Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé

Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé is a small commune in Saône-et-Loire characterized by rolling agricultural land and traditional rural architecture. The village sits within a landscape of open fields, grazing areas, and scattered stone buildings that define the Burgundy countryside.

The commune emerged as an agricultural settlement and retained its rural character through centuries of development. Its architecture and layout show how the village adapted to changing needs while maintaining connection to the land.

Local residents, known as Scisséens and Scisséennes, maintain strong community bonds through regular gatherings and traditional festivals throughout the year.

The village is best explored on foot to appreciate the landscape and traditional buildings at a leisurely pace. Since it lacks major tourist facilities, plan ahead to learn about local highlights before your visit.

The commune features a distinctive combination of gentle hills, agricultural lands, and preserved architecture that reflects the typical landscape of eastern France.

Location: canton of Lugny

Location: Saône-et-Loire

Location: arrondissement of Mâcon

Industry: administration publique générale

Shares border with: Bissy-la-Mâconnaise, Azé, Blanot, Lugny, Péronne

Address: 71260 Saint-Gengoux-de-Scissé, France

Phone: +33385332061

Email: mairie.stgs@wanadoo.fr

Website: http://saint-gengoux-de-scisse.fr

GPS coordinates: 46.46472,4.77556

Latest update: December 14, 2025 11:02