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YONNE: BURGUNDY WINE TRADITION AND MEDIEVAL BASILICAS

Vines climb the terraces. Cathedral vaults echo with bells. Stone sculpture whispers prayer. Burgundy's soul reveals itself, fully customizable.

≈ 11
Days
347
Km
10
Stops
📖 6 min read 🔄 Last updated: 2026-01-17

Auxerre impresses with its cathedral and medieval architecture. Chablis reveals an iconic vineyard and renowned winemaking expertise. Noyers-sur-Serein charms with its village perched by the water. Vézelay marks the history of great pilgrimages. Between wine and spirituality, Yonne combines heritage and character.

Your day-by-day itinerary

1
Day

Auxerre

cathedral wine gateway city

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3 photos
Day 1
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Discover

1
Saint-Germain Abbey (Carolingian crypt).
2
Medieval village (Most Beautiful Villages).
3
Hôtel-Dieu (patients' ward).
🎯

Activities

→
Yonne riverbanks.
→
Chablis vineyards.
→
Chablis wine tasting.
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Next stop
Distance: 22.8 km
Travel time: 46min
2
Day

Chablis

vineyard terraced crisp wine

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4 photos
Day 2
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Discover

1
Fosse Dionne (spring).
2
Synodal palace (museums).
3
Saint-Thibault Church.
🎯

Activities

→
Serein.
→
Museum of Naive Arts.
→
Chevalier d'Éon (museum).
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Next stop
Distance: 25.1 km
Travel time: 50min
3
Day

Noyers Sur Serein

river village stone medieval

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6 photos
Day 3
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Discover

1
Château des Gondi.
2
Château de Saint-Fargeau.
3
Historical show (summer).
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Activities

→
Armançon.
→
Yonne.
→
Côte Saint-Jacques.
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Next stop
Distance: 23.1 km
Travel time: 46min
4
Day

Tonnerre

river town medieval gateway

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3 photos
Day 4
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Discover

1
Colette's birthplace.
2
Saracen Tower.
3
Saint-Lazare Collegiate Church.
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Activities

→
Puisaye (bocage and ponds).
→
Colette Workshop.
→
Puisaye.
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Next stop
Distance: 83 km
Travel time: 1h23
5
Day

Sens

cathedral gothic stone spire

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3 photos
Day 5
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Discover

1
Museum of the Avallonnais.
2
Synodal palace (museums).
3
Covered market.
🎯

Activities

→
Cousin Valley.
→
Morvan.
→
Artisan workshops.
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Next stop
Distance: 33 km
Travel time: 1h06
6
Day

Joigny

river town vineyard landscape

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5 photos
Day 6
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Discover

1
Saint-Thibault Church.
2
Renaissance houses.
3
Château des Gondi.
🎯

Activities

→
Côte Saint-Jacques.
→
Yonne.
→
Vineyards.
+1 Optional activities
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Next stop
Distance: 58.8 km
Travel time: 59min
7
Day

Saint Fargeau

castle village noble rampart

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9 photos
Day 7
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Discover

1
Château de Saint-Fargeau.
2
Historical show (summer).
3
Lake.
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Activities

→
Puisaye (bocage and ponds).
→
Colette Workshop.
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Next stop
Distance: 12.1 km
Travel time: 24min
8
Day

Saint Sauveur En Puisaye

ceramic village pottery tradition

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6 photos
Day 8
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Discover

1
Colette's birthplace.
2
Museum.
3
Castle.
4
Saracen Tower.
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Activities

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Literary heritage.
→
Puisaye.
→
Pottery.
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Next stop
Distance: 72.4 km
Travel time: 1h12
9
Day

Avallon

valley town medieval gateway

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4 photos
Day 9
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Discover

1
Saint-Lazare Collegiate Church.
2
Clock Tower.
3
Ramparts.
4
Museum of the Avallonnais.
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Activities

→
Cousin Valley.
→
Morvan.
→
Old town.
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Next stop
Distance: 16.2 km
Travel time: 32min
10
Day

Vezelay

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10 photos
Day 10
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Discover

1
Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine (UNESCO).
2
Medieval village.
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Activities

→
Paths to Compostela.
→
Panorama.
→
Artisan workshops.

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❓ Frequently asked questions

What weather should you expect?

Spring (April-June): Perfect weather, blooming countryside, ideal for all regions, moderate crowds, excellent value, romantic atmosphere.

Summer (July-August): Warmest weather, peak tourist season, highest prices, crowded attractions, perfect for Mediterranean coast, festival season.

Fall (September-October): Harvest season, comfortable temperatures, fewer crowds, wine regions spectacular, excellent photography, good value.

Winter (November-March): Christmas markets, ski season Alps, fewer crowds, lowest prices, cozy indoor attractions, cultural experiences.

How many days should I plan?

We believe you will enjoy this itinerary best by dedicating between 9 and 13 days. The next step will allow you to adjust the duration of your stay.

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