Getting There -- The best way to reach Dijon is by driving. From Paris, follow A6 southeast to Pouilly-en-Auxois, and then go east along A38 into Dijon. Dijon also has excellent rail and bus connections to the rest of Europe. A total of 13 TGV trains arrive from Paris's Gare de Lyon each day (trip time: 1 hr., 45 min.); the one-way fare is 35€ to 50€ ($46-$65). Trains arrive from Lyon every hour (trip time: 2 hr.; 25€/$33 one-way). For information, call tel. 08-92-35-35-35.
Visitor Information -- The Office de Tourisme is at 34 rue des Forges (tel. 03-80-44-11-44; fax 03-80-30-90-02; www.dijon-tourism.com).
Special Events -- Between the end of June and the beginning of August, the streets of Dijon experience a lively renaissance when Estivade (tel. 03-80-74-51-95) comes to town. The festival uses the city's streets as a stage for folk dances, music, and theater. It's always a big hit. You can get a schedule of events from the city tourist office or La Mairie (the town hall; tel. 03-80-30-51-51).
Dijon Travel Experiences
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Dijon
Hopped off the train at Dijon at 5:30am (btw the young Italian conductor on this train is my fav yet ;) ). Went to a cafe at the tra... Continue reading »
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Barging in Burgundy, France on my self converted...
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Sojour Bourguignon
une petite semaine tres sympathique, grace a l'hospitalité de Claire et Francois, les parents de Mathilde qui nous ont acceuilli (JC, Vin... Continue reading »
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[35] Dijon is Not Just Mustard, You Know
Dijon as in "Do you have any Grey Poupon?" is in the heart of burgundy. I’m not a real fan of mustard, so guess what we concentrated on?... Continue reading »
