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EXPLORE BURGUNDY-FRANCHE-COMTÉ
- P R E Events
S S PA C 2019
K 2019 -
Culture Lots of events to discover all year round Music Classical concerts, urban music or even jazz festivals on the menu... Food & Wine Events not to be missed, that make the region famous Sport For sport lovers
The disappearance of Lamartine Gustave Courbet
150 years 200 years, 10th June 2019
Various events are due to take place
Born in Mâcon, Alphonse de Lamartine discovered throughout the year in tribute to Gus-
his poetic soul in Saône-et-Loire. tave Courbet. Including these exhibitions:
9th and 23rd June « Courbet’s drawings »
A guided discovery of the Mâconnais in From 15th February to 29th April, The Courbet
the footsteps of Lamartine, and of the new Museum
« Lamartine » space at the Ursulines Museum in Mâcon. This exhibition approaches the art of Gustave
Courbet in a new way and lifts the veil on an
unknown facet of the painter’s artistic work.
Every other Saturday from April onwards
Guided visits to explore Mâcon through the eyes of Yan Pei-Ming faces Courbet
Alphonse de Lamartine. From 10th June to 30th September, The Courbet
Museum
From 28th February to 12th July This exhibition will aim to interpret the mul-
Temporary exhibition « Keeping the memory alive: tiple artistic connections between these two
commemorations for Alphonse de Lamartine from painters separated by some six generations.
the XIX Century to the present day ». Presented at
the Ursulines Museum in Mâcon, this event will Courbet-Hodler
From 30th October 2019 to 3rd January 2020,
round off the space devoted to the poet by bringing
The Courbet Museum
together evidence of his career as a writer and pu- The exhibition that brings the Bicentenary to a close
blic figure. It will also touch upon the many tributes showcases two great painters and two consecutive
given by the town of Mâcon to this public servant. generations that illustrate the aesthetic changes
in the story of European art during the XIX Century.
More information at:
www.macon-tourism.com/fr For the full programme go to:
www.musee-courbet.fr
The basilica of Saint-Andoche Woodstock Saint-Philibert Abbey
Saulieu 50 years Tournus
900 years 1000 years
At the Royal Salt Works of Arc-et-
To mark this anniversary, a digital gal- Senans, celebrations to mark the Visitors flock in their thousands eve-
lery will be opened in order to pre- 50th anniversary of Woodstock ry year for the simple reason that
sent the basilica’s 60 perfectly preser- will feature the following events: the abbey church of Saint-Philibert
ved yet not easily-accessible capitals. in Tournus has remained intact!
Woodstock Spirit 1969-2019 Psyche-
Key dates: delic Expo. It was in order to flee the Norman
From 8th June to 31st August invaders that its builders, the monks
Saturday 4th May: The opening of of Noirmoutier, left their island
the digital gallery and the start of « Flower Power» #9 Garden Festival home. Lucky chance brought them
the festivities. From 8th June to 21st October to Tournus, on the banks of the Ri-
ver Saône, where they built the
Every Saturday from 8th June to abbey that would house the relics
10th August 2019: concerts of organ « Woodstock Electro » Festival of their founding saint; Philibert.
music From 16th to 18th August
The abbey church is current-
Saturday 6th July ly bidding for UNESCO World
At 10pm: the son et lumière show www.salineroyale.com Heritage status and is a mas-
«The dream of Charlemagne» terpiece of Romanesque art.
Illuminated by its pink and ochre
Saturday 21st September La Paulée Festival in the Côte stone, the abbey, which was
Feast of Saint-Andoche with pilgri- Chalonnaise consecrated in 1019, lends it-
mage trail and musical entertain- 20 ans self perfectly to celebrating one
ments. thousand years that it wears very
From 18th to 20th October lightly indeed. The commemo-
More information at: rations promise to be brimming
www.saulieu.fr/basilique-saint-andoche A festive and popular ambiance reigns with festivities…Save the date!
at this unmissable event in Chalon-sur-
Saône, a tradition that celebrates the www.tournus-tourisme.com
end of the grape harvest and the work of
the wine producers. Processions through
the streets of the town will be especially
joyful to mark 20 years of this festival!
www.paulee-cote-chalonnaise.fr
Agenda 2019
February
The Percée du Vin Jaune #22 La Transjurassienne Festi’folies
2nd & 3rd February, Poligny 9th and 10th February, Massif du Jura From 22nd to 24th February, Gray
Share and discover this unique and fes- The biggest rendezvous for cross-country A festival full of laughter, ma-
tive experience based on yellow wine that skiing in France is hosting its 40th edi- gic, zany antics and surprises.
