Mâcon, Administrative center in Saône-et-Loire, France
Description
Mâcon sits on the western bank of the Saône and stretches in a long line of stone buildings following the river's course. The stone Pont Saint-Laurent from the 14th century connects both banks and leads straight into the historic center with its winding streets.
History
The Celtic settlement Matisco later became a Roman stronghold positioned on the route between Lyon and the north. From the year 536 onward, the town served as an episcopal seat, a role it maintained until the French Revolution in 1790.
Culture
Wine cellars along the old town open their doors for on-site tastings, where winemakers sell bottles directly to visitors. Throughout the narrow lanes, signs bearing vineyard names hang everywhere, pointing to this region's long connection with viticulture.
Practical
The pedestrian zone in the old town center makes it easy to reach all the main points on foot, while parking areas are available near the riverfront. A walk across the bridge offers a wide view of both banks and the surrounding hills dotted with vineyards.
Did you know?
The Museum of Ursulines occupies a former convent and displays rotating exhibitions on local history and artworks from the region. Every May, a major wine fair takes place here, drawing visitors from across the country and presenting local Chardonnay wines.
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Mâcon Cathedral
207 m
Pont Saint-Laurent
437 m
Musée des Ursulines
107 m
Église Saint-Pierre de Mâcon
296 m
Church of St Vincent
83 m
Maison de Bois
253 m
Hospice de la Charité
412 m
Château de Beaulieu
4.5 km
Hôtel-Dieu de Mâcon
291 m
Château d'Hurigny
5.8 km
Église Saint-Clément de Mâcon
1.3 km
Château Saint-Jean
6.5 km
Hôtel de ville de Mâcon
395 mMusée du Parfum
3.8 km
Château de Saint-Léger
5.3 km
Hôtel Senecé
191 m
Pont François-Mitterrand
1 km
Château du Parc
3.4 km
Île Saint-Jean
3.5 km
Chapelle Saint-Criat de Verchizeuil
9.2 km
Château de Sancé dit Château Lapalus
4 kmChâteau de Salornay
4.1 kmCouvent des Ursulines de Mâcon
96 mChâteau de Condemine
4.2 km
Château de Verneuil
4.5 km
Le Théâtre
1.1 km
Tour des Archives départementales de Saône-et-Loire
325 m
Hôtel de préfecture de Saône-et-Loire
233 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
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