A summer in BurgundySwimming in BeauneAll the best ways to keep cool and active!

Where to swim?

Envy to fraîcheur during the summer in Burgundy? Beaune and the surrounding area offer several pleasant places to swim, relax or enjoy water sports. Whether you’re with the family,with friends or a thrill-seeker, here are the best places to swim around Beaune. Admittedly, the region is known for its vintage vines and numerous appellations, but to cool off, there’s nothing better than water! Here’s our selection of places to take a dip! And believe me, there’s plenty to choose from! Natural bathing, swimming pools, lakes… there’s something for every taste.

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01. Beaune Côté Plage (Beach Side)

natural swimming

Need to reconnect with nature? A place to refresh yourself just a few minutes from downtown Beaune, without smelling like chlorine? Head to Beaune Côté Plage, a ecological bathing area. Thanks to the natural filtration of the plants, you can enjoy a 0% chemical swimming pool. Enjoy a real moment of relaxation on more than 14,000 m&² of grassy beaches, withfour natural swimming pools suitable for all : a children’s area, a water games pool, a swimming pool, and another dedicated to diving. On site, have fun with toboggans, one and three-metre diving boards, or small boats à wheels. The site also offers a play area, a climbing wall, a liane, as well as a catering service to extend the day in complete safety.

©Beaune Cote Plage Family Bathing|Kaptura

©Beaune Coast Beach Bathing Summer|Lyonnaise des Eaux

Practical information

How do I get there?
Beaune Côté Plage (Beach Side) is easily accessible. Just 5km from the town centre, there are several options available to you:
- You can bring the whole family or friends along for a day of beach and sport: it’s just a 10-minute drive.
- To enjoy the surrounding area and the view of the Beaune hills, hop on your bike and take a 15-minute ride to Beaune Côté Plage (Beach Side).
- By public transport? It’s possible from 8 July to 31 August, Monday to Friday from 11am to 7.30pm with the Côte&Bus service – consult the timetables
- For those who like to walk, put on some good shoes!
Opening times and dates
Open from 1 June to 30 September
- From 16 June to 14 September: open 7 days a week from 11am to 8pm
- From 15 September to 30 September: Wednesdays and weekends from 11am to 8pm
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Access and contact
Adresse : Chemin des Tauperies, 21200 Montagny-lès-BeauneContact : Beaune Côté Plage (: 06-58-85-77-86 Côte & Bus: 03-80-21-85-09 The site is non-smoking and accessible to people with limited mobility.
Rates
- Children under 3: free
- Children aged 3 to 15, adults after 5pm, reduced rate : 4€
- Adults: 6€

©montagny-les-beaune-voile-lac|©atlierphotomuzard.com;

02. The lake at Montagny-lès-Beaune

Hungry for strong sensations? Head for Lac de Montagny-lès-Beaune, ain search of adrenalin area dedicated to water sports. You’ll find activities such as wakeboarding, water-skiing, or paddle. This site attracts sports enthusiasts and young people en quête adrénaline while remaining à two steps from Beaune.

Practical information

How do I get there?
Located opposite the Beaune Côté Plage natural swimming area, the lake and its aquatic activities are easy to reach from Beaune on foot, by bike, by bus or by car. With only 5km from the town centre, there are several options to choose from:
- 10 minutes by car.
- 15 minutes by car
- By public transport? It’s possible from 8 July to 31 August, Monday to Friday from 11am to 7.30pm with the Côte&Bus service – see the timetables
- And for those who like to walk, put on your best shoes!
Access and contact
Address: Rue des Genièvres, 21200 Montagny-lès-BeauneContact : Beaune Côté Plage: 06-58-85-77-86 The site is non-smoking and accessible to people with limited mobility.

