This Hôtel-Dieu workshop examines culinary heritage through the kitchen, apothecary and herb garden. Visitors follow the history of hospital meals through tastings, olfactory exercises and commentary by Marie-France Bravard of Ateliers Vins & Parfums. Sessions take place on selected Saturdays in Beaune.
Region: Burgundy-Franche-Comté
Soirée Rock-Bebop in Avallon: Bebop Night
Jean Marie ECAY and his quartet for an electrifying evening of bebop rock on August 15, 2026, at the Terrasses du Bel Air in Avallon. Jean Marie, a known French guitarist of Basque origin, has collaborated with jazz and world music icons such as Billy Cobham and Joan Baez. His blend of impeccable technique and lively grooves captivates audiences, ensuring an programme. The concert features ECAY’s featured trio, including Christophe CRAVERO on piano and violin, who adds to setting, and the rhythmically skilled Yoann SCHMIDT on drums. Together, they create an energetic performance, while the mysterious bassist remains a surprise, adding to the excitement.
Haut-Doubs Bike Festival in Les Fourgs: Cycling Fun
The Haut-Doubs Bike Festival is a established gravel event for cycling and nature enthusiasts. Set in the historic Haut-Doubs, it offers a range of routes, from gravel circuits to mountain bike trails, suitable and skill levels. Special events are available for families, aimed at introducing young riders to cycling in a fun and safe environment. Visitors can also the Salon des Terroirs, where local producers offer the authentic flavors of the region. Throughout the weekend, attend open-air concerts that enhance the festive setting, making the programme a true celebration of sport, nature, and community.
Martsi de Jonzy in Saint-Julien-de-Jonzy: Monthly Market
Martsi, a patois word for market, takes place on the third Friday of each month in Saint-Julien-de-Jonzy. Local producers offer meat, vegetables, fruits, cheeses, honey, and mushrooms. The programme includes live music throughout the evening. A refreshment bar offers local beer, wine, apple juice, and syrups. Craftsmen and local associations enhance the visit, and visitors can either take food away or dine at large tables on site.
Rencontres musicales de Vézelay: Vocal Festival
The Rencontres musicales de Vézelay is a vocal festival featuring over twenty concerts across four days in the Basilica of Sainte-Marie-Madeleine and local village church. Embracing a rich diversity of music, the festival presents performances ranging from medieval to contemporary genres. Each evening culminates in concerts at 9pm, with additional shows at 4pm on Sundays, allowing nearly 1,000 visitors to revel in vocal talent from across Europe. This expressive setting and superb acoustics create an for all. Every year, around 10,000 music enthusiasts gather on the “eternal hill,” celebrating both vocal artistry and cultural heritage in a warm and friendly setting.
Fête du Sapin Président in Les Fourgs: Weekend Festivities
The Fête du Sapin Président in Les Fourgs is a weekend celebration filled with music, food, and fun. The programme begins the festivities on Friday evening with an Apéro-concert starring Les Sapins Bleus, featuring a spread of cheese, charcuterie, and regional beers. Saturday is all about the Big Top Ball, where the energy ramps up with performances from FiftyFive Horsemen and Spiders Bal, plus DJ Tanguy spinning music for an exhilarating dance party. Visitors are encouraged to dress in cycling attire, presenting their best shorts and jerseys for the occasion. On Sunday, the celebrations continue with an open-air mass followed by concerts by JO and Mélo. A mountain bike race presents both young and old to test their speed in a festive setting, and a Draizienne race caters to the little ones. The evening wraps up with a lively ball under the big top, featuring music by Benoit Chabod, a giant tartiflette to replenish energy, and fireworks to cap off the programme ly. This is a weekend of community spirit and attendment that you won’t want to miss!
Aviation Discovery Course in Pouilloux: Flight Experience
The Aviation introduction Course, hosted by the Aéroclub du Bassin Minier, provides an introduction to aeronautics. Visitors will cover flight dynamics, piloting basics, and life at the aeroclub during a morning or afternoon session. The program culminates in a 30-minute flight programme, giving visitors a view of the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region from the skies. Specific for those aged 14 and older, the programme offers an active learning opportunity for aviation enthusiasts. the thrill of powered flight firsthand!
Bach Festival in Meursault: Double Bass Showcase
The Festival de Bach à Bacchus presents a specific concert with double bassist Lorraine Campet, recently honored as Instrumental Soloist of the Year at the 2025 Victoires de la musique classique. Celebrating her debut album, “Âmes Sœurs,” Campet, with pianist Nathanaël Gouin, will present works by iconic composers like Schubert and Beethoven alongside pieces by the lesser-known Josephine Lang. Taking place on July 12, 2026, at Église Saint-Nicolas in Meursault, this concert presents an auditory that highlights the expressive potential of the double bass. Together, Campet and Gouin create a dialogue of depth and emotion, exploring the richness of Romanticism. Their performance will present technical skill while revealing the emotive power of the music
Parfums & Vins in Jura: A Sensory Journey
Parfums & Vins du Jura examines the link between olfactory families and Jura wines. Led by Tiphaine at La Bulle à Parfums, the workshop covers floral, woody, fruity and spicy aromas before applying them to selected wines. The small-group format focuses on aroma memory and sensory vocabulary for wine tasting.