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Stay n°2A beautiful escape in the heart of BurgundyA 3-day getaway for girlfriends

Stay : Nature and cycling in Burgundy

Need a break from routine and a chance to get together with friends? Then choose Burgundy. A girls’ getaway, away from the daily grind, for a weekend… Ça vous dit?  Allez, prendez la route, mettez les sacs à l’arrière et venez découvrir le pays Beaunois!

Saddle up, folks!

At the heart of Burgundy, Beaune is establishing itself as a must-see tap. Renowned for its Hôtel-Dieu des Hospices de Beaune, its médiéval charm and its grands crus, this small town lives to the rhythm of the vineyard and the seasons. A little higher up, theMontagne de Beaune offers a completely different face: wooded hills, secret paths, panoramic views over the varnished tile roofs… It’s also a r&eacute point of departure for venturing à vélo, on the back roads and wine trails that wind between the prestigious clos. A breath of pristine nature, suspended between city and vineyard, ideal for an extended weekend getaway.

Day 1

Welcome to sensory paradise

When you arrive at Beaune, go over the Montagne de Beaune, a view of the vineyards will be offered to you as if on a plate. Then it’s on to La Terre d’Or where you’ll set down your suitcases. Perched high above the vineyards of Beaune, La Terre d’Or is much more than a gîte: it is a family home that has been passionately transformed into a haven of peace. Once a family residence, it has seen a number of generations grow up before opening its doors to travellers in search of authenticity. Surrounded by nature and bathed in natural light, it offers uninterrupted views over the rooftops of the city and the hills of the vineyards. An intimate, lively place where you come to reconnect with Burgundy, the land and yourself. Vincent, your host, will give you a warm welcome and take you on a tour of this veritable paradise for the senses, where sérénité, bien-être andéveil of the senses are the maîtres mots.

Let yourself be carried away by a stroll through the courtyard, and stroll through theorganic terraced garden, patiently created by Christine, who has carefully combined a wide variety of plants. Then Vincent interrupts your tour to reveal the curiosity of the place: the cave! A real cave with stalactites and stalagmites, whose history and secrets he will share with you. Created by his father, Jean-Louis, the cave is a true masterpiece. Your immersion continues with an unforgettable moment of relaxation: a jacuzzi installed in the cave awaits you. So don your swimming costumes and enjoy this special moment with your friends!

Day 2

Discovering Beaune

After a gourmet breakfast, taken facing the sun that floods the valley. Direction to the centre of Beaune. The market is in full swing: local produce, local specialities, colours and scents mingle in a joyous atmosphere. The perfect picnic for the rest of the day. Back at La Terre d’Or, you have an appointment with Jean-Louis. His passion is contagious. He’ll take you into the history of the Clos de la Belle Châtelaine, this little 2.5 hectare crin, where every plant seems to tell a story. You listen to him, captivated, as he initiates you into his permaculture practices. The tour ends with a dégustation. Crème de cassis, wines from the estate… plenty to hone your palate to the terroir. The afternoon begins at a different tempo. Florian, from Active Tours, hands you some vélos (electric or classic depending on your calves!). You set off on the assault of the voie des vignes, your hair blowing in the wind. The landscapes unfold, the vines stretch as far as the eye can see,classified by UNESCO, enjoy thesestrictly ordered plots of vines. You’ll pass through charming villages vignerons and years of vines, believe me, you’ll be obliged to stop and take photos!

Day 3

Getting laid

Are you a little tired from all those wine tours? How about touching the sky? Embark on a hot air balloon flight over the vines. The alarm goes off before dawn. In the still sleepy tranquillity of La Terre d’Or, you silently prepare yourselves, carried away by the excitement of the moment to come. A few moments later, you join the Bourgogne Beaune Montgolfière team. The balloon slowly inflates, the sky begins to clear. Then, without a sound, you take off. Embark on a hot-air balloon flight over the vineyards. From the top, you’ll be treated to a breathtaking view, between the light of the rising sun and the Climates of Burgundy, which will seem immensely small. Back on land, your excursion continues à vélo. Head for Nantoux on the Hautes Côtes de Beaune, at Domaine Charles père et fille. You’ll have the privilege of sampling the house’s crus, followed by an authentic Burgundian déjeuner à la table de Pauline.

This day in Beaune was much more than a simple getaway: it was an immersion in the gentle Burgundian way of life, between vineyards as far as the eye can see, a heritage steeped in history and suspended moments in La Terre d’Or. We leave with our hearts lifted, our senses heightened, our heads full of images and, above all, a deep desire to return. Because here, every moment has the goût of the true, the beautiful, the simple. Coming soon, Beaune.

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