FLEURS DE VIGNE FESTIVAL

  

Saturday 30th May 2026

in Auxerre and the Yonne vineyards

At the Abbaye Saint-Germain

Auxerre

> From 10 a.m.: activities in the cloister of the Abbey

 

Video game: Come and discover the secrets of winemaking in ancient Greece through the Discovery Tour by Ubisoft, an educational mode from Assassin’s Creed. You’ll explore the settings of the famous game !

>Free, no reservation required

 

Exhibition Workshop “Wine: A Drink of Men and Gods”

Journey into the Gallo-Roman world: discover with your family the exhibition workshop “Wine: A Drink of Men and Gods,” presented by the historical reenactment association Enarro. Designed to turn learning into a sensory experience, this unique visit will immerse you in the heart of ancient history, where wine becomes the key to understanding the many facets of Roman civilization.

> Free, no reservation required

 

Exhibition “Vignerons x1000” by Pierre Maraval, highlighting the faces of the men and women who shape winemaking expertise.

 > Free, no reservation required

 

Sensory experience: discover the aromas of Burgundy wines at the Aroma Cellar. 

 > Free, no reservation required

 

Guided tour at 3:00 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.: “1,000 Years of Wine in Saint-Germain” 

 > Free, no reservation required

 

6pm > 7pm : Veni, Vidi, Bibi Show

Immerse yourself in this playful and enlightening performance, and explore the world of wine through a refreshingly original and humorous lens.

>Free, no reservation required

 

From 7pm : A Country evening in the abbay gardens to celebrate the Chablis appellation

The gardens of Saint-Germain Abbey will come alive with a Bistrot de pays (country bistro) and wine bar, welcoming vignerons from the Chablis appellation. 

All accompanied by the band Swing Shady
> Free admission. Catering on site


Guided tours

Visit Passes

This year, take advantage of our 4 exclusive passes that open the doors to unique and not-to-be-missed tours, to make the most of your day of exploration. 

 

Don't miss the exceptional opportunity to visit the Clock Tower, accessible only with these passes!

The Pass includes:

  • Guided tour of the Clock Tower

  • Discovery of the Clos de la Chaînette

  • 1000 years of wine history at Saint-Germain Abbey

  • Œnobus (wine lovers bus) tour of the Auxerrois and Chablis regions

Price: €30

As places are limited, time slots are defined in advance.

Full details and booking: HERE

 

Book your pass now and enjoy a unique day of wine and heritage !

Le Clos de la Chaînette

Auxerre

For the Fleurs de Vigne Festival, the Clos de la Chaînette Estate is exceptionally open and offering 45-minute guided tours.

 

A complimentary Fleurs de Vigne glass will be given to you during the tour. Meet in front of the Clos de la Chaînette gate at the intersection of the Paris roundabout and Boulevard de la Chaînette.

 

Reservations required

Departures at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m., and 3:00 p.m.

Price : €10

 

>Information and reservations: Auxerre Tourist Office at +33 3 86 52 06 19 or here.

1000 ans de vin à Saint-Germain

Auxerre

Discover the winemaking roots of the Abbey of Saint-Germain with our guide.

 

From Germain l'Auxerrois to the daring sale of bottled wines from the Clos de la Chaînette by the Benedictine monks on the eve of the Revolution, follow step by step the evolution of a place that has never ceased to combine working the land and spirituality.

 

Departures at 3 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. from the abbey reception.

> Free, no reservation required. 

 



Oenobus

In the Vineyards

"Vineyards Auxerre" Tour

Explore the Auxerre vineyards aboard the Oenobus, using the "Hop-on Hop-off" principle (pick-up and drop-off in each village of your choice) with scenic commentary provided by a tour guide. Hop-on and hop-off in each village is optional.

 

Maximum 19 people per shuttle.

Meet at Quai de la République at the corner of Rue Lebeuf for the shuttle departure.

Departures every 45 minutes between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.

 

Price: €8

>Oenobus Auxerrois Reservation

 

"Auxerre / Chablis City of Burgundy Climats and Wines" Tour

Departing from Auxerre, the Oenobus will take you to the Chablis Wine City: a great opportunity to discover the village of Chablis and visit its cellars.

 Meet at Quai de la République at the corner of Rue Lebeuf for the shuttle departure.

 

Departures from Auxerre at 10:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., 12:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m., and 4:00 p.m.

 Departure from Chablis to Auxerre at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m., and 5:30 p.m.

 

ROUTE: Auxerre, Quai de la Marine (drop-off point) / Chablis, City of Burgundy Wines and Climats / Auxerre Quai de la Marine.

 Maximum 19 people per shuttle.

 

Price: €8

>Oenobus Chablis reservations

 

>Information and reservations: Auxerre Tourist Office, www.ot-auxerre.fr, +33 3 86 52 06 19

 

In the meantime, discover the Burgundy vineyards of Chablis and Grand Auxerrois seen from above