Where is the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne?

The Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne has three different sites. The Beaune building, with its emblematic tendrils, is in the middle of the Côte de Beaune vineyards, while the Mâcon building is in the cultural district, on the banks of the Saône. The Chablis building, meanwhile, is in the centre of the eponymous village, a stone’s throw from the vineyards.

How does a visit to the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune work?

Your visit to the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune begins with an immersive wine trail. This is your chance to retrace the history of Burgundy wines and understand the specific characteristics of the Climats vineyards, which are listed by UNESCO . Afterwards, you can visit the wine bar, where you can enjoy a glass of Chablis with tapas, or have a coffee and play a board game with the family. If you want to learn more about wine, you can also take part in a tasting workshop on different themes. Note that the itinerary is more or less the same for all 3 Cité sites!

Who are the architects of the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne sites?

The 3 sites called on 3 different architects for the construction and inauguration. The Beaune building was constructed by Emmanuelle Andreani Architectes, the Chablis building by Correia Architectes & Associés and the Mâcon building by Antoine Recio of RCB Architecture. So each building is unique!

Can I take part in a tasting workshop at the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune?

Yes, of course! The Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune invites you to experience a range of wine-tasting workshops. Three themes are on offer: an introduction to wine tasting, a discovery of the region’s grape varieties and a wine and food pairing tasting. An introduction to wine tasting lasts an average of 45 minutes. Don’t forget to book your slot in advance!

What can you visit in the vicinity of Beaune's Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne?

Take advantage of a visit to the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne to explore the area around Beaune. Located in the Burgundy vineyards, the town is a must-see on the Burgundy Grands Crus Route , and offers a fascinating insight into the region’s heritage. Here are a few must-sees in Beaune: ➡️ Hôtel-Dieu des Hospices de Beaune ➡️ Musée des Beaux-Arts de Beaune ➡️ Notre-Dame de Beaune Basilica ➡️ The ramparts and the Porte Saint-Nicolas ➡️ The Fallot Mustard Factory

Is the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune suitable for a family visit?

You bet! In Beaune, the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne is perfectly designed to welcome children and young teenagers. For example, the immersive tour includes an area specially designed for children, with fun games and missions. The wine bar, meanwhile, naturally offers non-alcoholic options for younger visitors, such as juices and soft drinks. There are also special events for families, such as Halloween investigations and game booklets.

Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaunewine in the spotlight!

The City of Burgundy Climats and Wines

The Route des Grands Crus de Bourgogne is not one to put water in its wine. Are you? Then we’ve got a date with you at the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune for a visit with a character all its own. To find it, all you have to do is follow the Burgundy vineyards. It will lead you straight to a building surrounded by vines and recognisable by its bold, twisting architecture. Inside, the senses are awakened, the lights twirl and the glasses of wine clink. You’ve arrived at the Cité des vins de Beaune!

Tour itinerary Wine in all its forms

The Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne may promise you an unforgettable experience, but it doesn’t guarantee you a trouble-free visit. And with good reason! With 1100 square metres devoted to the vineyards of Burgundy, the site retraces over 2000 years of history and geography surrounding wine. Thanks to an immersive scenography, awaken your senses to the aromas, subtlety and elegance of the wines. Then take time to explore the area dedicated to the natural landscape of the Climats* of the Burgundy vineyards. This is your chance to find out why it has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015. It’s a real eye-opener!

*In Burgundy, a Climat is a geographical area that represents a unique terroir and gives its name to the wine.

City of Beaune wines and Climats — ©Les Conteurs - City of Beaune Wines and Climats

Your little ones will love it!

The trail specially designed for children! With its 7 little cabottes (huts used as shelters in the vineyard), it promises a fun and dynamic visit for the youngest visitors. And there’s grape juice on offer for those who make it to the finish line.

A Grand Cru of architecture

Even before you open the doors of the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune, you can’t help but be amazed by its contemporary architecture. The building, designed by the architect Emmanuelle Andreani, stands out for its tendril, which rises towards the sky and is reminiscent of the way the vines wrap themselves around the trellises. At the top, the view from the Belvedere is breathtaking. At a height of 21 metres, the whole of the Côte de Beaune stretches out before your eyes. Don’t forget to immortalise it all with a nice (perched) photo.

Wine bar Toast, savour, share... do it again.

Thirsty after your visit? Well, the Cité de Beaune has thought of everything. Head for Les Accords, an exceptional wine bar on the penultimate floor of the building. In this uncluttered little cocoon, with a view over the Beaune vineyards, it’s the sommelier who guides your fruity visit. With over 110 wines on offer, there’s plenty of time to enjoy a glass of Santenay,Volnay or Hautes-Côtes de Beaune. And to accompany all that, how about a platter of Côte-d’Or charcuterie and cheeses? All that’s missing is a game of wine-edition monopoly and a jug of apple juice for a family moment made in Burgundy!

