Sports and leisure activities Côte-D'Or

The AÉROCLUB aéroclub is nearly 160 members, a fleet of 7 aircraft (aircraft and ULM) and almost 2 000 hours of flight per year. Within this club you can:

Discover the pleasure of flying: 25 min flight (3 passengers: 30 €/pers, 2 passengers: 35 €/pers, 1 passengers: 50 €).

You initiate piloting: 20 min flight with instructor (50 €/pers.).

Learning to pilot: ULM patent (flying everywhere in France on appliances with regulated weight), a basic plane patent (fly around its field within a radius of 30 km; it is often a first step even if it is optional), a light flight pilot license (fly across Europe, it is often a stepping stone to private pilot license), Private Pilot License (fly around the world and opens the doors of the aeronautical professional world).

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Meltdown is a very original franchise bar that may seem strange to the less connected, since it is dedicated to e-sport: online competition on different media and different games. Of course, there are ultra-powerful computers, game consoles, high-end seats, last generation headphones... The top of the top for any good gamer. The Meltdown is also a bar that knows how to supply its players with fluorescent cocktails, beers and fruit juice! Competitions are regularly organized. It's your turn to play!

If the words exoplanet, galaxy or meteorite make you dream, the activities of the Société Astronomique de Bourgogne are for you! Since 1975 this association has been offering a rich program around astronomy. Conferences are held throughout the year, on the second Tuesday of each month, presented by renowned researchers and academics. Generally these are held in the Nave, 1 place du Théâtre, and are free of charge. To perfect your knowledge of the sky, observations are also offered one Saturday a month at the Observatoire des Hautes-Plates (Combe Serpent Park). Finally, if you wish to improve your knowledge of astronomy or start observing, internships are also organized for adults or children aged 9 to 13.

Take a seat in the large room of the Dijon planetarium and admire the show. Comfortably installed and in total immersion thanks to a 360° projection, you will discover an impressive show about the Universe, the solar system and the birth of the Earth. The projected films are eclectic and for all audiences. You can also walk in the botanical garden and go to the Museum of Natural History where the entrance is free.

After a complete refurbishment, the Espace Aquatique Fernand Bonnin will be extending its water lines to you from May 4, 2024. Enjoy two heated pools for an optimal swimming experience, while the slides and pentagliss offer thrills and spills. For the little ones, a water play area and splashpad are available for safe fun. A foodtruck will satisfy all your gourmet cravings. Book swimming lessons and aquagym sessions.

Joël Vélon offers you more than 20 different dances: salsa, swing, waltz, country, Argentine tango, tap, rock'n'roll and many others. Each class lasts an average of 1 hour and 20 minutes, allowing you to practice and learn, in a room of 250^m2 . A real place to meet and share. Subscriptions include an unlimited number of classes per week. It is also possible to take private lessons. Joël also offers online dance classes and participation in numerous workshops. Information on his website.

Situated 7 km from Dijon, in the heart of a 150-hectare estate, this magnificent property has belonged to the Debost family since the end of the 19th century and houses a beautiful equestrian centre. In 1970, a first riding arena with boxes was built. The riding school now has 60 boxes, 2 covered riding arenas, 3 riding arenas, 2 cross-country courses and 2 show jumping grounds. The club has 20 training horses, 15 ponies, and welcomes horses of owners in pension. The atmosphere is familial, the teachers are very pedagogical whether you are a beginner or an experienced rider! The huge advantage of this centre? Its domain which is divided between hay meadows (to feed the horses) and forests criss-crossed by numerous maintained alleys promising superb rides! The academy organizes training courses during the holidays and in summer. Please note: the former chapel has been converted into a reception room and can accommodate weddings, seminars... A place that we particularly like.

