Abbey / monastery
Abbaye la Pierre-qui-Vire
Abbaye Sainte-Marie de la Pierre-qui-Vire occupies a peaceful, secluded setting in the forests near Saint-Léger-Vauban. The Benedictine abbey is a rewarding destination for visitor…
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Sights and attractions in the Morvan
The Morvan is a green and authentic part of Burgundy, with forests, lakes, historic villages and a rich cultural heritage. This page brings together carefully selected places worth visiting, from well-known highlights such as Vézelay and Bibracte to waterfalls, viewpoints and small local museums.
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Historic centre
Basiliek Sainte-Marie-Madeleine
Basilique Sainte-Marie-Madeleine crowns the hill of Vézelay and ranks among Burgundy’s most important monuments. The Romanesque basilica is a UNESCO World Heritage site and has ser…
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Archaeology
Bibracte
In the heart of Burgundy, in the Morvan forest, at an altitude of 800 metres, lies Bibracte. The town of Bibracte, which was abandoned two thousand years ago, has now been brought…
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Museum
Bibracte Musée
The Bibracte museum is the ideal introduction to the archaeological site on Mont Beuvray. Its clear displays bring the former Gallic town to life through excavated objects, models…
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Waterfall
Cascade du Saut de Gouloux
Saut de Gouloux is a waterfall of roughly ten metres hidden in the forest near Gouloux. A short path leads from the car park through the trees; you hear the water before the cascad…
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Castle
chateau de bazoches
Château de Bazoches was the home and workplace of Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban, Louis XIV’s celebrated military engineer, who was born in the surrounding area. Here he and his st…
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Castle
Chateau de Chastellux
Château de Chastellux is an impressive family castle overlooking the Cure valley. Its contrasting architectural periods and long history of continuous occupation give the complex a…
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Castle
château d’epoisses
Château d’Époisses stands in the centre of the village famous for the cheese bearing the same name. Its enclosed gardens and courtyard provide a pleasant, quiet stop and are genera…
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Abbey / monastery
Fontenay
Located in northern Burgundy, Fontenay Abbey was founded in 1118 by Saint Bernard of Clairvaux, one of France’s greatest saints, and is the oldest surviving Cistercian abbey in the…
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Lake
Lac de Chaumeçon
Lac de Chaumeçon is a large reservoir surrounded by greenery near Saint-Martin-du-Puy. It is suitable for swimming, fishing, canoeing, kayaking and paddleboarding, with equipment o…
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Lake
Lac des Settons
Lake Settons (known as “Les Cheutons” in the Morvan dialect of Burgundy) is a 366-hectare artificial lake, fed primarily by the waters of the Cure River, and located in the heart o…
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Lake
Lac du Crescent
Lac du Crescent is a peaceful reservoir in the northern Morvan, surrounded by wooded hills. A short walk links the car park with the water and picnic tables. The lake is suitable f…
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Lake
Lac du Pont
Lac de Pont, close to Semur-en-Auxois, offers plenty for a summer day out. Visitors can swim from the beach, fish, walk and hire a boat. The recreation area has toilets, a snack ba…
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Lake
Lac Saint Agnan
In our view, Lac Saint-Agnan is one of the most beautiful and peaceful lakes in the Morvan. Surrounded by woodland and open banks, it is a lovely place for swimming, picnicking, fi…
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Museum
MDAM - Collection Zervos
Nestled in the heart of Vézelay, on the ‘eternal hill’, the Musée Départemental d’Art Moderne (MDAM) offers a fascinating introduction to modern art. Housed in a historic building…
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Museum
Musée Vauban
A museum dedicated to the life and work of Sébastien Le Prestre de Vauban, born in May 1633 in Saint-Léger-Vauban and who died on 30 March 1707 in Paris. The Vauban Museum pays tri…
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Viewpoint
Rocher de la Pérouse
Rocher de la Pérouse is an atmospheric viewpoint near Quarré-les-Tombes, tucked among the forests and rock formations of the Morvan. From the rock you look out across the region’s…
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Open Morvan ExplorerThe sights of the Morvan are spread across a large rural area. It is therefore useful to combine a visit with a nearby walk, market, restaurant or lake. Morvan Explorer provides practical information, photos and the exact position of each place on the map.
Culture lovers can visit Vézelay, Château de Bazoches and the archaeological site of Bibracte. Nature lovers will find waterfalls, granite rock formations, panoramic viewpoints and quiet waterside locations. Small villages and local museums also offer an insight into the history and daily life of the region.
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Frequently asked questions
Frequently asked questions
What are the best-known attractions in the Morvan?
Vézelay, Bibracte, Château de Bazoches, Saut de Gouloux and the major lakes are among the best-known places.
Are dogs allowed at attractions?
Dogs are welcome at many outdoor sites, usually on a lead. Rules at museums, castles and protected areas may be different.
How much time should I allow for a visit?
A viewpoint or waterfall often takes one or two hours. Allow half a day or a full day for Vézelay, Bibracte or several combined visits.
Can I combine an attraction with a walk?
Yes. Many sights are close to walking routes, lakes or villages. Morvan Explorer shows related places nearby.
Are attractions open all year?
Natural sites are often accessible throughout the year, while museums, castles and visitor centres usually have seasonal opening hours.