From Autun to Alesia, archaeology in Burgundy
2024
For a weekend, take the role of an archaeologist and unearth the buried mysteries of the Romans and the Gauls
Discover the wonders of Autun with a guided tour of the Gallo-Roman monuments: the Temple of Janus, the Saint-André and Arroux gates, the ramparts and the Roman Theater.
Visit the site of Bibracte, which is the subject of annual excavations by researchers from all over Europe. Taste the Gallic gastronomy, explore the archaeological site and the museum and taste ancient wines.
Discover the Museo-park of Alesia. A place of history and memory, this site is part of the national heritage since the famous battle between Caesar and Vercingetorix. The scenographic tour retraces this battle. You will also see the remains of the Gallo-Roman city at the top of Mount Auxois.This historical journey will be engraved in your memory. You will leave with a wealth of knowledge that you will be able to share with your friends and family.
Highlights of the trip
During your stay you can enjoy the following highlights: Culture / Heritage, Discovery, Nature travel.
Best months to go
The best time(s) to go is/are : Avril, Mai, Juin, Juillet, Août, Septembre, Octobre, Novembre.
How to get there?
You can get there by , Car, Tourism bus.
OFFICE DE TOURISME DU GRAND AUTUNOIS MORVAN
From 195€ à 200€ / person
Travel suitable for :
Detail of the stay : From Autun to Alesia, archaeology in Burgundy - 2 days
On the program on day 1
Steps: Autun
The morning will be devoted to a guided tour of the Gallo-Roman monuments of Autun: the Temple of Janus, the Saint-André gate and the Arroux gate, the ramparts and the ancient theater.
Then you will go to the Bibracte site for a Gallic lunch. In the afternoon, you will follow a guided tour of the Bibracte archeological site and the Museum. Then, taste ancient wines or cervoise (Bibracte beer).
Return to Autun for dinner and overnight at the hotel.
On the program on day 2
Steps: Alise-Sainte-Reine
After your breakfast, head for Alise-Sainte-Reine to visit the Alesia Museopark. The scenographic tour retraces the battle between Caesar and Vercingetorix. Outside, you will also see the most spectacular: the life-size reconstitution of a hundred meters of fortifications and a part of the Roman camp.
You will have lunch at the restaurant.
Finally, you will take a guided tour of the remains of the Gallo-Roman city at the top of Mont Auxois.
