Dijon Delights
Wednesday afternoon has been set aside for the new Showlight Workshops
and for free time for delegates. For those who would like to explore the many sights and attractions of Dijon, there are plenty of things to discover within walking distance or a short train ride of the city centre.
Check out the Dijon Tourist Office
for a variety of historical and gastronomic tours – either self-guided tours or professional - but here’s a few ideas for starters . . .
Art & History:
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Beaux Arts MuseumList Item 1
The Musée des Beaux-Arts is located the former palace of the Dukes and States of Burgundy and houses the biggest art collection outside of Paris.
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Archeological MuseumList Item 2
The Musée Archéologique preserves evidence of human presence in Burgundy from prehistoric times to the Middle Ages, within the heart of the stunning architecture of the former Benedictine abbey of Saint-Bénigne. Once the biggest monastery in France, it houses one of the best examples of pre-romanesque architecture in the c.1000 Scriptorium and 13th century monks dormitory.
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Museum of Burgundian LifeList Item 3
An insight into the heart of the province, displaying a wealth of exhibits all of which are on display in a true-to-life context. Life-size shops which used to be located in the streets of Dijon have been faithfully reconstituted - among them a chemist's, a grocer's, a butcher's, a clockmaker's and more... Visitors can't miss the special section devoted to the history of mustard!
Food & Drink:
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Les HallesList Item 1
This listed, 19th century covered market was inspired by the plans proposed by the Eiffel company and built between 1873 to 1875. Market days are Tuesday (small), Friday and Saturday.
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International City of Gastronomy and WineList Item 3
The International City of Gastronomy and Wine in Dijon offers a blend of heritage preservation and architectural modernity and offers local artisans an opportunity to promote local products and share their tastes and know-how.
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Bespoke Wine Tours
Alternatively, for a small fee, delegates can organise their own small group Wine Tours with Bourgogne Authentique.
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Mustard TastingList Item 2
Guided by the master mustard makers, you’ll be tasting some mustards with rather original flavours. Find out about our unique mustard concept served fresh from a pump and our one of a kind truffle mustards.
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Cassis Bar
Boutique Védrenne offers mostly regional products including a syryp bar where you can taste the different liqueurs, including the famous Cassis.
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Carbillet Chocolatier
Pastries that express harmonious flavours and textures, superb chocolates, not to mention the large choice of icecreams and sherbets… superb delicacies featured differently according to the season.
Outside Dijon:
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BeauneList Item 1
The wine capital of Burgundy; wine tours and tastings, 15th century hospital - 20 min train ride from Dijon.
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Chateauneuf en AuxoisList Item 2
Ancient walled city with moat and drawbridge - 45 min drive from Dijon.
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TournusList Item 3
Ancient monastic city with picturesque streets - 1 hour from Dijon by train or car.
