25 Unforgettable Places to Go in 2026: Burgundy

The big opening for 2026 in Burgundy is Château La Commaraine. The 12th-century property, set on a 7.41-acre wine estate, has been fully renovated and reimagined as a five-star hotel. Along with a spa and 37 stunning rooms (book the one with the views of the vat room), Château La Commaraine will have a bar in a 14th-century tower, two restaurants, and a winery offering tours and tastings.

Photo: Pierre Tual and Romain Berthiot

Also in early 2026 is the 82nd Saint-Vincent Tournante wine festival, an annual event that celebrates the patron saint of wine growers with parades, concerts, a mass, a banquet, and a lot of wine tastings. The host village rotates each year, and on January 24–25, 2026, the celebrations will take place in Dezize-lès-Maranges. If you can’t make those dates, Burgundy’s calendar is packed with wine-focused festivals throughout the year.

After months of upgrades to the high-speed line between Paris and Dijon, the trip in 2026 should be smoother and faster than before. Travelers can ride direct from Paris Gare de Lyon to Dijon in about 90 minutes.