Located on the Charolais region's, Mâcon is an absolute must for visitors who will appreciate the town's undisputed charms in terms of gastronomy, wine, town and heritage. Nestling on the banks of the Saône on the edge of a sumptuous vineyard, this Burgundy town makes a delicious appetizer before you escape to try the local delights of the Mâconnais and Charolais regions.
You'll appreciate the friendly warmth and the beauty of South Burgundy and enjoy multiple opportunities to try the local specialities.
Our gourmet favourites in Mâcon
Wine estate tasting sessions
Bistro-style and gourmet restaurants
Cité des Climats et des Vins in Mâcon
Food shopping in the town centre
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An experience of the senses
Unveil the mysteries of Burgundy wines
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Cité des Climats et des Vins
Designed to tell you all about the wines of Burgundy, this visitor centre never fails to amaze. So go with the flow on your way through this fun and educational museum with a difference.
Sign up for one of the tasting workshops, discover the aromas to be found in wine or just enjoy the view over the river Saône while tasting a glass of wine from the Mâconnais region.
Cité des Climats et vins de Bourgogne - Mâcon
520 Avenue Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny
71000 MACON
You'll be carried off by Christian Gaulin's culinary inspiration and wines to match. The chef from Mâcon with a Michelin star prepares creative and traditional dishes: Bresse chicken, Charolais tournedos steak, baked turbot with citrus zest or his amazing soufflé.
Enjoy food and wine pairing at its best thanks to the restaurant Pierre's beautiful selection of wines from Mâcon and the other great vineyards of France.
Close to the impressive Rocks of Solutré and Vergisson, the L'Ô des Vignesgourmet restaurant run by Sébastien Chambru is an absolute must in the Mâconnais region.
This Michelin-starred restaurant, which also owns a bistro-style wine bar, serves deliciously sophisticated cuisine. The wine list is pretty impressive too.
Two culinary experiences to make your programme complete
Still feeling peckish?
La Maison mâconnaise des vins
A restaurant with a friendly atmosphere
A bucolic lunch on the banks of the Saône
Take a seat at one of the shared tables of this charmingly unique restaurant. La Maison Mâconnaise des Vins has succeeded in preserving the particularly pleasant atmosphere that has reigned here since its creation in 1958. Which means it has become a real institution.
This is the ideal place to discover Mâconnais wines and the banks of the Saône. A boutique has been added to showcase the wines of Saône-et-Loire.
How do you fancy the hands-on experience of a cookery, patisserie or wine workshop? Ask for the programme at the Maison des Ateliers and get ready to roll your sleeves up!
Charlotte and her team welcome you to this beautiful mansion for an amusing experience on the theme of food and wine.
👍 Domaine Joseph Lafarge: Visit an authentic Haut-Mâconnais wine estate. Head for the village of Lugny for a guided tour, an analysis of the landscape and, of course, a tasting of several wines.
👍 Château de la Greffière is a wine estate set in the superb Roche Vineuse vineyard. Organise a tasting session and visit the cellars as well as the Musée de la Vigne et du Vin to learn how the winegrowing profession has evolved over time.
👍 Maison Auvigue occupies the old church of the beautiful village of Fuissé, not far from the Rock of Solutré. A great opportunity to discover the Pouilly-Fuissé appellation and its wines, among the most famous of Burgundy.
👍 Maison Jacoulot. Visit Romanèche-Thorins to taste the creations of Vincent Jacoulot. There's no wine here, but a whole range of spirits, liqueurs, ratafia, marc de Bourgogne and other alcoholic beverages. A fabulous experience.
👍 Hameau Dubœuf was created by a key player in the regions of Mâconnais and Beaujolais. This œnopark is an invitation to learn about winegrowing expertise through exhibitions and immersive audiovisual shows.
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With the VitiPass, you can visit selected wine estates and cellars. The pass includes a tasting session with three bottles representing the different wines of the Mâconnais and Beaujolais regions (from the list provided and limited to one bottle per cellar) as well as a special introductory offer.
The Rock of Solutré is a must. This walk takes you gently to the top of this listed 'Grand Site de France'. From there, you'll enjoy an amazing panoramic view over the Pouilly-Fuissé vineyard.
This cycling route invites you to explore the Mâconnais vineyard, unguided and at your own pace, via various itineraries dotted with places to stop for meals and to taste the wines from this incredible terroir.
👍 Gourmet Route through the Charolais From Digoin to Mâcon
This delightful journey takes you through the Mâconnais vineyards and into the lush hedgerow landscapes of the Charolais region. A land of generous flavors, it’s also a land of encounters — with passionate artisans, winegrowers, and culinary experts ready to share their craft.
Leave the main roads behind and discover a scenic and flavorful route through one of France’s finest wine regions. From Beaune to Mâcon, this journey is rich in taste, filled with encounters, wine tastings, and authentic culinary experiences.