provides an opportunity for the wine pro- tion. The world of cross-country skiing will www.gray.fr
ducers of the Jura to let the public sample descend on Lamoura in perfect convivia-
their product at a different village every year. lity to focus on one goal: giving their all. The Chalon Carnival
www.latransju.com/en
www.percee-du-vin-jaune.com From 22nd February to 3rd March, Châlon
Festival « A Pas Contés » sur Saône
International festival of Asian Cinema From 9th to 22nd February, Chenôve
From 5th to 12th February, Vesoul This Carnival is celebrated just before Lent
An international festival devoted to the and finishes on the day of Mardi Gras. On
Every year, the festival invites presti- coming together of live performance, the the programme: bands, parade of giant fi-
gious directors to present to the public arts and members of the public of all ages. gures, etc. Everything kicks off with the ar-
some rare films that correspond with This festive and colourful break during the rival of the float of the Carnival King, seven
the vocation of the festival: to seek out month of February is enough to make you metres high, followed by the King of the
and preserve cinematographic heritage. forget the cold…for the time being at least. Gôniots and other huge decorated floats.
www.apascontes.fr
www.cinemas-asie.com www.carnavaldechalon.com
The Solstice de la Marionnette Festival
Festival GénériQ From 15th to 26th February Ski Alpin - Ladies Night Tour
From 7th to 10th February Théâtre de Marionnettes, Belfort 26th February, Metabief
Burgundy Franche-Comté and Alsace
In 2019, the festival will host 10 com- For the very first time, the ski resort of Méta-
This musical rendez-vous lets you stay in panies, featuring 31 performances (table bief will host the 4th stage of the Ladies Night
touch with all the latest discoveries when puppets, puppet shows, theatre of objects, Tour with a nocturnal parallel slalom race.
it comes to rock, electro, folk, hip-hop... paper puppets...) during the winter holidays. smco.over-blog.com
In short, the entire current music scene. www.marionnette-belfort.com
www.generiq-festival.com
The Dogs Sled Race
16th & 17th February
Site de Haute-Joux, Les Fourgs.
The French dog sled championships
feature races between 4.5km and
24km. A real spectacle is guaranteed.
www.leclubamarok.com
March April
« La Nièvre meets Ireland» The Nuits- Saint-Georges wine auction International festival of the Detective Grand Siècle Week-end
Festival half-marathon movie 13th and 14th April, Besançon
From 1st to 17th March, Nièvre 9th March Clos de Vougeot From 3th to 7th April, Cap’Cinéma Beaune
This festival pays tribute to a city Workshops, live performances and many more
Irish culture gate-crashes the Nièvre A festive race that brings to-
for the very first time. Shows, concerts, gether 3,000 keen runners. for its influence and mythologi- surprises are in store to help visitors discover
exhibitions...so many entertaining www.semi-nuits-st-georges.com cal dimension within the police genre. the inventiveness of this era. As they stroll
events that allow you to explore Ire- www.beaunefestivalpolicier.com around, young and old alike will be able to try
land without needing to hop on a flight. Crémant & Tape Chaudrons Festival their hand at the different activities available.
www.festival-nievre-irlande.com 16th March, Châtillon sur Seine Les Soufflaculs
6th April, Haut-Jura Saint-Claude www.citadelle.com
Salon « Made in Chez Nous » The opportunity to discover a vineyard with
White tops and confetti will clash in the streets The Salon des Vins wine Fair
2nd & 3rd Mars, Sochaux a strong personality and the many facets
of the town. On this occasion, floats will parade From 26th to 28th April, Mâcon
of Crémant Châtillonnais, a glass in hand.
alongside bands and other entertainments...
Promoting the savoir-faire of the partners www.cotedor-tourisme.com
www.saint-claude-haut-jura.com
involved in this exclusive label from the Established in 1954 by wine producers and
department, featuring three main the- The Pupitre en liberté #5 Festival traders, the Grands Vins de France Competi-
mes: industry, artisan crafts and gastro- 6th and 7th April, Dole tion is one of the oldest and most well-re-
nomy. Brought to you by the Aventure
Peugeot Museum and Doubs Tourism. nowned in France. 10,000 wines from all
With more than twenty or so free concerts
www.paysdemontbeliard-tourisme.com across town, this is a lovely way to explore over the country are sampled by 2,000 tas-
the sites of Dole that are brimming with ters from across the globe. Astonishing!
Festival of Cinema and Animation history as you listen to classical master- www.salon-des-vins.fr
From 26th to 31 March, Pontarlier pieces performed by professional musicians.
www.hellodole.fr
The Salon Fluvial Fair
Screenings of animated films in all their
formats and featuring every technique: The Festival Image Nature Animalière Les 27 et 28 avril, Saint-Jean-de-Loire
cartoons, stop motion, computer gene- From 12nd to 14th April, Saint-Claude
rated pictures, cut-out animation, etc An essential rendezvous focusing on ri-
www.ccjb.fr The largest festival in the Jura and in Franche vers and their environment, this event
Comté, FINA’s ambition is to become an
international event that brings people to- provides a meeting place for profes-
Le Marché aux Puces, Belfort
gether, the annual rendezvous for nature sionals, enthusiasts and visitors alike.
