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Destination Saone-et-Loire

Alan — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 06:33:26 +0000

In the south of Burgundy, the region of Saone-et-Loire is called this for the two rivers that traverse it. Tourists are able to walk along the banks of either the Loire or the Saone rivers and take a dip to strip the heat away. There are boat tours on the river or you can rent a canoe if you would rather go it alone. On the boat tours you can listen to a local expert talk about nature.

Rent a horse or a bicycle to get around and experience all you can in just a day. If you would rather get a bird’s eye view, sail away in a hot air balloon. The rivers will be slinking below you.

Macon is the primary town in Saone-et-Loire, dating back to the 2nd century B.C. Just so that you see everything, you may access a downloadable trail the local tourist office put together that takes you to all the important streets. It tells the history of those streets and other information on the sights.

St. Clement is only one of many Romanesque churches throughout the city. It was only recently excavated and as an archaeological site, may be toured if you first contact the city hall.

Many prehistoric caves are in Saone-et-Loire. Close to Riverolles are the Aze caves, which host a number of underground lakes, waterfalls, bear skeletons, and fossils.

The Blanot caves are adorned by numerous stalagmites and stalactites. Following the trail in the cave takes you 80 metres below ground.

Close to Le Bourg are caves with a kind of museum of local archaeological history, displaying fossils and various other finds.

Throughout the region are innumerable chateaux, anywhere from smaller ones that have been turned into houses for tourists or small hotels, to gorgeous country homes and huge forts from the Medieval Age.

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Wine expert Joe Wadsack reviews Burgundy wines

admin — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 20:57:04 +0000

Going abroad is when many people take the opportunity to try new gourmet food – sampling a gorgeous new drop of red or a new type of cured ham, so it’s no wonder if you haven’t taken a trip this year you may be feeling like you are missing out on the experience.

Whether you stayed at home or travelled to Europe and have the post holiday blues, worry not as some of the very best quality produce is available in the UK and readily at your fingertips.

In this video, wine expert Joe Wadsack gives you tips on making the most out of Port (and not just for Christmas), the wines of the Burgundy region in France and the Douro Valley in Portugal. He’ll also give advice to ensure you’re trying true top-quality European foods that have the PDO official stamp. Watch Joe’s video to find out how to have your own “Pinot Noir Epiphany” and the best way to serve and eat hors d’oeuvres like Parma ham and Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese.

For more information visit: discovertheorigin.co.uk

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Cycling in Burgundy – 8-day biking holiday with Explore

admin — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 20:59:00 +0000

Explore offers a moderately-paced, eight-day bike break in France’s famous wine region for £644 pp, following the Canal de Bourgogne, plus visiting the village setting of Chocolat, medieval abbeys and a walled town specialising in aniseed balls. Suitable for regular cyclists.

Price includes return Eurostar train travel (London), all transportation, seven nights’ B&B and the services of a tour leader. There are available departures 13 & 20 September, 2008.

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Saône Gastronomic cruises in the autumn

admin — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 10:01:12 +0000

This November, you can gorge with gastronomic glee on a leisurely cruise from Renaissance Lyon to beautiful Burgundy where the focus is firmly on top-notch French food and wine.

Four gastronomic meals will be served onboard with a mouth-watering welcome dinner lovingly prepared by renowned chef Paul Bocuse. A sommelier is on hand to ensure you pick the right wine to go with your meal. There will also be opportunity to sample Beaujolais wines from the countryside region.

Departing 3 November, the four-night ‘Gatronomic Extravaganza’ cruise costs from £657 pp (two sharing) including return travel by Eurostar, coach transfers, three-night cruise with buffet breakfast, three dinners and two lunches.

More details available from VFB Holidays on 01452 716 838.

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