Day Itinerary
7 Activities
Day 4
328 mi
A Surprising Day With a Visit to Auxerre, a Wine Tasting, and a Stop in a Leisure Park
Before going back to the starting point in Geneva, let's discover this fourth day full of surprises. It will start with a visit to Auxerre and its half-timbered houses. Then, after a great lunch in a gastronomic restaurant, you’ll have the opportunity to taste some of the most popular French wines in Pommard. One last stop at Touroparc Zoo to end on a high note.
50.8 mi
1 hr
10:0045 min
La Tour de l'Horloge
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Start the day by discovering the beautiful city of Auxerre – lose yourself in the narrow streets of the historic centre and see the surprising half-timbered houses.
The Clock Tower is one of the symbols of the city, and it has been under construction for the past two years. It has just been inaugurated in September 2022. For a little anecdote, the clock has been running since 1483. Also, don’t miss out on admiring the Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre Cathedral!
The Clock Tower is one of the symbols of the city, and it has been under construction for the past two years. It has just been inaugurated in September 2022. For a little anecdote, the clock has been running since 1483. Also, don’t miss out on admiring the Saint-Étienne d'Auxerre Cathedral!
91.2 mi
1 hr 40 min
12:301 hr
Clos du Cèdre
Restaurant
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Located in a magnificent 19th-century winegrower's house, the Clos du Cèdre is a gastronomic restaurant with one Michelin star.
The cuisine is inventive and draws its inspiration from the sources of the Burgundy region.
They have more than 600 wine references, with an important place for Burgundy wines.
Book your table here.
Opening Hours: Wednesday – Friday: For dinner Saturday and Sunday: For lunch and dinner Monday and Tuesday: Closed
If you happen to be here on the wrong day for lunch, you can have a look at La Ciboulette, an adorable café with a great deal of options.
Opening Hours of La Ciboulette: Wednesday – Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
The cuisine is inventive and draws its inspiration from the sources of the Burgundy region.
They have more than 600 wine references, with an important place for Burgundy wines.
Book your table here.
Opening Hours: Wednesday – Friday: For dinner Saturday and Sunday: For lunch and dinner Monday and Tuesday: Closed
If you happen to be here on the wrong day for lunch, you can have a look at La Ciboulette, an adorable café with a great deal of options.
Opening Hours of La Ciboulette: Wednesday – Sunday: 12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., 7:15 p.m. – 11:00 p.m.
2.8 mi
10 min
13:4545 min
Château De Pommard
Landmark
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Château de Pommard is the best place to learn more about Pinot Noir and Chardonnay – two great French wines.
There are several wine tastings possible at Château de Pommard. One of the most popular is the Route des Grands Crus. It lasts 45 minutes, but you have to book it in advance.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 10:30 a.m. (10:00 a.m. on Mondays) – 6:30 p.m.
There are several wine tastings possible at Château de Pommard. One of the most popular is the Route des Grands Crus. It lasts 45 minutes, but you have to book it in advance.
Opening Hours: Monday – Sunday: 10:30 a.m. (10:00 a.m. on Mondays) – 6:30 p.m.
64.8 mi
1 hr 10 min
15:401 hr 30 min
Touroparc Zoo
Zoo
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In Touroparc Zoo you can find a zoo as well as a leisure park, an aqua park, and two museums.
In the zoo part, there are more than 600 animals to observe. Good to know: you can also meet the animals with their trainers throughout the day. This allows you to share a special moment with an animal species and ask your questions.
Among the other activities to do in the park, there’s a carousel, a monorail, and even a treetop adventure park.
For more information, please visit the official website.
In the zoo part, there are more than 600 animals to observe. Good to know: you can also meet the animals with their trainers throughout the day. This allows you to share a special moment with an animal species and ask your questions.
Among the other activities to do in the park, there’s a carousel, a monorail, and even a treetop adventure park.
For more information, please visit the official website.
94.2 mi
1 hr 40 min
18:501 hr
Vitam Parc
Theme Park
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After four busy days, you’ve well earned a relaxing break in the whirlpool baths of Vitam Parc!
The wellness area includes indoor and outdoor swimming pools as well as a Roman-Irish course, which consists of a slow and progressive heating and cooling of the body by soaking in baths at various temperatures.
You can find and buy your pass online on the website.
Opening Hours: For more information, please visit the official website.
The wellness area includes indoor and outdoor swimming pools as well as a Roman-Irish course, which consists of a slow and progressive heating and cooling of the body by soaking in baths at various temperatures.
You can find and buy your pass online on the website.
Opening Hours: For more information, please visit the official website.
15.2 mi
30 min
20:301 hr
Jiva restaurant
Restaurant
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Inside the luxurious Jiva Hill Resort, near the Swiss border, Jiva Restaurant is one of the best places to eat in the region. They offer a modern bistronomic cuisine full of surprises and authenticity.
You can choose your dishes à la carte or let yourself be tempted by the tasting menu.
The menu changes five times a year according to the seasons, as everything is fresh. In addition to eating well, you’ll also benefit from a stunning clear view.
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: For lunch and dinner Sunday: For dinner Monday: Closed
Book your table online here.
The menu changes five times a year according to the seasons, as everything is fresh. In addition to eating well, you’ll also benefit from a stunning clear view.
Opening Hours: Tuesday – Saturday: For lunch and dinner Sunday: For dinner Monday: Closed
Book your table online here.