From March to December, every first Sun-
day of each month. www.belfort-tourisme.com lovers and photographic professionals. www.le-salon-fluvial-.fr
www.fina-hautjura.fr
May
Festival de Caves Theatre in May Bourgogne Tribal Show #4
From 10th May to 28th June, Besançon SAVE THE DATE: From 23rd May to 2nd June, Dijon From 30th May to 2nd June, Cluny
Réouverture du Musée des Beaux-Arts
Born in Besançon, the Festival de Caves now On 17th May 2019, Dijon A real highlight devoted to young creatives, it is In a countryside setting, Cluny offers its pu-
covers the wider region: Lons-le-Saunier, the essential rendezvous of the French theatre blic an experience that is resolutely diffe-
Baume-les-Dames, Salins-les-Bains, Flavi- scene. To mark this anniversary year, Sté- rent based around art works drawn from
gny-sur-Ozerain, Dijon,Arbois.... It promises the
The museum reopens its doors phane Braunschweig will curate the festival. Africa, Asia, Oceania and the Americas.
chance to share in a unique experience, where following renovation works that www.tdb-cdn.com www.cluny-tourisme.com
the watchwords are intimacy and conviviality! lasted for over 10 years, with
www.festivaldecaves.fr a fully restored main building, Salon HELAUTO #1 The Journées Gourmandes #30
an expanded exhibition area From 24th to 27th May, Dolexpo From 30th May to 2nd June, Saulieu
Trail des Forts and a redesigned visitor trail.
11th and 12th May, Besançon www.musees.dijon.fr The 1st edition of a fair that is entirely dedi- On the programme: culinary competitions and
cated to the world of vehicles of every type. demonstrations, musical entertainment, stands
Harmoniously blending nature and heri- www.dolexpo.fr featuring local producers and a guest of honour.
tage, the Trail des Forts offers three trails www.journeesgourmandessaulieu.com
that stand out thanks to their technical Les apéritifs de la Tour Mâcon Wine Note
nature and the opportunity they offer to From 17th May to 2nd November, Dijon 24th and 25th May, Macon Musicancy
escape into history among the fortifica- De mai à septembre, Château d’Ancy-le-Franc
tions listed as World Heritage by UNESCO. Soirees with aperitifs served on the A great big pop-up wine bar will set up home on
www.traildesforts.com terrace of Philippe Le Bon Tower. the banks of the River Saône and offer concerts, This festival instigated in 2003 involves a
www.destinationdijon.com as well as a discovery space for the wines of unique concept in a classy setting: the châ-
The Grands Crus Marathon the Mâconnais and products of the terroir. teau of Ancy-le-Franc. On the programme:
On 12nd May, Route des Grands Crus, Dijon Fête de la Loire www.destination-saone-et-loire.fr a visit to the château followed by a one-off
18th & 19th May, Nevers concert. Creative flair and improvisation also
The Roller Marathon of Dijon heads out onto Triathlon de Belfort fit into the programme whenever possible.
A multitude of concerts, entertainments and 25th & 26th May, Belfort www.musicancy.org
workshops all along the banks of the Quai
The Burgundy-Franche-Comté Grands des Mariniers in a festive ambiance! In the heart of an exceptional natural set- Les Jeudis Vin
Crus Festival www.nevers.fr
ting, between the Malsaucy Peninsula and From 30 May to 10th October, Dijon
the Ballon d’Alsace, the Belfort Triathlon
From May to October, Cluny Noyers/ promises to be an event that combines Every Thursday, tastings of Burgundy wines
Serein,Gevrey-Chambertin, Meursault, Trail Walker Oxfam France sport and a respect for the environment. take place in some truly divine venues
Chablis, Morvillars 18th & 19th May, Avallon across Dijon. Heritage, culture and wine.
www.belfort-tourisme.com
www.destinationdijon.com
This festival is made up of a multi- This is the biggest charity sporting
tude of musical and wine appreciation Festival Rolling Saône
challenge for teams worldwide. Teams of From 30th to 1st June, Gray The Regional Arts and Crafts Fair
offerings. Baroque music, classical, four walk 100 km through the landscape From 30th May to 2nd June, Tournus
world music, Jazz, orchestral, choirs... of the Morvan Regional nature reserve
But also tastings with commentary, vi- The philosophy of the festival is to al-
within 30 hours to raise money to support low regional artists to showcase This features more than 50 professionals
sits to the vineyards, conferences, din- people living in poverty around the world. that create, restore and craft unique and
ner with the artists, dinner concerts… their music through an eclectic pro-
www.oxfamtrailwalker.fr/en gramme that features some big names. exceptional pieces that sit at the cross-
www.musicalgrandscrus-bourgogne.fr
www.rolling-saone.com roads of art, design and functionality.
June
Le Brunch des Halles The Ascent of Mont Poupet #35 Biodiversity Weekend Catalpa festival
From June to September, Les Halles de Dijon 8th & 9th June, Salins-Les-Bains From 8th to 10th June, Citadelle de From 28th to 30th June
Besançon
Every Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., a delicious All runners are invited to tackle the ascent of the Free concerts for a record attendance.
brunch prepared by a chef restaurateur from legendaryMont Poupet along the roads or the trails. During this festive and scientific 35.000 persons, during 3 days, dan-
weekend, the Museum of Besançon cing in front of the big stage settled in
the area provides a bite to eat and something www.montee-poupet.eu
offers a rendezvous for the public to the middle of the Parc de l’Arbre-Sec..
to drink at the market’s refreshment bar. explore local and global biodiversity. www.lesilex.fr/catalpafestival
www.bhd.otdijon.com The Illuminations of Sens & the Géant des This year, the birds of the local area
Lumières and of Asia will take pride of place. Festival Musique & Vin
Coupes Moto Légende From 7 June to 14th September, Sens www.citadelle.com/fr From 22th to 30th June, Clos Vougeot
1st and 2nd June, Circuit Dijon-Prenois
Illuminations at the first The 24h of Time An alliance between international ar-
The largest motorbikes meeting in Europe. Gothic cathedral in France. 23th & 24th June, Besançon tists and local wine producers from
www.coupes-moto-legende.fr www.tourisme-sens.com Burgundy offers an audio and gourmet
For a whole weekend, the 24h of double-discovery to the general public.
