Beaune is a town in eastern France widely considered the wine capital of Burgundy, in the Côte-d'Or department, between Lyon and Dijon.
A first look at Beaune
Cité des Climats et vins de Bourgogne
An audio-guided wine-culture visit that ends in a tasting and a panoramic terrace; on the southern edge of town, open 10 am to 6 pm.
Hôtel-Dieu (Hospices de Beaune)
The hospital founded in 1443 under glazed polychrome tile roofs; open every day, entry 12.50 euros for adults.
Bouchard Aîné & Fils
A wine house founded in 1750 that runs a five-senses tour of its 18th-century cellars; listed open daily, with a midday break.
Halle de Beaune
The covered hall facing the Hôtel-Dieu, open Saturday mornings only, from 7 am to 1 pm; stalls spread to nearby squares.
Brasserie Le Monge
A glass-roofed brasserie on Place Monge with Burgundy dishes, open all day, every day, 8 am to 10 pm.
Caves Madeleine
A snug restaurant with 500+ wines; lunch Monday to Saturday except Wednesday, dinner Monday and Thursday to Saturday.
La Table de Guigone
Traditional Burgundy cooking under the La Grande Vadrouille mural; lunch and dinner except Wednesday and Thursday.
Le Bistrot Bourguignon
A bistro on a pedestrian street with a 500-reference wine list; lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday, closed Sunday and Monday.
Le Carmin
A gourmet restaurant on Place Carnot with 800+ wines and a 50-euro three-course lunch menu; open Tuesday to Saturday.
Le Cheval Noir
A gourmet restaurant with a seasonal menu and a shady terrace; lunch and dinner except Tuesday and Wednesday.
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