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About Dijon

Dijon in central France was at one time one of the richest and most culturally important cities in the whole of Europe. A place where arts were elevated to the highest levels by the Dukes of Burgundy and where vast wealth was accumulated from the agriculture and wine making that went on in the surrounding region. These days, the city is a renowned tourist centre that attracts visitors from all over Europe to see the churches, unique architecture, and cultural landmarks that make Dijon special. Thanks to its location in the heart of the French Wine Making country, Dijon is also a popular place for people wanting to take a driving tour of the region to see the sights.

One of the key elements of Dijon architecture is in the way the roofs of important buildings have been created. The local style is to employ yellow, black and green tiles on the roof which are arranged into striking patterns that can be seen across the city. The Ducal Palace in Dijon is the main repository of art and sculpture in the town, and the museum there will take at least a full day to explore if you want to get the most out of your visit.

If you book car hire in Dijon and leave the city behind for a few days, there are many things that you can do in order to enjoy yourself. Perhaps the thing that the Burgundy region is best known for is wine. If you head west out of Dijon for about 30 minutes, you will find yourself in the La Montagne region. Here the rolling hills are carpeted with vineyards which will normally offer you the opportunity to taste a few of the latest wines, as well as offering rustic dining.

If you travel to the Burgundy region during late summer, you might be able to spend a day working on a vineyard either picking grapes or alternatively stomping the wine.

South of Dijon in Chaudenay lies a small national woodland area that is popular for camping in the summer and also boasts a water sports lake and hiking trails.