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CDG Airport - Chalon sur Saône
Chalon-sur-Saône is a pretty city of art and history of the Burgundy-Franche-Comté region:visit with our chauffeur-driven limo service its historic district with its old half-timbered houses, narrow streets, towers and turrets
Private car transport between Charles de Gaulle airport and Chalon sur Saône
- The Denon Museum
- The Old Saint Laurent Hospital
- The Ferte Abbey
- Stay at Hôtel Saint Jean in Chalon-sur-Saône
- On time private car service to go to Chalon-sur-Saône
The Denon Museum
History and description of Denon Museum The Denon Museum is located in Chalon-sur-Saone, which is the first city in France to have a free school in its time. Indeed, originally the Denon Museum was a free design school that keeps a collection of artwork in a building for art education. Until now, it contains a large number of testimonies of local and European cultures. It is from 1866 that a trader who is the municipal councilor from Lyon, Jules Chevrier, decided to create a museum dedicated to the many riches of the French heritage. He later became the principal curator thanks to his passion for arts and archeology. As a result, the drawing school was moved to Fructidor Street. New work was needed to keep the museum open to all collections, including fine art, archaeological collections and multiple scientific collections. Between 1895 and 1857, the museum expanded and received a large number of collections as well as various archaeological discoveries. He is then baptized, the museum Vivant Denon. In addition, with the arrival of curator and archaeologist Louis Bonnamour, archaeological collections become very important in the museum.
What to discover at Denon museum ?
At present, it is quite possible to discover more than 25,000 archaeological objects as well as about 11,000 sculptures, graphic works, ethnographic objects that are witnesses of more than 100,000 years ago. By visiting this museum, all tourists will be impressed, at first glance by the very structure of the building with its neoclassical facade. Inside the museum, several objects and documents from excavations of the region as well as multiple models that illustrate the life of the city during the Roman Empire are to discover. In addition, there are various rooms that exhibit a wide range of paintings from the seventeenth to the nineteenth century. But the most important is the main room that offers beautiful terracotta looks. In addition, the museum contains a large number of engraved wood printing plates carved there even before the Revolution. As the most famous art objects of the halls, it is possible to mention the lion slaying a gladiator, one of the symbolic parts of the museum, "The Helmet of Chalon", Bronze Age and the construction site of the central pier of the first Roman bridge of Chalon around 220 AD located in the archaeological room. Ask a driver to take you to discover the museum.
The Old Saint Laurent Hospital
History of the Old Hospital
The former hospital on Saint-Laurent Island is one of the monuments of French heritage. It was built in 1530 in a very old building of the sixteenth century which houses the community of Sisters of St. Martha, the room of the mistress, the infirmary of the nuns and the oratory without forgetting the tin room and the refectory Sisters of the seventeenth and eighteenth century, the dome in 1770 and the chapel in the nineteenth century. It was the place of reception of the patients. The building consists of two-rooms namely the representation room distribution place of the singles and the store, containing nearly 300 drawers. In the second half of the 19th century, the establishment experienced a large number of major changes. It should also be noted that the Old Hospital is emblematic of the island of St. Lawrence with its buildings that are classified among the historic monuments of France, including the maternity pharmacy and chapel.
What to discover at the Old Saint Laurent Hospital Chalon sur Saone ?
While visiting this historic monument, it is worthwhile to take a look at the "18th century pharmacy". This room offers visitors a collection of earthenware pots and drawers of medicinal plants. In addition, various medical and scientific materials that have gone through the time of medicine and care of the Renaissance to this day. Pieces that recount in some ways the daily life of the Sisters of St. Martha between the seventeenth and twentieth century are to be discovered through the building of the community of sisters. The refectory still retains its original layout with Rococ style woodwork and multiple collections of tinware or copper. As for the pharmacy, it is about a former pharmacy or reconstitution of rooms of patient, small chapel with pietà registered with the inventory of the Historical Monuments, multiple paintings recovered in cellars of the hospital and restored by the School of the Louvre at the rate of one per year, funny anecdotes, models, apothecary tables with integrated calculation system are also not to be missed. In short, a guided tour of this historic monument allows to discover important collection of objects, furniture and so many works of art that are witnesses of the hospital history and religious art of the centuries. before. Our fleet consists of different types of car for your satisfaction.
