A flagship city of Burgundy Franche-Comté, Auxerre boasts significant historical and architectural heritage. In terms of area, Auxerre is not really a very large city. However, the concentration of historic buildings is remarkable. The city has thirty-five historic monuments that are registered or classified. Although Auxerre is not as large and renowned as cities like Paris, Lyon or Marseille, everyone has already heard of it. Auxerre is known for two particular reasons. For wine lovers, Chablis should certainly ring a bell. This renowned Burgundy wine can be found just steps away from Auxerre. And for sports lovers, especially football, AJ Auxerre is an emblematic club of French football.

1- Discover the Grand Cru vineyards

Category: €€ / Gastronomic / Cultural

Description: As announced above in the introduction, Burgundy wine is known throughout France. During this activity, you will discover the history of its wines by visiting the vineyards of the region's greatest Grand Crus. You will learn more about the different grape varieties that define the wines and the art of viticulture itself. Once this visit is finished, a tasting of five wines will be offered to you.

2- Get your adrenaline fix with a bungee jump

Category: €€€ / Unusual / Thrills /

Description: Looking for adrenaline? Here is undoubtedly the activity that will meet your expectations. How about throwing yourself into the void from more than 30 meters high? The viaduct of Druyes-les-Belles-Fontaines is located a little more than half an hour from Auxerre by car. For this activity, you will of course be briefed by a team of experts in the field. Once your equipment is installed, all that remains is to take your courage in both hands to throw yourself into the void. So take a breath of fresh air and don't think, otherwise you'll let doubt and fear set in!

3- Attend a match at Abbé-Deschamps

Category: €€ / Cultural

Description: AJ Auxerre is a historic club of French football. It is one of the 10 oldest clubs in France. It has seen renowned names of the football scene evolve like Eric Cantona, Basile Boli, Djibril Cissé, or even world champion Laurent Blanc. And when we talk about AJ Auxerre, we inevitably think of Guy Roux. This man inseparable from the club was the coach of the blues and whites for 44 years, from 1961 to 2005. An emblematic figure of French football and respected by all, Guy Roux managed to win a Division 1 championship title, as well as 4 French cups. Watching a match at the Abbé-Deschamps stadium is therefore a true experience.

4- Discover the crypt and treasures of Saint-Étienne Cathedral in Auxerre

Category: € / Cultural

Description: When you visit Auxerre, you cannot miss the Saint-Etienne Cathedral in Auxerre, classified as a historic monument since 1840. Discover this splendid cathedral whose construction was completed in the 14th century. Its Gothic style leaves no one indifferent, just like its history. It experienced the Hundred Years' War during the capture of the city by the English, the iconoclastic excesses of Protestants in the 16th century, and the French Revolution in 1790. During this visit, you will discover several vestiges such as sacred vessels, carved ivories, Limousin enamels, manuscripts and statuettes of the Virgin.

5- Discover Auxerre and its surroundings by bike

Category: € / Cultural / Sports

Description: Cycling is an idyllic way to discover a city and its surroundings. It allows you to do a little physical and sporting activity, but also to see more things than if you were on foot. It will be possible for you to take a guided tour, but if you prefer to be autonomous, this is also possible. You will stroll through picturesque landscapes, renowned vineyards of Burgundy, and you will even enjoy a little moment of relaxation around a picnic.