When does the Beaune International Baroque Opera Festival take place?

The Beaune International Baroque Opera Festival takes place every year in the summer, mainly on weekends in July. Concerts usually take place in the evening (first notes between 5pm and 9.30pm).

How do I buy tickets?

You can buy tickets (and even gift vouchers!) for the Beaune International Baroque Opera Festival directly on the official website . Some local travel agencies even sell all-inclusive packages.

Where to stay to enjoy the event?

There’s no shortage of good places to stay in Beaune. Gîtes, elegant furnished accommodation, sumptuous hotels, bedrooms and guest houses will welcome you with the greatest care.

©The Beaune International Baroque and Romantic Opera Festival

Beaune International Baroque Opera Festival the grand airs stage

In Beaune, south of the Route des Grands Crus de Bourgogne in the Côte-d’Or, summer takes on the air of a lyrical festival. Just imagine: on a summer’s evening, the courtyard of the Hôtel-Dieu of the Hospices civils de Beaune lights up, its glazed tiles reflect the moon and the first chords are heard. Every year in July, the International Baroque Opera Festival brings together the greatest artists of the genre and nearly 10,000 spectators for a moment when culture and conviviality intertwine in an exceptional setting.

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The case

Nestling in the capital of Burgundy wines, the Hôtel-Dieu des Hospices Civils de Beaune is an icon of flamboyant 15th-century architecture. A symbol of generosity and the history of the Dukes of Burgundy, the building immerses visitors in an experience unlike any other. The historic courtyard replaces the usual concert halls, and the concertos are performed in other sublime venues around the city, such as chapels and basilicas. These sacred settings give each aria a unique atmosphere, as if the old stones themselves were singing.

Voices that resonate

The first few notes are enough to transport you to another world. The greatest voices on the international scene come together here, and when they resonate within the walls, the whole of Beaune vibrates. It’s a feast for the ears, but also for the eyes: sparkling gowns, theatrical gestures, raw emotion. Every performance is an event, and since its creation in 1983, this music festival has become a European benchmark, to be experienced like a fine wine tasting: intense and unforgettable.

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Created in 1982

In July

10,000 visitors

Restaurant Le Bon Accueil in Beaune - Route des Grands Crus de Bourgogne — ©Les Conteurs - Restaurant Le Bon Accueil

Between art and terroir

After being moved by baroque or romantic texts, you can continue the Beaune experience by sharing. After each concert, you can stroll through the medieval streets, raise a glass in a cellar or enjoy a sober or chic dinner, as the mood takes you. Beaune, capital of Burgundy wines, knows how to combine pleasures: wine, gastronomy and music create a perfect harmony.

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FAQ

When does the Beaune International Baroque Opera Festival take place?
The Beaune International Baroque Opera Festival takes place every year in the summer, mainly on weekends in July. Concerts usually take place in the evening (first notes between 5pm and 9.30pm).
How do I buy tickets?
You can buy tickets (and even gift vouchers!) for the Beaune International Baroque Opera Festival directly on the official website. Some local travel agencies even sell all-inclusive packages.
Where to stay to enjoy the event?
There’s no shortage of good places to stay in Beaune. Gîtes, elegant furnished accommodation, sumptuous hotels, bedrooms and guest houses will welcome you with the greatest care.