The Ferte Abbey
History of the Abbaye de la Ferté
The Abbaye de la Ferte is located in the center of Burgundy, La Ferte-sur-Grosne, municipality of Saint-Ambreuil, in the department of Saone-et-Loire, France. This Cistercian abbey is the oldest before three other abbeys girls Citeaux including Pontigny, Clairvaux and Morimond. The Abbey of La Ferte is the first foundation of St Etienne in 1113 and was at the center of the conflicts between the Duke of Burgundy Hugues III Counts Gérard de Mâcon and Guillaume de Chalon from 1116 to 1166. Since then 1415 that the Abbey of La Ferté was fortified thanks to the installation of a wall pierced by a single door served by a drawbridge. In 1570, the troops of Admiral Gaspard II de Coligny burned the place. Therefore, only the church, the sacristy and the chapter house and another room nearby could survive in the fire. At the end of the French Revolution, this first daughter of Cîteaux became the cradle of a family of scientists and inventor and during this time, the shaded park of old trees was the favorite place of their young descendants to play. It is among others, the last testimony of the old monastery of which it was the abbatial palace. This is why this building is the link between two stories that have been written in these places. It should be noted, however, that today the church has completely disappeared, but the magnificent abbey palace remains intact. Moreover, even if the abbey was demolished, it is classified among the historical monuments from the years 1993.
What to discover at the Abbaye de la Ferté ?
While visiting the Abbaye de la Ferté, it is quite possible to immerse yourself in the 18th century with its magnificent interior decor that evokes an art of living unparalleled this century. In addition, lounges with carved woodwork and a gallery have multiple scientific objects from centuries past. In addition, a large number of tapestries, several paintings and original furniture are to discover. The English park of this emblematic site is also not to be missed when visiting the Abbaye de la Ferte. Apart from the cultural visits, visitors will also be able to enjoy themselves during the discovery thanks to the many activities that are proposed as horse riding or enjoy the swimming pool on site. You will be taken to the car at the VIP Car Park to enjoy the enjoyment of Chalon sur Saône thereafter.
Stay at Hôtel Saint Jean in Chalon-sur-Saône
Located in a peaceful location by the river in Chalon-sur-Saône, The Saint Jean hotel is a modest and friendly establishment. All the staff welcome you in a warm and friendly atmosphere and offer you incomparable services for a pleasant stay. The hotel offers various non-smoking rooms, ranging from single rooms to family categories. They are all stylish, air conditioned and equipped with modern amenities to provide you with all the comfort you need. This establishment has a bar and a restaurant which serves a good continental or buffet breakfast in the breakfast room or in the room.
Assets
To facilitate parking, the hotel has free outdoor parking and a private garage upon reservation. Wi-Fi is free throughout the premises. Your pet is allowed in the accommodation at no extra charge. The hotel offers a room service, luggage storage and pet bowls. For business trips or tourist getaways, the hotel offers you unbeatable rates. The hotel also offers sports activities such as canoeing, cycling, horse riding and golf, as well as bicycle rental for your hikes.
Area
The property’s location allows you to hike or cycle to explore its surroundings. A few kilometers from the accommodation is a golf course and a horse riding course. To see cultural shows and entertainment, popular area attractions are also nearby. You can visit the Salle des fête, Marcel Sembat, the Piccolo Theater and the Espace des arts. There are also plenty of historic monuments in the region. Discover Saint-Vincent Cathedral, the Nicephore Niépce Museum, the Denon Museum and the famous National Conservatory of Arts and Crafts. For your expectations in gourmet kitchens, many restaurants are located in the same location of the hotel.
On time private car service to go to Chalon-sur-Saône
Chalon-sur-Saône is one of the largest cities in the department of Saône-et-Loire. It is 74.3 km from Touroparc Zoo and 34.5 km from Château de Cormatin. For those who need this information, note that the city is 377.2 km from Charles de Gaulle airport and 332.0 km from Orly airport.