Le Grand Tour du Chalonnais à vélo

Le Tour du Chalonnais à vélo – 200 km à parcourir sur plusieurs jours. Un grand itinéraire cyclable au cœur de la Bourgogne, entre voies vertes, vignobles et villages de caractère.

Le Tour du Chalonnais à vélo est une boucle d’environ 200 km, pensée pour une pratique itinérante sur plusieurs jours. Accessible aux cyclistes réguliers comme aux amateurs de voyage à vélo, cet itinéraire alterne voies vertes, routes secondaires peu fréquentées et chemins viticoles.

Chalon-sur-Saône, the ideal starting point:
The route starts in Chalon-sur-Saône, a real cycling crossroads thanks to the presence of the River Saône and major cycle routes. With its quays, cycling facilities and accommodation, it's a comfortable base from which to organise a multi-day tour.

Verdun-sur-le-Doubs, along the river :
Following the Saône valley, the route reaches Verdun-sur-le-Doubs, a river town at the confluence of the Doubs and Saône rivers. This stretch is easy-going and peaceful, ideal for settling into the rhythm of the journey, between towpaths, meadows and open countryside.

Beaune, capital of Burgundy wines:
The route then heads towards Beaune, crossing the emblematic landscapes of the Côte de Beaune. This stage is a highlight of the route, combining prestigious vineyards, remarkable heritage and a lively urban atmosphere, ideal for a stopover or an evening stop.

Chagny, between vineyards and canal:
From Beaune, the route reaches Chagny, gateway to the Canal du Centre. The roads become gentler and shadier, offering a pleasant transition between Côte-d'Or and Southern Burgundy, in an environment particularly suited to cycling.

Givry, vineyards and villages of character:
The route continues towards Givry, in the heart of the Côte Chalonnaise. Here, the route is structured by wine-growing landscapes, alternating moderate climbs, open panoramas and crossings of typical villages emblematic of Burgundy's vineyards.

Buxy, heart of the Côte Chalonnaise :
The central stage of the route, Buxy is a natural stopping-off point. Surrounded by vineyards and hills, the town offers plenty of opportunities for breaks, restaurants and accommodation, ideal for cycling.

Saint-Gengoux-le-National, medieval town :
The route then goes on to Saint-Gengoux-le-National, remarkable for its medieval heritage and landscaped setting. This section adds a more historical dimension to the route, with a slightly steeper but still accessible terrain.

Cormatin, heritage and Burgundy countryside:
The route continues on to Cormatin, famous for its château and gardens. The roads here run through peaceful countryside, alternating between fields, forests and villages, offering a welcome breath of fresh air before the final section of the route.

Sennecey-le-Grand, wide open spaces and the return to the Saône :
Before completing the loop, the route passes through Sennecey-le-Grand, in a more open, rural landscape. This is a steady, rolling stage that gradually takes you back to the Saône valley and prepares you for the return to Chalon.