With more than 500 members, the club L'étrier de Bourgogne is a regional club and has several labels: Ecole Française d'Equitation, Ecurie de Compétition, Site d'Excellence Sportive CCE offering a real guarantee of professionalism. The club is also an organizer of amateur and professional competitions. In the boxes, about twenty training horses, about ten competition horses, about ten ponies et five to six shetland ponies for the youngest are available. The equipment is almost perfect: two rides, a covered arena, a show jumping arena, a spring garden with fixed and mobile obstacles and a grassy competition field. Do you want your child to ride? Do you dream of riding a horse? Here, there are courses for all levels: initiation, improvement or competition. The establishment also welcomes owners who want their horse to be pampered by a professional. The brightest young riders can benefit from a classical education and intensive riding and competition in this centre. One objective: the highest level.

A section of EuroVélo 6 overlaps with the Voie Bleue Moselle-Saône (between Samerey and Chalon-sur-Saône), a 700 km waterside escape from Luxembourg to Lyon. EuroVélo 6 links the Atlantic to the Black Sea, with 4,450 km of signposted cycle routes between the ocean and Constanța, Romania. The Canal de Bourgogne and the Canal du Centre allow you to reach Beaune and Dijon via the towpaths and vineyards.

Riel-les-Eaux is a small commune in the Côte-d'Or department, in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region. With a population of just 92 in 2015, it's a quiet, peaceful place. The commune is famous for its 2-hectare private fishing pond. Fishing is open all year round, without reservation, and carp fishing is limited to 2 rods. The lake also has a tobacco bar, restaurant, campsite and swimming area. Fishing enthusiasts can buy baiting pellets on site. The Riel-les-Eaux lake is popular with anglers, who give it an average rating of 5 out of 5.

Fans of strong sensations, try one day to fly through the Nuits Coast vineyards. A true child dream. A beautiful walk to offer, or to offer in autumn when the colours of nature are made of red, brown, yellow and orange. Each hot air balloon can accommodate between 2 and 3 people, ideal for sharing this extraordinary moment with family or friends. You will need to check that the weather is part, without wind, cleared, and hop! it left for the flight- An unforgettable moment!

A unique concept in France, created by the Comité régional de canoë-kayak and managed by Pagaies des Bords de Saône. Meet at the canoe-kayak base, where volunteers will provide you with your equipment (single- or double-seater boat, life jacket, paddles, etc.), and then it's up to you to choose your loop: Petit EcoPagayeurs for families, or Petite or Grande boucle Cîteaux. Discover the river's biodiversity on loops labeled Sentiers Nautiques by the Fédération Française de canoë-kayak.

Want to enjoy the pleasures of fishing? With 2 846 km of rivers, 100 km of Saône, 205 km of canals and 1 550 hectares of water, Côte d'Or has all the advantages to allow you to practise your favourite fishing. Let yourself be driven by the currents and your desires: trout or carp, large rivers or large reservoirs, brochet brochet or a water leurre… The choice is very wide, the exceptional possibilities! Whether you are a sportsman, a tactician or a dreamer, the pleasure of fishing is within your reach.

Tarperon's course is open to mouche fishing enthusiasts. This preserved framework will be of great interest to this sport of passion. The course is subject to the regulation of first class rivers. The fish patch, which can be purchased locally, is mandatory. Good fishing!

Depart from the Auxonne open-air center and discover the local flora and fauna. Various routes on the Saône allow you to admire the landscapes of the Val de Saône at your own pace, as well as the most beautiful buildings visible from your boat. The "Balades en Bourgogne" app is the perfect complement to this nautical excursion, revealing all the secrets you won't want to miss on your canoe trip.

