Chagny

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Chagny, located in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of France, is a picturesque commune known for its charming countryside and rich culinary traditions. Nestled in the heart of the renowned wine-producing region of Burgundy, Chagny offers visitors the opportunity to explore lush vineyards and sample some of the world's finest wines.

One of the main attractions in Chagny is the Château de la Ferté, a stunning 17th-century castle surrounded by beautifully landscaped gardens. Visitors can take a guided tour of the castle and learn about its fascinating history, or simply stroll through the gardens and admire the elegant architecture.

For food enthusiasts, Chagny is a paradise. The town is home to several Michelin-starred restaurants, where visitors can indulge in exquisite gastronomic experiences featuring the finest local produce and wines. The weekly market in Chagny is also a must-visit, offering a vibrant array of fresh fruits, vegetables, cheeses, and other regional specialties.

In addition to its culinary delights, Chagny is a great base for exploring the surrounding countryside. The nearby Voie Verte, a converted railway line, provides a scenic route for cycling or walking through the rolling hills and vineyards of Burgundy. Visitors can also take a leisurely boat ride along the Canal du Centre, which winds its way through the picturesque countryside and charming villages.

Chagny's location in the heart of Burgundy also makes it an ideal destination for wine enthusiasts. The town is surrounded by world-renowned vineyards, and visitors can take guided tours and tastings at nearby wineries to sample the region's celebrated Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines.

Alternative names: Population: 5.5 thous.Area: 7.3 mi²Coordinates: 46°54'37"N, 4°45'9"E

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Nearby attractions include: Château de La Rochepot, Château de Rully, Dennevy, Château de Meursault.

4.8 miNW
Forts and castles, History museum, Museum
Château de La Rochepot, La Rochepot
122 min walk • Perched atop a hill in the picturesque village of La Rochepot, the Château de La Rochepot is a historic emblem of Burgundy, France. This medieval castle, with its fairytale-like appearance, is renowned for its glazed Burgundian tiles that adorn the steeply pitched...
2.9 miS
History museum, Museum
Château de Rully, Rully
75 min walk • The Château de Rully is a castle in the commune of Rully in the Saône-et-Loire département of France. Located on the side of a hill, the castle dominates the whole region, facing the plain leading to the Saône. To the west, it commands the valley towards Nantoux and Chassey-le-Camp.
5.8 miSW
Locality
Dennevy
148 min walk • Dennevy is a commune in the Saône-et-Loire department in the region of Bourgogne-Franche-Comté in eastern France.
4.5 miN
Winery, Forts and castles
Château de Meursault, Meursault
116 min walk • The castle of Meursault is a wine estate located in Côte-d'Or, Burgundy-Franche-Comté. The vineyard is spread over nearly 65 hectares, on the climates in Côte de Beaune on Pommard, Aloxe-Corton, Savigny-Lès-Beaune, Volnay, Puligny-Montrachet and...
2.7 miW
Forts and castles
Château de Santenay - Philippe le Hardi, Santenay
70 min walk • The Château de Santenay or Château Philippe le Hardi is a 9th, 12th and 16th century castle associated with a 90-hectare vineyard on the route des Grands Crus of the Burgundy vineyard in Santenay in the Côte-d'Or department in the...
5.3 miNE
Museum
Archéodrome de Beaune
136 min walk • The Archéodrome de Beaune-Merceuil is a former motorway archaeology park-museum with an educational and tourist vocation, located in Merceuil, Côte-d'Or, opened on the Beaune freeway service area on the A6 freeway in 1978.
4.3 miE
Forts and castles
Château, Demigny
110 min walk • The castle of Demigny is located in the commune of Demigny in Burgundy, on a terrace overlooking the village.
4.6 miSE
Memorial
Mémorial de l'Avenir, Fontaines
119 min walk • The Beaune coach crash occurred on 31 July 1982 on the French A6 motorway near Beaune, in the Côte-d’Or département of east-central France. It is the second deadliest road traffic collision in France's history after the 2016 Nice truck attack. 53 people died, including 46 children.
2.6 miS
Wayside shrine
Croix, Rully
66 min walk • A cross is a geometrical figure consisting of two intersecting lines or bars, usually perpendicular to each other. The lines usually run vertically and horizontally. A cross of oblique lines, in the shape of the Latin letter X, is termed a saltire in heraldic terminology.
5.7 miN
Winery, Wine tours
Côte de Beaune
145 min walk • The Côte de Beaune area is the southern part of the Côte d'Or, the limestone ridge that is home to the great names of Burgundy wine. The Côte de Beaune starts between Nuits-Saint-Georges and Beaune, and extends southwards for about 25 km to the river Dheune.
5.3 miN
Locality
Auxey-Duresses
134 min walk • Auxey-Duresses is a commune in the Côte-d'Or department in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region of eastern France. The inhabitants of the commune are known as Alcéens or Alcéennes.