The Climats in Meursault have been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015. The town’s characteristic architectural ensemble includes the Saint-Nicolas church, classified as a Cluniac site; the ensemble also includes a Renaissance château, washhouses, vaulted cellars and winegrowers’ houses.
Those planning a stay in Meursault may wish to rent a holiday apartment.
Culture and history
The leprosarium at the entrance to Meursault is a renovated Romanesque building.
Several historic buildings can be found in the surrounding area of Meursault: Château de La Rochepot is a castle, as is Coraboeuf. Abbaye Notre-Dame de Maizières is a historic site, while Collégiale Notre Dame is classified as a church.
Nature
A botanical educational trail runs through the Saint-Christophe site and is suitable for a family-friendly walk. From there, visitors can enjoy views of the vineyards and the village; the trail also provides information about the Climats de Bourgogne.
Wine and gastronomy
Distillerie du Clos Saint-Joseph offers a visit to the distillery with a tasting.
Manoir des Parcellaires de Saulx offers private tours of its cellars and manor house.
At Château de Meursault, a tour of the cellars and woodland garden provides information about the history of the estate and its wines, its expertise, and its commitment to agroecology.
Accessibility
Meursault can be reached by car, train, bicycle and local transport services.
