BED AND BREAKFAST IN SAONE ET LOIRE  

Discover the department of SAÔNE ET LOIRE in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region with a stay in a bed and breakfast is a rewarding experience and a chance

to discover unique places with delicious food and well - preserved traditions as well as welcoming landscapes rich in wildlife and plant life.     

French territory located in the Bourgogne-Franche-Comté region bordered to the south by the foothills of the Monts du Lyonnais and further northwest by the Morvan Massif ,the SAONE ET LOIRE department substantial in size and covering an area of 8,575 square kilometers , is a radiant land that enchants with its rich heritage and the beauty of its natural spaces which are also very interesting to discover during unusual stays particularly in typical bed and breakfasts imbued

with local colors and traditions, whether for a weekend or a longer holiday, these packages of homestays which have

been developing particularly since the 1950s, including at the present currently there is a database of 47.000 owners

for 60,000 accommodations certified by around twenty labels such as those Clévacances, Gite de France, Clé Verte or

Pavillon Bleu are also part of a development approach sustainable and well-balanced with the values of ecotourism and

the promotion of rural tourism, which is reflected both in the choice of materials for the design and renovation of living and accommodation spaces and for the catering and local produce that are a delight to taste and enjoy at the family

table in company of the inhabitants in addition to well-preserved local Burgundian gastronomic traditions such as the Charolais beef , Mâconnais goat cheese and déliciuos Bresse poultry good local wines like Moulin à Vent or taste the

Beaujolais appellations made from the grape variety Gamay wines are complemented by the additional activities often

including sporting activities such as magnificent walks which can be found in particular along the Canal Du Charollais in Digoin as in Paray Le Monial or in the city of Mâcon as in welcoming cities such as Cluny or Autun . "The quality of the

welcome from our guests are of paramount importance because, beyond the shared passion for local produce and the countryside we also place great value on conviviality hospitality and the promotion of the local customs and traditions

In addition Saône-et-Loire a region boasting radiant landscapes and discovering such unique and diverse places is also

very interesting, whether as part of a longer stay sports activities also include hikes in the forest or along its rivers as

well as complemented by discovery local gastronomic specialties can be enjoyed by local producers and markets such as those in Chalon-sur-Saône, Romenay, Tournus, and Lessard-en-Bresse, which, in addition to their convivial atmosphere offer the opportunity to be oneself in the life of this great region." said Catherine owner of 4 guest rooms in La Clayette

Unique And Welcoming Places

Visiting Saône-et-Loire and staying in a bed and breakfast is a wonderful experience, where you can discover unique

places awash with colour, sometimes shrouded in morning mist that blankets the foothills , landscapes and valleys like

a cloud, bringing an Impressionist painting to mind . The diversity of these enchanting places is a joy to explore, while

showcasing the full variety of our regions and the ecotourism practices that help protect our environment include the rich diversity of local wildlife and plant life , which you can discover as you explore its rivers and forests , such as the Planoise Forest . Look out for species including the European otter and birds such as the Montagu’s harrier, whose sometimes ceremonial movements are fascinating to watch as their reflections over the rivers like the Arroux in a great play of colours.” Jacques and Béatrice LISSAN, originally from TOURS, tell me.They came with their family to stay in two

bed and breakfasts in Saint-Vallier , near Mont Saint-Vincent. “ The great thing about bed and breakfasts is the variety

lfrom the different types of stays whether short medium or long to the properties and their locations, with a range of

options and prices to suit every budget.”  says Jean François GENDRE, who owns bed and breakfasts in Montchanin, as

does Philippe ESPINASSE, who manages and rents out wooden cabins and a bed and breakfast in Milly Lamartine, near Roche de Solutré. Set in colourful surroundings , often with surprises around every corner unusual stays in bed and

breakfasts unusual stays in bed and breakfasts are unforgettable. Whether exploring the forests beautiful towns with

character or rivers, travelling around Saône-et-Loire lets you discover places preserved in their original state where

unique and welcoming places invite you to stop and unwind. Well-appointed rest stops offer a friendly place to take a break between hikes, delighting young and old alike.The natural landscapes also offer plenty of opportunities for warm

encounters as well as unique places that showcase the best of nature. These accessible getaways, which are growing in popularity, are also a great way to discover our vibrant regions from a different perspective.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 

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