Tourism
What to visit in Mâcon?
Saint-Vincent Cathedral
The Old Saint-Vincent is the historical district of Mâcon where you will find its first building, the Saint-Vincent Cathedral built from the 11th century. The building, constructed in memory of Saint Vincent of Saragossa (one of the Patron Saints of Winemakers), was completed three centuries later. However, its history is rich with twists and turns as it was built on unstable ground and survived wars until the Revolution when it was partially demolished.
The Cathedral is easily recognizable, notably thanks to its two octagonal towers of different heights. Additionally, you will notice that a part of the facade of the Mâcon Cathedral meticulously details 5 scenes of the "Last Judgment"; a beautiful architectural work.
The Saône Riverbanks
In Mâcon, the boss is Lamartine!
The French poet, born in Mâcon in 1790, shines from the top of his statue, placed in front of the Town Hall, located on the Lamartine Esplanade facing the Quay... Lamartine. This first quay of the Saône is the most famous thanks to this esplanade where numerous events take place, such as the recent reception of the Tour de France or Mâcon's summer festival: "L'été Frappé," which highlights jazz.
When strolling on the Lamartine esplanade, you will surely have a sudden desire to recite these few verses... Don't worry, you won't be alone...
"Thus, always driven towards new shores,
In the eternal night carried away without return,
Will we never be able on the ocean of ages
To drop anchor for a single day?"
These few verses are from the poem "Le Lac" by Alphonse Lamartine
Accueil Vélo
at Brit Hotel Mâcon Centre Gare
Our Brit Hotel is certified as Bike-Friendly. But what does the Bike-Friendly label mean?
According to the label's website, ""Bike-Friendly" is a nationwide brand that guarantees quality reception and services along cycling routes for cyclists on itineraries."
Therefore, a "Bike-Friendly" place can be not only an accommodation (like ours) but also a bicycle repair shop, a tourist site, or even a restaurant.
The main idea is that in these "Bike-Friendly" places, our cycling friends have all the necessary means to be well received with their equipment. All these "Bike-Friendly" points are, of course, close to the cycling routes you are exploring.
We are delighted to be labeled Bike-Friendly and thus welcome you with confidence to relax in one of our 58 rooms.
Activities in Mâcon