Festival des Jardins (Gardens Festival) Cirque et Fanfares #7 Festival Time festival celebrates clock ma-
From 1st June to 20th October 8th and 9th June, Dole king! Clock brands, teaching centres, Encounters & Roots #30 Festival
Saline Royale salt works, Arc-et-Senans designers, cultural centres as well From 28th to 30th June, site Japy à
Around 50,000 festival goers are expected as private partners will rub shoul- Audincourt
The gardens for this year’s edition will be for 2018, which promises to a memorable ders and entertain the public.
inspired by the Green Cities of Luc Schuiten, edition of what is becoming a must on the www.les24hdutemps.fr Une programmation variée et éclectique
creating a world in the heart of the Saline that Burgundy-Franche-Comté cultural scene. On qui met à l’honneur les musiques du
is as close as possible to the one that Claude the various stages, a succession of bands La Tram’jurassienne #30 monde et la musique actuelle. Un fes-
Nicolas Ledoux would have dreamed of. will show off their art and teach the pu- Les 29 et 30 juin, Champagnole tival aux couleurs des cinq continents.
www.festivaldesjardins.eu blic about a wide variety of musical styles www.rencontresetracines.audincourt.fr
www.cirqueetfanfaresadole.com By bike or by foot, these paths fol-
FIMU (International University Music low the former railway line of the 1st
Festival) Montgolfiades electric tramway that linked Champa- NOUVEAUTÉ :
From 6th to 10th June, Belfort 8th and 9th June, Châlon-Sur-Saône gnole to Foncine le Haut until 1950. Le Festival Grandes Heures
www.tramjurassienne.com Nature de Besançon
The International Festival of University Mu- This huge festival celebrates hot-air balloons From 13th to 16th June, Micropolis
sic brings together the aspirations of nearly and of course wine, attracting around fifty bal- Le Bien Urbain #9
loons from all over European during Pentecost During June, Besançon This unique Festival is 100% de-
2,500 musicians and choristers over three
weekend, making for a helluva hulla-balloon! dicated to outdoor activities.
days so that they can present and show www . montgolfiades 71. com
off their skills. The city of Belfort provides Now created in conjunction with an ar- www.grandes-heures-nature.fr
the privileged setting for this gathering. tist, Le Bien Urbain hosts around fifteen
Le Pardon des Mariniers international artists in Besançon every
www.fimu.com
Date à venir , Saint-Jean-de-Losne year (mural paintings, art installations,
www.cotedor-tourisme.com multimedia creations…) for a moment
of creativity that lasts about one month.
www.bien-urbain.fr/enJuly
Fête de l’Absinthe Les Eurockéennes Theater night visits of the Citadelle Châlon dans la Rue
Mid-July, Pontarlier From 5th to 8th July, Malsaucy Peninsula 18th July / 10th August, Thursdays to From 24th to 28th July, Châlon-sur-Saône
Saturdays
In the middle of summer, the Absinthe Real sanctuary of the rock music for 30 A festival using the streets as a playground.
Festival provides a popular and festive years, Eurockeennes of Belfort is one Every summer, a theater compagny is invited During Chalon dans la rue, all the town’s
rendezvous. Enjoyed by all, this event re- to create a new walking tour so that vistors a stage with over 350,000 onlookers be-
of the most known outdoor festivals in
minds us that this iconic plant is part can discover the citadelle under a quirky angle. coming actors and protagonists in the
and parcel of the heritage of Pontarlier. France. Every year, thousands of people
come to applaud artists of any horizons. www.citadelle.com/fr festival. There’s plenty of fun and poetry
www.ville-pontarlier.org
www.eurockeennes.fr/en throughout this 5-day popular festival.
Festival Musique et Mémoire www.chalondanslarue.com
Garçon la Note
1st July to 31st August, in the region Horse Races From 19th July to 4th August, Faucogney-et-
7th July, Vitteaux la- Mer, Pays des Mille Etangs Festival de la Paille
All over the region, these free concerts take 26th & 27th July, Métabief
place at terraces of bars and restaurants. Two sessions of 8 gallop and trot races A rendezvous for lovers of baroque music,
www.garcon-la-note.com the Musique et Mémoire Festival is unique This essential rendezvous of Franche-Com-
take place every year in this unique ra-
cetrack of Côte-d’Or. More than 1 500 in its genre and hosts the biggest names in té offers a programme ranging from rock to
Les Z’accros d’ma Rue ancient music in the grandiose setting of the French pop and touching on reggae and elec-
From 1st to 7th July, Nièvre spectators take a chance to win the bets.
www.terres-auxois.com Pays des Milles Étangs. www.musetmemoire.com tro. The Festival de la Paille offers an auda-
This festival has been held for the past se- Festival Idéklic cious panorama of today’s musical landscape !