To discover the Châtillonnais in general and the magnificent state forest of Châtillon-sur-Seine, which became a National Park in November 2019, choose mountain biking! Indeed, the tourist office allows you to discover nine marked trails in the eleventh French national park, the largest after that of Guyana. The introductory circuit of the Weasel (12 km) is a walk during which you may be lucky enough to spot a wild animal. The Charcoal Trail (27 km) is a mix of stony roads and forest lines. The Sentier à la Biche circuit (34 km) allows you to compose your route according to your desires. The most courageous will choose the circuit La Forêt de Châtillon (75 km) or the circuit of Fayard (89 km) which concern the amateurs of long excursions in mountain bike while that of Combes (25 km) is more sporting and has many points of view on the valley of Ource. Sportsmen can try the Val des Choues (37 km) which combines technicality and diversity. For lovers of crémant, take a breather on the Route du Crémant circuit (68 km)... Finally, to discover the remains of ancient castles and the historical heritage of Châtillonnais, choose the circuit Les Hauts Plateaux (56 km). You will find, at the tourist office, in the local branches in season and by downloading on the Internet the circuit which will suit you and which will combine at best your level, your desires and your time!

The aim of this association, created in 1984, is to promote hiking in the Côte-d'Or, to animate the network of associations linked to this outdoor activity and to maintain the 3,000 km of marked trails. There are 54 hiking clubs throughout the department and a topoguide listing all these circuits. Enough to put on your shoes! Discover the department by taking your time to observe nature from the Ouche valleys to the landscapes of the Auxois.

Trout and salmon farm, store of processed products (terrines, rillettes, smoked fish...), refreshment bar... you are sure to spend a day or an afternoon off the beaten track in this fish farm organization. If you wish to fish, the fishing equipment is lent to you; and, for those which would not fish, there remains the pleasure of the observation of the place where plants, insects and fish cohabit wonderfully.

City of water, Seurre is the fisherman's paradise! A new possibility is available for teasing the dowel with the new sablière. It was a sablière created for the exploitation of the aggregates arrived at the end of its operation which was purchased by the Côte d'or Federation for Fisheries and protection of the aquatic environment. It represents 26 hectares of water, thus the greatest sablière of full dijonnaise. Its geographical location makes it an interesting point of convergence for the fishermen of Côte d'Or and Saône-et-Loire. Gentle sloping banks, picnic areas and parking, this is an ideal place for family fishing, which will be accessible through the bike. Several areas of pâtis host the reproduction of perch and many fish species, and the site, in direct and permanent communication with the Saône, is deemed to be fish. Fishing cards are available from the tourist office, after which you just need to equip yourself and you can walk along the water all the beautiful season.

Ultimate Cup Series is a new motor racing event whose major partner is Michelin. Séries Sprint and Endurance Series in GT, Protos LMP3, Protos CN, Protos P4 and Monoplaces series. Quality show in perspective for the second round of a series of six competitions.

This is the shop specialized in the photo in Dijon for 30 years. You have every reason to trust your family memories because Photoexpress has a real experience, varied and varied services and high-end equipment available. Digital photo draw to digital draw through restoration, reproduction, identity photos, large format impressions on various media, realization of the game, transfer of images on DVD… In brief, everything that touches or far to the image, Photoexpress knows. In the shop space you'll find what you thought was missing like Polaroid movies that had disappeared from circulation for a long time. This is also where to buy frames and albums. As a result, while waiting for several other clients, take a look at the photo exhibition of the moment.

Vélorail de la Vingeanne is a leisure park located in Champagne-sur-Vingeanne. Accessible to all, young and old, this unusual and friendly activity lets you discover the region by bike or rosalie. On site, you'll find a store selling drinks and local produce, a picnic area with barbecue, a 9 km marked hiking trail, a playground with table tennis and boules area, and dry toilets. Advance booking is strongly recommended to avoid waiting on site and to have the vehicle of your choice.

The Nuits des Forêts festival returns to the National Forest Park from June 7 to 16, 2024 with a rich and varied program. On the program: nature outings, musical performances, handicraft events and nocturnal exhibitions allow you to familiarize yourself with the forest domain after dark. This annual festival not only raises awareness among young and old alike of the fragility of this natural environment, but also introduces them to the way it functions and its nocturnal particularities.

