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Discovering Mâcon and its surrounding area ☀️
Routes : Romanèche-Thorins > Cluny > Charolles
Tour duration
2 days, 1 nights
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Discover Mâcon and the surrounding area, a gourmet land in the heart of the Vallée de la Gastronomie. At each stop, you'll be able to enjoy a unique experience, from winegrowing heritage to passionate artisans, each revealing a part of the local gastronomy. Let yourself be carried away by this journey, where flavors and traditions intermingle to create an unforgettable experience, revealing all the culinary richness of the Mâcon region.
7 steps distributed over 2 days
Day 1
Romanèche-Thorins > Cluny
Start
Château du Moulin-à-Vent
Château du Moulin-à-Vent, a benchmark since 1732, stands at the heart of the appellation of the same name. The Gamay grape, grown on old vines planted on wind-beaten granite soils, is king here: it produces little but great wine. Working the soil, organic treatments, massal selection, manual harvesting: the practices in the vineyard and cellar are organic. The family estate's aim is to reveal the diversity and grandeur of Moulin-à-Vent's most noble terroirs.
Nestling among the vines, the estate has a chapel at its heart. A former crossroads in the hamlet of Thorins, a place of exchange and faith, this chapel was incorporated into the estate at the end of the 19th century. Located on the emblematic terroir of the appellation from which it inherits its name,
Today, it is a central place for welcoming visitors to the estate.
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Nestling among the vines, the estate has a chapel at its heart. A former crossroads in the hamlet of Thorins, a place of exchange and faith, this chapel was incorporated into the estate at the end of the 19th century. Located on the emblematic terroir of the appellation from which it inherits its name,
Today, it is a central place for welcoming visitors to the estate.
6 min By car
4.2 km
Step 1
Le Hameau Duboeuf
Hameau Duboeuf, the first wine park in Beaujolais. A unique site in France! Surprises await you on a journey that's both fun and cultural. Discover the know-how of the winegrowers through exceptional exhibitions and unique audiovisual shows: dynamic cinema, 3D cinema, an immersive show immersing viewers in the history of the Beaujolais region, and captivating Explor' Games® digital treasure hunts.
Since 2023, discover l'Impérial: visitors will be able to discover a brand new show at the railway station, which has been completely refurbished for the occasion: a scenography where history rubs shoulders with fiction and where collectors' items come to life to the delight of young and old alike.
Between April and September, take a stroll through the gardens and enjoy the aromas and flavours, or play a round of Adventure Golf (a dynamic, fun, landscaped-style miniature golf course).
Shop open every day from 8am to 7pm. On-site restaurant for lunch from Wednesday to Sunday.
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Since 2023, discover l'Impérial: visitors will be able to discover a brand new show at the railway station, which has been completely refurbished for the occasion: a scenography where history rubs shoulders with fiction and where collectors' items come to life to the delight of young and old alike.
Between April and September, take a stroll through the gardens and enjoy the aromas and flavours, or play a round of Adventure Golf (a dynamic, fun, landscaped-style miniature golf course).
Shop open every day from 8am to 7pm. On-site restaurant for lunch from Wednesday to Sunday.
31 min By car
34 km
Step 2
La Table d'Héloïse
The Hostellerie d'Héloïse has been a restaurant in Cluny for many years and invites you to succumb to the pleasures of gastronomy in its two dining rooms: the veranda situated on the water's edge and the more intimate dining room.
The restaurant offers creative and refined cuisine using seasonal products, combining simplicity and generosity in a friendly atmosphere, accompanied by a wide choice of wines from different regions of France.
To satisfy all tastes, a selection of wines is served by the glass and in 50cl carafes, a selection that changes regularly.
Conviviality and pleasure of the taste buds are the key words of this gastronomic restaurant in Cluny; and the whole team is delighted and ready to welcome you.
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The restaurant offers creative and refined cuisine using seasonal products, combining simplicity and generosity in a friendly atmosphere, accompanied by a wide choice of wines from different regions of France.
To satisfy all tastes, a selection of wines is served by the glass and in 50cl carafes, a selection that changes regularly.
Conviviality and pleasure of the taste buds are the key words of this gastronomic restaurant in Cluny; and the whole team is delighted and ready to welcome you.
< 1 min By car
2 m
Overnight stay 3
Hostellerie d'Héloïse
Located in Cluny, 1 km from the abbey and the Romanesque town centre, the Hostellerie d'Héloïse offers 12 fully renovated rooms for 1 to 4 people, all with LCD TV, telephone, hairdryer and private bathroom.