©Les Conteurs - Restaurant Premnord - Premeaux-Prissey

Tasting workshops The art of being one step ahead

In Burgundy, we don’t drink wine. You slide the glass between your hands, carefully admire its crimson glints, takethe time to smell its aromas and, only after you’ve done all that, savour it. With our eyes closed. As you can see, wine tasting is an art that takes practice. Whether you’re already a seasoned oenophile or a neophyte of good bottles, the Cité de Beaune invites you to take part in one of its wine-tasting workshops. A sensory exercise guided by the aromas of the region’s wines and by passionate oenologists. So, shall we drink a toast?

A tasting to suit you

To get everyone on the same wavelength, the Cité de Beaune offers you a choice of 3 themes for your workshop:

Introduction to wine tasting, to learn the basics of the trade;
Wine and food pairing, to sample the flavours of the region;
Burgundy treasures, to learn all about the different grape varieties.

And if you can’t make up your mind, you can always take part in all three. Not on the same day, of course!

With the family: Oenology is fun!

If your little bandits think that oenology is synonymous with boredom, they’ve certainly never set foot in the Cité de Beaune. In addition to the specially designed family trail, the site is always coming up with inventive and educational activities. Whether you’re making a mini-barrel, creating a butterfly hotel or going on a bat hunt, there’s always a good reason to book afamily visit to the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne. Your little ones will thank you!

City of Burgundy Climats and Wines 3 sites, 3 memorable experiences

Want to extend your visit? Discover the three sites of the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne.

After Beaune, explore Chablis and Mâcon. These two towns, renowned for their AOC wines, invite you to learn more about oenology. From wine bars to sensory tours and tasting workshops, all the Cité’s sites promise a 100% immersive experience. What makes it special? Each building is unique. In Chablis, the historic Petit Pontigny building has been renovated in a contemporary style to house the Cité. The building in Mâcon, meanwhile, is recognisable by its huge wine-press screw reaching skywards.

Exceptional sites, to be visited without moderation…. and that doesn’t apply to wine tasting!

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City of wines in Mâcon — ©Antoine Martel - City of Wines, Mâcon

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FAQ

Where is the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne?
The Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne has three different sites. The Beaune building, with its emblematic tendrils, is in the middle of the Côte de Beaune vineyards, while the Mâcon building is in the cultural district, on the banks of the Saône. The Chablis building, meanwhile, is in the centre of the eponymous village, a stone’s throw from the vineyards.
How does a visit to the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune work?
Your visit to the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune begins with an immersive wine trail. This is your chance to retrace the history of Burgundy wines and understand the specific characteristics of the Climats vineyards, which are listed by UNESCO. Afterwards, you can visit the wine bar, where you can enjoy a glass of Chablis with tapas, or have a coffee and play a board game with the family. If you want to learn more about wine, you can also take part in a tasting workshop on different themes. Note that the itinerary is more or less the same for all 3 Cité sites!
Who are the architects of the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne sites?
The 3 sites called on 3 different architects for the construction and inauguration. The Beaune building was constructed by Emmanuelle Andreani Architectes, the Chablis building by Correia Architectes & Associés and the Mâcon building by Antoine Recio of RCB Architecture. So each building is unique!
How much does a visit to the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne de Beaune cost?
The price of the tour of Beaune’s Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne varies according to age and status. Here are the different prices:
➡️ Adult (full price): €14.50
➡️ Reduced rate*: €11
➡️ Young people (aged 6-17): €7.50
➡️ Children under 6: Free
➡️ Family pass (2 adults + 2 young people): €35
*Reduced rate applies with proof of entitlement (students, disabled people, jobseekers, etc.)
Can I take part in a tasting workshop at the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune?
Yes, of course! The Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune invites you to experience a range of wine-tasting workshops. Three themes are on offer: an introduction to wine tasting, a discovery of the region’s grape varieties and a wine and food pairing tasting. An introduction to wine tasting lasts an average of 45 minutes. Don’t forget to book your slot in advance!
What can you visit in the vicinity of Beaune's Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne?
Take advantage of a visit to the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne to explore the area around Beaune. Located in the Burgundy vineyards, the town is a must-see on the Burgundy Grands Crus Route, and offers a fascinating insight into the region’s heritage. Here are a few must-sees in Beaune:
➡️ Hôtel-Dieu des Hospices de Beaune
➡️Musée des Beaux-Arts de Beaune
➡️ Notre-Dame de Beaune Basilica
➡️ The ramparts and the Porte Saint-Nicolas
➡️ The Fallot Mustard Factory
Is the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne in Beaune suitable for a family visit?
You bet! In Beaune, the Cité des Climats et Vins de Bourgogne is perfectly designed to welcome children and young teenagers. For example, the immersive tour includes an area specially designed for children, with fun games and missions. The wine bar, meanwhile, naturally offers non-alcoholic options for younger visitors, such as juices and soft drinks. There are also special events for families, such as Halloween investigations and game booklets.