Du 10 au 13 juillet, Moirans en Montagne Lux Salina #4 www.festivalpaille.fr
veral years, springing surprises on specta-
tors in an atmosphere of fun. Nothing makes From 19th July to 10th August, Saline Royale
sense and everything takes you aback! Over Idéklic est un festival où l’enfant est à la d’Arc et Senans Festival des Nuits de Joux #46
200 performances take place every year. fois acteur, spectateur, expérimentateur End of July to mid-august, Pontarlier
www.zaccros.org et créateur avec la programmation de 33 Every Friday and Saturday, dinner at the
spectacles et 50 représentations dans les salt works is followed by a show filled The Château de Joux and its thousand years
Jazz à Couches with images, sounds and light. This event of history provide the backdrop for the fes-
rues, dans les jardins, en pleine nature...
Du 03 au 06 juillet retraces the different periods of his- tival. Local professional and amateur artists
www..ideklic.fr
tory and daily life at the Saline Royale come together for these theatre productions.
Depuis plus de 30 ans, le festival Jazz à
The Pluralies Festival from the XVIII Century to present day. www.lesnuitsdejoux.fr
Couches est le rendez-vous incontournable
des fan de Jazz et de musiques improvisées. From 17th to 20th July, Luxeuil-Les-Bains www.salineroyale.com
www.jazzacouches.fr Les Nuits Maillotines
This festival places three major themes Championnat d’Europe Marathon Canoë Les 13, 20, et 26 juillet
at the heart of its identity: a sophisti- Kayak & les 03, 10, 17 et 23 août
LE TOUR DE FRANCE DANS LA RÉGION : cated artistic programme, the architectu- Du 22 au 28 juillet, Decize
ral heritage of de Luxeuil and conviviality. www.ville-decize.fr These night walks in Joigny following come-
11.07: Arrivée à la Planche des Belles Filles www.pluralies.net dians, musicians and a guide, take the public
12.07: Belfort, Châlon-surSaône back to the 17th C. These shows are extremely
13.07: Macon, St Etienne popular: Around 200 people every evening!
www.letour.fr www.joigny-tourisme.comAugust
Beaune International Festival of Nuits Cajun #25 Fete de la Vielle Festival Street Art on the Roc
Baroque Opera From 2nd to 5th August, Saulieu From 16th to 18th August, Anost From 18th to 25th August, Villars-Fontaine
From 6th to 29th July, Beaune
Among the events you really must attend, the
One of its kind in Europe, this Cajun Nights 4-day Hurdy-Gurdy Festival has carved out a Street artists, plastic artists and sculptors all
The Beaune International Festival of Ba- festival held in Saulieu in the Morvan region take over La Karrière and create their works
place of its own among the biggest festivals
roque Opera is one of the most prestigious features music, dancing, films, and gastronomy. of traditional music and dancing. Anost re- live. It provides an opportunity to see their
festivals of baroque music in Europe. Ope- sounds to the sweet sounds of bagpipes, vio-
www.bayouprod.com works evolve, speak to them and to come
ras, religious concerts, instrumental concerts lins, accordions and of course the hurdy-gurdy.
and recitals are performed in classy ve- and go as you keep an eye on their progress.
www.ugmm.org
nues such as the Collégiale Notre-Dame. Roman Days of Autun www.villart.fr/actu
www.festivalbeaune.com/en
3rd & 4th August, Autun La Fête du Charolais
From 16th to 18th August, Saulieu Augustodunum : Between Shadow and
During 2 days, Autun becomes Augusto-
Spectacle historique de Saint Fargeau dunum and offers a dive into the daily life Light
From 6th July to 24th August This contest of high-quality animals for slaugh- 31st July, 2nd,3rd, 7th 9th and 10th August,
of the ancient city. Perfect to discover the ter attracts hundreds of producers with a pro-
Every summer, on Fridays and Saturdays. Gallo-Roman civilization in its diversity. gramme that features equestrian and avian Autun
www.leg8.fr/journées-romaines
competitions, a tasting of Charolaise meat,
Every summer, on Fridays and Saturdays, equestrian and folkloric entertainments, etc. A major son et lumière show at the an-
the Chateau de Saint-Fargeau stages Horse Races www.saulieu.fr cient theatre of Autun that recreates
one of the biggest historical shows in 4th August, Vitteaux the construction of Augustodunum
Europe in its ‘parc anglais’. For an hour Blues en Loire
From 17th to 24th August, Charité sur Loire on a 400m² giant screen, featuring
and a half, over 600 actors and 60 ri- Two sessions of 8 gallop and trot races
ders re-enact a thousand years of history. a light show and nearly 300 actors
take place every year in this unique ra- A colourful festival that invites perfor- www.augustodunum.fr
www.chateau-de-st-fargeau.com cetrack of Côte-d’Or. More than 1 500 mers from all over the world to play their
spectators take a chance to win the bets. «blue notes» against the stunning back- Les Musicales en Auxois
www.terres-auxois.com drop of La Charité-sur-Loire, wrapping
the summer up with wonderful music. Début Août
www.bluesenloire.com
No Logo Festival
Throughout the first fortnight of Au-
From 9th to 11th August, Fraisans, Jura Rencontres Musicales de Vézelay gust, the heart of Burgundy sways to the
From 22nd to 25th August, Vézelay rhythm of the ‘Musicales en Auxois’. A
No Logo is a natural and ethical festival,born out
10 concerts all striving for excellence, in the festival that is vibrant with colour, blen-
of an independent initiative, which advocates
magical setting of the basilica, as well as in ding opera with the discovery of the re-
free thinking and collective consciousness.
