Dijon Map, France

Dijon History

Dijon History began quite late compared to the “birth” of other French cities, as this Roman settlement known as Castrum Divionese, has many times been destroyed by numerous attacks and fires. The town is considered to date from 1015, when Robert I decided to settle the capital of his duchy here. This has helped Dijon turn into a place of extraordinary wealth and social power and one of Europe’s most important... read more

Dijon Travel Guide

If you are traveling by car, take the highway A6 from Paris or Lyon. From Besancon by highway A36/A39 and from Orleans A6/A38. By train: with more then 20, 000 voyagers by day, Dijon Railway Station is one of the most important in the region. From Paris take the 2 hour train from Gare de Lyon. Or if you come from London, then the Eurostar will take you directly to Dijon. By plane: There is Aéroport Dijon Longvic with... read more

Dijon Sightseeing

Dijon is famous for the architectural beauties, les Hotels, meaning the town hotels. Built in the 15, 16, 17 or 18th century, these imposing buildings make Dijon a charming city to visit. You should walk by or enter the Hotel Berbisey, which combines stone and wood and the Hotel Bouchu, with a rigorous front and decorated with wall ties at the angles and the windows. It would be a pity not to visit La Maison de Trois... read more

Dijon Nightlife

Everybody knows that the French cuisine is one of the best in the world. Once you arrive in Dijon you should definitely try the tasty cheese and the flavored wine that all people from all over the world talk about. There are many restaurants in Dijon such as: Le Pré aux Clercs Restaurant, La Musarde Restaurant, Bouchon du Palais Restaurant, La Route Blanche Restaurant or Auberge de la Charme Restaurant. read more