©Lake Nolay Pontoon 1|Office de tourisme Beaune & Pays Beaunois

03. Lake Nolay

Around twenty kilometres from Beaune, and just 500 metres from the town centre of Nolay, a typical town in the Hautes Côtes, the Lac de Nolay offers a peaceful setting surrounded by greenery. Less frenetic than other places, it is ideal for those seeking peace and nature. Swimming is permitted, although it is not supervised all year round. It’s also a good spot for picnicking and walking. Theswimming area is supervised from Tuesday 8 July to Sunday 17 August 2025.

You will be able to enjoy a gravel beach, shaded verdure corners, two pontoons and a small diving board to spend the day in peace and quiet. The good plan: a snack is on site to cater for you!

Find out more about the lake

©Lake Nolay Grass|Office de tourisme Beaune & Pays Beaunois

Practical information

How do I get there?
The lake is very close to the centre of Nolay and can be reached by car in 5 minutes or on foot in 10 minutes! Adresse : Route de Couches, Nolay 21340
When is swimming supervised?
Swimming is supervised from Tuesday 8 July to Sunday 17 August t 2025.
- on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 10am to 12pm and 3pm to 6pm.
- On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2.30 p.m. to 7 p.m..
The supervision of swimming is not provided on Mondays. This supervision is provided by personnel holding the BNSSA (Brevet National de Sécurit&e; et de Sauvetage Aquatique).
Contact
mail: [email protected] téléphone: 07 66 11 49 87 website: https://www.camping-de-nolay.fr/

04. Santenay swimming pool

Located close to the tennis court, the heated outdoor swimming pool at Santenay is the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors. It offers several pools for all âges, a slide for the kids and a cove détente to relax between dips.
Enclosed by verdure, it combines sport and détente. There are also swimming lessons available, whether you’re a beginner or looking to perfect your skills.

I want to know more

©Swimming Pool Summer Family|Studio Piffaut

Practical information

How do I get there?
With Santenay station just a stone’s throw away (2 km), it’s best to get there by bike or on foot, taking just 6 minutes by bike and 23 minutes on foot. You can also take the 705 bus from the station and walk to the swimming pool.
Opening times and dates
- Open: from 3 June to 31 August
- Weekly closing: every Monday
- Children under 12: must be accompanied by an adult
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Rates
- Under 4 yo: free
- Children aged 5 to 11: €2;
- Over 12 yo and adults: €3.50;
Access and contacts
Adresse : Avenue des Sources, 21590 Santenay Contact: 03-80-20-61-17

05. Chagny swimming pool

practical and family-friendly

Located 25 minutes from Beaune, the piscine municipale de Chagny is an excellent alternative for those looking for a peaceful and pleasant place to cool off on hot summer days. This open-air pool offers a spacious outdoor pool, ideal for swimming or simply relaxing in the water. The little ones have access to a separate paddling pool. The big plus at the piscine de Chagny: a green area where you can browse, picnicate or tend peacefully. It’s the perfect place to spend an afternoon with the family, away from the hustle and bustle of the city, in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.

See the Chagny swimming pool

Practical information

How do I get there?
500m from Chagny town centre, take the car for a 2-minute drive, or walk to get there in just 8 minutes.
Opening times and dates
- Open from 1 June to 4 July:
  - from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays
- from 5 July to 31 August:
  - Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 7pm
  - Thursdays from 12pm to 7pm
- Closed on Mondays
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Rates
- Adult 3.50 €
- Child (-16 years) 1.50 €
- Student 2 €
- Pack of 10 entries:
  - adult 30 €
  - child (-16 years) 10 €
  - étudiant 20 €
Access and contact
Adresse : Chemin des Mûriers, 71150 Chagny Contact : 03-85-87-23-94

It is also possible to enjoy the pools at our partners, whether it’s the time of a good meal or during your séjour. Some of the region’s restaurants and hotels make their pools available to their customers: the perfect opportunity to refresh yourself between two meals or after a sunny day.

Restaurants with swimming pool

All restaurants with swimming pool

The Beaune region is full of places to enjoy the summertime! Depending on what you fancy, choose your idéal soaking spot around Beaune! Between thenatural spaces, the sports facilities and the piscines, there’s plenty to take a dip.

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