, Burgundy is ideally suited for exploring by boat and there are a large number of companies in the area who will make all the arrangements you need for a holiday on the water.
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Burgundy Gastronomy
Burgundy is one of the leading gastronomic regions in the world so why not build your holiday in Burgundy around the local food. |
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Water Sports in Burgundy
Exploring the local waterways in a canoe or kayak is a great way to discover secluded spots whcih larger watercraft simply cannot reach. |
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Saines Saveurs Bourgogne, Naturally Good
In November 2005, Burgundy made an innovative move by launching 'Saines Saveurs, Naturally good in Burgundy'. This new label is a commitment from Burgundy's catering professionals to provide healthy natural foods wherever possible. |
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Hot Air Ballooning
Floating through the air in a hot air balloon is the perfect way to take in the scenery of the region. If you have a head for heights there is no more relaxing way to see the Burgundian countryside. |
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Horse Riding in Burgundy
Horse riding is also very popular in Burgundy and numerous equestrian tours can be organised through the local equestrian centre. |
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Culture and History in Burgundy
There are sites to behold all over Burgundy including three UNESCO World Heritage Sites, five villages listed as the 'prettiest villages of France' and a unique medieval building site. |
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Cycling in Burgundy
Cycling must be one of the best ways to experience the countryside, not only it is friendly to the environment but it's great excercise. There are a variety of routes that will take you through the region where you will discover the vineyards, castles and villages of the region. |
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The Morvan Natural Park
Burgundy's green spaces are ideal for a range of leisure pursuits and getting close to nature. The beautiful landscape is ideally suited for hiking, horse riding, golf cycling and even hot air balooning for those looking for a bit of adventure. |
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Walking in Burgundy
Throughout the region there are 3800 miles of marked paths for walkers which provide an ideal opportunity to discover the nature, culture, history and architecture of the region. |
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Spas in Burgundy
In Burgundy you can always add a little water to your wine and this is exactly what you do in the two spa towns of Saint-Honoré-les-Bains in the Nièvre and Bourbon-Lancy in the Saône-et-Loire. |
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Not to be missed in Burgundy
From the vineyards of Chablis to those of the Mâconnais passing through the Côte de Beaune and Côtes de Nuits, from the luminous Loire Valley to the opulent Bresse region passing through the mysterious forests of the Morvan, Burgundy is beautiful in its natural state and in every season. |
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| News |
What's happening in Burgundy? |
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| 26/08/2008 New high-speed train puts eastern France's wine and Champagne country on daytrippers' map |
REIMS, France -- After a Paris breakfast of cafe and croissant, how about lunch and a glass of bubbly in France's Champagne region? Thanks to a new high-speed train line, Reims, the ancient heart of Champagne country, is now just 45 minutes from Paris -- less time than it takes to cross the French capital during rush hour.
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| 26/01/2010 Combined press releases from the Family France press lunch, 20th Janury 2010 |
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| 14/10/2008 Portrayal of France in the Travel sections of the weekends national newspapers |
This site gets Website of the Week in The Times, lots of ski coverage, camping, price wars, the emerging role of the travel agent and much more
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| 22/09/2008 Portrayal of France in the weekend national newspaper travel sections, 20&21 September 08 |
New art exhibition in Paris, new low cost routes, luxury Spas and environmentally friendly travel options
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| 13/10/2009 Summary of the national travel sections, 3&4th October 2009 |
How to do Champagne properly, lots of ski coverage, fun holidays, vineyard stays and where to get the most expensive coffee in the world!
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| Summer of Opera in Burgundy |
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Burguny - many locations
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| Founded in 1978, this summer opera festival is held in the elegant atmosphere of Burgundy's hôtels particuliers and mixes contemporary operas with more familiar classics. |
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| Formula One: French Grand Prix |
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Magny Cours
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| The Formula One World Championships continues with the French Grand Prix. More than 100,000 spectators pack the stands of the Circuit de Nevers at Magny-Cours as fanatics from across the world flock to Burgundy. |
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| Festival Frictions |
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Dijon - Burgundy
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Dijon's Théâtre du Parvis showcases France's newest writing talent during its annual festival of cutting-edge performance.
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| Sainte Savine Street Theatre Festival |
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Sainte Savine-Burgundy
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| The streets come alive as performers from around the world visit Sainte Savine. Professional theatre companies and groups of performers gather in this small town near Troyes every September. Expect the unexpected, with everything from bizarre one-man shows, puppetry and circus antics to mime, traditional theatre and live concerts. If you tire of their antics (and why should you, they're free!), there's always a concert to soothe your ears. |
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| Fêtes Médiévales de Semur-en-Auxois |
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Semur-en-Auxois
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The pretty medieval town of Semur, perched on a granite cliff in Burgundy, hosts an annual festival devoted to its historic past. Street theatre comes courtesy of the Frémont Company and Joly'Troup, and taverns are set up throughout the town for the obligatory lusty medieval drinking sessions.
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Special Offers on Luxury Hotel Barge Holidays!
European Waterways have some amazing special offers on their luxury hotel barges throughout France.
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Canvas Holidays - September from £199 per party
Enjoy 7 nights in a mobile home from £199 per party - inlcuding your Dover to Calais ferry crossing.
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Top quality properties in Burgundy
Just France offers a great selection of self-catering properties with excellent facilities.
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VFB Holidays Historic Burgundy Escorted Tour
7 night escorted tour from £1078pp. Departures by rail in May, Jun & Sep 2010.
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Arblaster & Clarke Wine Tours Wine & City
Superb value short wine breaks to Lyons, Bordeaux and Chablis
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Headwater's Vineyards of Vezelay Walk
Gentle walking, superb food, pretty wine villages, masses of history.
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Grape Escapes
Grape Escapes are the leading wine tour company specialising in the premium regions of France, especially Champagne. We provide a range of short breaks incorporating wine tasting and gourmet dining.
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Alan Rogers Guides & Travel
Pitch reservations & mobile home holidays across France & Spain. Pay at-the-gate prices, with a small, one-off admin fee and we'll organise it all for you. Free Child Places and Special Offers available. Alan Rogers Guides have been the market leading campsite guides since 1968. Also Camping Cheque programme (www.campingcheque.co.uk) for low season touring with savings up to 60%
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Eurocamp - A selection of our parcs 2009
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Bowhills - 2010
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Hoseasons - villas & Apartments with Pools
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French Travel Service - Paris & France 2010
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Canvas Holidays 2010
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Grape Escapes - 2010
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VFB - France Cottage & Villa Holidays
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Francophiles - Exploring France
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Go Barging 2010
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HF Holidays - Cycling Holidays 2010
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Ramblers Worldwide 2009
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Headwater - Walking Worldwide 2010
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Cardinal Boating Holidays
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Inghams - Just France 2010
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Locaboat Holidays 2010
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Great Escapes - Autumn - Winter 2010
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Belle France - Walking and Cycling in France
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Alan Rogers - The Family Selection 2009
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Brittany Ferries Holidays - Cottages & Villas
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