Eurostar to Dijon

For the perfect break in France, why not try a trip on one of the Eurostar's connection services to Dijon? Dijon lies in the East of France, and it is the capital of the Burgundy region. It has a rich and exciting history, as the city dates back to Roman times and is full of incredible architecture, particularly churches. If you're looking for something a little bit different for your next holiday, give Dijon a go.

About Dijon

One of the main sights to see during your stay is the Clémenceau Park. If you are the outdoorsy type, this is definitely worth an afternoon's trip for a bit of peace and quiet. The gardens are quite modern, designed only in the 1980s, but they are vast, covering over 5,500 square metres of land. The park itself lies amid urban life, so it's massively popular with people working in the business quarter looking to take a quiet lunch.

However, if you crave the history and culture of Dijon, you'll be more interested in the Cathedral. It dates back to the early 1200s, when construction began. But it was such a large project that it was not completed until the late 1300s. The title of 'Cathedral' was officially given to this former church after the French Revolution. The interior is spectacular, but make sure you explore the crypt of Saint Benignus, which is 1000 years old.

Another great idea is to explore the Archaeological Museum. Parts of the building were a Benedictine monastery, and so it is littered with relics dating from prehistoric eras to the Middle Ages. Items on display give visitors a fascinating insight into the history of man from the Burgundy region.

For more culture, spend an afternoon whiling away time in the Fine Arts Museum. Dijon's is actually the largest in France, so there's no better place to be if fine arts are your interest. The building used to be the home of the dukes of burgundy, so that alone is worth a visit. There are a great number of classic paintings, as well as a more contemporary assortment. But make sure you stop off at the tombs belonging to Jean sans Peur and Philippe le Hardi.

Dijon by Eurostar Trains

You can get to Dijon on one of the Eurostar's connection services. This means you'll have to change trains at some point. Eurostar trains depart from St Pancras International, a very easy-to-get-to destination in London. With speeds of 186 miles per hour, it's an easy journey. Your simplest option of connection services after getting on the train at London is to change at Paris Gare du Nord, which will only take two hours and fifteen minutes. From here, you'll need to get to Gare de Lyon. Take the RER D there. Once you arrive, there are a number of TGV services that will take you across to Dijon. All in all, if you travel from London, you can expect the journey time to be about four and a half hours.

Visit the official Eurostar web site to book your train tickets to Dijon.