You may have been lured to the Côte d’Or by the prospect of some memorable oenological experiences, but I suspect that one of the enchanting towns will swipe you off your feet before you can take your first sip of wine.
From medieval hilltop villages clinging to rocky slopes to elegant towns where airy squares are livened by colourful carousels; from stamp-sized hamlets nestled among prestigious vineyards to fairytale-like burgs huddled around majestic castles, there is enough variety to please even the fussy among us.
In this article, you will find a guide to shortlist all this beauty. I have included practical details on what to do and how to reach these fairytale spots. Look no further – these are the best villages of Burgundy’s Côte d’Or. 

As my trip to Burgundy approached, I grew quietly worried that perhaps Burgundy wasn’t where I would have ‘chosen’ to go after all. Why? Because I had always assumed that Burgundy was all about one thing: wine. And, despite enjoying the occasional glass with a nice meal, my knowledge of wine is amateurish at best.
However, in less than three weeks Burgundy won me over completely. I arrived a hesitant, slightly sceptical visitor, and left a staunch supporter of everything Burgundian. Yes, it is that easy to fall in love with this region.
So, if you think Burgundy isn’t for you because you are not passionate enough about wine to plan a trip around it, please read this article and allow me to explain why this part of France might be just the place for you too.