La Grande Vadrouille Mural

The Grande Vadrouille mural

The Beaune audio-guided tour reveals a colourful mural paying tribute to one of the most iconic films of French cinema, La Grande Vadrouille, and to one of its emblematic filming locations: Beaune.

A cult film shot in Beaune

Released in 1966 and directed by Gerard Oury, La Grande Vadrouille features Louis de Funes and Bourvil, two ordinary Frenchmen dragged against their will into a madcap chase in the middle of the Second World War, alongside British pilots hunted by the Germans. The film blends humour, tension and memorable landscapes, among them Beaune, which served as the setting for several scenes that have remained famous.

What there is to see

The mural, painted on a wall of the town to celebrate the anniversary of the film, reproduces an emblematic image of the shoot. It reminds the people of Beaune and visitors of the link between their town and this classic of French comedy. It is a playful and popular stop, which adds a touch of cinema to the walk through the centre.

Practical information

The Grande Vadrouille mural can be seen freely, in the open air, on a wall of the centre of Beaune, on the side of Place du Docteur Jorrot. It is visible at any time and free of charge. It is a quick stop, appreciated by cinema lovers, during the walk.

Why a Grande Vadrouille mural in Beaune ?

Because the town served as the setting for several scenes of the film, released in 1966; the mural celebrates this link with cinema.

Who are the main actors of the film ?

Louis de Funes and Bourvil, in a comedy directed by Gerard Oury set against the backdrop of the Second World War.