Events calendar Saône-Et-Loire

On a few summer evenings, as night falls, the ancient Roman theater swarms with hundreds of volunteers for a grandiose re-enactment of the historic high points of the Gallo-Roman city of Augustodunum. A festival of special effects, fabulous sets, costumes and pyrotechnics to take you back in time, from the Middle Ages to the Roman Empire. This year, "Les Portes du temps" will be performed for the last time, before a new creation in 2025.

A living exhibition on 15 hectares of more than 150 species of animals, for this it is necessary to leave Louhans by the D21. In the heart of La Bresse, this farm invites you to discover poultry, goats, sheep... or even llamas, species that are sometimes very rare when it comes to old breeds. Some animals are available for sale. A bar, regional products and children's games complete this animal park. Finally, do not miss the 200 m2 agricultural museum, where you can admire a collection of old tools and agricultural equipment that were once used in the farms of La Bresse.

The Blue Lane is a cycling and pedestrian path along the Saône, between Mâcon and Tournus. It integrates into the Eurovélo 6 route, which crosses West France and is then joined to join the Black Sea. For the moment, you can be satisfied with the 6 kilometers between Mâcon de Sancé and the old Halfway Road. Once you arrive in Sancé, you can choose to go quietly on Mâcon, or continue over twenty kilometers from Tournus.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 6 km.

Difficulty: easy.

Since 1938, at the initiative of the Confrérie des Chevaliers de Tastevin, a village of Burgundy vineyards has been receiving, every year, the rotating festival of Saint Vincent and hosting the gathering of all the brotherhoods or fraternal societies of the region. On January 26 and 27, 2019, Vézelay will organize the rotating Saint Vincent. The 80 statues of the societies of Saint Vincent will cross the climates and the streets during the parades. Small reminder: On January 22, the day of Saint Vincent generally corresponds to a period of transition between the state of hibernation of the vine and the return of the vegetation. In the past, they said: «At Saint Vincent, winter is going or resumes». Is this why the winemakers made Vincent their patron saint? Is it because in Vincent there is "vin"? It is a mystery…

At this celebration, the village of Vézelay located in Yonne honours its recognition in AOC 'Vézelay Village' which replaces the name Burgundy. The red and white wines of Vézelien will be tasted in a dozen cellars.

As every year, the winegrowers of the AOC Maranges organize their festival. 23 winegrowers will be there. Animations, hikes to discover the Cabotes, tastings and catering to discover the wines of the winegrowers of Cheilly-les-Maranges, Dezize-les-Maranges and Sampigny-les-Maranges, which are listed in the Côte de Beaune and therefore belong to the territory of the Climats de Bourgogne, which are listed as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO!

During each school vacation period, the castle of Sully is transformed into a fairy tale world and amazes children with its show trips. The actor Thomas Volatier is reincarnated as a colorful character and gives life to the different rooms of the castle during an imaginary story: "Sully Carnavalesque", "Sully en Sucre", "Sully joue sa comédie" or "Frissons À Sully" will punctuate the year 2023. Adults are not left out since in summer and for Halloween, shows are dedicated to them! Let's go for it as a family.

Every summer, from the Fête de la Musique until the end of August, the Esplanade Lamartine becomes the place to be for two months. Several thousands of spectators gather to applaud numerous regional, national and international artists. Free concerts for all audiences. But L'Été Frappé is also open-air movies, and different events for jazz and classical music lovers. Program on the website of the city hall.

From the medieval city, this 14-kilometer loop can be made in ATV or on foot. You will need a little force on the calves to climb up to the peak of the ridges, because the gradient is steep, but the view obtained from the top of the Four Winds is worth it. This trail is mainly in the forest, on marked trails. You will notice in particular the presence of crosses indicating that you have just entered the old non-aggression zone surrounding the abbey to protect the monks.

Tariff: free.

Duration: 2 h.

Difficulty: difficult.