Avallon, Asquins and Saint-Père-sous-Vé- gion’s natural and historical heritage.
www.nologofestival.fr
zelay. The atmosphere is simple and frien- www.musicalesenauxois.wixsite.com
dly, the public mingling with the artists in
the streets and gardens of the “eternal hill”.
www.lacitedelavoix.netSeptember
The Ceremony of Le Biou La Forestière Le Chat Perché Gourmet Weekend #5
1st September, Arbois 21st and 22nd September, Les Rousses From 27th to 29th September, Dole
Le Biou is an enormous bunch of grapes This is one of the leading long distance moun- This event puts “eating well” and Franc-Com-
weighing between 80kg and 100kg created tain biking challenges around. From Haut-Ju- tois gastronomy in the spotlight. The 5th
by the wine producers as an offering to God. edition has been placed under the patro-
ra to Plastic Valley, it brings together more
Processions and blessings of Le Biou seek
than 3,500 participants every year and its nage of one of the big names in gastro-
to ensure the quality of the grape harvest.
www.arbois.com
reputation attracts the very best racers in the nomy and will showcase a foreign country.
world in this discipline, as well as mountain www.weekend-gourmand-dole.fr
Les Bouchons de Joigny bikers from all over France and from abroad.
1st September, Joigny www.la-forestiere.com Mont d’Or Walks
3rd Sunday in September, Metabief
Reconstitution of the famous traffic-jams by Détonation
owners of vehicles dating from 1969 and before. From 26th to 28th September, Besançon A diverse range of entertainments will be
www.ville-joigny.fr on offer throughout this walk on Mont d’Or.
Détonation aims to provide a veritable senso- www.station-metabief.com/fr
The Lion of Montbéliard-Belfort, inter- ry experience thanks to a musical programme
national half-marathon
that is eclectic and daring, but also through Tribu festival
22nd September
countless installations that encourage spec- From 27th September to 6th October, Dijon
THE sporting event of the autumn. Near- tators to touch, watch and, above all, create !
ly 5,000 participants are expected, chee- www.larodia.com/detonation Tribu Festival is filled with a stimulating en-
red on by more than 40,000 spectators. ergy and effervescence that shakes up the
www.lelion.org Fantastic Picnic current world of music. It encourages eve-
15th & 24th September, ryone to lend an ear to these countless artists,
Besançon International Music Festival Burgundy-Franche-Comté sonic explorers that employ music to speak,
From 16th to 21th September, Besançon provoke, surprise and move their listeners. It
The ideal opportunity to get together and cuts a path through the luminous jungles of
This is one of the oldest and most presti- Jazz, improvised music, hip–hop and modern
share some convivial moments in the more
gious music festivals in France. Its sympho-
unexpected locations around the region African sounds and stamps your visa as you
nic repertoire is what has always marked it
out, featuring the biggest names in the field. as you celebrate its gastronomic heritage. set of on a musical journey without borders.
www.festival-besancon.com www.bourgognefranchecomte.com www.tribufestival.comOctober
The Feÿ Arts Encounters Absinthiades
Autumn 2019, Château du Feÿ 1st weekend in October, Pontarlier
Cinema, performance, publishing, contem- Collectors and novices alike from abroad,
porary art, music and gastronomy all from across France or from the local Pon-
come together to recreate a pop-up vil-
tarlier area get together in the capital of
lage in the verdant heights of Burgundy.
www.fey-arts.com/fr
the Haut-Doubs to dive once again into
the legendary ambiance of the Green Fairy.
Extrême sur Loue www.admdp.com
5th and 6th October, Ornans Sorcières, #9
6th October, The Maisons Comtoises Museum
Fans of mountain biking, internatio-
nal elite competitors, occasional riders, Witches return to make merry at the museum! It
day-trippers, young cyclists...all of them is a real experience to delve into the ambiance
come together on the banks of the Loue of the museum when the witches take over.
at Ornans to tackle the Extrême sur Loue www.maisons-comtoises.org
www.extreme-sur-loue.com
The Chablis Marathon #1
The opening of the Sarcus appartments at 26th October, the Yonne
Bussy-le-Grand
Come and explore the landscapes of the Cha-
The Château de Bussy-Rabutin opens
its Sarcus appartments to the gene- blis and enjoy a real adventure in the heart
ral public after having been restored of this renowned appellation! This marathon,
thanks to 2018 Heritage Lottery funding. of regulation distance, will lead you through
www.chateau-bussy-rabutin.fr the vineyards in a truly festive ambiance.
