- 2 nights
- train journey 2ⁿᵈ class
- 4* Hotel
Dijon
Highlights
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The journey to the heart of Dijon takes just under 1.5 hours by TGV from Basel and just 2 hours from Lausanne. Once you arrive at Dijon train station, you can set off straight away, as everything is within walking distance or can be reached by streetcar. Good to know: From Dijon, regional trains run in 20 minutes to Beaune, the capital of Burgundy wines, which is famous for its hospices.
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Not only Paris has a Notre Dame, Dijon has a Notre Dame, too...
The «Notre Dame de Dijon» was built in the 13th century and is one of the most beautiful churches in Burgundy. Remarkable is the owl on one of the pillars of the church. It is considered a lucky charm and whoever caresses it and makes a wish might be rewarded with luck...
But there are also numerous churches from all eras, hence the nickname «the city of a hundred steeples».
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Born in Dijon, Gustave Eiffel was probably the most famous resident. The famous market halls of Dijon as well as the Eiffel Tower of Paris were designed and built by him.
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is housed in the former palace of the Dukes of Burgundy and is one of the oldest museums in France. It houses numerous works of art from all artistic periods.
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Not only mustard in countless flavours is a part of Dijon. There are numerous small restaurants and bistros where you can enjoy culinary delights. But Dijon is also the gateway to a wine-growing region with world-renowned wines that accompany the culinary specialities of the region.
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