Chalon-sur-Saône is at the crossroads of many cycling paths. In the north, a Green Lane joins Chagny and Santenay, while in the south a second Green Lane joins Cluny. Also accessible to hikers, these itineraries are flat and secure. If you only have one hour, you can settle for the segment between Chalon-sur-Saône and Givry, 10 kilometres long. The path crosses the fields and vineyards that have made the international reputation of the region and leads to this municipality to the rich historical heritage, where you can turn half or continue towards the south.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 10 km.

Difficulty: .

This 12 km green lane offers you to discover the typical landscapes of Southern Burgundy. Between green fields and Romanesque buildings, the Brionnais is available to you. The trail winds in the green without ever straying from the Loire. Accessible for hikers and cyclists, this easy route can be done in both directions.

Tariff: free.

Distance: 12 km.

Difficulty: .

In the heart of the Bresse region, Louhans and its now-famous "Les Nuits bressanes" festival have established themselves, over the last ten years, as one of the highlights of France's summer music calendar. Big names such as Johnny Hallyday, Alain Souchon, Laurent Voulzy, Kendji Girac, Francis Cabrel and Calogero have all performed here. And every time, they've opened for young local talent. Slimane and Pascal Obispo on July 5, and Calogero and Grand Corps Malade the following evening, are scheduled to perform at the Bram stadium.

Every year since 1982, the hurdy-gurdy resounds in Anost. Organized by the Union of the Groups and Ménétriers of Morvan with the support of the municipality of Anost, the festival welcomes thousands of spectators who come to listen to hundreds of musicians. The whole village mobilizes to share a convivial moment that honors traditional music and this musical instrument with keys and strings that is the hurdy-gurdy. Everywhere in the streets, music and dance make the city vibrate.

As part of the wine marathon of the Chalonnaise coast, a Nordic march accessible to all will be organised in the Vaux Valley and through vineyards.

Tariff: 5 € per person.

Distance: 8 km.

Departure: departure from 12 pm - last departure at 16 pm.

Difficulty: .

Solicited some thirty years ago by a group of fifteen people for a crayfish dinner, René and Catherine Fortin decided to cook some not for fifteen, but for the whole village! The tradition has remained: every first weekend of August, it is the crayfish festival in Anost. In their restaurant La Galvache, they offer two crayfish-based menus and American-style crayfish, in sauce, to take away. A popular meeting place for regulars, it also attracts many curious people. We come there without hesitation!

Created in 1987, the Chalon dans la rue festival is the second largest street arts festival in France (after Aurillac). For 4 days, no fewer than 150 French and international companies set the pace in the city, whose population is growing by leaps and bounds. Dance, circus, music, theater: there's something for everyone. You can stroll through the 1,000 or so performances, but it's best to make up a precise schedule of shows, usually free or by the hat.

2024 will see the ^6th edition of the Millésime Auto exhibition, a gathering of exceptional cars on the banks of the Doubs. Organized by the Rotary Club of Chalon-sur-Saône and the Saône Doubs Bresse tourist office, this charity event offers the opportunity to admire magnificent vintage vehicles: cars, motorcycles, trucks, tractors... Throughout the day, you can stroll among the cars, bargain for collectors' items at the vintage market, nibble at the foodtruck and enjoy the many activities!

"Mirror of the Prince - The Golden Age of Patronage in Autun (1425-1510)"

Following previous exhibitions such as Bologna and the Autun pontifical in 2012, From Goya to Delacroix, the artistic relations of the Guillemardet family in 2014 and Eve or the mad temptation in 2017, the Rolin Museum continues its exceptional collaboration with the Louvre Museum in order to prepare a new exhibition dedicated to the flamboyant artistic patronage of great Autun families of the late Middle Ages. Thanks to this collaboration, some beautiful works are on loan and can be presented in this temporary exhibition. The Prince's Mirror highlights the artistic commissions of the high dignitaries of the time, in the wake of Dukes Philip the Bold, John the Fearless, Philip the Good and Charles the Bold. Within the framework of the exceptional partnership with the Louvre Museum, sculptures, art objects and paintings will soon be on display at the Rolin Museum in Autun, but also in Chalon-sur-Saône at the Denon Museum.

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