FONTENAY ABBEY
Read moreFontenay Abbey, a magnificently preserved 12th-century Cistercian jewel, organizes heritage, cultural and musical events every year. This year, 2024, the main dates are as follows:
Sunday March 24, 2024 from 10am to 12pm: Rally RS Club Porsche. Meet the club's passionate members and discover the most beautiful models of this legendary brand! An excellent opportunity to discover what makes the German brand so special.
Thursday May 9, 2024 at 6:30pm: Concert by laureates of the Gautier Capuçon Foundation. Léo and Luka Ispir, on violin and cello, and Karen Kuronuma, on piano, perform a number of musical classics, from Richard Wagner to Gabriel Fauré. An alliance of architectural and musical beauty, this concert is a unique opportunity to witness the blossoming of new talent.
Saturday May 18, 2024 from 9pm to 11pm: Night tour of the abbey. Visit or rediscover Fontenay by torchlight and moonlight. Immerse yourself in an atmosphere that facilitates immersion in the past.
Saturday-Sunday, June1 and 2, 2024 10am-12pm and 2pm-6pm, Guided tours of the gardens. Discover the gardens of Fontenay in late spring, the flowering season par excellence. Awarded the "Jardin Remarquable" label, the gardens of Fontenay combine a French style with a medieval section where medicinal and tinctorial plants grow naturally.
Friday June 7, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.: Facel Vega Rally. This year, the brand celebrates its 70th anniversary with a rally that includes a stop in Fontenay. On the program: 80 vehicles presented by enthusiasts of this unique car.
Friday June 14, 2024 from 6pm to 8pm: aperitif with a view. Combine the pleasure of an aperitif with a visit to a UNESCO World Heritage site. Reservations Tel. 03 80 92 15 00. Pure hedonism!
Saturday July 13 and Thursday August 15, 2024 from 9pm to 11pm: nightly concerts by Gregorian choirs. Les Ambrosiniens, a Dijon-based Gregorian choir, performs Gregorian chants.
Saturday August 10, 2024, 8:30pm: Antonio Vivaldi concert, Concerto for 4 violins and The 4 Seasons. Enjoy the best of the Italian composer performed by 4 talented violinists, enhanced by readings of poetic texts on the theme of the famous four seasons. A rare moment of grace in a superb setting.
Sunday, September 8, 2024 from 10am to 6pm: Fantastic Picnic, 16th anniversary of the Auxois Morvan Naturellement label. Gastronomy, eating well and local produce are in the spotlight on the anniversary of this label promoting sustainable agriculture. The program includes an ephemeral market, stands set up by certified producers, a convivial picnic, musical entertainment and a hot-air balloon ride. By organizing this event, Fontenay Abbey aims to promote local, environmentally-friendly production.
Saturday September 21 and Sunday September 22, 2024 from 10am to 6pm: European Heritage Days. Reduced-rate guided tours of the abbey. A glass artisan will share his skills and creations with you.
Sunday September 22, 2024 at 10am: Fontenay mass organized by the Montbard parish.
MUSÉOPARC ALÉSIA
Read moreIn the year of the Olympic Games in Paris, the MuséoParc Alésia offers a temporary exhibition on these unique games, from their origins to the present day. Accessible to children and adults alike, the museography makes the visitor an active participant in the exhibition. As soon as you enter, you become an athlete who must follow the course on the floor to reach the finish line! As you progress, you'll discover new themes. Discover Olympia, where the ancient games were held, understand why they were created and which buildings were built to host them. Then, meet the athletes who left their mark on their era, and discover the different events authorized over the centuries and competitions. Thanks to the use of facsimile objects, you can touch the ancient discus used for throwing, as well as weights and a javelin. Based on historical and archaeological discoveries, this immersive exhibition makes the link between ancient games and the modern Olympic Games, revived by a certain Pierre de Coubertin in 1896.
Until November 30, the MuseoParc teams are organizing events and activities on the theme of the Olympic Games, to create a bridge between past and present. Immerse yourself in the daily life of an athlete as you stroll along the MuseoParc terrace to the sound of the Olympian forest, try your hand at ancient events or attend an archaeological conference on the Olympic theme.
LE MARCHE DES POTIERS
Read moreAnother tradition of the region of Nuits-Saint-Georges, less known than wine but no less famous: pottery. She is in honour every year, in May, through a huge market where artisans expose their achievements. The market welcomes thirty-five potters from various regions of France, but also from Europe to present and sell their products. it is an opportunity to discover their work techniques and their life as a craftsman.
AGENDA 2023 - CIGV
Read moreA new year for the young Cité de la Gastronomie et du Vin as it turns its attention to the people of Dijon! 2 years is celebrated on May 5 with a Giant Cluedo in the heart of the city. From May 8 to 12, it's Korea Week, with events and workshops on the Land of Morning Calm. On July 17, she'll be taking part in the passing of the Olympic Flame! In September, Show les Papilles returns for its third consecutive year, once again highlighting the finest local and regional gastronomic products. From October 14 to 20, it's Taste Week. On the program: workshops, masterclasses and demonstrations. It's sure to be a lively time at the Cité!
BURGUNDY CREAMY AMBAL WIDOW
Read moreThe Maison Veuve Ambal has become the main sponsor of the Nicéphore Niepce Museum, enabling it to enrich its collections by supporting its acquisition policy. In return, the museum offers temporary photographic exhibitions that are renewed three times a year. These images extracted from the museum's collections are of great photographic quality and follow very specific themes, teaching us more about the techniques used through the ages.
RETROMOBILE IN CHÂTEAU D' ETRABONNE
Read moreOrganized by the Vallée de la Vingeanne association, the 13th edition of the Rétromobile day devoted to vintage vehicles will take place on the occasion of the Journées du Patrimoine. A trip through automotive history, with over 200 cars on display, a dream or a nostalgic experience for everyone. The magnificent grounds of the Château de Champagne-sur-Vingeanne are well worth a visit.
MUSÉE FRANÇOIS POMPON
Read moreThe Musée François Pompon, housed in a 17th-century mansion in Saulieu, promises a journey through history and modern art. Its collections evoke the rich history of Saulieu and its region, from Gallo-Roman steles to works of sacred art. But the museum's jewel is undoubtedly its remarkable collection of animal sculptures by François Pompon, the undisputed master of this art. You can also discover the artist's early works, as well as a room dedicated to French gastronomy, paying tribute to Saulieu's great chefs such as Alexandre Dumaine and Bernard Loiseau.
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