Air Escargot specializes in hot-air balloon flights. These last between an hour and an hour and a half. Including the balloon inflation, the welcome drink and the return flight, you should allow almost three hours for the full adventure. The best time to enjoy a hot-air balloon flight is between October and April. Flights are open to groups as well as individuals who want to enjoy this wonderful experience on their own. Good humor, relaxation and wonder are all part of the experience!

At a time when the demand for cooking classes is growing, Adrien Cantaux, pastry chef, chocolate maker and passionate confectioner offers to teach you how to prepare sweet treats yourself. With the appropriate equipment and above all his proven know-how, he is ready to share his little pastry chef secrets with you by leading gourmet workshops at home for individuals, associations and companies. The workshop can be adapted for children. Marshmallow bears, original lollipops, lost buns, macaroons....

It is on board of electric bikes that Échappée Nature proposes to live an innovative experience and bearer of sustainable values. Guided by Jean-Michel, the adventure is open to the greatest number of people to explore the Burgundian land and heritage. Without any constraint since the bikes are provided, simply choose the theme and the duration, and go for a discovery trip.

Whether it's for 2 hours, half a day or up to a few days, you will discover new sensations while maintaining your form and memories.

Sensation Vin in Beaune is the ideal place to start your Burgundy journey and perfect your wine tasting. Whether you're a beginner or a connoisseur, Damien and Céline welcome you all year round with 10 wine tasting courses tailored to your needs. Their expertise and pedagogy will help you learn about wine in a simple and fun way. Whether you opt for a half-day or a weekend, the limited number of participants guarantees effective and convivial learning. Thanks to Sensation Vin, you'll never look at wine in the same way again. Book your visit on their website.

Have you always dreamed of parodying a cult scene fromHarry Potter or James Bond ? Here is an original idea to entertain you proposed by professional actor Anthony Brutillot. Based in Nantes, he exports his Z'ateliers voice dubbing in Dijon and all over France! Good times guaranteed for those who wish to develop creativity, diction and fluency in speaking. Workshops at home, at a festival or during a company seminar, two formulas are possible: one with reinvented dialogues, the other with pre-written dialogues as in the studio.

The Saône is perfect in Auxonne for windsurfing, optimist or even canoeing. L'Etoile Auxonnaise is a combination of several sports clubs, affiliated with the French sailing Federation, rents it to the public non member of windsurfing and sailing dinghies during the period from April to October. Very dynamic with the public young in particular, it organizes courses in summer.

Also, if you stay not far from Auxonne, you will find this hotel a perfect frame for training of specialities enumerated above. Children aged between 8 and 12 years can even free session on optimist or windsurfing - from 10 years. Finally, from May to at the end of August, several issues and regattas are scheduled. Groups welcome, accommodation.

The Auxonne pool is located on the banks of the Saône, near the campsite. Open throughout the summer season, from late May to mid-September, it has two basins of 25 and 12.50 meters and a pool. It welcomes schools, the army and the public at different times and offers very attractive rates. To go diving, do not hesitate to contact the city hall.

After being called Dijon Bourgogne Handball for over 25 years, the club was renamed Dijon Métropole Handball in 2017. In 2019, coach Ulrich Chaduteaud led DMH to the Proligue semi-finals. In terms of players, the team has acquired Belgian Quinten Colman, who has already demonstrated his defensive solidity. The team is in^{2nd place} in the 2021/2022 Proligue rankings. A promising path to the next level for the Dijon team, who could well be on the podium this year! Don't miss a thing: subscribe now!

From baby gymnastics to competition, Alliance Dijon Gym 21 has been coaching and training gymnasts since 2004. In fact, Dijon is home to France's leading women's artistic gymnastics club, and not the least! No fewer than 650 members take part in competitions and activities at all levels. So don't hesitate to join them and take up gymnastics for yourselves, because even if rigor is the order of the day, the atmosphere is convivial and family-oriented. Throughout the year, ADG 21 organizes a wide range of activities, including early childhood gymnastics, artistic gymnastics, rhythmic gymnastics and voluntary gymnastics at various sites, as well as a number of occasional workshops where you can try your hand at pirouettes with your girlfriends. Let's get started!