www.marathondechablis.com
Tango, Swing et Bretelles
Dates à venir, Montceau-les-Mines Salon européen du Bonsaï
12th & 13th October, Saulieu
A wonderful and highly popular event
at which thousands of enthusiasts of all
kinds of music have been meeting since One of Europe’s largest exhibition of bonsaïs.
www.european-bonsai-san-show.com
1997. On the bill: Emerging artists and
big names in French song based on accor-
dion music!www.creusotmontceautourisme.comNovember December
D’Jazz Nevers Festival The Hill in the Colours of Christmas
From 9th to 16th November, Nevers
From 2nd December 2019 to mid-January
The D’Jazz Nevers Festival is an unmis- 2020, Ronchamp
sable event for all jazz-lovers! Every year, www.collinenotredameduhaut.com
during November, audiences come from
across France and abroad to savour the Les Glorieuses de Bresse
challenging and celebratory programme
on offer. Great atmosphere guaranteed. December
www.djazznevers.com
When chicken gets the gourmet treatment.
The Entrevues Festival For over a century, this agricultural contests
Late November, Belfort celebrate and recognise the expertise of
International festival of young and innovative Burgundy poultry rearers. On the eve of the
independent cinema: international competi- end-of-year celebrations, this contest is the
tion of first films (1st, 2nd and 3rd films), re- opportunity to spread the word about the
trospectives, assistance with post-production. . excellence of the fattened chicken, capon,
www.festival-entrevues.com/fr turkeys and chickens of Bresse PDO.
www.glorieusesdebresse.com
Foire Internationale et Gastronomique
1st to 11st November, Dijon
The Christmas Illuminations
Every year the Dijon International Gastronomy Montbéliard, for the whole month
Fair takes up residence for two weeks in No-
vember. This is a major event in Burgundy, at-
tracting several hundred thousand visitors that Montbéliard, the City of Princes, provides
are keen on mingling and enjoying good food. the ideal backdrop in which to showcase
www.foirededijon.com the sumptuous Christmas illuminations
thanks to its emblematic monuments, such
The Hospices de Beaune Wine Auction as the château of the Dukes of Wurtemberg,
17 novembre, Beaune
Les Halles or even the Temple Saint- Mar-
The Hospices de Beaune owns a vineyard of tin, giving the town a very special aura du-
almost 60 hectares all over Burgundy. The ring the season of Advent. Illuminations
produce from these vines is sold in an auction on every street corner, authentic Christ-
on the 3rd Sunday of November to connois- mas market and original entertainments
seurs and professionals from all over the
world. This public event is the opportunity to all enhance the reputation of Montbéliard.
www.lumieres-de-noel.fr
taste and to find out about Burgundy wines...
www.hospices-de-beaune.com« Immortels » de Benoit Huot Virginie Marnat “From one day to the Stalh Exhibition
From 12nd January to 24 March next…” From 1st April to 31st December, Saulieu
Musée Baron Martin, Gray From 16th February to 19th May
Nicéphore Niepce Museum, Châlon-sur- Its singular feature: animal sculptures solely
A large selection of monarchs and enig- Saône and entirely in blue. On display at various
matic animal silhouettes by contemporary
artist Benoît Huot, whose creations turn venues across the town from 31st December.
the rules of fairy-tales, mythology and Playing with the full potential of photo- www.saulieu.fr
fables on their head with liberating spirit. graphy, the artist constructs images that
www.musee-baronmartin.fr question all the aspirations, conditioning Bling Bling : a showcase of the glassware
and representations of human beings. of Gaul
Expositon « Froid » en.museeniepce.com From 6th April to 22nd September, Muséo-
Until 24th March, the Royal Salt Works Parc Alésia
of Arc et Senans « Immigration in Burgundy
Franche-Comté » This exhibition invites art lovers and
From the refrigerator to science, From 16th March to 16th June
from weather to industry … visitors to this historic burg at the
Cold is present in every degree! Maison de la Négritude, Champagney
confluence of the Doubs and Saône rivers.
www.salineroyale.com www.tourisme-verdun-en-bourgogne.com
In partnership with the Infor-
Exposition Ricardon mation Jeunesse youth network
From 14th January to 31st March, Morez of Burgundy-Franche-Comté. «A world of images»
www.maisondelanegritude.fr From 13th April to 10th November,
This exhibition uses works and archive Musée de Bibracte, Morvan
documents to retrace the influences Stained-glass expo
that guided his artistic journey, fea- From 26th March to 26th April, Tournus The visual repertory of the Celts is dis-
turing pieces of his that reveal the played in the archaeological collections
beauty of the Haut-Jura landscape. Pierre-Alain Parot, master glassmaker. of Bavaria. This exhibition was produced
www.musee-lunette.fr
Showcasing the Monks’ Refectory in conjunction with the State Archaeo-
3615.trace through an exhibition of stained-glass logy Museum of Bavaria in Munich, the
From 2nd February to 30th September by master glassmaker Pierre-Alain Parot. Kelten Römer Museum of Manching (Ba-
Musée Courbet, Ornans www.tournus-tourisme.com varia) and The Laténium, the archaeo-
logical museum and park of Neuchâtel.
