{"id":1425,"date":"2020-09-18T08:35:56","date_gmt":"2020-09-18T06:35:56","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/devbnportail.mediacrossing.fr\/15-bonnes-raisons-daller-dans-le-beaujolais\/"},"modified":"2020-10-09T17:01:12","modified_gmt":"2020-10-09T15:01:12","slug":"15-bonnes-raisons-daller-dans-le-beaujolais","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.beaujolais.com\/en\/visit\/se-balader\/15-bonnes-raisons-daller-dans-le-beaujolais\/","title":{"rendered":"15 good reasons to visit the Beaujolais region"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The Beaujolais region<\/strong> has so much to offer! Wine and festivals are of course what first come to mind when you think of this wonderful corner of France, but it\u2019s also a great and original destination where families, couples and walkers as well as food and wine enthusiasts can discover the many faces of this region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Still not sure? Well, see what you think once you\u2019ve read these 15 good reasons to take a short break in the Beaujolais<\/strong>…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1 – DISCOVER A WIDE RANGE OF WINES FROM THE VINEYARD<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Beaujolais region produces a surprising range of different wines, in red, but also in white and ros\u00e9. Not just Beaujolais Nouveaux as you might think!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

12 other appellations, all AOC (Appellation d\u2019Origine Contr\u00f4l\u00e9e) wines, including 10 crus are just crying out to be discovered by your taste buds. Ok, just for you, here\u2019s the list of wines, in alphabetical order of course: Beaujolais<\/strong>, Beaujolais Villages<\/strong>, Brouilly<\/strong>, Ch\u00e9nas<\/strong>, C\u00f4te de Brouilly<\/strong>, Chiroubles<\/strong>, Fleurie<\/strong>, Juli\u00e9nas<\/strong>, Morgon<\/strong>, Moulin-\u00e0-Vent<\/strong>, R\u00e9gni\u00e9<\/strong> and Saint-Amour<\/strong>. And there you have them!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2 – STOCK YOUR CELLAR WITH OUTSTANDING WINES<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Maybe you have a wine cellar that you\u2019d like to stock with unusual wines that express a wide variety of terroirs? No problem, the Beaujolais is full of them! Get ready to chat with the region\u2019s winegrowers and merchants, who\u2019ll recommend the vineyard\u2019s most beautiful gems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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3 – EXPLORE THE PIERRES DOR\u00c9ES<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

La r\u00e9gion du Beaujolais<\/strong> doit son charme pittoresque aux Pierres Dor\u00e9es notamment. 39 villages sont construits avec cette roche ocre jaune qui r\u00e9fl\u00e9chit la lumi\u00e8re du soleil et leur donne des teintes chaudes et lumineuses tr\u00e8s remarquables. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

De ravissantes promenades vous attendent par exemple \u00e0 Charnay, Marcy-sur-Anse, Theiz\u00e9, l\u2019Abresle, Saint-Jean-des-Vignes et Oingt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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4 – TRY OUT LOCAL PRODUCE FROM THE BEAUJOLAIS REGION<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even though we find more and more Beaujolais wines on trendy tables, they match perfectly with local culinary specialties in traditional restaurants. Stop off in a friendly Bistrot Beaujolais and enjoy a unique culinary experience with coq au vin, an andouillette from “Chez Bobosse”, some gratons de canard, pike quenelle or a p\u00e2t\u00e9 cro\u00fbte. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5 – Explore the Beaujolais Geopark<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Beaujolais was officially certified as a \u201cUNESCO Global Geopark\u201d in April 2018. Although the region is above all famous worldwide for the quality of its wines, it is now famous for its rich, complex and exceptional geological heritage as well. Between its geo-sites where the remarkable geological phenomena in the Beaujolais can be observed and the geo-activities with their fun workshops, exhibitions, conferences and other events to attend, geo-tourism is booming in the vineyard. To find out more about the Beaujolais Geopark, visit https:\/\/www.geopark-beaujolais.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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6 – GO TO THE WINE MARKETS<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As one of the wine capitals of France, Beaujolais has plenty of wine fairs and markets! They\u2019re places where winegrowers love talking to people about their work, their passion and their vintages. You can try the different appellations and pick up some bottles of wine \u2013 each with its own story to tell \u2013 and take them home with you…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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7- CELEBRATE THE BEAUJOLAIS NOUVEAUX<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