A buffet breakfast completes our offer.
There is also a bicycle and motorbike storage room.
Last but not least, our gourmet restaurant and lounge bar invite you to spend a pleasant moment with us and discover a refined and generous cuisine using seasonal produce.
L'Hostellerie d'Héloïse is an ideal base for exploring the many hiking trails, cycle paths (Voie Verte), vineyards of the Mâconnais and visits to the Clunisois region.
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A buffet breakfast completes our offer.
There is also a bicycle and motorbike storage room.
Last but not least, our gourmet restaurant and lounge bar invite you to spend a pleasant moment with us and discover a refined and generous cuisine using seasonal produce.
L'Hostellerie d'Héloïse is an ideal base for exploring the many hiking trails, cycle paths (Voie Verte), vineyards of the Mâconnais and visits to the Clunisois region.
26 min By car
29 km
Day 2
Cluny > Charolles
Step 4
Maison Jean Loron - Between Mâconnais and Beaujolais: an estate at the heart of the terroir
The Maison Jean Loron, founded 300 years ago, is a key stage in the Vallée de la Gastronomie between Beaune and Lyon. Its influence throughout the vineyards is based on the sustainable preservation of a winegrowing heritage in the Mâconnais with the Domaines Auvigue and its vines stretching all the way back to the Chardonnay village.
On site, explore the soul and richness of a House that has been firmly established for over 300 years and the richness of the terroirs through the wines of its estates. You'll also discover a remarkable oenothèque of old vintages.
Extend the experience by visiting two of its estates open to the public: Château Bellevue - Domaines Loron in Villié-Morgon and Domaines Auvigue in Fuissé.
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On site, explore the soul and richness of a House that has been firmly established for over 300 years and the richness of the terroirs through the wines of its estates. You'll also discover a remarkable oenothèque of old vintages.
Extend the experience by visiting two of its estates open to the public: Château Bellevue - Domaines Loron in Villié-Morgon and Domaines Auvigue in Fuissé.
18 min By car
15 km
Step 5
La Roche de Solutré
Situated at the heart of the Solutré Pouilly Vergisson Grand Site de France, the Roche de Solutré is a spectacular limestone escarpment rising up through the vineyards of the Mâconnais to an altitude of 493 metres. Along with the Roche de Vergisson and Mont Pouilly, it is part of the Grands Sites de France network.
Visit the Solutré Prehistory Museum, which houses collections from a prehistoric site at the foot of the Roche de Solutré that has been occupied for at least 50,000 years. The Maison du Grand Site opens its doors to you for information, a visit or a coffee break.
From the Roche car park, you can climb the Roche de Solutré on foot. With no major difficulties, the 4-kilometre route has a difference in altitude of around 100 metres. Along the way, you'll come across a series of reading tables inviting you to explore the many facets of this historic site. The path has been carefully laid out for your comfort, but be warned: there are many steps making it inaccessible by pushchair or bicycle.
The Solutré Pouilly Vergisson Grand Site de France is both a protected natural area and a renowned tourist attraction. A programme of activities is on offer throughout the year, including numerous walking and cycling routes.
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Visit the Solutré Prehistory Museum, which houses collections from a prehistoric site at the foot of the Roche de Solutré that has been occupied for at least 50,000 years. The Maison du Grand Site opens its doors to you for information, a visit or a coffee break.
From the Roche car park, you can climb the Roche de Solutré on foot. With no major difficulties, the 4-kilometre route has a difference in altitude of around 100 metres. Along the way, you'll come across a series of reading tables inviting you to explore the many facets of this historic site. The path has been carefully laid out for your comfort, but be warned: there are many steps making it inaccessible by pushchair or bicycle.
The Solutré Pouilly Vergisson Grand Site de France is both a protected natural area and a renowned tourist attraction. A programme of activities is on offer throughout the year, including numerous walking and cycling routes.
52 min By car
54 km
Arrival
Immersion in the heart of the Charolais with Chef Doucet
Leave the main roads behind and immerse yourself in the Charolais region, where you'll be amazed by the surroundings. La Maison Doucet, set beside the river and a wonderful garden, offers refined, fully-equipped rooms and suites. This residence invites you to enjoy the pleasures of the table. You'll enjoy a new cuisine, full of flavour, colour and freshness, prepared by Chef Frédéric Doucet, a Michelin-starred chef.
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