At 130 ha, Lac de Panthier is the largest feeder lake for the Burgundy Canal in the Auxois region. Enjoying the rolling Auxois countryside, at the foot of the medieval fortress of Châteauneuf-en-Auxois, its banks are home to a 4-star campsite. On offer: walking and cycling tours of the lake, canoe hire, fishing, sandy beach and supervised swimming. There's also a sailing center with windsurf and catamaran rentals. Further afield, the Tour des Lacs de l'Auxois hiking circuit offers 160 km of marked trails from lake to lake.

Located in the basement of the Maison des associations, at the entrance to Dijon near the Cité Internationale de la Gastronomie et du Vin, Kelle Fabrik is much more than a fablab. It's a collaborative space where sharing and initiative reign supreme. Open to all, the workshop offers access to a wide range of machines and tools: sewing machines, 3D scanners, soldering irons, computers and more. With regular workshops and courses for all levels, Kelle Fabrik encourages creativity and entrepreneurship, whether for ambitious projects or just for fun.

Jean-Marc Boivin made his debut on these cliffs. A site of national interest, classified as an adventure site, the routes are equipped, they require attention and experience that cannot be learned on a climbing wall. So be careful, have a great time at Cormot! More than 150 routes from 25 to 45 meters high, from 4b to 7c+ levels are waiting for you, a 50 meters route of 8b+ level in Baderne (Vauchignon). There are also some nice routes of level 4a 5a and a lot of nice routes of 5a 5c well assured. Topo guide on sale at the Tourist Office.

If there is a dance school in Dijon where the choice of courses is wide, it is in Dijon Danse! Salsa, bachata, kizomba, rock, country, oriental dance, ragga, kuduro, hip hop, west coast Swing, Argentinian tango, waltz, paso, street jazz, African jam, world dances… And each of these dances is taught by a specialist or specialist! Courses take place every day, for all the public (some slots are reserved for children). The school also provides relaxation, meditation, bocage, yoga, but also shiatsu, qi gong and do in. In summer, dance does not take a vacation since internships are organised for beginners every week at very affordable rates, but attention, places are limited so please book. Don't miss the offers on the site either.

La Fabrique atelier d'effervescence artistique is an artistic creation and research center located in Missery. La Fabrique is a workshop for theatrical productions and a crossroads for various art forms, including music, images and the visual arts. La Fabrique is where Compagnie l'Eygurande builds its shows and maintains links with the public. Its aim is to shed light on the questions that challenge our humanity, and to open up new perspectives on our contemporary lives. The venue is open to the public and also hosts cultural events such as concerts, festivals, exhibitions and shows for young audiences.

Dijon is a dynamic city offering a wide range of activities for writing enthusiasts. The Association Mon Club d'Écriture organizes workshops led by Nina Boulehouat from Ateliers du Cri de la Plume. Take this opportunity to let your imagination run wild and explore the power of words. Whether you want to tell a story, express your feelings or share your dreams, these workshops are the perfect opportunity to develop your talent as a writer. Don't hesitate to sign up and join Dijon's community of writing enthusiasts.

Dijon offers many opportunities for photography enthusiasts. Classes are taught by Frédéric Coignot, an experienced photographer. Level 1 courses are designed for beginners or those wishing to review the basics of photography. They cover topics such as camera operation, speed and movement, aperture and depth of field, and image composition. Level 2 courses are designed for amateurs who want to go further and exploit the advanced functions of their camera. Specific 6-hour courses are also offered, such as street photography, macro photography and an introduction to the black and white laboratory. Courses are given in small groups of a maximum of 8 people and last 3 hours, except for specific courses which last 6 hours.