On the 3rd Thursday in November, the whole of France is buzzing as\u00a0Beaujolais Nouveaux<\/strong>\u00a0arrive in the bars, restaurants and on people\u2019s tables!\u00a0Across France, it\u2019s often an occasion to get together with friends and celebrate the new vintage with a good bottle! Just imagine how huge the celebrations are in the region where Beaujolais is actually produced!<\/p>\n\n\n\n


Local villages are decked out in banners and pennants, and there are barrels and stands where everyone can share a glass of wine with their neighbors and winemakers. It\u2019s the social occasion par excellence, and it really should be on your bucket list of things to do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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8 – VISIT THE WINE CELLARS<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

From vine growing to the harvest and winemaking process, everything is done in a particular way in the Beaujolais. Beaujolais winegrowers are delighted to welcome visitors to their cellars and tell you more about how these wines, each the product of very different terroirs, are made.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

9 – TAKE A JOURNEY BACK INTO HISTORY<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The\u00a0Beaujolais region<\/strong>\u00a0has a very diverse and varied history and there are plenty of monuments and castles to visit. History enthusiasts will love strolling around the medieval towns and visiting ramparts, chapels, historic gates and statues from another age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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10 –\u00a0PICNIC ON MONT BROUILLY<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mont Brouilly\u2019s hilltop summit stands at 484 m above sea level and looks down on the Beaujolais vineyards. It offers a unique view of the entire region…A magical, romantic moment where you can linger with a picnic on one of the picnic tables provided!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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11 –\u00a0DISCOVER THE HEROIC VINES\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Les ceps du Beaujolais s\u2019\u00e9panouissent sur des coteaux parfois tr\u00e8s pentus, des conditions difficiles qu\u2019ils bravent pour donner le meilleur d\u2019eux-m\u00eames et d\u00e9velopper des raisins qui produiront des vins structur\u00e9s, au go\u00fbt marqu\u00e9 par le terroir. A Chiroubles par exemple, les vignerons sont, comme leur vignes, qualifi\u00e9s d\u2019h\u00e9ro\u00efques, tant le travail est manuel et m\u00e9ticuleux sur ces coteaux accident\u00e9s.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Le Beaujolais prendra une toute autre dimension quand vous d\u00e9couvrirez ses monts et ses collines sur lesquels reposent ces vignes h\u00e9ro\u00efques !<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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12.\u00a0VISIT THE MAISON DU TERROIR BEAUJOLAIS\u00a0<\/em><\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019d like to find out more about the history of the region, visit the Maison du Terroir Beaujolais<\/em>, which takes you on a gourmet tour of the 12 appellations. It\u2019s also a good opportunity to discover the knowledge and skills of the artisans who make the wine as well as a few winemaking secrets… An interactive, sensory experience for the whole family!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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13 –\u00a0A ROMANTIC GETAWAY IN SAINT-AMOUR\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Couples can enjoy a romantic break in and around Saint-Amour-Bellevue. It\u2019s a municipality that lives and breathes coupledom…Stay in the Auberge du Paradis and dine by candlelight in the famous restaurant \u201cAu 14 F\u00e9vrier\u201d while trying the famous Saint-Amour cru, of course!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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14 –\u00a0ENJOY THE PEACE AND QUIET OF THE NATURAL SURROUNDINGS\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you want to escape from city life, the\u00a0Beaujolais region<\/strong>\u00a0is just the place for you! Surrounded by the Massif Central and the hilly countryside of the Lyon area with its peaceful villages and green rolling hills, it\u2019s the ideal place to recharge your batteries. Imagine a break far from the hubbub of the city, far from your day-to-day worries…<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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15 –\u00a0GO FOR A WALK IN THE BEAUJOLAIS\u00a0<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Keen walkers will love the rolling hills of the Beaujolais region<\/strong> that are excellent for themed, wine-related walks. Get fit as you discover the vineyards that shape this region, the charming villages in the Pierre Dor\u00e9es area, the medieval remains or just the greenery and the countryside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Beaujolais<\/strong> region<\/strong> awaits!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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