Unusual activities in Gevrey-Chambertin and Nuits-Saint-Georges the programme!

For a weekend in Burgundy, Gevrey-Chambertin and Nuits-Saint-Georges offer some not-to-be-missed places to discover. From guided tours of the cellars to walks through the vineyards and wine tasting, each of these places offers the perfect combination of tourism, culture and culinary delights. Dijon and Beaune are also perfect stops to enrich your holiday, with museums, markets and walks that immerse you in the region’s stories and heritage. These experiences make your weekend in France both authentic and memorable.

The Côte de Nuits offers some extraordinary adventures, combining scenery, heritage and wine tasting. One of the most popular is a hot-air balloon ride offering a spectacular view of the vines and the breathtaking scenery. Electric bike rides allow you to explore the wine-producing villages at your own pace, along secret paths. Some estates also offer art workshops, dramatised tours or sensory workshops in the heart of their cellars. On the natural side, guided outings around lakes, forests or emblematic crus complete the experience, as do unusual tours of the region’s museums, often associated with the history of wine and wine-growing landscapes.

Yes, several operators offer a hot-air balloon flight over the vineyards of Gevrey-Chambertin, Nuits-Saint-Georges or even Santenay. It’s a very popular way to admire the rolling countryside, the plantations that stretch as far as the eye can see and the wine-producing villages that dot the Côte de Nuits. The flight lasts around an hour and reveals a unique panorama of the vineyards, Dijon and sometimes the Saône, Morvan or Chalon. This immersion offers a different view of the vineyards, revealing the climats, low walls and clos typical of Burgundy. It’s ideal for families, couples or an unusual break with friends!

The localities of the Côte de Nuits offer many unexpected outings, such as secret tours of old wine cellars, twilight walks in the vineyards, olfactory workshops around the crus… Some estates offer immersive tours combining art, tradition and tasting. In Gevrey-Chambertin, some cellars are exceptionally opening up their centuries-old underground galleries, while Nuits-Saint-Georges is focusing on narrative tours to immerse you in the local history. An original way to explore places that are often reserved for the initiated!

The region lends itself perfectly to family leisure activities: guided explorations of the countryside and villages, fun tours of museums, creative wine workshops (alcohol-free for children, of course!), or nature outings in the surrounding area. Some estates have special offers for families, with adapted tours, treasure hunts and sensory activities. The variety of activities on offer makes for a memorable holiday, combining art, the environment, memory and vineyard discovery in a way that’s accessible and interesting for everyone.

Between Dijon, Beaune and the wine-producing villages, a number of hotels and accommodation establishments offer spa areas or moments of well-being, sometimes right in the heart of the vineyards. Some offer a direct view of the vineyards, while others offer a more natural atmosphere, close to the surrounding lakes and forests. These places combine relaxation and discovery, often with original services such as aromatic baths inspired by the vineyards, grape-seed-based treatments or rejuvenating walks around the countryside. Ideal after a day’s sightseeing or an electric bike tour around the estates!

The Côte de Nuits is home to some unusual museums, craft workshops and heritage sites that are sometimes little-known. Some châteaux offer temporary exhibitions or artistic performances in the heart of the vineyards. You can also take part in creative workshops (drawing, photography, collage, etc.) organised at historic estates near the vineyards. With their blend of art, history and heritage, these tours are a great way to discover another facet of Burgundy. There’s plenty to inspire your creativity!

That’s right! Gevrey-Chambertin and Nuits-Saint-Georges are great places to explore by electric bike, or even on foot. The communes are close to each other and linked by paths through the vineyards, allowing you to explore the area at your own pace. For more remote initiatives, near a lake, a forest or a museum, several offers include transport from the accommodation. Some guided tours even allow you to cover the route des crus by electric bike, with regular stops to enjoy the scenery and local stories.

Every summer, Burgundy is transformed into a veritable cultural playground, combining the environment, wine and local traditions. In July and August, a number of unusual events liven up the areas around Gevrey-Chambertin, Nuits-Saint-Georges and Beaune. These include wine festivals, open-air concerts and illuminated tours of the vineyards. Some of the events take place in a château, while others take place on the banks of a lake or in a museum, offering an original experience for the whole family. Renowned estates also organise ‘wine and bike’ evenings, gourmet picnics in the vineyards and dramatised tours retracing the history of the great houses.

To make the most of Burgundy’s Route des Grands Crus, you can organise a holiday that combines tourism and wine discovery. Strolls through the wine villages, visits to the estates and unusual activities allow you to explore each place with curiosity and pleasure. Gevrey-Chambertin and Nuits-Saint-Georges offer routes suitable for families and groups of friends alike, with unique discoveries ranging from hot-air ballooning to creative workshops. By combining Dijon, Beaune and the surrounding vineyards, your holiday becomes a perfect balance of relaxation, discovery and immersion in the heart of Burgundy.