A digital machine uses industrial pro- 2049 - Housing the World www.bibracte.fr
cesses in order to transcribe all the en- From 1st April to 25th August
ergy of the painter’s skill and add move- The Maisons Comtoises Museum, Nancray
ment to the earth, stones and branches
www.maisons-comtoises.org
that appear in some of the landscape
paintings on display at the museum.
www. musee-courbet.fr« Pontarlier; a land of exchanges since Yan Pei-Ming faces Courbet Conflu’Art Verdun Sur Le Doubs
prehistory » From 10th June to 30th September From 14th to 30th August
Summer exhibition, Musée de Pontarlier The Courbet Museum The Salle des Fêtes in Verdun-sur-le-
www.ville-pontarlier.fr Doubs
This exhibition will aim to inter-
«Regard animal» pret the multiple artistic connec- A contemporary art exhibition
From 27th April to 29th September, the tions between these two painters that, for several years now, has
Citadel of Besançon separated by some six generations. brought together local and natio-
www. musee-courbet.fr nal artists in the heart of the region.
Outdoor exhibition of animal paintings www.tourisme-verdun-en-bourgogne.com
by Lise Vurpillot. Fantastical! Monstrous figures
www.citadelle.com from Antiquity to the present day « The Château de Joux: from romantic
From 5th July to 31st December château to historic monument »
OVNI, Naturally Inspired Flying Objects Musée Rolin, Autun Autumn exhibition, Musée de Pontarlier
From 11th May to 31st Decembet www.ville-pontarlier.fr
This exhibition wanders from Anti-
From Cuvier to Oehmichen and into to- quity to the present day in search of Playmobil® « The Battle of Alesia»
morrow, or how nature has inspired human strange beings that fill our beliefs and, Exhibition
technology in the conquest of the skies. very often, our daily lives. It provides From 19th October to 3rd November
the chance to discover some astoni- Alise-Sainte-Reine
« Jules Verne » Exhibition shing objects and strange personalities www.cotedor-tourisme.com
From 18th May 2019 to 12th January and to try to better understand why
2020, the Royal Salt Works of Arc et we have given life to these creatures. Courbet-Hodler
Senans Main texts translated into English. From 30th October 2019 to 3rd January
2020, The Courbet Museum
Unique pieces, posters, prints and an- « La Négritude »
tique books provide evidence of the di- From July to December, the Maison de la The exhibition that brings the Bi-
versity of the world in which this visio- Négritude centre, Champagney centenary to a close showcases two
nary writer lived for this major exhibition. great painters and two consecutive
www.ville-pontarlier.fr The birth of the Negritude movement in generations that illustrate the aes-
the 1930s. thetic changes in the story of Eu-
www.maisondelanegritude.fr ropean art during the XIX Century.
www. musee-courbet.frThe traditional Fêtes de la Bague But also... « What’s new in the Middle Ages? »
#381 festival The Medieval Fair #20 From 15th June to 22nd September, Tournus
11th and 12th May, Semur-en-Auxois
From 24th May to 2nd June, Semur-en- www.tourisme-semur.fr This exhibition recounts a different side to
Auxois the Middle Ages that is unexpected and cap-
www.tourisme-semur.fr Medieval Dole #1 tivating, shedding new light on issues like
18th May, Dole the environment, the use of resources, the
Inauguration of the Fêtes de la Bague distribution of land, the role of technology in
Friday 24th May from 8:30pm Minstrels and troubadours, dancers and fools, society and the mixing of cultures that still
Concert from the school of music and hawkers and artisans all prepare to take
dance of Auxois-Morvan, torchlight lie at the heart of current social thinking.
you back to the Middle Ages with count- Breaking down perceived wisdom through
procession, opening of the funfair. less entertainments and reconstructions.
archaeology, the exhibition gives visitors the
www.hellodole.fr
The Course des Chausses race keys to understanding this period more deeply
Saturday 25th May afternoon The Medieval Fair of the Lords of Thil and presents the findings of archaeological
10th and 11th August, Vic-sous-Thil studies in the Tournus area and its environs.
A running race through the historic town, men- www.tournus-tourisme.com
tioned in the town’s records since 1566. The Medieval Fairs
From 12th to 14th July, Château de Couches
The Course de la Bague race
Friday 31st May Three days of festivities that recreate medie-
val life within the walls of the Château de
The oldest horse race in France. Racing in a Couches.
straight line, the winner must recover a ring from
the town’s coat of arms. A tradition dating from The Medieval Fairs of Brancion
1639, the race is accompanied by a trading fair From 20th to 21st July, Brancion
that commemorates the fairs of the Middle Ages.
The Festival of the Fall of Jerusalem 1099-
The Course à la Timbale race 2019
Sunday 2nd June 14th July, Fortress of Berzé
A race for trotters that was first held in 1841, The Medieval Fair and Assault of the
the winner takes home a silver drum. Ramparts
28th July, Nozeroy
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