Highlights of the stay
- Pygmalion, Dardanus and Platée by Rameau
- Bach's St John Passion
- 1 dinner
- Visit and tasting at the Patriache cellars
- Visit (in French)
- 3 nights in the hotel of your choice
- 24-hour Music & Opera assistant
For wine lovers everywhere, Beaune in Burgundy not only conjures up a host of delights, but also a wonderful page in French history. The Hospices de Beaune, a masterpiece of medieval architecture, is as famous as the famous wine market. The capital of Burgundy wines, Beaune boasts prestigious cellars and a refined gastronomy to be savoured along its picturesque streets. Every year, music lovers flock to this town of art and history to attend the International Baroque Opera Festival, a veritable institution and one of the most exciting events of the musical summer.
The weekend devoted to the genius composers Bach and Rameau (both born within two years of each other) boasts a most exciting line-up. Few baroque music festivals bring together the finest vocal and instrumental artists each season. Olivier Fortin conducts Rameau's Pygmalion (with Cyril Auvity and Judith van Wanroij among others), while Dardanus, the great and thrilling masterpiece, is performed by Camille Poul, Marie Perbost, Thomas Dolié and Reinoud Van Mechelen. The perfect tenor is also a captivating conductor, leading Bach's St John Passion with a host of superb voices. With harpsichordists Lucie Chabart and Baptiste Guittet offering a transcription of Platée directed by Timothée Gasselin, a host of events await festival-goers, including dinners, a private guided tour and, of course, a few glasses of wine from the Hospices de Beaune!
Program
- Friday 18 July 2025: Arrival & Pygmalion
Saturday 19 July 2025: Visit, dinner & Dardanus
Sunday 20 July 2025 : St John Passion by Bach & Platée by Rameau for two harpsichords
Monday 21 July 2025 : Departure from Beaune
Arrival in Beaune & Rameau's Pygmalion evening
- Arrival at your hotel in Beaune
- Check-in at the hotel of your choice
- 9:00 pm, performance of Rameau's opera Pygmalion in the Basilica
- Night in the hotel of your choice
Visit & Dinner & Rameau's Dardanus evening
- Breakfast at the hotel
- 2:30 pm, guided musical tour departing from the Tourist Office
- 7:00 pm, pre-concert dinner at the Hospices (in the Chambre du Roy of the Hôtel-Dieu), 3 courses + 4 glasses of Hospices de Beaune wine
- 9:00 pm, performance of Rameau's opera Dardanus in the Cour des Hospices
- Night in your hotel
Bach's La Passion selon Saint Jean & your evening with Platée.
- Breakfast at the hotel
- 11.00 am, visit and tasting at the Patriache cellars
- 5.00 pm, performance of Bach's St John Passion in the Basilica
- 9:30 pm, Platée by Rameau for two harpsichords in the Chapelle des Visitandines
- Night in your hotel
Departure
- Breakfast in your hotel
- Departure
Program
Festival de Beaune - Basilique
Conductor
Olivier FortinDirector
Concert VersionPerformers
Cyril AuvityHannah Ely
Judith van Wanroij
Marie-Frédérique Girod
Choeurs
Ensemble Masques
Conductor
Emmanuel Resche-CasertaPerformers
Reinoud Van MechelenCamille Poul
Thomas Dolié
Marie Perbost
Stephan MacLeod
Choeurs
Choeur de Chambre de NamurLes Ambassadeurs ~ La Grande Écurie
Conductor
Reinoud Van MechelenPerformers
Reinoud Van MechelenTomás Král
Lore Binon
Alex Potter
Robert Getchell
Tobias Berndt
Choeurs
a nocte temporis
Lucie Chabard
Director
Timothée GasselinPerformers
Baptiste GuittetLucie Chabard
Guided Tours
To make your stay as enjoyable as possible, we suggest a musical tour of the town of Beaune.
Visit in French
Visit & tasting
The Caves Patriarche Père & Fils in Beaune are among the largest in Burgundy, stretching over 5 km of underground galleries in a former 17th-century convent. Founded in 1780, the estate houses nearly 2 million aging bottles. The visit, enhanced with interactive displays, concludes with a tasting of fine Burgundy wines. A captivating experience blending history, architecture, and oenology, making it a must-visit for wine lovers.
Accommodations
Maison 1896 - 5*
Maison 1896 is a charming boutique hotel in the heart of Beaune. This beautifully restored historic building combines elegance and comfort with 16 refined rooms, luxurious bathrooms, and stylish decor. Its restaurant, Slanted Door Beaune, offers modern Vietnamese cuisine by chef Charles Phan. Just steps from the Hospices de Beaune, it’s the perfect place for a stay in Burgundy, blending gastronomy and heritage.
Tarifs
Tradition Queen double room (2)
€1,443 / pers.Tradition Queen double room (1)
€2,202 / pers.Programmes and prices are subject to change made by venues and providers.Availability has to be confirmed at the time of booking.
Le clos Sainte Marguerite
Le Clos Sainte-Marguerite, formerly Chez les Fatien, is an elegant 14th-century residence in the heart of Beaune. This historic townhouse offers four luxurious suites, combining historical charm with modern comfort. Guests can enjoy a local breakfast, a peaceful garden, and easy access to the Hospices de Beaune. Its intimate and refined atmosphere makes it the perfect destination for a getaway in Burgundy’s vineyards, blending heritage, gastronomy, and relaxation.
Tarifs
Suite Duplex 100m2 (2)
€1,443 / pers.Chambre retour des Indes (1)
€2,107 / pers.Programmes and prices are subject to change made by venues and providers.Availability has to be confirmed at the time of booking.
Hôtel Le Central Boutique Beaune - 3* - France
The Central Boutique Hotel is a 3-star establishment ideally located opposite the Hospices de Beaune, in the heart of the historic center. Housed in a 15th-century former inn, it combines historic charm with modern comfort, offering 23 renovated rooms equipped with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Nearby, the Dame Tartine by Edgar restaurant serves regional cuisine. Its prime location makes it the perfect base to explore Beaune’s cultural and gastronomic treasures.
Tarifs
Superior double room (2 pers)
€1,268 / pers.Double room (Use for 1 pers)
€1,656 / pers.Programmes and prices are subject to change made by venues and providers.Availability has to be confirmed at the time of booking.
The price includes
- Accommodation
- Show seats
- Excursions
- Meals mentioned
- Personal Travel Assistant
The price does not include
- Transfers
- Assistance
- Tips
- Flights
- Tax
- Drinks and Meals
Practical information
For each country, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs (http://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/fr/conseils-aux-voyageurs) publishes travel advice sheets on its website. You will find the latest recommendations on safety, formalities and health. We strongly recommend that you consult these sources of information regularly, right up until the day before your departure.