Museum
Cité des Climats et vins de Bourgogne
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The Cité des Climats et vins de Bourgogne is a modern, interactive museum in Beaune that celebrates the unique 'climats' (vineyard plots) of Burgundy. Through sensory and educational experiences, visitors can explore the region's wine diversity without needing to visit multiple vineyards. The museum features a giant 3D map of Burgundy's vineyards, aroma stations to identify wine scents, and a simulated wine-tasting experience. There are also exhibits on the history of winemaking, the geology of the region, and the classification system. The highlight is the panoramic terrace offering views of the surrounding vineyards. This is a perfect starting point for wine lovers to understand the complexity of Burgundy's terroir before venturing out to actual wineries.
Don't miss
- Interactive 3D map of Burgundy's vineyard climats
- Aroma stations to learn wine scents
- Simulated wine-tasting experience
- Panoramic terrace with vineyard views
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Cité des Climats et vins de Bourgogne
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way in2 Hour Sparkling Wine Tasting and visit in Beaune4.5★ · 38 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$13 per personSee dates →
Best full daySmall-Group Full-Day Tour of Côte de Nuits, Côte de Beaune Vineyards and Beaune Historical District4.8★ · 399 travelers~8 hoursFrom$155 per personSee dates →
Private & flexiblePrivate wine tasting workshop by Dufouleur - Bourgogne5★ · 58 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$52 per personSee dates →More attractions in Beaune